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The library will discontinue the hotspot lending program at the end of Spring 2026. While this program has supported many students since it began during the COVID pandemic, declining usage was the determining factor in ending this service.

The hotspot loan program was launched in Fall 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. From 2020 to 2023, the program was supported by CARES funding.

In Spring 2025, the library added 25 hotspots with one-year funding through the college planning and prioritization process, bringing the total inventory to 31 devices. However, demand was low, so the library transferred 10 devices to the Waiʻanae Moku campus, where the need was greater. Subsequent low demand in Fall 2025 and the lack of sustainable funding led to our decision to discontinue the program.

While the hotspot program is coming to an end, the library remains committed to supporting student success in other ways. If you have any questions about the ending of this program, please contact Wayde Oshiro at waydeo@hawaii.edu

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Mobile devices connected to internet hotspot

Leeward CC students can study anywhere with multiple devices using our mobile internet hotspots! The Inseego MiFi X PRO 5G can connect up to 32 Wi-Fi enabled devices. Please encourage your students to fill out our hotspot request form before we run out 🏃🏽‍♀️

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We have still have a few semester loan laptops and hotspots left for Leeward CC students!

  • Dell Laptops: First come, first served. We will not reserve laptops for pick-up, students must come in person.
  • Mobile Hotspots: Students must fill out our hotspot request form to join our waitlist.

Supplies are limited. Visit our equipment loan page for loan requirements.

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Aloha and welcome to spring 2025! Here are a few library updates for this semester:

Learning Commons & Library Hours

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Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Hours subject to change

Library Renovation Project

Our main floor is open but the group study rooms, restrooms, and upper level are closed. Visit our renovation project page for more information.

Semester Loans for Leeward CC Students

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We have laptops and hotspots students can check out for the entire semester!

  • Dell Laptops: First come, first served. We will not reserve laptops for pick-up, students must come in person.
  • Mobile Hotspots: Students must fill out our hotspot request form at go.hawaii.edu/th3 to be put on our waitlist. 

Supplies are limited. Visit our equipment loan page for loan requirements.

 

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Flex Mobile Power Units On Cart

"Power Up" in the library with our Flex Mobile Power Units!

What is a Flex Mobile Power Unit?

  • It can power your laptop, and electronic devices.
  • It has 3 USB-C ports and 1 USB-A port.

Devices must be used in the Learning Commons and Library. Return to charging cart after use. Remember to bring your own USB charging cable to use these mobile power devices.

Find the Flex Mobile Power Units on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the Learning Commons and Library. See me or other library staff at the circulation desk to learn more.

Mahalo!

Eileen Sakamoto

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Spring 2024 Library Hours Flyer

Aloha Leeward faculty & staff! Our Spring 2024 hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. 

 

Laptops

 

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Semester loan laptops are now available for Leeward CC students! Since we have a limited supply, these laptops are first come, first serve. 

4-hour loan laptops are also available for on-campus use. Students can check out these laptops at our self-service kiosk. To check out a laptop, students will need a smart device to scan the QR code displayed on the kiosk. 

We have other mobile devices available such as iPads, headphones, and computer mice. Browse our equipment inventory at go.hawaii.edu/PJP


Other Library Services . . . 

 

Please contact us if you have questions or need assistance. We’re ready to support you!

Did you know the Learning Commons and Library has laptops, iPads, computer mice, and other equipment for students to use while on campus?

Most of our equipment must be checked out at the circulation desk but students can pick up our 4-hour loan laptops and mobile power units without staff assistance!

4-hour Loan Laptop Kiosk
4-Hour Loan Laptops

Students can visit our self-service kiosk to check out a laptop for 4 hours. How to check out a laptop:

  1. With a mobile device, open the camera app and scan the QR code on the kiosk
  2. Log in with UH username
  3. Get a passcode
  4. Enter the passcode on the kiosk

If students do not have a mobile device to scan the QR code, the circulation desk staff will assist. 

Laptops are for on-campus use. Students must return their laptops to the laptop kiosk and may insert them in any available slot. 

 

Mobile Power Unit Cart
Mobile Power Units

Students can power up their laptops and mobile devices using our portable batteries! We have carts on both floors so students can freely grab a battery and take it wherever they are studying. Specifications:

  • 3 USB-C ports and 1 USB-A port
  • 218 watt-hour capacity
  • 117W of total charging output
  • Charges up to 4 devices

Batteries can only be used in the Learning Commons and Library. After using, they must be returned to their carts to recharge. The USB ports cannot be used to recharge the batteries. 

For all other equipment, students must book items at go.hawaii.edu/PJP and pick them up at the circulation desk. Only current Leeward CC students may check out mobile devices and accessories. A photo ID is required.

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