 | Harmony Tavares from Mililani High School is the Ala Moana Rotary Club's recipient of the $5,000 Hawaii Rotary Youth Foundation scholarship for 2023. The award recognizes her impressive achievements as a student-athlete, scholar, and aspiring pharmacist. |
| Harmony has been a standout wrestler and judoka throughout her high school years while also excelling in her AP courses and Mililani High School’s Career & Technical Education in Digital Media. She has set her sights on studying Pharmacology at either the University of Hawaii, Hilo or the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. Her interest in Pharmacology grew from attending her school's career fair and meeting a pharmacist who inspired her with her drive and motivation. As a pharmacist, Harmony aims to make a positive impact by reaching out to people from diverse backgrounds, becoming a role model for minorities, and promoting diversity. She is a shining example of the kind of young person who will help to shape the future of our communities and society. Upon being notified of her award, Harmony expressed her gratitude to the interviewers and the entire membership of our club. She described the interview process as a great experience and expressed her appreciation for the scholarship, which will enable her to pursue her dreams of becoming a pharmacist. Our club is proud to support young people like Harmony who are dedicated to their education and making a positive impact on the world. We wish her all the best as she pursues her dreams and look forward to seeing the great things she will accomplish in the future. Congratulations, Harmony! |