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21 Oct

The Aloha Giveaway

10:00 AM
Windward Community College

Gift/Receive; Everything is FREE Participate in a Gifting Economy! Neighbors with their ‘ohana come to give and gift, take and receive, browse, socialize, and express sincerity and gratitude! No buying, […]

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Sep
Success Connection Workshop: Effective Argumentative Writing
12:00 PM
2
Oct
On-Campus Veterinary Technology Program Information Session
10:00 AM
Online
2
Oct
On-Campus Veterinary Technology Program Information Session
10:00 AM
Online
4
Oct
Success Connection Workshop: How to Prepare for an In-Person Career Event
12:00 PM
6
Oct
Success Connection Workshop: UH Common Scholarships
12:00 PM
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UH News Image of the Week: Maunakea Sunset
Wednesday September 27, 2023
UH News Image of the Week: Maunakea Sunset
Hawaiian Word of the Week: Nani
Tuesday September 26, 2023
Hawaiian Word of the Week: Nani
September president’s report: Maui response, enrollment, more
Thursday September 21, 2023
September president’s report: Maui response, enrollment, more
UH News Image of the Week: Wahine Soccer
Wednesday September 20, 2023
UH News Image of the Week: Wahine Soccer
Arts & Entertainment
Gallery ʻIolani
Gallery ʻIolani

Recognized as one of the finest exhibition sites in the state of Hawai‘i, showing work from local, national and international venues.

Palikū Theatre
Palikū Theatre

The heart of the arts community on the Windward side, bringing audiences from across O'ahu to discover the new opportunities at Windward Community College.

Hōkūlani Imaginarium
Hōkūlani Imaginarium

A state-of-the-art multi-media facility dedicated to bringing the Windward community closer to the stars.

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Having so much fun at the WCC 50th anniversary gala with community friends, partners, WCC Ambassadors and supporters!
What a fabulous night! Mahalo to everyone who came to our 50th anniversary celebration. Great food, music, lots of surprises and meaningful conversations about the impact of higher education in our community. Kicking off the next 50 years right! #wcc50years #chancellorardis #mahaloforbeinghere #wccgala #senatorjarrett #replisakitagawa #herblee&hawaiiloa #friendsofwindward #chefdanswift #wccambassadors #wccsilentauctionfun
Happy Gala Day! Today we celebrate our 50th anniversary with a gala and silent auction. Our goal is to honor our past and plan for the future by raising $1M for scholarships. Weʻre getting there!!! Join is for the online silent auction, bidding ends at 7pm tonight. Very cool stuff like Punky Aloha art, adventures, books, dining, hotel stays, Kāmaka ʻuke and more! Go to onecau.se/wcc. A BIG mahalo nui loa to WCC alumna Shar Tui’asoa @punkyaloha for creating our gala signature art reflecting our theme E Miha ‘Āio, pull with the wave to our future! #wccgala #punkyaloha #fundraisingforscholarships #wccsilentauction
OAHU RESIDENTS: Are you looking for a new and exciting career start? Police Academy Prep prepares you to take the qualifying examination for entry into the Police Academy. Free tuition is available through Good Jobs Hawai‘i. Attend the next class at WCC on Saturday, Sept. 23, 8:00am–12:00pm. For more information and to apply, go to windwardcce.org. #goodjobshawaii
Film screening at WCC. Join us this Friday, Sept. 1 from 12:00–2:30 p.m. at Hale Aʻo 101 & 102 for MOANANUIĀKEA: ONE OCEAN, ONE PEOPLE, ONE CANOE. It's free, but please register at go.hawaii.edu/yko All students, faculty, staff and community are invited.
When on campus, visit The Hub for the best coffee, frappes, pastries, bentos! M-Th 8:30am-1:30pm (for now). Main entrance located Kahalu’u end of Hale La’akea library. Friendly people and great service! A hui hou! #thehubatwcc #coffeeforthesoul #oncampus #library
You’re gonna love it here!
We are stoked to have more than 250 incoming Fall 2023 students at Welina Windward! Weʻre touring the campus with new students! Welina mai!!! Have a great semester start on Monday, Aug. 21!
If not directly, we are all affected by Maui's tragedy of events. Here are some suggestions on how to process some of what we may be experiencing: 1. Allow yourself to grieve: It's important to acknowledge and process your emotions. Give yourself permission to feel sad, angry, or any other emotions that arise. 2. Seek support: Reach out to friends, family, or a support network to talk about your feelings. Sharing your experience can provide comfort and help you feel less alone. 3. Practice self-care: Take care of your physical and mental well-being. Engage in activities that bring you peace and help you relax, like exercising, meditating, or spending time in nature. 4. Express yourself creatively: Writing, painting, or engaging in any form of creative expression can be therapeutic. It allows you to express your emotions and thoughts in a safe and cathartic way. 5. Connect with a professional: Consider seeking help from a therapist or counselor who specializes in trauma and grief. They can provide guidance and support specific to your situation. 6. Give yourself time: Healing takes time, and everyone grieves at their own pace. Be patient with yourself and allow the healing process to unfold naturally. Remember, every person's response to tragedy is unique, so it's important to find what works best for you. Please visit Mental Health America of Hawaii for more resources. Shared by Desrae Kahale, WCC mental health counselor dkahale3@hawaii.edu #mauistrong #mentalhealthsupport #windwardcommunitycollege
Photo Lab Open House Thursday, Aug. 10 1-8pm Hale Pālanakila 118 Instructor: Kelly Ciurej Kciurej@hawaii.edu If interested, let us know: go.hawaii.edu/yj9 Photo Lab is for those who want to learn analog photography and developing your own images in a hands-on approach. Come check it out! It is a unique space to create. #photography #analog #kellyciurejphoto #windwardcommunitycollege
We pule and support Maui and Hawai’i island, especially Lāhainā. Our hearts go out to our Maui ‘ohana and animal friends as we learn of this tragedy. Mahalo to sister college @mauicollegeculinary for preparing meals for the thousands of people in shelters. Your thoughts, prayers, and aloha are needed right now. #mahalokeakua🙏 #mauifire #takecare
Summer Study Abroad London as reported by Nicolas Logue… “Our intrepid Study Abroad students in Week 2 of our Shakespeare Experience program in Stratford-upon-Avon. They enjoyed an excellent and very interesting production of
Are you ready for fall classes? No? Get on it, ‘cause the application deadline is tomorrow, August 8! We welcome you! We know your potential is immense!!!!Let’s get it started this fall! Apply at windward.hawaii.edu. #unlimitedpotential #onmyway #windwardccohana #hereforyou
Progress! Mahalo Dustin and Mahana for getting up there and getting it done! Another 50th anniversary honoring project…new roof! #wcchale #hawaiianstudies #uhohana #wcc50years #gettingtherewcc
Like the illustration? See how it was made…
Illustration for Hōkūlani Imaginarium’s star story titled The Korean Triplets by students Abby Worthley and Alex Daraban, who are also employees at IDS on campus. Nice work! Check out “the making of” Triplets Star Story and their art process in reels or on YouTube @wcchawaii.
Are you a new parent and want to learn more about your childʻs development, or are you interested in becoming a preschool teacher or an in-home child caregiver? Get started with HDFS 231 Infancy & Early Childhood this fall with Kat O'Dell, PhD, Early Childhood Education. Learn about the developmental stages of ages 0-5 years— this class supports all parents, caregivers, and educators, and is accepted by PATCH (People Attentive to Children) for DHS Early Childhood Registry. For more information, contact Kahōkū Baker Calventas at ebaker@hawaii.edu or 808-462-4797. INFORMATION SESSION 8/5/23 Dr. O'Dell will answer questions about the tuition-free online class, HDFS 231, starting this fall. (Applications accepted until 8/8/23.) Saturday, August 5 9:30 a.m. HST Zoom link: https://hawaii.zoom.us/j/97488751607 Passcode: 006221 (or email ebaker@hawaii.edu for the link) #kumuola #wccHDFS #humandevelopment #tuitionfreeeducation #earlychildeducation #windwardcommunitycollege #drkatodell
Chef John @hauolipastry and Chef Dan @ualaleafcafe see the fruits of their teaching (oh, punny!) at the Hana ka Lima Hō’ike Night Market on Friday at @liliuokalanitrust children’s center. Young kamali’i chefs presented their creations: homemade breads, flavored butters, spice blends, cupcakes, banana bread, mamaki tea and cookies. So ‘ono! Mahalo chefs, for partnering with Lili’uokalani Trust and providing opportunities for Hawaiian children to realize their greatest potential! #liliuokalanichildrenscenter #chefdan #hauolipastry #onolicious #haumanamade #culinary #windwardcommunitycollege
Level up your resume by adding QuickBooks skills. This fall, register for ACC 252. Take it as a standalone class or make it part of your Entrepreneurship AA degree. The ONLINE class runs eight weeks from Aug. 21-Oct. 13. -learn to track your income and expenses, and complete payroll -apply bookkeeping and accounting skills -prep for the QuickBooks certification exam Apply by August 8 at Windward.Hawaii.edu. Contact Ha’a Pagan at paganj@hawaii.edu for more info. #acc252 #learnquickbooks #wegotyoucovered #bookeeping #accounting #wccentrepreneurship
Summer on campus…is getting ready for a new thatched roof on the hale. Mahalo @kalawaia_moore! #culturalkinetings #wcchawaiianstudies #windwardcommunitycollege #summertime
In this level-up Hawaiian woodcarving class, learn to make traditional Hawaiian artifacts and implements, and be part of a carving hui! A rewarding experience that is rare in today’s digital world. For more info, contact Miki Cook at wmkcook@hawaii.edu or 808-236-9123 (office). #hawaiianwoodcarving #jordansouza #hawaiiantraditions #woodcarving #sustainability #olelohawaii #windwardcommunitycollege
If you’ve already completed HWST 135, you’ll be ready for ADVANCED Hawaiian woodcarving with Jordan Souza. Through hands-on learning, and an immersive cultural learning environment, you will learn about Kālai Lāʻau (Hawaiian Wood carving) ʻŌlelo Hawaii, Hawaiiʻs ecology, and farming. Carve wood, bone, stone and learn traditional ways to harvest and make your own cordage. At the end of the semester you will proudly take home your carvings to the amazement of your ‘ohana. Contact: Miki Cook wmkcook@hawaii.edu 808-236-9123 #hawaiianwoodcarving #jordansouza #olelohawaii #sustainablecarving #windwardcommunitycollege
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