Class of 1985 Launches New Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund Honoring Professor Calvin G. C. Pang

HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi (Jan. 12, 2026) — The William S. Richardson School of Law is proud to announce the creation of the Professor Calvin G. C. Pang Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund, established through a generous inaugural gift from the Class of 1985.

This new fund honors Professor Calvin G. C. Pang’s enduring legacy of compassion, mentorship, and service to Richardson Law students, and reflects the Class of 1985’s deep appreciation for a beloved classmate and faculty member whose career has been defined by a commitment to students and the community.

Dean Camille Nelson shared that, “We are grateful to the Class of 1985 for their profound recognition that true academic excellence and the growth of future lawyers are nurtured when health, wellness, and professionalism are placed at the heart of the educational journey.”  

The Professor Calvin G. C. Pang Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund will support initiatives that promote student well-being and address essential needs, including food insecurity, mental and emotional health, and practical skill-building. The fund will provide resources for workshops and training in areas such as budgeting, time management, exam preparation, networking, and other professional skills that support student success.

In addition, the fund will support a discreet student food pantry offering nutritious options such as fresh produce, meal kits, and frozen meals, along with the equipment and facilities needed to store and prepare food safely. Resources may also be used to assist students facing urgent or emergency situations and to support community meal opportunities that foster connection and belonging.

Establishing this fund addresses clear and growing needs among law students. Surveys of Richardson Law students across all class years and programs show that many face significant financial and wellness challenges, including food insecurity and stress that directly affect their ability to focus and succeed academically.

By launching this fund, the Class of 1985 has created a meaningful and lasting way to honor Professor Pang’s commitment to students, while ensuring that Richardson Law can continue to respond with humanity, flexibility, and care.

The law school is deeply grateful to the Class of 1985 for their leadership and generosity in launching the Professor Calvin G. C. Pang Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund. Their gift celebrates a legacy of heart and service while investing directly in the well-being and success of current and future Richardson Law students.

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Contributing to this Fund

Click here to contribute to the Professor Calvin G. C. Pang Student Wellness and Benevolence Fund.

To contribute to this fund by check, please address it to “UH Foundation,” and in the memo line write “Professor Pang Fund.”

Mailing Details

University of Hawaii Foundation

Attn: Inna Kraner

P.O. Box 11270

Honolulu, HI 96828-0270

CONTACT INFORMATION

Inna Kraner, Director of Development
(808) 956-8395 | inna.kraner@uhfoundation.org

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About William S. Richardson School of Law

The William S. Richardson School of Law is a collaborative, multicultural community preparing students for excellence in the practice of law and related careers that advance justice and the rule of law. We develop highly qualified, ethical professionals through excellence in teaching, scholarship, and public service. We embrace Hawai‘i’s diversity and values and recognize a special responsibility to our state and the Pacific region.

MEDIA CONTACT

Collin Cedotal, Public Information Specialist
(808) 956-9391 | ccedotal@hawaii.edu