One month has passed since I came to Morgantown. Although it was a little bit hard for me in many cases at the beginning, now I have become acclimated and enjoying my daily life here. Morgantown is located in the northern part of West Virginia State, and its climate is slightly colder than Aizu Wakamatsu city, but we don't have snow like Aizu. Since the minus temperature continues for two weeks even in daytime, it is quite cold. However, heating works effectively at the inside of the university and my apartment, so wearing light clothes are enough. West Virginia University (WVU) has 26000 students and 171 majors. Because the campus is divided into three parts, students move between campuses by a pretty convenient vehicle named PRT (like a monorail). Of course, it is free.

Well, now I want to have a brief introducing of my host laboratory member in the photograph. We have other members but unfortunately they were out for lunch. My right-hand side is Dr. Don who is my host professor and an expert of Japan. He has been in Japan several times. Now, he usually eats rice 2 or 3 times per week. He is so kind to me to make my stay comfortable. I sincerely would like to borrow this space to express my gratitude to him. The leftmost man, Mr. Nakaishi is actually a third generation Japanese-American. Maybe you cannot aware that at all from his appearance. He said he can only say "kon ni chi wa" in Japanese. And the cool guy in the right side is Mr. Alberto. He is very familiar with Fortran language.
Half time of my stay has gone. I am having a wonderful experience by meeting people, talking with them, feeling their culture. What can I do in the remaining period?? Nothing but enjoy my stay!