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The Writing Center

Success Connection Workshops: ONLINE SUCCESS Series

How to Cope with Speech Anxiety
Wednesday, October 21, 11am - Noon, via Zoom

Do you have a class presentation to prepare for either in-person or through a video conference like Zoom? Learn about ways to cope with speech anxiety when preparing for presentations. Learn also about simple steps to create and record a Zoom presentation for a class. Presented by Sharolyn Pastor, Speech and Business Lecturer.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

The Writing Center

Success Connection Workshops: ONLINE SUCCESS Series

Memory Hacks for Studying
Wednesday, October 14, Noon - 1pm, via Zoom

Not sure how to remember your foreign language vocabulary? Can't remember the main points for your big presentation? This workshop will give you some quick memory tools to learn things more rapidly and have more fun doing it. Presented by Chris Gilbert, Speech Assistant Professor.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

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The Writing Center

Success Connection Workshops
Need Money for School? Find Out about Financial Aid Opportunities!
Wednesday, October 7, Noon - 1pm, via Zoom

Need money for school? You could be eligible to receive federal and institutional grants and scholarships to help pay for your college education. Come to this workshop to find out about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), UH System Common Scholarship Application including important deadlines, and documents needed to make the application process smooth and easy. Presented by Leeward CC's Financial Aid Officers.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

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Reservations are required to enter and use the Leeward CC Library & Learning Common's seating spaces, desktop computers, equipment, and item pick-up services. Reservations can be made at go.hawaii.edu/32x

At the reservations site, there is a drop down menu that includes:

  • Item Pick-Up (Books, Videos, 4-Hour Laptop Loans)
  • Printing, Scanning, & Copying
  • Computers
  • Desks & Tables

After students fill out the reservations booking form, an automatically generated email confirmation will be sent. If students need to cancel their reservation, they can either click on the link in the email to cancel or contact Circulation Services by phone (808-455-0210) or email (lcccirc@hawaii.edu).

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The Writing Center

Success Connection Workshops: Online Success Series

How to Succeed in Online Learning
Wednesday, September 30, Noon - 1pm, via Zoom

Learn the top five, most important, things you need to know to be successful in online courses this Fall. Hint: It may not be what you think! Presented by Jordan Lewton, Online Counselor.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

The Library

Banned Books Week: September 27 - October 3

Celebrate your freedom to READ at Leeward CC Library! Next week, we'll be featuring titles that have been banned or challenged. For now, take a sneak peek at our Banned Books Week page!

The Writing Center

Success Connection Workshops: Online Success Series

Coping with Stress in a Time of COVID ONLINE
Wednesday, September 23, Noon - 1pm, via Zoom

Adjusting to an online environment and concerns about friends, family, and personal wellness and safety are among the challenges you face this semester. Come to this workshop to learn skills to empower you to effectively cope with stress as you meet these challenges. Presented by Anika Gearhart, Psychology Instructor.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

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The Writing Center

Success Connection Workshops: Online Success Series

Helpful Hints on How to Manage Your Time
Wednesday, September 16, Noon - 1pm, via Zoom

With all the new online/hybrid class formats, it can be challenging to manage your class assignments, work, and home life. This session will provide tips and tricks to stay organized and have time for school, work, and fun! Presented by Alyssa MacDonald, Biology Assistant Professor.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

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The Writing Center

Success Connection Workshops: Online Success Series

Zoom Notes and Techno-Annotation
Wednesday, September 9, Noon - 1pm, via Zoom

Interested in learning smarter this semester in your hybrid and online classes? Join us to learn how to take Zoom notes using various notetaking techniques and how to annotate online with technology tools to help make the most of your study time. Presented by Cara Chang, English Assistant Professor, and Jan Shimabukuro Lee, Professor and Counselor.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

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Until further notice, the Learning Resource Center (LRC) will be open only for remote tutoring Monday through Thursday, 9am-2pm. Please visit the LRC's website (go.hawaii.edu/AmW) for current information and to schedule tutoring appointments. Come study with us!

    • All of the Writing Center's Focused Workshops, including the newest ones focused on reading skills -- Building Your Vocabulary and Developing College Reading Skills -- continue to be available via Zoom. The Writing Center's friendly writing consultants continue to be available via Zoom to help with writing assignments, scholarship essays, and college success skills (Laulima, online resources, time management, and other ways to navigate online classes). Visit the Writing Center's website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) for more information.

Although online learning may come with unique challenges, it can be rewarding and productive. Learn the major differences between online and in-person learning as well as key resources and tips to help you complete your online courses successfully. Presented by Kelsie Aguilera, Anthropology Assistant Professor.

Email the Writing Center (writers@hawaii.edu) for the Zoom link which will also be posted on the Writing Center website (go.hawaii.edu/Gp8) on the day of the workshop.

For everyone's safety and well-being, walk-in Study Hours are suspended until further notice.

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Our online and phone hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm. We will continue to offer curbside services (by appointment):

  • Book & Video Requests
  • Laptop Loans
  • Printing
  • Course Reserve Scanning
  • Pay Library Fines & Fees

Please share our appointment page with your students: go.hawaii.edu/i23

If you have any questions, you can contact the circulation desk at x210 or lcccirc@hawaii.edu

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