The Schuler Family Foundation has donated $20,000 to the University of Hawai‘i - West O‘ahu to create the Schuler Family Foundation Scholarship. This new scholarship will increase access to UHWO by providing support to high school graduates of Campbell, Kapolei, Nānākuli and Wai‘anae High Schools who wish to attain a quality university college degree without having to leave their community or home.  

“With this scholarship, the Schuler Family Foundation is helping provide the support necessary to strengthen and improve the quality of life for island residents, their families and their communities through higher education, ” said Gene Awakuni, Chancellor, University of Hawai‘i - West O‘ahu. “We are most grateful for their support. ”

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In celebration of the 45th Anniversary of Waianae Public Library, the Nanakuli Performing Arts Center (NPAC) will perform at the Library on Tuesday, December 20 at 2 p.m.

In August 2011, the Nanakuli Performing Arts Center traveled to Edinburgh, Scotland to perform at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the largest and most prestigious arts festival in the world.  More than 2,000 high schools nationwide were nominated to perform at the American High School Theatre Festival, and the NPAC was one of 62 schools that were selected.

The Friends of the Library of Hawaii is sponsoring this free 45-minute performance which is suitable for all ages.  Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. 

Contact the Library as soon as possible if a sign language interpreter or other special accommodation is needed.