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Regarding Wendy Hensel’s appointment as the new University of Hawaii president, I was more than shocked to read that her salary will be $675,000 per year. Additionally, she gets a monthly $7,000 housing allowance plus other perks.
In contrast, President David Lassner was reportedly paid $375,000-$409,000 during the past fiscal year. By most accounts Lassner has been doing an excellent job for 11 years. This disparity in salaries astounds me. It is an affront to Lassner.
Why did the regents find it appropriate and necessary to offer Hensel such a huge package? Furthermore, why was the hiring process clouded in secrecy? We do not know who the other 90 candidates were and if there were any locals. The regents did not do a good job.
James Nakasone
Mililani
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