Kuilei Courageous Conversations
Kapi‘olani Community College is an extremely special place because we are named after Queen Julia Na-pela-kapu-o-Kakaʻe Kapi‘olani. The Queenʻs motto is Kūlia i ka Nu’u, Strive for your Highest, which can be felt through the words in our podcast. Kuilei Courageous Conversations hosted by Kapi‘olani Community College’s Kuilei Outreach Program is a series of talks and interviews around students success through the lens of our students, staff, and faculty. We will cover topics around our outstanding community of students and employees, the application process, how to finance college, and other exciting highlights that make Kapi‘olani Community College the place to Kūlia i ka nuʻu, strive for your highest. We truly appreciate the opportunity to share what we have to offer. Check us out at www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu. Mahalo.
Episodes
79 episodes
The Early Admit (formerly Dual Credit) Program at Kapi'olani Community College
In this podcast, I'll be talking about Kapi‘olani Community College's Early Admit Program (formerly known as Dual Credit). Our podcast back in 2020 continues to get so...
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Season 12
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Episode 1
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33:30
Where Are They Now? If You Are Not Learning, You Are Not Growing (Liberal Arts, Military)
This was the best way to close out this season! In this episode we would like to introduce Kapi'olani CC graduate, Sergeant First Class (SFC) Ken Takemura, recruiter for the Hawai'i Army National Guard. His journey may not fall under the "typic...
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Season 11
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Episode 9
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54:04
Where Are They Now? Always Be Willing To Take On Challenges (Hospitality & Tourism Degree)
In this episode, we are excited to introduce Mr. Tyler Castro, Engineering Coordinator with Embassy Suites AND a graduate of Kapiʻolani CC's Hospitality and Tourism Program. This Far...
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Season 11
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Episode 8
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47:51
Where Are They Now? All I Wanted To Do Was Learn! (Political Science Degree)
We are so excited to share with you all another amazing interview with a former Kapiʻolani CC student, Ms. Sofia Matias. She talks about coming from humble beginnings to traveling the globe. She credits her mom who provided the space and suppor...
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Season 11
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Episode 7
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1:01:20
Where Are They Now? You Never Know Until You Try (Medical Lab Technician Degree)
Thank you for tuning in for another exciting episode! Up next we have a graduate of Kapiʻolani Community Collegeʻs Medical Lab Technician degree, Mr. Garth Weitzel. He is also a LONG TIME childhood friend (of Sheldonʻs). =). He holds a position...
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Season 11
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Episode 6
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1:03:06
Where Are They Now? A Journey from Early Admit to Vice Principal (Liberal Arts Transfer)
In this episode we learn about the "evolution" of Mrs. Jade Pham Wall. Learn how this courageous leader started her college journey while enrolled in at Kaimukī HS and is currently pursuing a PhD. She also provides some heartfelt insights as a ...
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Season 11
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Episode 5
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1:00:34
Where Are They Now? Finding Joy In Music (MELE at Honolulu CC)
Yes yes yes, I know. "Why are you interviewing a Honolulu CC grad on a Kapi'olani CC podcast?" Well, Honolulu has some AMAZING programs but they graduated one of our former students!In this episode is a former Kapi'olani CC and Early Adm...
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Season 11
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Episode 4
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1:07:06
Getting Ready For A New Podcast Season!
We are excited to share some interviews of former students are coming your way! In the next few weeks, we will be learning and sharing what our former students are doing in the community. It will be super cool. Some of our podcasts have made to...
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Season 11
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Episode 3
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8:21
It's 2025 and WE ARE BACK...AGAIN!!
Yes yes, it has been a LONG LONG TIME! Thank you so much for your patience. This was an exciting episode because we were testing the College's BRAND NEW podcasting station in our Library! Huge shout out to the folks in the Library and IT for pu...
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Season 11
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Episode 2
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46:10
The History of the Hawaiʻi Association for College Admission Counseling (HACAC)
“I have great respect for the past. If you don’t know where you’ve come from, you don’t know where you’re going. I have respect for the past, but I’m a person of the moment. I’m here, and I do my best to be completely centered at the place I’m ...
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Season 11
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Episode 1
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1:00:51
Kapiʻo News: Meet the Staff Writers...AND THEY ARE HIRING!
Kapiʻolani 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 episod...
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Season 10
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Episode 1
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33:36
Kapi'olani CC Student Congress: December 2023
We 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 Gibs...
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Season 9
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Episode 6
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52:16
Where Are They Going? Making The Most Out Of Life From Japan to Australia to Hawai'i (Liberal Arts)
One 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...
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Season 9
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Episode 5
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45:35
Where Are They Now? Challenges Help You Level Up (Hospitality & Tourism Degree)
Thank 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'...
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Season 9
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Episode 4
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56:13
Where Are They Going? Being Comfortable with the Uncomfortable (Hospitality & Tourism)
The 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 ta...
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Season 9
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Episode 3
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54:59
Where Are They Now? Be Patient With Yourself And Be Open To Opportunities (Nursing Degree)
We 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,...
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Season 9
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Episode 2
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58:40
Kuilei Courageous Conversations - WE ARE BACK!
Our 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 communitie...
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Season 9
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Episode 1
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13:00
Kapi'olani CC Student Congress: December 2022
Kapi‘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 ...
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Season 8
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Episode 6
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41:48
Kapi‘olani CC Student Congress: October 2022
Kapi‘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 Re...
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Season 8
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Episode 5
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35:30
Where Are They Going? New Discoveries Leads to New Possibilities
In this episode we are talking story with a Kapiʻolani Community College Hospitality and Tourism student, Marika Suzuki, who shared her amazing journey bet...
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Season 8
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Episode 4
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30:01
Where Are They Now? From Student To Employee At Kapi'olani CC
Happy 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 ...
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Season 8
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Episode 3
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26:15
Where Are They Now? Don't Lose Sight On What You Love (Culinary Arts Degree)
In 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 ...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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38:31
Where Are They Now? Believing In Yourself Does Wonders (Science Degrees)
We 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, &...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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42:47
Where Are They Now? Placing Learning As A Priority (Hawaiian Studies Degrees)
We 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 L...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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46:16