The board discusses possible solutions to student issues. From left to right: Alfie Gonzales, Frank Haas, Dr. Leon Richards.
A discussion forum was held with the chancellor on Thursday, April 25 in the Ho’okele Center, so students could have an open dialogue about resolving campus issues.
The board consisted of Alfie Gonzales, BOSA Adviser, Frank Haas, Dean of Hospitality, Business and Education, Dr. Leon Richards, KapCC Chancellor, Annie Wong, ASKCC Chairperson, and Lindsey McGinn, ASKCC Vice Chairperson.
Student Questions:
BJ Betiru and group members presented Core and the importance of their program and need for space on campus.
BJ Betiru:
“At the Core Program we want a safe, clean, and inspirational area to work on achieving our dreams to become educators and role models for the next generation. We require a work study/office area, a computer workstation, tables, chairs, and resource books. When will space be available?”
Dr. Richards:
“Core is a signature program here and essential for producing teachers. We are in the process for negotiating for extra space. We plan to renovate Sinclair for extra space. We will be considering other programs as well as Core to fill the space.”
Koby:
“With the advancement of KCC apps are there any plans for KCC apps in the future?” e.g. Star, Laulima, UH Portal apps
Dr. Richards addresses KCC students about campus concerns.
Dr. Richards:
“We have consulted Mary Hattori, associate professor of Information Technology and Technology Coordinator, to look into plans for technology services, technology is impacting us, it’s everywhere, and we need you to make your voices heard about the types of technology we need.”
Summer:
“Why can I not receive a bus pass if I am working full time during the summer at KCC and normally take full time credits fall and spring but not the summer.”
Alfie Gonzales:
“At this time, bus passes are only issued for full time students including the summer session.”
Student Chair:
“Student caucus is in the process of creating cheaper bus passes similar to UH Mānoa’s system that will need student attention soon.”
Other issues discussed:
Frank Haas:
“Kōpiko Student Learning Center is on its way. Computers and furniture have to be delivered but the plan is for Kōpiko Center to be opened in the fall.”
Dr. Richards:
“About the concern with Laulima and servers crashing, we will consult with our technology staff to see if we can update our bandwidth.”
Student Chairs:
“Student congress is looking into establishing new eateries on campus. We will need input soon on what types of foods and drinks vendors offer. We have sent out two surveys in the past about eateries on campus and we are working on another soon.”
Frank Haas talked about new Culinary program plans.
Frank Haas announced that the location of the old Cannon Club is now the location for the advanced certificate culinary program and restaurant. The decision has been on the board for 12 years and has experienced several different architectural designs and funding has been collected. The first construction phase will begin in 2014 and restaurant construction in 2015. The facility will operate with over $8 million of kitchen equipment. The current entry tunnel to Diamond Head will also be moved to create more traffic past the culinary center and restaurant.