If you’re a student with a curious mind and a passion for exploring diverse perspectives, mark your calendar for the Liberal Arts and Liberal Arts Options Fair at LaGuardia Community College. This event is set to take place at 2:00pm …
CUNY Cultural Corps (https://www.cuny.edu/academics/current-initiatives/cultural-corps/) offers paid work experience for CUNY students in NYC’s arts and cultural sector, aiming to diversify cultural institutions. The program partners with numerous non-profit organizations such as museums, zoos, and botanical gardens. The Fall …
Explore opportunities for a journey of global discovery and transformative educational experience through a study abroad program as part of your curriculum requirement. For students at LaGuardia, the chance to …
The Student Success Mentor (SSM) Program is recruiting applications for SSM in Spring 2025 between Monday, October 28 – Monday, December 2, 2024.
As a Student Success Mentor, you’ll have the chance to support fellow students in achieving their academic …
LaGuardia Community College offers Japanese courses at various levels in Spring 2025. For those who are interested in pursuing careers in Japan Studies, the college also offers Liberal Arts Option (major) in Japanese. For more information, contact Prof. Tomonori Nagano …
Nihon Hidankyo, an organization representing hibakusha (atomic bomb survivors) from Hiroshima and Nagasaki, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its relentless advocacy toward achieving a nuclear-free world. The group was recognized for its efforts in highlighting the horrors of …
FX/Hulu’s historical drama “Shogun” made Emmy history by becoming the first non-English-language series to win Best Drama, along with many other Emmy titles. The show also swept the Creative Arts Emmys the previous weekend, claiming a record-breaking 14 awards, surpassing …
LaGuardia Community College is hosting a series of transfer events in Fall 2024. If you are graduating soon, please consider participating in some of these events. The Japan Studies Program is hosting its own transfer event for Temple University Japan …
We are excited to announce an upcoming career orientation meeting for Japan Studies (and possibly Tourism and Hospitality) students at LaGuardia Community College, featuring a guest speaker from Hoshino Resorts, a renowned Japanese hotel management company with over 100 years …
We are pleased to host another information session for transferring to Temple University Japan in Fall 2024. This is a HyFlex (in-person & online) event. Mr. Ryan Evan Goulding, Regional Representative of Temple University Japan, will visit LaGuardia to talk …
There are a few part-time job openings at Japan Village in Brooklyn (934 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232 / https://www.japanvillage.com). Opening positions are servers, cashiers, and bartenders at the Japanese stores/restaurants in Japan Village. Applicants should have genuine interest …
Prof. Miho Fujimori, an instructor of the Japanese language class, is offering a Japanese calligraphy lesson in her class on Saturday, October 26, 2024 (12:00pm-2:00pm). This part of class is open to all students. The workshop is conducted on campus …
The College of Global Engagement (CGE) at Kansai Gaidai University is a distinguished academic institution in Osaka, Japan dedicated to cultivating global-minded professionals equipped with the skills, knowledge, and cross-cultural understanding essential for thriving in an interconnected world. Situated in …
“JAPANESE HISTORY for High School” (https://www.amazon.com/d/B0CW4JTHTT) is an accessible history book of Japan. It is a translated textbook designed to share Japan’s history with English-speaking students and history enthusiasts. Originally created by respected Japanese historians, this book covers …
The Japanese Option Student Orientation is scheduled for Wednesday, September 4, 2024, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm in Room B-116 and online. The event is for new and continuing students to receive advice on succeeding in the Japanese Option, including graduation …
The next Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) in the U.S. will be held on Sunday, December 1, 2024, during Thanksgiving week. Registration opens on Monday, August 5, 2024, on a staggered schedule by region and level. The deadline for registration …
CUNY Cultural Corps (https://www.cuny.edu/academics/current-initiatives/cultural-corps/ offers paid work experience for CUNY students in NYC’s arts and cultural sector, aiming to diversify cultural institutions. The program partners with numerous non-profit organizations such as museums, zoos, and botanical gardens. The Fall 2024 …
J.LIVE (Japanese Learning Inspired Vision and Engagement) Talk was founded in 2015 as a college-level Japanese language presentation competition. It’s similar to a TED Talk where a presenter shares his/her vision using audio-visual materials and interacts with the audience. This …
The following YouTubers feature life in Japan in English. Highly recommended if you are interested in spending time (study abroad or working) in Japan.
The City University of New York offers several prestigious scholarships for both graduate and undergraduate students. Here are the highlights:
The Japan and Entertainment Club at LaGuardia Community College is looking for new board members in Fall 2024. Here is the list of the board members’ roles:
Roles of the Japan Club Board
The U.S. Department of State’s Gilman-McCain Scholarship provides awards of $5,000 for undergraduate child dependents of active duty service members to study or intern abroad on credit-bearing programs. The deadline for Summer 2025 scholarships is Thursday, August 1, 2024.
The …
The SOAR Experiential Learning Program at LaGuardia Community College is a pipeline program that connects students with paid internship opportunities in various sectors, including community-based organizations, government agencies, and private companies. The program aims to provide students with hands-on experience, …
LaGuardia Community College is looking for students who are interested in joining President Society, a student fellowship program, in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. The student must have a GPA of 3.0 or above and must be able to attend …
The NYCHA-CUNY Resident Scholarship Program is a collaboration between the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and The City University of New York (CUNY) to help low- and moderate-income New Yorkers realize their full potential through higher education. Annually, the …
This year’s Japan Parade will take place at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 11, 2024. There will also be a Japanese street fair on the 72nd street this year.
Ema Ryan Yamazaki, a documentary filmmaker of British and Japanese heritage, presents Japan’s rigorous educational rituals through her film “The Making of a Japanese”, focusing on their formation of the Japanese character. With a backdrop of her own challenging experiences, …
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We received the following information from HRAIT, a recruiting agency under aiTWorks. HRAIT specializes in connecting Japanese speakers with job opportunities in the US. See the following pages for more information about their job bank.
HRAIT Homepage: https://hr.aitworks.com/en/
HRAIT Job …
The Benjamin Gilman Scholarship offers a unique opportunity for community college students to study or intern abroad despite financial constraints. The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and is designed to enhance U.S. national security and economic …
The Friedman Transfer Scholars Program (FTSP) is a great opportunity for highly competitive students at LaGuardia Community College, who are interested in transferring to Macaulay Honors College, one of CUNY’s most prestigious and selective honors colleges dedicated to preparing students …
Are you dreaming of completing your bachelor’s degree at NYU? The Community College Transfer Opportunity Program (CCTOP) is an incredible pathway designed to help you achieve your dream. CCTOP is a scholarship and support program aimed at facilitating a smooth …
The Georgetown University Preferred Consideration Program is an opportunity for LaGuardia Community College students who are interested in transferring to non-CUNY schools.
Each year, Georgetown University (https://www.georgetown.edu) extends a priority consideration to three exceptional students at LaGuardia Community …
The AAPI cultural celebration this year will take place between 2:15pm-4:25pm on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 @ Cobblestone Stage). The sign-up form is at https://bit.ly/LG-AAPI2024. A small amount of honorarium is possible for professional performers, but unfortunately we cannot …
A group of Japanese high school students who won a national virtual stock market competition (https://manabow.com/sl/result/24/) are visiting LaGuardia Community College on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. They are visiting LaGuardia to learn about college life in New York …
We are pleased to announce a HyFlex (in-person & online) orientation meeting for the Japaense Option students at 12:00pm on Monday, February 26, 2024.
The American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ) offers US-Japan Bridging Foundation Study Abroad Scholarship for American undergraduate students planning to study in Japan. These scholarships are funded by the United States-Japan Bridging Foundation and have been helping students since …
We are pleased to host another transfer workshop for Temple University Japan in Spring 2024. This is a HyFlex (in-person & online) event. Mr. Ryan Evan Goulding, Admissions Counselor of Temple University Japan, will visit LaGuardia to talk about the …
The Vassar College Explore Transfer Summer Program is designed to give you the opportunity to experience being a student at a residential liberal arts college. The program runs Monday, June 24, 2024 – Wednesday, June 26, 2024. You must be …
Kaplan Scholars Program is a multi-year scholarship program for college students in their 2nd year. You will receive scholarship while at LaGuardia and when you transfer to a 4-year college as well. The Kaplan Scholars will received financial and academic …
Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution (https://korematsuinstitute.org) on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 honors the legacy of civil rights activist Fred T. Korematsu and his fight for racial equity, social justice, and human rights for all.…
The Noguchi Museum is currently holding an open call for artist banners for 2024, with a theme of “labor and love.” The banners will be displayed outside the museum for one year and the winning artist will receive an honorarium. …
The Belle Zeller Scholarship Fund was established in 1979 to honor Belle Zeller, the founding president of the Professional Staff Congress/CUNY. The scholarship is open to full-time undergraduate students at the City University of New York (CUNY) who have completed …
The New York Times announces that the city of Yamaguchi as one of the The New York Times’ list of “52 places to go in 2024” destinations. The city is praised for its winding lanes, pottery kilns, coffee shops, oden …
The Library at LaGuardia Community College has created research guidelines for those interested in graphic novels (also known as Manga) and Anime. According to CUNY’s OneSearch database, there are over 3,000 entries available for researching Anime, and over 17,000 entries …
Melany Perez completed the Japanese Option at LaGuardia in Fall 2023 and has been accepted to San Francisco State University (SFSU) as a transfer student. Melany has shared her experience at LaGuardia as well as her transfer experience to outside …
The Library is hosting Library Research Review Competition for 2023-2024. If you received an A for your research paper in 2023-2024, download the coversheet and submit it for the competition. The prizes include Amazon Fire HD and Amazon gift cards …
The Japan Studies Program and the Japan and Entertainment Club are co-hosting an event to celebrate New Year Day on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. The event is scheduled to take place from 9am to 1pm on Wednesday, January 17, 2023 …
Kansai Gaidai University (KGU) is a prestigious private university located in Osaka, Japan. Known for its strong focus on international studies. In 2023, KGU started a new BA program in Global Engagement, which offers an innovative curriculum with emphases diverse …
The Transfer Scholars Network (TNS) works to connect high-achieving community college students to dedicated admissions representatives from 16 top four-year colleges with some of the nation’s most generous financial aid programs. TSN students at LaGuardia will be connected directly with …
