Meet Our Ambassadors
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Gemmy was born in Vigan City, Philippines and raised in Ewa Beach, Hawai'i. Prior to attending
DKICP, she attended the University of Hawai'i at Hilo for two years to complete her prerequisite
coursework.
She is currently serving as the Operation Immunization for American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP). She also serves as the DKICP Senator in the University of Hawai’i at Hilo Student Association (UHHSA) and is an active member of the Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity.
Gemmy’s favorite aspects of DKICP is the sense of community and support from both students and faculty members as well as the many opportunities for students to learn and grow outside of the classroom. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, reading, going to the beach, playing video games, and bodyboarding.
Email: galegre@hawaii.edu
Zachary was born and raised in Mililani, Hawaiʻi on the island of Oʻahu. Prior to attending
DKICP, he attended the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa where he earned his B.S. in
Biochemistry.
Zachary currently serves as the as the Worthy Chief Counselor for the Phi Delta Chi (ΦΔΧ) Professional Pharmacy Fraternity, Activities Coordinator for the Class of 2026, and Quiz Bowl and Tutoring Chair for the Rho Chi Academic Honor Society in Pharmacy. He previously served as the Professional Development and Scholastics Co-Chair for Phi Delta Chi, the Operation Diabetes Co-Chair for the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP), and the Historian and Webmaster for the Hawaiʻi Student Society of Health- Systems Pharmacy & Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (HSSHP-ACMP). He is currently employed as a Pharmacy Intern with Kaiser Permanente Hawaii.
His favorite aspect about DKICP is the supportive environment of the school and its organizations that help foster the development of the students both professionally and academically. When he is not studying, he enjoys playing video games, biking, and spending time with friends.
Email: minatoz@hawaii.edu
Kyrstin was born and raised in Kapolei, Hawaiʻi on the island of Oʻahu. Prior to attending
DKICP, she attended Kamehameha Schools Kapālama and Chaminade University of Honolulu
where she earned a B.S. in Biology: Cellular & Molecular.
Kyrstin currently serves as the Vice President for the Class of 2026, the Worthy Inner Guard for the Phi Delta Chi (ΦΔΧ) Professional Pharmacy Fraternity, and the President for the Phi Lambda Sigma (Φλ��) Pharmacy Leadership Society. She formerly served as the Worthy Correspondent for Phi Delta Chi, the Membership Committee Chair for the Hawaiʻi Student Society of Health- Systems Pharmacy & Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (HSSHP-AMCP), and the VP of Membership for the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP). She is currently employed as a Pharmacy Intern at Pali Momi Medical Center and Safeway.
Some of Kyrstin’s favorite things about DKICP are the welcoming environment, the diversity, and the opportunities to grow as a Student Pharmacist and individual. During her free time, she enjoys dancing hula, watching a variety of movies and shows, and eating sweet treats.
Email: kvanic@hawaii.edu
Daniel Yee was born and raised in Elk Grove, California. He attended John F. Kennedy High School in Sacramento, California and California State University, Chico where he earned a B.A. in Biochemistry.
Daniel currently serves as the International VP for the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) as well as the Co-Chair for Operation Immunization.
One of Daniel’s favorite things about DKICP is the number of opportunities available. Students are able to gain exposure to a variety of pharmacy settings within different types of communities. He also appreciates how supportive the whole administration is. Daniel believes that Hawaii’s scenery improves your mood and can help reduce stress. When he has free time, he enjoys hiking with friends, practicing martial arts, going to the movies, sightseeing, playing video games, snorkeling, and exploring the island.
Email: yeeds@hawaii.edu
Kiana Benavente was born on the island of Guam and raised on O'ahu, Hawai'i. Prior to attending DKICP, she attended Kapolei High School and the University of Hawai'i at Hilo for two years to complete her prerequisite coursework.
She serves as the Class of 2027’s Class Liaison, the Vice President of Membership for American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP), the Director of Social Media and Marketing of Industry Pharmacists Organization (IPhO), and the Pledge Father of the Kappa Psi (ΚΨ) Epsilon Psi Chapter Professional Pharmacy Fraternity.
Kiana’s favorite aspect of DKICP is the sense of community between the students and faculty. She enjoys all the clubs that DKICP offers, which expose you to the Pharmacy world andcreate connections. Outside of school time, she takes pleasure in going to the beach, hiking, working out, spending time with friends, and watching movies!
Email: kkb671@hawaii.edu
Kirsten was born and raised in Pearl City on the island of Oʻahu. Before DKICP, she attended
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa where she completed her pre-pharmacy studies.
Kirsten currently serves as the Secretary for the Class of 2027, the Worthy Correspondent for the Phi Delta Chi (ΦΔΧ) Professional Pharmacy Fraternity, the VP of Communications for the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP), and the Secretary & Membership Committee Chair for the Hawaiʻi Student Society of Health-Systems Pharmacy & Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (HSSHP-AMCP). She is currently employed as an intern with CVS Longs Drugs.
Her favorite things about DKICP include the tight-knit community of students and faculty, as well as the many opportunities for field involvement and professional development. During her free time, she enjoys playing video games with friends and reading books.
Email: kkasal@hawaii.edu
Kamahaʻo was born and raised in Nānākuli, Hawaiʻi and moved to Kapolei on the island of
Oʻahu where he currently resides. Prior to attending DKICP, he attended the University of
Hawaiʻi at Hilo for three years completing his Pre-Pharmacy prerequisites as a Chemistry major.
During his undergraduate career, Kamahaʻo has conducted organic chemistry research across the
country and also presented his research at the American Chemical Society Conference Spring
2023 in Indianapolis, IN.
Kamahaʻo currently serves as one of the Class of 2027 Class Liaisons, Vice President and Professional Development/Scholastics co-chair for Phi Delta Chi (ΦΔX) Professional Pharmacy Fraternity. He is also an active member of the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) and Hawaiʻi Student Society of Health-Systems Pharmacy & Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (HSSHP-AMCP).
One of Kamahaʻo’s favorite aspects of DKICP are the endless opportunities for students to network one on one with student pharmacists, faculty, and staff. He also appreciates the involvement with local community members to help enhance our learning and grow stronger ties to what Hawaiʻi island has to offer. When heʻs not studying, he enjoys fishing, spending time with friends, and working. Heʻs always got a big aloha spirit, so feel free to reach out and ask him any questions that you may have.
Email: kini3@hawaii.edu
Charlotte was born and raised in Corvallis, Montana. She attended Pacific University in Forest Grove, OR, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree in Biology.
Charlotte currently serves as the Patient Care VP - Elect American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP) and the Worthy Keeper of Record and Seals for the Phi Delta Chi (ΦΔΧ) Professional Pharmacy Fraternity.
Her favorite thing about DKICP is the supportive environment and the many opportunities to give back to the community. All opportunities from the school and the organizations lead to professional and personal growth. You can find her outside on a hike or at the beach in her free time.
Email: cspowell@hawaii.edu
Kara was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai‘i on the island of O‘ahu. Before her entrance into pharmacy school, she completed two years of Pre-Pharmacy coursework at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
Kara currently serves as the Vice President and Fundraising Co-Chair for the American Pharmacists Association - Academy of Student Pharmacists (APhA-ASP), Worthy Keeper of Finance for the Phi Delta Chi (ΦΔΧ) Professional Pharmacy Fraternity, and Historian & Webmaster for the Hawai‘i Student Society of Health-Systems Pharmacy & Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (HSSHP-AMCP).
One of her favorite aspects of DKICP includes the supportive community and encouraging environment of the students and faculty, which pushes her to do her best. Alongside that, the vast opportunities for improvement and learning outside of the classroom are another enjoyable aspect. In her free time, she enjoys playing video games and getting Teapresso milk tea and other delicious foods with friends.
Email: kcyama@hawaii.edu