Kenai Peninsula College

Those recent federal orders come from President Donald Trump, who’s put diversity, equity and inclusion policies squarely in his crosshairs.

In conjunction with its newly revitalized cultural museum, the Kenai Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center hosted a presentation about the early history of Kenai. The lecture was a first in a new presentation series that goes beyond the museum’s rotating exhibits.

The largest juried photography show in Alaska has made its way to Kenai Peninsula College. The Alaska Photographic Center’s Rarefied Light is an annual traveling exhibition that shines light on the beauty of Alaska and its people.

Kenai Peninsula College recently welcomed a new restaurant in its Enid S. McLane Building. Open to more than just college students, JoJo’s Kitchen is a one stop shop for sandwiches, coffees, snacks and more.

Kenai Peninsula College hosted a discussion last week about the history of salmon and the region’s Indigenous people. The presentation drew from archaeological, explorer and oral accounts to tell the story of the Dena’ina peoples’ connection to salmon in the nineteenth century.

Choy joined Kenai Peninsula College’s faculty in 2013. While at the college, he taught classes in painting, art appreciation and sculpture.

As part of its Alaska Native studies program, Kenai Peninsula College is currently offering a Native beadwork traditions course. The two-credit class teaches a number of beading techniques, while helping students better connect to and understand Native culture.

As local art galleries gear up for next month’s installations, Kenai Peninsula College recently unveiled an art exhibit of its own. The show spotlights a medium not many people know about, which will be on display throughout the rest of the spring semester.

Kenai Peninsula College will host a viewing event and discussion of the film “Braver Angels: Reuniting America.” Organizers hope the film will help bring people together and show that they have more in common than they may think.

Two of Alaska’s most legendary Iditarod figures spoke to a packed room Thursday as part of Kenai Peninsula College’s final showcase series installment. “Breaking Trail: Reflections on the Iditarod,” highlights the duo's journey to the race and their experiences with it.