Recap of Mes CHamoru 2022 

Beginning in the 1970s, Mes CHamoru has been a time for the island to come together and celebrate the native culture. It begins on Guam Heritage day which is always the first Monday of March. Government, local businesses, and even hotels participate by displaying what the culture means to them for everyone to see.   For …

Joe Garrido Revitalizing the CHamoru Language Through His Music 

Reported By: Atdao Natividad You have probably heard his blend of CHamoru music on Spotify, or on the radio, and one thing for sure is that Joe Garrido’s music career is on the rise. Originally from the village of Dededo, University of Guam alumnus Joe Garrido has been pursuing his fusion of CHamoru music for …

Researcher from UOG's Island Evolution Lab extracts a coral sample in the CNMI. Photo by Mikay Reuter

New Horizons: A Charter Month Feature – University of Guam Marine Lab

MANGILAO – The University of Guam celebrated its 54th Annual Charter Day on Mar. 31, beginning at 9 A.M. The University held a limited capacity, in-person ceremony on campus and while livestreaming the event on the UOG Facebook page.  The theme of this year’s Charter Day is “Charting a course for New Horizons”, a focus …

“Night Lover” and Creating Guam’s Music Industry: A Feature on Local Artist Harmony Chea 

Reported By: Mikaela Yanto Local artist and UOG Alumni Harmony Yatar, known by her stage name “Harmony Chea,” released her single “Night Lover” on February 12th, 2022 – setting a standard that you do not have to leave Guam to create good music.  “If you look at stories it is usually the person being cheated …

Former Student Lends a Helping Hand to Her Community  

Reported By: Eliria Sabeti Julia Areieta, a former GCC student, had been serving her community in a variety of ways while she studied at the Guam Community College. Areieta grew up on the island of Kuchi Ku in Ebeye, Marshalls, until the age of 14, when she moved to Guam.   Areieta is still heavily involved …

A New Feature of Jamaican Grill: “The Student Shack” 

Reported By: Nathaniel Dulla The newest Jamaican Grill location opened its doors on September 2021 in the village of Mangilao. This new branch features the unique Jamaican Grill “Student Shack” that no other branches have.  This room can cater to teachers, professors and students who would like to use the room for hosting lectures. This …

UOG Seniors Shadow at GMH 

Reported By: Reese Meno The University of Guam offers a nursing program that prepares its students to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses. Graduates of this program are equipped with the knowledge needed to pursue a nursing career in various departments.   One of the last classes needed to graduate is NU418: Leadership …

The Coconut Tree Company: A local treat makes a comeback 

Reported By: Mikaylla Nicole M. Alcairo Walking into his shop and taking in the smell of coconut candy is very nostalgic for store owner, Gary Tanaka, 48, as it reminds him of the reason, he started his small local business.  Located in Hagatña, The Coconut Tree Company was established in 2018 and officially opened its …

Isla Center for the Arts: New Exhibit To Come

Reported By: Javeline Camposagrado The Isla Center for the Arts is about to have its exhibit rotation in early to mid-March: “A Retrospective of the Visual Arts at the University of Guam.” It will not only be the new exhibit but will also be a featured part of the College of Liberal Arts and Social …

Yuki Miwa saved a Japanese Inn, being hard and gentle

SHIRAKAWA-GO, Japan – Yuki Miwa works as a fifth-generation landlady in the Japanese inn, Shiroyamakan, run by her family since 1884. She overcame many complications to protect her inn and never forgot to show love to her family and customers. She was the first child born to her warmhearted parents who busily ran their inn in …