Kristine Joyce Locquiao

Kristine Joyce Locquiao is a junior at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, majoring in Electrical Engineering with a focus on sustainability. Raised in Ewa Beach, Oahu, her passion for technology and environmental conservation has shaped her academic journey and extracurricular pursuits. She is an active member of the Student Sustainability Council, contributing to energy data analysis and the development of optimization algorithms for photovoltaic systems, which align with UH Manoa’s goal of achieving 100% renewable energy by 2035.

Beyond her coursework, Kristine works as a data analyst for the university’s Office of Sustainability and is engaged in honors research aimed at reducing the environmental impact of campus operations. After graduation, she hopes to work in the renewable energy industry, focusing on sustainable electrical systems and green technologies. Her dedication stems from the belief that everyone has a responsibility to help protect the environment for future generations.

In her free time, Kristine enjoys thrift shopping and participating in campus organizations, including serving as the secretary of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) to support our women in STEM.

Q: What Inspired You to Join HKN?

I was inspired to join HKN because I benefited from their tutoring services during my lower division courses, and I wanted to give back by helping others who are just starting their engineering journey. Additionally, I saw it as an opportunity to connect with fellow electrical engineering students and develop my leadership skills within the field.

Q: Where is your hometown and favorite place on the island?

I am from Ewa Beach, and my favorite place on the island is Pearlridge, as it’s my go-to mall and a spot I really enjoy.

Q: What video game / movie / TV show would you want to live in and why?

I would love to be part of the Harry Potter world because there’s something incredibly magical and comforting about it. From exploring Hogwarts to learning spells, it’s a world full of adventure and a deep sense of belonging that I would love to experience firsthand if I could.

Q: What would you like to accomplish the most from your “bucket” list?

One of the top things on my bucket list is to attend a K-pop concert, especially a BTS concert. It would be an unforgettable experience to see them perform live at least once in my life.