Fall 2023 Lama Library building hours (Aug. 21-Dec. 15, 2023):
Mon-Thurs: 8:30am-4:30pm, Fri: 8:30am-4pm
For exceptions to regular hours for holidays, etc. see here: https://guides.library.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/libraryinfo/hours
Reference librarians are available in-person and online during library hours to help with research support.
—Live Chat with a librarian: bit.ly/KCCchat (or click orange tab in top right corner of LLR website)
—Phone: 808-734-9359
—Text: 808-201-2986
—Email: kapccref@hawaii.edu
—Zoom consultations by appointment
—In-person help at the Library’s reference desk (first floor)
Instructors, see your librarian! Check out this video to learn about some of the ways you can work with the library to benefit your students.
SOS Workshops for students: in-person and online workshops on student success topics, library resources, technology, transfer information, natural disaster preparedness, and more. Please share with your students: http://sos.kapiolani.hawaii.edu
The library also offers book and laptop loans, course reserves, electronic resources 24/7, tech equipment loans (see list here), WiFi access, an open computer lab, group study rooms, zoom spaces, and ample study space.
Laptop Loans: The Library has a limited supply of laptops and hotspots for current students to borrow on a first-come first-serve basis. One device per student. Bring your UH or state ID to the Circulation desk during library hours to borrow.
Lamakū Learning Center: the Study Hub opens Aug. 28 for tutoring in Math, Writing, and more on the 2nd floor of Lama.
Please let your students know about these new spaces in Lamakū Learning Center:
🤱🏻for student parents – Lama 208 offers a comfortable, nurturing environment for lactation and ʻohana needs. Please see Circulation Desk on 1st floor to check out the key for individual use.
🧘🏽for student wellness – Lama 207 provides a peaceful spot for relaxation and reflection. Please see the drop-in hours posted on the door for shared use.
🤙 for student engagement – Lama 201 gives students a flexible “lounge” space to connect with each other and members of our campus community through special events, club meetings, presentations, etc. Please email yoshidav@hawaii.edu to reserve. (approx. 20 people maximum)
Testing Center: Services available by appointment during library hours. See website for details: https://guides.library.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/testing/
Questions? Please email athomas@hawaii.edu or kapccref@hawaii.edu or call 734-9359