Navigating Kapiʻolani Community College: A Guide to the Campus
Kapiʻolani Community College (Kapiʻolani CC), a vital component of the University of Hawaiʻi system, boasts a rich and vibrant history. This article serves as a guide to understanding the campus layout and the resources it offers. Whether you’re a prospective student, a new enrollee getting acquainted with the surroundings, or simply curious about Kapiʻolani CC, this information will help you navigate and appreciate this unique institution.
A Scenic Location
The Kapiʻolani CC campus enjoys a prime location on the slopes of Diamond Head crater, a mere stone's throw from Waikīkī. This setting provides stunning natural vistas. To the north, the majestic Ko‘olau Mountains rise, while Diamond Head and the vast Pacific Ocean stretch out to the south. The eastern side of the campus offers a panoramic view of Koko Head and Maunalua Bay.
Campus Design and Architecture
The modern campus features twenty attractive buildings thoughtfully arranged around a lush central lawn. The architectural design is integrated with its beautiful natural surroundings. The building names serve as a reminder of the natural environment and reference native plants that are either endemic or indigenous to Hawai‘i.
Exploring the Campus
If you’re a new student looking to get the lay of the land, or just curious about what we have to offer, choose a campus tour option that best fits your needs.
A Center of Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Kapiʻolani Community College is known as an innovative center of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Kapiʻolani CC is a living laboratory in which to learn and create in this evolving, living world. You will always feel that you belong here.
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Staying Connected
Explore the vibrant Kapi‘olani CC Experience. Stay connected with the latest happenings on our campus.
Resources and Initiatives
Kapiʻolani Community College actively promotes student success and engagement through various resources and initiatives. Here are a few examples:
- Emergency Assistance: The college provides emergency assistance for students through the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund.
- Diversity Projects: Grant funding is available for diversity projects.
- Title III Fellows Symposium: The Second Title III Fellows Symposium Highlights Creating a Sense of Place for Native Hawaiian Students.
- IDEAS Award: Spring 2020 IDEAS Award Recipients Announced
- Shared Services Center: Shared Services Center Hosting Ka Wā Ma Hope: The Future is in Back of Us Symposium. Shared Services Center Presents - Talk Story Creating a Sense of Place for Native Hawaiian Students. Talk Story - Creating a Sense of Place: for Native Hawaiian Students.
- Alani Children’s Center: Grant Awarded to Alani Children’s Center for Technology Upgrades
- ANNH Eligibility: ANNH Eligibility Renewed for Kapiʻolani Community College
- Pi Day Celebration: Annual Pi Day Celebration
- Gilman Scholarship
- CRRSAA: Second Round of Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds through CRRSAA
- Symposium: Symposium: Staying Motivated through COVID-19
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