Governor’s Humanities Awards 2025: Recognizing Leaders in Culture, History, and Education

Congratulations to the 2025 Governor’s Humanities Awards honorees — individuals and groups whose passion, creativity, and dedication continue to enrich our islands’ cultural and intellectual landscape.

Outstanding Humanities Teacher (Classroom): Dr. Riya Nathrani

Outstanding Humanities Teacher (Non-Classroom): Peter J. Perez

Preservation of CNMI History: Thomas A. Manglona

Preservation of Traditional Cultural Practices: MHS POLKSAI Guma Chamorro Club

Lifetime Achievement in the Humanities: James W. Feger

Your contributions remind us that the humanities are the heart of our shared identity, bridging generations and inspiring the future.