In 1970-1977, Blaisdell was appointed, along with served with Mary Kawena Puku'i, to the University of Hawai'i Committee for the Preservation of Hawaiian Language, Art and Culture; in 1972-1976, a member of the University of Hawai'i Native Hawaiian Students Committee, Program and Hawaiian Scholars Program.
In 1970-1977, Blaisdell was appointed to work with Mary Kawena Puku'i on the University of Hawai'i's committee aimed at preserving Hawaiian heritage; he also participated in committees supporting Native Hawaiian students and promoting Hawaiian scholarship.