Alumni testimonial
"Liberal arts education prepared me well for my career in journalism. I was trained to seek what's not obvious, not settle for what's on the surface -- a critical skill as a journalist." (H. Iwamoto, Lake Forest 1961, formerly at NHK)
"I apply my liberal arts education at Knox and science training at a graduate school in managing programmers and engineers of Silicon Valley. Value and traditions of western civilization and mid-western states play an important role in creating innovation. I am hoping that more young folks from Japan spend 4 years at liberal arts schools." (S. Kawasaki, Knox 1978, University of Illinois MS, formerly at Renesas Technology)
"Liberal arts education taught me, among other things, how to choose my career as a researcher. I was constantly challenged and encouraged by indefatigable professors and intellectually stimulating students in a collegiate atmosphere. Illuminating academic discussions sharpened my skills in avoiding cul-de-sacs and pursuing promising paths in research." (K. Homma, Swarthmore 1980, Harvard PhD, Professor at Maebashi Institute of Technology)
"We need more Japanese professionals that can contribute to the world. There is a shortage of Japanese professional who can communicate in English -- particularly in writing, get along with people from around the world, and make a valuable contribution as a specialist. Liberal arts education in the US plays an important role in developing these skills." (M. Hayafuji, Brown 1985, Oxford M. Sc, World Trade Organization)
"When I first arrived in NY, I was so nervous. I remember running to/from Burger King because I was told it was dangerous. When I arrived in Hamilton, everyone was so kind. I switched my major from literature to physics. Liberal arts education in the US accommodated this change. I could not have done that in Japan. Thank you, Hamilton." (T. Ohira, Hamilton, 1986, Cambridge, Chicago MS, PhD, Professor at Nagoya University)
"At Lake Forest, I was struggling to figure out my path for the future. It was particularly hard because I could not articulate my thoughts and feelings very well. Teachers were so passionate and patient in helping me to find a way. I gained confidence to overcome any difficulties in life." (T. Iizuka, Lake Forest, 1995, IIT M of Architecture, Architect at VOA Associates)
"Wesleyan trained me to see people as they are without prejudice toward their race, religion, or sexual orientation. This is such an important skill in my career working with people around the world." (K. Miura, Wesleyan 2001, U Penn. MBA, Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria)
"Smith taught me to gain a global perspective. This was based on living with students with a diverse background and exposure to diverse subjects in classroom." (A. Uehara, Smith 2005, Sony)
"I was not sure whether I should go to a school in the U.S. The challenge and valuable experience far exceeded my expectation. My dorm experience was particularly valuable. Through email, I could not have achieved the life long friendship I have gained! Confidence from achieving my goals at college is a source of energy and shaping my career in the international relations." (A. Wada, Swarthmore 2006, U of Tokyo MA, Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
"Although I had always interest in journalism through my father's work as a newspaper reporter, I re-discovered my passion while I was at Lake Forest. Classroom discussion and living experience with students from around the world gave me a global perspective of Japan. I am working hard every day to become a better journalist." (K. Ozaki, Lake Forest 2007, Kyodo Agendy)
"I apply my liberal arts education at Knox and science training at a graduate school in managing programmers and engineers of Silicon Valley. Value and traditions of western civilization and mid-western states play an important role in creating innovation. I am hoping that more young folks from Japan spend 4 years at liberal arts schools." (S. Kawasaki, Knox 1978, University of Illinois MS, formerly at Renesas Technology)
"Liberal arts education taught me, among other things, how to choose my career as a researcher. I was constantly challenged and encouraged by indefatigable professors and intellectually stimulating students in a collegiate atmosphere. Illuminating academic discussions sharpened my skills in avoiding cul-de-sacs and pursuing promising paths in research." (K. Homma, Swarthmore 1980, Harvard PhD, Professor at Maebashi Institute of Technology)
"We need more Japanese professionals that can contribute to the world. There is a shortage of Japanese professional who can communicate in English -- particularly in writing, get along with people from around the world, and make a valuable contribution as a specialist. Liberal arts education in the US plays an important role in developing these skills." (M. Hayafuji, Brown 1985, Oxford M. Sc, World Trade Organization)
"When I first arrived in NY, I was so nervous. I remember running to/from Burger King because I was told it was dangerous. When I arrived in Hamilton, everyone was so kind. I switched my major from literature to physics. Liberal arts education in the US accommodated this change. I could not have done that in Japan. Thank you, Hamilton." (T. Ohira, Hamilton, 1986, Cambridge, Chicago MS, PhD, Professor at Nagoya University)
"At Lake Forest, I was struggling to figure out my path for the future. It was particularly hard because I could not articulate my thoughts and feelings very well. Teachers were so passionate and patient in helping me to find a way. I gained confidence to overcome any difficulties in life." (T. Iizuka, Lake Forest, 1995, IIT M of Architecture, Architect at VOA Associates)
"Wesleyan trained me to see people as they are without prejudice toward their race, religion, or sexual orientation. This is such an important skill in my career working with people around the world." (K. Miura, Wesleyan 2001, U Penn. MBA, Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria)
"Smith taught me to gain a global perspective. This was based on living with students with a diverse background and exposure to diverse subjects in classroom." (A. Uehara, Smith 2005, Sony)
"I was not sure whether I should go to a school in the U.S. The challenge and valuable experience far exceeded my expectation. My dorm experience was particularly valuable. Through email, I could not have achieved the life long friendship I have gained! Confidence from achieving my goals at college is a source of energy and shaping my career in the international relations." (A. Wada, Swarthmore 2006, U of Tokyo MA, Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
"Although I had always interest in journalism through my father's work as a newspaper reporter, I re-discovered my passion while I was at Lake Forest. Classroom discussion and living experience with students from around the world gave me a global perspective of Japan. I am working hard every day to become a better journalist." (K. Ozaki, Lake Forest 2007, Kyodo Agendy)