The Holomua Center
Notice: The Holomua Center is temporarily housed at Iliahi 103 due to renovations.
The Holomua Center is the focus of the basic and developmental courses at Kapiolani Community College.
What happens in the Holomua Center?
- Free tutoring for basic and developmental Math and English students
- Computer-assisted instruction
- Make-up testing and testing for mastery
- Grammar workshops
- Study group meetings
- Class meetings
What resources are available in the Holomua Center?
- Textbooks on reserve
- Video tapes of workshops
- Math anxiety tapes
- Books for free voluntary reading (FVR)
- Reference books for Math and English courses
- Computers with word-processing software, Internet access, and Math and English tutorials
Who works in the Holomua Center?
- Holomua Department Chairperson: Jill Abbott, Iliahi 231B
- Holomua Department Secretary: Sheila Rhodes, Iliahi 231B
- Clerical Support: Elaine Kunimura, Iliahi 231B
- PCC/English Tutoring Coordinator: Kristine Smith, Iliahi 231A
- PCM/Math Coordinator: Lavache Scanlan, Iliahi 231A
- PCM Instructors: Iliahi 231D
- A terrific team of student workers
What do students say about the Holomua Center?
- It is an ideal place for students to study, do homework, and get free tutoring in Math and English.
- It is a cozy and welcoming environment.
- There is a very stimulating environment for students who want to study.
- The tutors are very willing to help you.
- Once I step into the center, I'm instantly motivated by the environment to study.
- I feel reassured doing my homework in the Holomua Center because I can rely on the tutors to guide me.
- I like studying in the Holomua Center because if I'm hungry, Subway is right downstairs.
