July 26, 2024
by Ralph Toyama
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Our Steelcase Flex Mobile Power Units have been recalled by the manufacturer, due to a safety concern. They might not shut off when the battery gets hotter than it should. We are expecting to receive replacement units.
The Flex units can (normally) be used within the Library and Learning Commons to power your laptop or mobile devices, through USB-A or USB-C ports on the unit.
July 1, 2024 by Leeward CC Learning Commons | 0 comments
As of July 1st, about 250 boxes/18,750 books have been packed! We have 40,000+ books and are almost halfway done with our book packing project!
We are currently in the “N” section of the General collection and still need your help to complete book packing by August. See our sign-up sheet for dates, times, and details. Mahalo to those who have already volunteered their time.
More information about the 3rd-floor renovation project is available here. See our Library Renovation LibGuide for updates on impacts as we prepare to get this project underway.
June 4, 2024 by Wayde Oshiro | 0 comments
We are preparing for the upcoming 3rd-floor renovation later this year. This summer, the library is packing its books. The library staff recently finished packing the Reference collection. Our next objective is to pack the more extensive General collection starting June 17. We need your help to achieve our goal of packing our collections by the end of July.
We are seeking additional hands to help us pack. Specifically, your help is needed with pulling books from shelves, placing books into boxes, labeling and taping boxes, and recording box details. Our tested packing process eliminates the necessity of carrying heavy boxes. Helpers should be able to reach overhead, lift books of varying sizes from shelf to book truck, push loaded book trucks, and fill boxes.
See our sign-up sheet for dates, times, and details. Your assistance will be greatly appreciated!
More information about the 3rd-floor renovation project is available here. See our Library Renovation LibGuide for updates on impacts as we prepare to get this project underway.
June 4, 2024 by Cheryl | 0 comments
Docuseek continues to add interesting new documentaries to its streaming platform. Here are just a few of the more than 2,800 titles available.
A fascinating look at the Haenyeo, female divers in Jeju Province, South Korea. These fearless women, some well into their 80s, work tirelessly year-round, diving deep into frigid and often dangerous waters to retrieve abalone, conch, and other treasures of the sea. Shunning underwater breathing devices and modern tools, their breath-holding capacity is their greatest asset.
La Paloma is one of the most frequently played songs in the world. This film traces its journey through history from its birth in the 1860s to the diverse settings across the globe where the haunting melody lives on. From a political rally in Mexico to a burial in Romania; from Nazi Germany to a wedding in Zanzibar; La Paloma has even left its mark on Hawaiian slack key guitar.
After serving in Afghanistan, an Islamophobic former U.S. Marine hatches a plan to bomb the Islamic Center of Muncie, hoping to kill at least 200 people. But what happens when he goes to assess his target and is welcomed warmly by his enemies? Interviews with the ex-Marine, his family, and members of the close-knit Muslim community reveal the surprising outcome of this story.
Equal parts repellent and fascinating, this short film is like a visual poem, narrated and set to music. Time-lapse photography reveals the natural process of food and animals molding, decomposing, and ultimately transforming into new forms. Who knew that putrefaction could be so beautiful? Even so, watching this film during your lunch break is probably not a good idea!
As a reminder, all current Leeward CC faculty, staff and students are welcome to use our streaming video services. When accessing our electronic resources from off campus, you may be prompted to log in with your UH credentials first.
May 21, 2024
by Leeward CC Learning Commons
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Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm
Hours subject to change
In preparation for our 3rd floor renovation scheduled mid-late fall 2024, we will be boxing our upper floor book collections this summer. The General, Hawaiʻi-Pacific, Reference, and Oversize book collections will be inaccessible for browsing and borrowing after May 31st.
Semester loan laptops are first come, first serve. Requirements:
If you have any questions, please contact Circulation Services: x210 or lcccirc@hawaii.edu
May 21, 2024 by Cheryl | 0 comments
Great news! Hawaiian Soul, the award-winning short film by ʻĀina Paikai, is now available to stream! All current Leeward CC faculty, staff, and students may access the video through this link (click on the UH Streaming Videos link).
Against the backdrop of the 1970s native rights movement, George Helm, a young Hawaiian activist and musician must gain the support of kūpuna (community elders) from the island of Maui to aid in the fight of protecting the precious neighboring island of Kahoʻolawe from military bombing.
Inspirational, beautifully filmed, and featuring exquisite music, Hawaiian Soul is a must-see!
May 7, 2024
by Leeward CC Learning Commons
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The library will be closed during the week of May 13-17. If you need anything, please contact us at (808) 455-0210 or lcccirc@hawaii.edu and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
May 7, 2024 by Leeward CC Learning Commons | 0 comments
Summer Hours: May 20 – August 16
8am – 4pm
Hours subject to change
April 23, 2024 by Leeward CC Learning Commons | 0 comments
Aloha Leeward CC faculty and staff!
We are about to enter our Finals Countdown period. Please encourage your students to prepare for finals at the Learning Commons. In addition to research and tutoring support, we have planned a few fun activities!
April 26, 12pm: Tips for Reducing Test Anxiety, by Virginia Yoshida, Windward CC
Full SC Workshop Schedule
SC workshops are hosted via Zoom to all UH campuses at 12 pm.
Email writers@hawaii.edu for assistance
Apr 29 – May 10, 8am-5pm: FREE snacks, aromatherapy, games, freebies, & more at the library!
Apr 30 & May 7, 4:15-5:15pm: Yoga with librarian, Natalie Kahn, at the Hale Lehua Dance Studio (DA 108) – located next to Kīpuka
All levels welcome! Please wear comfy clothes and bring a yoga mat, towel, and water.
May 8, 3-4:45pm: With graduation just around the corner, we will be offering a lei making workshop at the Learning Resource Center! Students will learn how to make ti-leaf and yarn lei. Supplies are limited–students should RSVP here: go.hawaii.edu/JXF
*Snacks and lei workshop supplies are funded by ASUH – Leeward CC. Validated Leeward CC ID required.
For more information, visit our Finals Countdown page at go.hawaii.edu/yTR
April 8, 2024 by Eileen Sakamoto | 0 comments
The theme for National Library Week 2024, “Ready, Set, Library!,” promotes the idea that in our always-online world, libraries give us a green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and focus on what matters most.
Click on the image below to get to know the library staff! By clicking this image, you can enjoy a slideshow of each staff profile!
