07/12/2019

AY2019 short-term study abroad fair was held on July 3^rd, and approximately 240 students participated in the fair. First, Prof. Kaneko gave an opening speech about study abroad and information about overseas preparation class "Global Experience Gateway". Then Prof. Wilson explained importance of English ability for the global communication, and the advantages of study abroad. Afterword, Prof. Kawaguchi explained about AY2019 short-term study abroad programs.

After that, Mr. Yuki Matsushita, Mr. Yoshiyasu Chonan and Ms. Taeko Yoshii gave a presentation about their experience at the Rose-Hulman Institute Technology in the US. Then Mr. Masato Hidaka, Mr. Takuya Sukegawa and Mr. Taisei Kodama gave a presentation about their experience at the University of Waikato Pathways College in New Zealand. Lastly, a student and a stuff explained about the Global Lounge's activities and Buddy Program.

All the presentations were very unique with their own experience, the audience enjoyed and became interested in study abroad. Office for Strategy of International Program will keep providing such events and activities, and hope many students will get various experiences through the study abroad programs.