Kapiʻolani Community College provides opportunities for students to test their leadership opportunities. There are no complicated requirements, just the willingness to explore beyond one's comfort zone and try new things. In this episode we tal

Kapi'olani CC Student Congress: December 2023

Dec 22nd, 2023 52m 16s

We close out 2023 with Kapi‘olani Community College's Student Congress who are the official channel between the students and the College's Administration. In this episode we learn from Kimberly Song - President, Zachary Gibson - Vice Presiden

Where Are They Going? Making The Most Out Of Life From Japan to Australia to Hawai'i (Liberal Arts)

Dec 15th, 2023 45m 35s

One of the many traits of a successful student is the willingness to push beyond their comfort zone. This couldn't be more true for International students. They have to learn a new language, new culture, new educational system, and a new way of

Where Are They Now? Challenges Help You Level Up (Hospitality & Tourism Degree)

Nov 28th, 2023 56m 13s

Thank you for tuning into another Kuilei Courageous Conversations podcast. In this wonderful episode, we talk story with Ohana Waikiki East by Outrigger General Manager, Mrs. Kiana Beimes. This honors graduate from Kapiʻolani Community College'

Where Are They Going? Being Comfortable with the Uncomfortable (Hospitality & Tourism)

Oct 17th, 2023 54m 59s

The Kuilei Outreach Program Team is Alfie and Sheldon (me). When we are out in the community, it is quite common to hear folks say "I am not college ready" or "I don't think college is for me." What they don't realize is EVERYONE has what it ta

Where Are They Now? Be Patient With Yourself And Be Open To Opportunities (Nursing Degree)

Sep 27th, 2023 58m 40s

We always encourage students to dream big with the understanding that they need to put in 100% effort. This means setting priorities and embracing possibly a long list of sacrifices required to achieve these goals. In this episode, we learn fro

Kuilei Courageous Conversations - WE ARE BACK!

Sep 25th, 2023 13m

Our last podcast was back in December 2022 therefore we are REALLY excited to be back on-line. There were movements and changes but are ready to provide you all with more stories and insights from those making positive impacts in our communitie

Kapi'olani CC Student Congress: December 2022

Dec 19th, 2022 41m 48s

Kapi‘olani Community College's Student Congress is the official channel between the students and the College's Administration. In this episode we learn from Shawna Takai - President, Jenny Brown - Vice President, Julius Laurentius - Secretary,

Kapi‘olani CC Student Congress: October 2022

Oct 21st, 2022 35m 30s

Kapi‘olani Community College's Student Congress is the official channel between the students and the College's Administration. In this episode we learn from Shawna Takai - President, Julius Laurentius - Secretary, and Micah Tutuvanu - Public Re

Where Are They Going? New Discoveries Leads to New Possibilities

Oct 20th, 2022 30m 1s

In this episode we are talking story with a Kapiʻolani Community College Hospitality and Tourism student, Marika Suzuki, who shared her amazing journey between Japan and Hawaiʻi. She also provided heartfelt words of advice for prospective Inte

Where Are They Now? From Student To Employee At Kapi'olani CC

Sep 30th, 2022 26m 15s

Happy International Podcast Day (09/30/2022)! In this special episode, we have our 1st Place Winner of Kapi'olani Community College's Aloha Club Trivia Contest, Mr. Kohlby Soong. BUT, what makes this interview special is that he is also a pro

Where Are They Now? Don't Lose Sight On What You Love (Culinary Arts Degree)

Sep 27th, 2022 38m 31s

In this episode we talk with 2018 Culinary Arts HONORS graduate, Justin Udom, founder and owner of Pop Culture Artisan Pops - https://popcultureap.com/. Justin enrolled at Kapiʻolani Community with a Bachelorʻs Degree in Business from Loyola M

Where Are They Now? Believing In Yourself Does Wonders (Science Degrees)

Sep 7th, 2022 42m 47s

We start with our Season opener with another amazing conversation with another Kapiʻolani CC graduate. Jennifer Wong-Ala talks about her journey from Waiamānalo to Oregon where she is within reach to completing her Ph.D in Ocean, Earth, & Atmo

Where Are They Now? Placing Learning As A Priority (Hawaiian Studies Degrees)

Aug 22nd, 2022 46m 16s

We wrap up this Season with Partner Akiona, who graduated with his Associate in Arts and Bachelor's degree in Hawaiian Studies. In this episode he talked about over coming obstacles from being placed on suspension to being on the Dean's List..

Kapi‘olani CC Student Congress: August 2022

Aug 6th, 2022 24m 3s

Kapi‘olani Community College's Student Congress is the official channel between the students and the College's Administration. In this episode we learn from the Executive Team the benefits of getting involved and plans for the Fall 2022 semest

Where Are They Now? Staying True To Yourself No Matter What (Family Resources Degree)

Jul 30th, 2022 46m 42s

In this episode we have another Kap'olani Community College graduate, Ria Sanford, who embraced her life's twist and turns from a college student to a financial aid specialist . We learned how she strives to be her true self by creating her o

Where Are They Now? View All Challenges As Opportunities (Liberal Arts)

Jul 26th, 2022 38m 1s

In this episode, we spend some time with Zane Williams who is a Fall 2020 graduate and Lunalilo Scholar of Kapi'olani Community College. Listen to his wonderful insights on college as well as life. He talks about how his experience at Kapi'ol

Where Are They Now? Never Give Up On Your Dreams (School Counselor)

Jul 20th, 2022 49m 26s

"Change doesn't happen in an instant. Change happens over time."Pushing yourself outside your comfort zone "can be life changing". Listen to this amazing journey with our special guest, Geneva Costales. She always wanted to become a school c

Where Are They Going? From The Humble Beginnings in Ewa Beach to Cooking Healthy Options (Culinary Arts Degree)

May 27th, 2022 37m 56s

"Life is tough but we have to be tougher." In this episode we have a recent Kapiʻolani Community College Culinary Arts graduate, Nikko Bolo. He was one of two of Kapiʻolani Community Collegeʻs 2022 Commencement Speakers who provided wonderful

The Pandemic: Real Stories from High School Counselors

Mar 29th, 2022 49m 27s

On March 4, 2022 was the University of Hawaiʻi Community Collegeʻs (UHCC) Excellence In Education Day. It was a day for all UHCC employees to gain insights and knowledge from their colleagues. Mālama Kekahi i Kekahi (Taking care of our stude

Kapi'olani Community College's Select Programs Part 2

Mar 21st, 2022 6m 8s

Thanks again for tuning in! This is a follow up to our first Podcast on Select Programs. Just a reminder that students need to apply as a Liberal Art student first, complete the Program's PREREQUISITES, and THEN apply to our Select Programs.

Navigating Through College During A Pandemic

Feb 26th, 2022 32m 22s

We are so excited to share our latest episode. During our recent High School Counselors and Community Partners Workshop that was on February 24, 2022, Alfie Gonzales facilitated a discussion with some of students who provided wonderful insight

Where Are They Now? Back Breaking Construction to Community Change Agent (English Degree)

Feb 10th, 2022 37m 15s

"You know what is better than back breaking construction?!? Is a classroom, an air condition classroom!" In this episode is an awesome conversation with another Kapiʻolani CC alumnus, Apenisa Saulekaleka otherwise known as "Nisa". He talks a

Picking A Degree: Explore "Add Program"

Feb 9th, 2022 4m 49s

In this episode, we highlight how to navigate through the "Add Program" tab in apply.hawaii.edu. Make sure you check out our previous episode, "Picking A Degree: Explore Your Interest and Values" for assistance on how to pick a degree that is

Kapiʻolani CC's Select Programs

Feb 2nd, 2022 8m 50s

Thanks again for tuning in! In this episode, we talk about degrees (or programs) that have a selection process (Select Programs). These include our Health Science, Nursing, and New Media Arts degrees. Students need to apply as a Liberal Art