Ahu Memorial in Loving Memory of Kauai CC Nursing Alumni Justin Bautista

Justin Bautista's classmates and the nursing program gathered around the ahu to share aloha, prayers, and love in memory of Justin on December 1. Justin was a KCC Nursing Alumni of 2017.

UH Mānoa College of Education Information Session

This session is open to the public and is for anyone who may be interested in learning about our statewide online teacher licensure programs at the undergraduate and graduate level! The College of Education (COE) at UH Mānoa offers a variety of teacher licensure programs that can be taken from any island in the state. Join us to learn more or ask questions about our programs, funding available to support tuition costs, and how to apply! The session will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 4-5:30 p.m. at Kauai CC LRC 124A. Contact Office of Student Academic Services at osassw@hawaii.edu, coe.hawaii.edu/osas or a Recruitment Specialist at coeinfo@hawaii.edu. RSVP appreciated.

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Kaua‘i CC Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander "Scheduling for Success"

Kaua‘i CC NHPI "Scheduling for Success" work was highlighted at the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE) 48th Annual Conference in a panel session titled, "Centering Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander student success: Perspectives from an Institutional Capacity Building Initiative."

Learn more and access the report here.

Kauai CC Music Ensemble Instructor On the Move in NYC!

A huge congratulations goes out to KCC Music Ensemble Instructor, Sarah Tochiki, who was selected from more than 900 applicants nationwide for one of the 415 spots in the Band Directors Marching Band’s appearance in the 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade!

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Title III Newsletter Out

Issue 8 of our Title III newsletter, Kūkala Nūhou (news announcement) is out! Check out some of the new projects happening on campus, a few of our many student workers, and highlights from our month long Lā Kūʻokoʻa celebration!

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December Years of Service



Congratulations to Thomas No'eau Keopuhiwa who is celebrating 10 years of service in the UH system in the month of December.

MAHALO Lā Kū‘oko‘a

Mahalo to everyone who participated in this years Lā Kū‘oko‘a campus events! Approximately 125 faculty, staff, students and community members joined us for our Campus Pa‘ina which included activities such as kōnane, ku‘i kalo, kapa making and an interactive timeline by Kanaeokana.

• Dec. 8-14 - Final Exams
• Dec. 15 - Last Day of Fall Classes
• Jan. 8 - First Day of Spring Classes



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End of Semester Winter Break Event

When: Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where:  Student Lounge

Join us for a fun and relaxing event before finals at the Student Lounge from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.! Open to faculty and students, check out the flyer for more info.

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Kauai CC Nursing Students Virtual Evidence-Based Practice Health Fair

When: Thursday, Dec. 7 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Where: Zoom

You are invited to the 4th Annual Nursing Virtual Evidence Based Practice Health Fair on Thursday, Dec. 7 via Zoom from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The second level nursing students' Evidence Based Research Theme is on Social Determinants of Health Issues in the Kauai Population.

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Meeting ID: 864 9651 1482 Passcode: EBPFair

Kauai CC Instrumental Music 2023 Winter Concerts

When: Friday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m.

Where:  Behind the Performing Arts Center

Come check out performances by Kaua'i CC's Jazz Esemble and Wind Symphony. See the flyer for more info.

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Apiary Products of the Hive

When: Saturday, Dec. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Where:  Kauai CC Apiary

Register for this four hour, hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to utilize beeswax to make gifts to take away with you!

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Andrew Yamamoto - Human Resources Manager

Andrew was born and raised on Kaua’i. He attended Kauai Community College and The University of Hawaii at Manoa. Andrew graduated with a Bachelors in Business Administration from the Shidler College of Business with an emphasis  in Human Resources Management. He’s spent over a decade in Human Resources working in various industries such as Healthcare, Banking, Insurance, Transportation, and Government. In his spare time he enjoys eating, traveling, and “attempting to golf.”

Makana

- Gift, present; reward, award, donation, prize.

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