October 19, 2026 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Do you want to study at a university and/or have an Internship at a company in Japan?
Join us for an insightful journey in Japan through the eyes of UC Merced students, Gurshan Sandhu, Joseph Ajibola & Melissa Higuera.
Gurshan Sandhu at Doshisha University in Kyoto for Spring 2026
Gurshan will talk about the vast learning opportunities from cultural to personal lessons, and ways to have fun and make friends in an unfamiliar place.
Joseph Ajibola at Okayama University for Summer 2026
Joseph will talk about his Advanced Japanese course at Okayama University as Critical Language Scholar, and his wonderful experiences in Okayama.
Melissa Higuera in a Company in Japan for Summer 2026
Melissa Higuera will talk about her experiences and challenges whilst working and living alone in a foreign country.
Hosted by Professor Miki Ishikida, World Languages
