Project Hall of Fame
Barack Obama
Current US President
President Obama was recognized for promoting the Hawaiian Islands and establishing the first comprehensive National Policy for the Stewardship of the Ocean. Real Seal ID# RE02
George W Bush
43rd US President
President Bush designated the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands a U.S. National Monument (the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument), creating the largest marine reserve in the world. Real Seal ID# TX24
Charles Littnan
Lead NOAA Scientist - Hawaiian Monk Seal Program
Charles Littnan was recognized for long-term, creative science in the effort to preserve the Hawaiian monk seal. Real Seal ID# YW03
Diane Rehm
National Public Radio Talk Show Host
Diane Rehm was recognized for her enthusiasm of nature and her introduction of KP2’s story to the American public. Real Seal ID# TP14
Betty White
American Actress
Betty White was recognized for her long-term commitment to the preservation of animals on land and in the oceans through the support of science. Real Seal ID# TE58