Student Essentials
Welcome! This page brings together helpful resources for students, including important dates, campus services, student clubs, opportunities, and programs designed to support you throughout the semester.
Calendar of Events
Fun
- Clubs @ Kapi‘olani CC
Find your people, join the vibe, and get involved! - Student Life & CSOs
Events, student leadership, and ways to make your voice heard. - Honors Societies
Celebrate achievement and connect with high-achieving peers. - Koa Gallery (Art)
See local art, student work, and rotating exhibits. - Study Abroad
Travel, learn, and earn credit around the world. - Student-Led Newspaper (Kapiʻo News)
Campus news, stories, and student journalism.
Food
- Farmer’s Market
Fresh food, local vendors, and campus energy. - Places to Eat on Campus
Coffee, snacks, and meals right here at KCC.
Identity & Student Communities
- Kapoʻoloku Program
Support for Native Hawaiian student success. - Student Parent Programs (SPP)
Resources and support for student parents. - Veterans Center (VMRC)
Support for student veterans and dependents. - International Student Services
SEVIS support, forms, and resources for international students. - Disability Support Services (DSSO)
Accommodations and accessibility support. - LGBTQ+ Support & Community
Resources, support, and campus life info for LGBTQ+ students at Kapiʻolani CC.
Travel & Documentation
- Passport Office (on campus)
Apply for or renew your passport at Kapi‘olani CC.
Counseling
- Counseling Services
Confidential support with regular counselors for classes, school, and personal concerns. - Kaʻau Program for Mental Health & Wellness
Wellness support, workshops, and mental health resources for all students.
Health
- Health Services
Medical care, wellness visits, and health resources on campus. - Student Health Insurance
Information about coverage options and requirements.
Food & Basic Needs
- Pōhukaina Food Pantry (Sign-Up)
Free groceries and essentials for students. - SNAP (Food Assistance)
Apply for federal food benefits. - Kaukau 4 Keiki
Food support for students with children. - Internet Kōkua Program
Low-cost internet for eligible students.
Money, Housing & Emergency Help
- Housing & Shelter Options
Find short- and long-term housing resources. - Rent & Utility Relief (Revitalize Oʻahu)
Help paying rent and utilities. - Bridge to Hope – Social Services
Directory of community assistance programs. - Hawaiian Community Assets
Financial coaching, housing, and family resources.
Academic & Career Support
- Resume, Applications & Personal Statements
Help with resumes, jobs, and transfer essays. - HiNet Program
Career training and job pathway support. - TRIO Student Support Services
Tutoring, advising, and transfer support for eligible students.
Money
- Scholarships
Free money for school. Browse campus and outside awards, check what you need, and hit submit before the deadline. Boom. - FAFSA
Your ticket to grants, work-study, and federal loans. Grab your FSA ID and tax info, fill it out, and send it in. Earlier = better. - UH Common Scholarship
One app. Tons of UH scholarships. Log in with your UH account, finish the questions, upload what’s needed, and submit today. Don’t miss it. - Financial Aid & Paying for College
Information about financial aid, scholarships, and how to cover your costs at Kapiʻolani.
More
- Employment Prep Center
Career support including resume help, interview preparation, and job readiness resources. - Hiring Opportunities (aka “get paid, stay on campus”)
Big shiny link to SECE for all campus and work-study jobs
What you’ll see: job titles, hours, pay, location, deadlines
How to apply: quick steps + eligibility so you know you’re good
Need help? Angela Coloretti McGough (Email acoloret@hawaii.edu or visit ‘Iliahi 228)
If your company/business is currently hiring, and you’d like students to apply please contact Angela Coloretti McGough.
Essential Student Things
- Lāmakū
Your courses and grades. - STAR Balance
Register for classes, check holds, and view your schedule. - Academic Calendar
Important dates: start/end of term, holidays, deadlines. - Course Catalog
Browse programs, majors, and course descriptions. - Bookstore
Buy textbooks, supplies, and KCC gear.
Tutoring & Academic Support
- The Study Hub (Lāmakū Learning Center)
In-person and online peer tutoring for math, writing, and tech help. - STEM ʻImi Naʻauao Peer Mentoring
Free mentoring from experienced STEM students. - Tutor.com (24/7, UH login required)
On-demand online tutoring anytime. - TRiO Tutoring (eligibility required)
One-on-one peer tutoring for TRiO students. - Online Learning Academy (OLA)
Free online tutoring in math, science, and writing.
Library, Technology & Learning Spaces
- Library Search Tools
Find books, articles, and research resources. - Wi-Fi, Computers & Printing
Campus internet, labs, and printing services.