Suicide Prevention Workshop (9/21)

Kaua'i CC Community / Students:

A Suicide Prevention Workshop will be offered by safetalkkauai.org presentors: Gina Kaulukukui & Bridget Arume. In two hours learn how to become a suicide alert helper. You will learn clear and practical information on when and what to do. You will practice the TALK (Talk, Ask, Listen, and Keep safe) steps and conclude with practice in activating a suicide alert. safeTALK is the result of some twenty years of work in developing suicide prevention abilities in a short program. This training was designed for anyone over age 15.

DATE: Friday, September 21, 2012
PLACE: Campus Center Bldg. Cafeteria
TIME: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
RSVP: Frances Dinnan, Counselor, 245-8381, dinnan@hawaii.edu

Sponsored by the Prevent Suicide Kauai Task Force, http://preventsuicidekauai.org/service
Sponsored by the Preventing Violence Against Women Task Force
Sponsored by ASUH-Kauai CC

HAWAII STATISTICS
According to a Honolulu Star Bulletin article dated 11/16/2007
"Suicide is considered the leading cause of injury death in Hawaii, according to the Injury Prevention & Control Program. That puts it above falls, motor vehicle accidents, poisoning, pedestrian accidents and drowning."

"About 123 people in Hawaii commit suicide every year, according to the Injury Prevention & Control Program. That is about one person every three days who commits suicide, state health officials said. And for every person who commits suicide, 12 people attempt to kill themselves."

NATIONAL STATISTICS
American Association of Suicidology

In 2009 there were 36,909 suicides in the U.S. (100.8 per day, 1 suicide every 14.3 minutes).

This translates to an annual suicide rate of 12.0 persons in 100,000.

Suicide rates have traditionally decreased in times of war and increased in times of economic crisis.


Do you recognize any of the Warning Signs of Suicide?

Here's an Easy-to-Remember Mnemonic: IS PATH WARM?
    I   Ideation
    S  Substance Abuse

    P   Purposelessness
    A  Anxiety
    T  Trapped
    H  Hopelessness

    W Withdrawal
    A  Anger
    R  Recklessness
    M Mood Changes

A person in acute risk for suicidal behavior most often will show: Warning Signs of Acute Risk:

• Threatening to hurt or kill him or herself, or talking of wanting to hurt or kill him/herself; and/or,
• Looking for ways to kill him/herself by seeking access to firearms, available pills, or other means; and/or,
• Talking or writing about death, dying or suicide, when these actions are out of the ordinary.

These might be remembered as expressed or communicated ideation. If observed, seek help as soon as possible by contacting a mental health professional or calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for a referral.
NOTE: September 9-15, 2012 is National Suicide Prevention Week.

Posted by:

Frances Dinnan

Eō e Liliʻu (9/18/2012)

From 9:00am on Tuesday, September 18, the PAC will be filled with excited children and families gathered for the Eō e Liliʻu children’s song contest, a unique event where children from Hawaiian immersion schools converge on Kauaʻi CC to compete in singing songs composed by, or in honor of, Queen Liliʻuokalani and her siblings (King David Kalākaua, Prince Leleiōhoku, and Princess Likelike). This event is part of the annual Mokihana Festival, celebrating the Hawaiian culture and values. (For a calendar of events, see http://maliefoundation.org/.) 

Image from maliefoundation.org

Participants will be arriving by bus and on foot, but family & friends will be parking from 8:30 to noon; thank you for helping us welcome this community to our college.

Posted by:
Molly Summers

Art of Filmmaking: From Concept to Completion (Free Workshop)

Invitation to KCC students, faculty and staff:

Interested in the Art of Filmmaking? Attend this special FREE Workshop!

The Independent Feature Film: Concept to Completion

Friday, Sept 14, 1-3pm in KCC Tech Ed Multipurpose Rm 114

If you're interested in Performance or Literary Arts, Music, Photography, Digital Media, Film or TV, then you won't want to miss this special opportunity to learn more about what it takes to make an Independent Feature Film from the ground up. Using his island comedy "Get a Job" as a case study, Writer/Director/Producer Brian Kohne takes you on a funny and inspirational journey through the four major processes: Screenwriting, Production, Editing, and Marketing. Even if you're not an "artist" but just want to have a good time--come join the fun! You just might discover how you fit in to the magical puzzle that is the entertainment industry.

Brian Kohne - Writer/Director

Named as a "Person Who Made A Difference in 2011" by the Maui News, the Hawaii native is the creative force behind "Get a Job," an award-winning comedy starring Willie K, Eric Gilliom, Augie T, Jake Shimabukuro, Henry Kapono, Amy Hanaiali'i, and Mick Fleetwood. A Film and Art school graduate, Brian boasts a diverse work history as Music Producer, Sports Broadcaster, User-Interface Designer, Videographer, Concert Promoter, Educator, and Marketer. He is currently writing a new movie: "Brother's Kuleana."

See "Get A Job" at KCC. Sept 14 at 6 & 8 pm. Tickets only $10.

www.GetAJobMovie.com

Services Available to Students - Fall 2012

Are you a Kauai CC student? Have you ever wondered who you should talk to about your academic concerns? Here's a list of services available to students through Student Services:

Advising/Counseling/Career Guidance Appointments
  ~Sala Taala until 9/14/2012; Kimberly O'Brien from 9/17/2012 . . . . . 245-8212

Academic Grievances
  ~Earl Nishiguchi . . . 245-8274

Campus Lounge Reservations
  ~John Constantino . . . 245-8245

Division Liaisons:
  ~Business Education . . . Bonnie Honma . . . 245-8257
  ~Early Childhood Education . . . Frances Dinnan . . . 245-8381
  ~Liberal Arts . . . Creighton Fujii (245-8286) & Wade Tanaka (245-8259)
  ~Nursing . . . Sharon Chiba . . . 245-8258
  ~Trade/Technology . . . John Constantino . . . 245-8245

Academic Advisors - Per Major:
  ~Accounting . . . Bonnie Honma . . . 245-8257
  ~Auto Body Repair & Painting . . . John Constantino . . . 245-8245
  ~Automotive Mechanics Technology . . . John Constantino . . . 245-8245
  ~Business Technology . . . Bonnie Honma . . . 245-8257
  ~Culinary Arts . . . Bonnie Honma . . . 245-8257
  ~Early Childhood Education . . . Frances Dinnan . . . 245-8381
  ~Electronic Technology . . . John Constantino . . . 245-8245
  ~Facilities Engineering Technology . . . John Constantino . . . 245-8245
  ~Hawaiian Botany . . . Frances Dinnan (245-8381), Creighton Fujii (245-8286), or Wade Tanaka (245-8259)
  ~Hawaiian Studies . . . Wade Tanaka (245-8259), Frances Dinnan (245-8381), or Creighton Fujii (245-8286),
  ~Hospitality & Tourism
  ~Liberal Arts . . . Creighton Fujii (245-8286), Wade Tanaka (245-8259), or Frances Dinnan (245-8381)
  ~Marine Option Program . . . Frances Dinnan (245-8381), Creighton Fujii (245-8286), or Wade Tanaka (245-8259)
  ~Massage Therapy . . . Sharon Chiba . . . 245-8258
  ~Medical Office Receptionist . . . Sharon Chiba . . . 245-8258
  ~Nurse Aide . . . Sharon Chiba . . . 245-8258
  ~Plant Bioscience Technology  . . . Wade Tanaka (245-8259), Frances Dinnan (245-8381), or Creighton Fujii (245-8286),
  ~Polynesian Voyaging . . . Creighton Fujii (245-8286), Wade Tanaka (245-8259), or Frances Dinnan (245-8381)
  ~Practical Nurse . . . Sharon Chiba . . . 245-8258
  ~Registered Nurse . . . Sharon Chiba . . . 245-8258

Financial Aid (loans, grants, scholarships)
   Financial Aid Appointments
    ~Amy Watase . . . 245-8360
   Financial Aid Officers
    ~Rebecca Thompson . . . 245-8384
    ~Jeannie VanHove . . . 245-8256
  Financial Aid Counselor
    ~Frances Dinnan . . . 245-8381

Native Hawaiian Outreach Program - Advisor for Native Hawaiian students in any major
  ~Isaiah Kaauwai . . . 245-8260

International Students
  ~Wade Tanaka . . . 245-8259

Outreach to High Schools (Gear Up, Running Start, Early Admit)
  ~Kimberly O'Brien . . . 245-8212

Students with Disabilities
  ~Sandra Magnussen . . . 245-8314

Student Conduct Concerns
  ~Earl Nishiguchi . . . 245-8274

Student Employment
  ~On campus . . . JoRae Baptiste . . . 245-8323
  ~Off campus (Cooperative Education and Job Placement) . . . Division Chairs

Student Government/Student Activities/Student Clubs
  ~John Constantino . . . 245-0112

Student Health Insurance
  ~Annie Rellin . . . 245-8313

Student Health Center (Campus Wellness Center)
  ~Reception Desk . . . 245-8307

Student I.D. Cards
  ~John Constantino . . . 245-0112

Testing Appointments
  ~COMPASS Placement Tests . . . Kimberly O'Brien . . . 245-8212
  ~All other tests . . . Test Center . . . 245-8306

Veterans Services
  ~Kailana Soto (on leave); Claressa Casticimo . . . 245-8224

Printable list, including email addresses (pdf file).

Posted by:
Annie Rellin

Meet Artist Kazu Kauinana at CLUB DAY (9/12/12)

Hi Everybody,

My name is Kazu Kauinana. I am an artist. I am also "Hapa", (Japanese/Hawaiian) and grew up in Kaimuki on Oahu, just outside of Waikiki.

My art career began when I was 7 years old and I received a 2nd grade scholarship to the Honolulu Academy of Arts. I went to Kamehameha Schools from kindergarten through 9th grade before running away from home to California to surf and shape surfboards at age15.

Reality struck, my surfboard career did not take off and I was not making enough money pulling weeds. So I ended up living with my hanai sister, her Chicano husband, my 3 year‐old nephew, and baby niece in San Diego for 1 year. I did surf a little, but mainly I did laundry, baby sat (a lot), cleaned the yard and went to the city public school, where the student body was 1/3 Haole, 1/3 Chicano and 1/3 Black. This part of my history was an important factor that steered me into a life long passion for art, cultures, travel and awareness.

I returned to Hawaii in 1991 from New York City where I had lived for 13 years. I had been gone for a total of 25 years.

The driving force for my art always starts with an interest in a subject. The range of subjects is endless. Once I have a subject, I gather information, and with that information develop a concept. The concept inspires me to create a tangible object (usually a sculpture or drawing for a sculpture) that communicates the idea to the viewer. I try to keep the intended "meaning" of the artwork somewhat open so that many can have their own interpretations or version of the piece.

Just as I have shared part of my life with you, I would like you to come by my tent on "Club Day" on Wed., Sept. 12 from 11 am to 1 pm at the Campus Center Courtyard, and tell me about yourselves. I'm interested in what you feel about your school and your community. I want to know your career aspirations and your dreams. Stop by the tent and talk story and tell me what idea you think I should make tangible so everyone can look at your idea contribution and you can say, "Hey, I helped that guy Kahzmo make the sculpture for our school".

Posted by:

John Constantino

College Reaches Its Highest Enrollment since 1992

As of this morning, Kaua`i Community College's enrollment reached 1,512 students registered and attending classes. Among the University of Hawai`i’s seven Community Colleges located across the state, Kaua`i CC holds the highest percentage enrollment increase at 5.4%. Kaua`i CC also has the highest percentage increase (4.1%) in Student Semester Hours.

This is also Kaua`i CC’s highest enrollment since 1992. In Fall 1992, 1,563 enrolled to study here. The late breaking news was provided by Earl Nishiguchi, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. “Everyone worked hard,” he said of faculty and staff at Kaua`i CC.

"What a great day for us this is, and a great one for Kaua`i, too! We're delighted with the high enrollment and welcome all of our students new and old. Building a foundation of educated citizens on Kaua`i opens all kinds of opportunities for the island," said a proud Chancellor Helen Cox.

Posted by:

Cammie Matsumoto

It's Not Too Late To Take Classes

UPDATE: Today (8/24) is the last day to turn in applications, register for classes (without teacher approval), and to get 100% tuition refunds for course changes.
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Aloha!

Our Fall semester is off to a great start! With over 1,475 students this is our highest enrollment yet! More classes have been added and seats are still available. If you ever wished you could learn more about...Art, Screenwriting, Plants in Hawaii and their influence on culture, or the Heavens, there are still some seats available (only one in Astronomy at the time of this writing, though!). Still have your once-loved-but-can't-part-with high school band instrument? Dust it off and join us in the Community College Band or String Ensemble! Need a little more exercise in your life? We have Yoga, Basketball, Weight Training, and even Fitness Boot Camp (HPER 199V). You'll not only be exercising but learning about principles and techniques  for fitness and skills improvement.

Want something more "practical"? How's about Minor Home Repair and Fabrication, Intro to Auto Body Repair, Plumbing Basics and Repair, or General Welding?

And there are many more! Business, Accounting, Hawaiian, Japanese, Spanish, Oceanography, Political Science, Psychology, Journalism, Philosophy, Education, Yoga, Weight Training, Fitness Boot Camp, and much, much more. Applications are being accepted through Friday, 8/24, so drop in to grab one or print it yourself. There are some health clearances that need to be completed like a TB test and Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Immunization (or official record of immunization), so get started today.

Bonus! For our wizened citizens (60 years or older), "you may attend classes as a "Visitor" without having to pay tuition and fees" if you meet the following requirements:

1. Is 60 years or older during the week immediately following the late registration period;
2. Is a bona fide resident of the state of Hawai`i as described by University of Hawai`i definition;
3. Meet course prerequisites, if any; and
4. Does not have any financial obligation to the school.

Also, you still need to turn in an application, the class needs to have seats available as of 8/27/2012, and you'll need instructor approval. For more information about senior citizen "Visitor" status, check out our full catalog and search for "Senior Citizen" which is on numbered page 30.

If you have application questions, call Admissions and Records at 245-8224 or 245-8225.

Hope to see you on campus!