Ms. Carolyn S. Nakasone-Medeiros, a human resources assistant at Subaru Telescope, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024.
Figure 1: Ms. Nakasone-Medeiros helping the Tanabata Japanese Star Festival at `Imiloa in August 2023. (Credit: NAOJ)
Ms. Nakasone-Medeiros began her work at Subaru Telescope in October 2017. She served as a vital link between the local community and the staff at Subaru Telescope. She was passionate about showcasing various job opportunities at our observatory to students from elementary school through college. Her involvement in career fairs and outreach events, such as AstroDay and the Tanabata Japanese Star Festival, significantly increased the visibility of Subaru staff in the local community.
Figure 2: (left) Ms. Nakasone-Medeiros explains various job opportunities at the Hawai`i Community College job fair. (right) A group photo at a field trip visit by Kea`au Elementary School to the Hilo Base Facility. In the photo, Ms. Nakasone-Medeiros is holding "Subby," the official character of the Subaru Telescope. (Credit: NAOJ)
We are grateful for her substantial contributions to both our observatory and the local community, and we pray that her soul may rest in peace.
(Satoshi Miyazaki, on behalf of the entire staff of Subaru Telescope)
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