News & Updates
Japan Society of Boston Meets Sarah Yasuda (Tokyo, 2015-2017)
In October, Japan Society of Boston got to know Sarah Yasuda (Tokyo, 2015-2017). The JET program allowed her to connect with her heritage, explore her mother's hometown, and gain valuable teaching experience while fully immersing herself in the culture!
Career Compass Part 3: Driving Opportunities - The US-Japan Automotive Industry
This event will provide valuable insights into the Japanese automotive industry. Connect with professionals working in the field to learn about key career opportunities, industry trends, and effective networking strategies in Kentucky and Michigan, while also exploring broader national opportunities in this dynamic sector.
Photo of the Month: October 2024
October's Photo of the Month comes to us from Reid Efthymiou (Fukushima, 2024-Present).
Career Compass Part 2: Building a Career as a Japanese Language Educator
This event will dive into Japanese language teaching credentialing, licensure and approaches across Kentucky and Michigan. Join this impressive panel on Tues., Oct. 8 @7:30pm ET.
Microgrant Update: Empowering Girls in STEM with Minoh City’s Hack-A-Thon and STEM Library
Minoh City’s first Hack-A-Thon kicked off with a bang as middle school and high school girls across the city made their way to their first ever robotics and coding class.
This interview with current JET Adriana Nazarko (Osaka, 2022-205) delves into her project promoting sciences and advanced study in the US through a coding class completed entirely in English.
Tayo-sei Program Initiative: JET Info Session
Are you curious about the JET Program? Join us for a virtual information session on October 3 @8pm ET. JET Program Coordinators and a diverse panel of alumni will share their experiences and answer your questions about the application and preparation process and JET life.
JET Office Hours for Aspiring JETs
Thinking about applying to the JET Program? Still have a few lingering questions? We’re here to help! Stop by our virtual office hours during select evenings in the month of October to chat!
Photo of the Month: September 2024
September's Photo of the Month comes to us from Kimberly Bartos (Akita, 2018-2022).