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Sexual Assault Awareness

Submitted by stanleyl on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 16:11

Writer: Jessie McGeary
Infographic by Jayna Gionson

Sexual assaults may be one of the most traumatic experiences that someone can endure. After being abused, mistreated, taken advantage of and tossed on the side like an old toy, it is insane to think anyone could manage to go on living life as if everything is OK. Many victims turn to vices or self-harm due to the psychological effects an assault may have on them.

NOFX unique from other punk bands

Submitted by stanleyl on Fri, 02/22/2013 - 13:49

Writer: Bonnie Dabney

NOFX has been around since 1983. Over the years, they have released 20 extended play albums and 20 full-length albums. NOFX is a quirky punk rock band that incorporates humor, wit, and provocative political statements into their lyrics. Yes, I realize that sounds like a decent chunk of punk rock bands circa the 90s, but NOFX really is unique.

Updated: Leeward's accreditation reaffirmed

Submitted by stanleyl on Wed, 02/13/2013 - 09:38

Chancellor Manny Cabral called the reaffirmation of Leeward's accreditation as the most positive external review in the college's history.

CTE Month photos

Submitted by stanleyl on Mon, 02/11/2013 - 10:53

Social media panel, photos courtesy of Leeward Business Division

 

Leeward Community College had a month's worth of events for National CTE Month in February. Career and Technical Education Month focused on college programs and career exploration workshops.

Scholarship fair on Wednesday

Submitted by stanleyl on Fri, 01/18/2013 - 10:06

Leeward Community College will be hosting a scholarship fair open to current and prospective students this Wednesday in the Student Lounge from 3 to 5 p.m. The fair is the perfect place for students to gain more information about various scholarships being awarded in the upcoming 2013-2014 academic year.

First steps for freshmen

Submitted by stanleyl on Wed, 12/05/2012 - 21:48

Writer: Jessie McGeary

For many freshmen, the close of the Fall 2012 semester is the end of their very first college experience. It has been a time of adjusting, learning, and becoming independent for many students coming straight out of high school.

Holiday spirit in the bag

Submitted by stanleyl on Wed, 12/05/2012 - 21:23

Writer: Jessie McGeary

The holiday season is a time to appreciate all the things you have and enjoy time with your family and friends. However, is it possible that the simple things are sometimes overlooked for more selfish and material things? From Thanksgiving to Christmas, many people fall victim to excessive holiday shopping and forget what the holidays are really all about.

Exhibition showcases student artwork

Submitted by stanleyl on Tue, 11/20/2012 - 15:54

Writer: Leimaile Guerrero
Photos courtesy of Eric Lizardo and Cynthia Dodd

The student art exhibit entitled "Winter Studio Art Exhibition" is now open at the Foyer Art Gallery on campus. The exhibit
showcases various student artists from Alan Leitner’s beginning and intermediate painting classes. The gallery is located downstairs from the admissions office and open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“The exhibit is an opportunity to let our Leeward CC community know what is going on in our painting program," says professor Leitner. "We have some very talented students who work very hard, and giving them the opportunity of showing their work and experiencing an art opening is part of the painting process. I am proud of their accomplishments and feel fortunate to have been able to work with them.”

There are several paintings on display ranging in art styles such still life paintings and abstract art. It is the perfect opportunity for students to share their delight in art and for others to take in and enjoy the talent of our student body.

The art exhibit will be on through Dec. 7, so stop in and check it out.

Accreditation open forum

Submitted by stanleyl on Thu, 10/18/2012 - 12:42

Accreditation team members from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges visited Leeward Community College from Oct. 16 to 18. The college is up for reaffirmation of its accreditation. Team members visited classrooms, spoke with students and faculty, and attended meetings on campus.

 

Challenging the ideas of common sense

Submitted by stanleyl on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 15:03

Writer: Nalei Halemano
Photograper: Matthew Hirata

An individual’s perception on any given thing is often colored by experience — experiences in some way affects a person’s actions and often leads to a particular bias. On Tuesday, Kevin Kumashiro, director of the Center for Anti-Oppressive Education and advocate of LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex) equality talked about how those experiences and perceptions have become a part of the learning environment. 

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