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Master the Disaster

Submitted by stanleyl on Wed, 08/15/2012 - 11:31

Writer: Leimaile Guerrero
Illustrator: Joel Gaspar

With hurricane season in full swing, rumors of the world ending this coming December, and a zombie invasion looming in the shadows, who could help themselves from stocking up on an outrageous amount of food, building an underground safe room, and hoarding a secret stash of medical supplies and weapons?  
Maybe we all can’t  have the luxury of such a vivid imagination and money for endless supplies and land, but an emergency kit would be the most logical choice.

How do people view Americans?

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 08/14/2012 - 14:07

Writer: Amanda Barr

In light of the summer Olympics, national pride is at a premium, but when I went to London for a four week summer study abroad program, all I could think about was trying not to appear to be a typical American- or  whatever that was.

New furniture, rules for student lounge

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 08/14/2012 - 09:59

The student lounge a place for indoor entertainment, recreation and a hangout spot for students who want to unwind. It was busy and noisy.
However, the furniture in there was worn from use.

New degree in Hawaiian studies

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 08/14/2012 - 09:57

Writer: Sazza Koirala Self

An Associate in Arts degree in Hawaiian studies is now available at Leeward Community College as well as all seven community colleges in the University of Hawai‘i system beginning this fall.  
This decision was made after an A.A. in Hawaiian studies received unanimous approval as a provisional degree at the UH Board of Regents meeting held on May 17. This is the first time a degree was approved for all community colleges of the UH system.

Leading the way: Imper starts second term as president

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 08/14/2012 - 09:54

Writer: Sazza Koirala Self

Leeward Community College’s student government is a union of students who work to represent the interests of the students.  It also organizes different extracurricular activities on and off campus, and holds meetings with faculty and administrators to address students’ concerns and make their voices heard on campus.  The primary responsibility of the student government president  is to organize, plan, and coordinate different workshops, meetings, and activities .  

DELACRUZ RUNNING FOR CITY COUNCIL

Submitted by stanleyl on Wed, 08/08/2012 - 14:21

Writer: Bonnie Dabney
Photographer: Joel Gaspar

E.J. Delacruz has known he wanted to pursue politics since he was in 7th grade.

New Learning Commons ready for use

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 08/07/2012 - 09:28

Writer: Leimaile Guerrero
Photographer: Ethan Hubbard

With the scent of sweet maile lei and a traditional blessing, the new Learning Commons is now ready to be opened for everyone. The three-story building that once housed Leeward Community College’s library has been upgraded to a more modern and user-friendly hub for students to gather and utilize a variety of services. Every sector is clearly marked and much easier to navigate for both new and veteran students alike.

LRC on the move

Submitted by stanleyl on Sun, 07/15/2012 - 13:53

The Learning Resource Center and Writing Center have been temporarily relocated to room DA-204 for the remainder of the summer due to renovation work.

Thursday is Voter Registration Deadline

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 07/10/2012 - 12:29

This Thursday is the last day for new voters to register to vote in the primary election. Voter registration forms are due at 4:30 p.m.

New Way to Communicate

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 05/15/2012 - 11:25

Writer: Suzette Farnum

The iPad is not just for convenience or fun. It’s more than checking Facebook accounts, accessing the Internet, and playing games.
For some, the iPad is crucial to their everyday functioning. Parents and schools have found iPad apps that help special needs individuals to communicate and learn. One such child is Cole in Pearl City. Cole, who is 5 years old, is diagnosed with autism and is essentially nonverbal.

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