Latest Kapiolani Podcast Episodes
Kapiʻo News: Meet the Staff Writers...AND THEY ARE HIRING!
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - February 19, 2024 21:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsKapiʻolani 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 talk story with the Kapiʻo News Staff Writers, Camero...
Kapi'olani CC Student Congress: December 2023
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - December 22, 2023 01:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWe 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 President, Ratana Kim - Secretary, Maria Schmitz - Comm...
Where Are They Going? Making The Most Out Of Life From Japan to Australia to Hawai'i (Liberal Arts)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - December 15, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsOne 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 life. In this episode we have soon-to-be-graduate, ...
Where Are They Now? Challenges Help You Level Up (Hospitality & Tourism Degree)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - November 28, 2023 16:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThank 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's Hospitality and Tourism Program (she also won an O...
Where Are They Going? Being Comfortable with the Uncomfortable (Hospitality & Tourism)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - October 17, 2023 18:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe 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 takes to be successful. In this episode we have Jim ...
Where Are They Now? Be Patient With Yourself And Be Open To Opportunities (Nursing Degree)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - September 27, 2023 02:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWe 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 from Kapiʻolani CC graduate, Vanessa Joy Ubante, RN a...
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - WE ARE BACK!
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - September 25, 2023 19:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsOur 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 communities. If you have topics you would like us to highlig...
Kapi'olani CC Student Congress: December 2022
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - December 19, 2022 20:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsKapi‘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, Micah Tutuvanu - Public Relations and Tim Lum - Tr...
Kapi‘olani CC Student Congress: October 2022
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - October 21, 2022 22:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsKapi‘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 Relations, the wonderful initiatives that are coming u...
Where Are They Going? New Discoveries Leads to New Possibilities
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - October 20, 2022 00:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn 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 International Students. "Donʻt feel pressured to be p...
Where Are They Now? From Student To Employee At Kapi'olani CC
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - September 30, 2022 21:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsHappy 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 proud graduate of this wonderful College - BONUS! Plea...
Where Are They Now? Don't Lose Sight On What You Love (Culinary Arts Degree)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - September 27, 2022 00:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn 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 Marymount University, several years of work experienc...
Where Are They Now? Believing In Yourself Does Wonders (Science Degrees)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - September 07, 2022 01:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWe 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, & Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University. "Fin...
Where Are They Now? Placing Learning As A Priority (Hawaiian Studies Degrees)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - August 22, 2022 18:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWe 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...TWICE! His insights around student success were AW...
Kapi‘olani CC Student Congress: August 2022
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - August 06, 2022 01:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsKapi‘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 semester. President: Shawna Takaki Vice President: Jenn...
Where Are They Now? Staying True To Yourself No Matter What (Family Resources Degree)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - July 30, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn 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 own journey that "makes her soul happy." She even pu...
Where Are They Now? View All Challenges As Opportunities (Liberal Arts)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - July 26, 2022 23:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn 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'olani Community College impacted him on an educational...
Where Are They Now? Never Give Up On Your Dreams (School Counselor)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - July 20, 2022 17:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings"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 counselors since her elementary school years and sh...
Where Are They Going? From The Humble Beginnings in Ewa Beach to Cooking Healthy Options (Culinary Arts Degree)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - May 27, 2022 01:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings"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 life advice. https://youtu.be/USXb-OG2Fao Pleas...
The Pandemic: Real Stories from High School Counselors
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - March 29, 2022 23:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsOn 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 students, each other, and ourselves) was this yearʻs them...
Kapi'olani Community College's Select Programs Part 2
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - March 21, 2022 22:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThanks 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. If there are any questions, feel free to email us at...
Navigating Through College During A Pandemic
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - February 26, 2022 01:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsWe 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 insights about their college journey at Kapiʻolani Communit...
Where Are They Now? Back Breaking Construction to Community Change Agent
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - February 10, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings"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 about his journey that includes graduating from hig...
Where Are They Now? Back Breaking Construction to Community Change Agent (English Degree)
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - February 10, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratings"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 about his journey that includes graduating from hig...
Picking A Degree: Explore "Add Program"
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - February 09, 2022 18:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn 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 right for you. If you have any questions, feel free...
Kapiʻolani CC's Select Programs
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - February 02, 2022 10:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThanks 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 student first, complete the Program's PREREQUISITES,...
One Application to Multiple Campuses
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - January 26, 2022 10:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsEvery year we receive inquiries from students about enrolling in more than one University of Hawaiʻi Community College. The assumption is that they would have to submit an application to each UHCC campus when they really donʻt. In this episode, we talk about how it is so easy to register for c...
Picking a Degree: Explore Your Interest and Values
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - January 19, 2022 10:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode, Alfred "Alfie" Gonzales from Kapiʻolani Community College's Kuilei Outreach Program will introduce a really cool University of Hawai'i tool that will help you along your academic journey with deciding your degree or major in College. Please check out this free on-line tool call...
Completing the Kapi‘olani Community College Application
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - January 12, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsIn this episode, we provide a general overview on how to apply to Kapiʻolani Community College. The site to start the application process is apply.hawaii.edu. Make sure you select "Kapiʻolani" under the heading "Community Colleges". A tutorial that covers each step of the Kapiʻolani Communi...
Happy New Year!
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - January 05, 2022 10:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsAlfie and I (Sheldon) from the Kuilei Outreach Program at Kapiʻolani Community College want to wish you all a Happy New Year! We hope you all are safe and doing well. This latest episode was recorded outside at Kapi‘olani CC on the Great Lawn. It seems things are changing constantly therefo...
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