WMU Japanese Program

WMU Japanese Program Official page of the Japanese Program at Western Michigan University.

This is the official page of the Japanese Program and Soga Japan Center at Western Michigan University. The Japanese program is housed in the Department of World Languages and Literatures at WMU, and offers a major and a minor in Japanese. It also offers a more extensive array of exchange programs than nearly any other university in the United States. The Soga Japan Center is an interdisciplinary

center at WMU which hosts and facilitates talks, cultural events, and other activities relating to Japan. The SJC works closely with the Department of World Languages and Literatures and other departments, which have Japanese studies faculty.

02/14/2025
Some more photos from the Japanese Culture and Language Presentations which was held on January 16, 2025.
01/17/2025

Some more photos from the Japanese Culture and Language Presentations which was held on January 16, 2025.

Some photos from the Japanese Culture and Language Presentations which was held on January 16, 2025.
01/16/2025

Some photos from the Japanese Culture and Language Presentations which was held on January 16, 2025.

KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Haenicke Institute for Global Education’s Soga Japan Center will host a Japan Foundation Film Serie...
11/25/2024

KALAMAZOO, Mich.—The Haenicke Institute for Global Education’s Soga Japan Center will host a Japan Foundation Film Series next month. Screenings will take place at 5 p.m. in Brown Hall, Room 2028.

The series begins with a viewing of Samurai Cat on Tuesday, Dec. 3. This film tells the story of an expert swordsman, once a feared killer, who now lives in poverty. In the film, the swordsman receives his first assassination request in years, but the target is unexpected—a cat rumored to have turned its master into a spineless jellyfish.

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11/18/2024
The special talk, Sewing the Buddhist Robe: Innovation and Inclusion by Dr. Diane Riggs, Department of World Religions a...
10/22/2024

The special talk, Sewing the Buddhist Robe: Innovation and Inclusion by Dr. Diane Riggs, Department of World Religions and Cultures, will take place at 2 pm on Thursday, October 24, at 1720 Sangren Hall and via Zoom. Please register at: https://wmich.edu/asia/sjc-lecture-registration

Dr. Diane Rigss of World Religions and Cultures will give a special talk "Sewing the Buddhist Robe: Innovation and Inclusion" at 2pm on Thursday, October 24 in-person at 1720 Sangren Hall and online via Zoom. This event is free and open to the public. Free registration: https://wmich.edu/asia/sjc-lecture-registration

If you’re interested in learning about the JET program, please check this webpage to find virtual information sessions! ...
10/07/2024

If you’re interested in learning about the JET program, please check this webpage to find virtual information sessions! All JET recruiting events can be found here: https://jetprogramusa.org/events/

Consulate General of Japan in Detroit 在デトロイト日本国総領事館 is hosting two more information sessions via Zoom. Please contact the JET Program/MEXT Scholarship Coordinator, Ms. Rhea Young at [email protected] to get Zoom ID and password for their sessions.............................................................................................
Detroit JET Program Zoom Information Sessions

§ Tuesday, October 8th, 6:30pm-8:00pm: JET Program Information and Q&A Session #2 joined by two JET Alumni.

§ Thursday, October 17th, 10:30am-12:00pm: JET Program Information and Q&A Session #3 joined by two JET Alumni.

JET RECRUITING EVENTS Want to learn more about the JET Program? Speak to a Program Coordinator or JET Alumni! Events take place across the US every spring and fall to let aspiring applicants know about our Program and have an opportunity to ask questions. Each year many of our events are virtual, so...

Dr. Diane Rigss of World Religions and Cultures will give a special talk "Sewing the Buddhist Robe: Innovation and Inclu...
09/30/2024

Dr. Diane Rigss of World Religions and Cultures will give a special talk "Sewing the Buddhist Robe: Innovation and Inclusion" at 2pm on Thursday, October 24 in-person at 1720 Sangren Hall and online via Zoom. This event is free and open to the public. Free registration: https://wmich.edu/asia/sjc-lecture-registration

Are you interested in finding a career in a Japan-related field? If so, this event may be for you!
09/19/2024

Are you interested in finding a career in a Japan-related field? If so, this event may be for you!

Interested in leveraging your Japan-related experiences into a career? 🌏✨

USJETAA, in collaboration with Ikigai Connections, JAS of Michigan, Quick USA, Great Lakes JETAA, and others, is hosting a free online three-part series! The first session, on September 24th at 7:30 pm, will focus on national and local (MI & KY) career growth opportunities.

What to expect from the series?
• General career discussions specific to Michigan and Kentucky regions
• Insights into local industries
• Tips on how to translate your JET/Japan experience onto your resume
• Entry-level professional advice from industry experts

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and grow your professional network! To register, use the QR code in the flyer or visit usjetaa.org.

09/05/2024

WMU International Festival takes attendees on a trip around the world—without leaving Michigan—to enjoy some of the music, fashions and traditional dances of many cultures. The annual event has provided thousands of students and community members the chance to experience the diversity of the WMU student body through booth displays and performances brought to life by WMU international and cultural RSO’s. Join us Saturday, October 5th at Miller Auditorium from 2 - 6pm!

Sign up your registered student organization to participate, volunteer or learn more about the WMU's premier cultural celebration here: https://wmich.edu/globallearning/international-festival

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Anime Voice Acting Workshop on March 15, 2019 at Western Michigan University.

Japanese Voice Acting Workshop at WMU on March 15, 2019.

Japanese Voice Acting Workshop at WMU on March 15, 2019.

The Soga Japan Center had a ceremony to accept the Salary Assistance Grant for Japanese-Language Courses from the Japan Foundation Los Angels on September 21, 2018. The grant will support all Japanese language related programs which Soga Japan Center provides on campus and off campus. The Deputy Consul General of Japan, Ms Yuki Sakai, visited WMU for the first time to attend the ceremony.

Conversation Table with students from Takasaki City University...
Conversation Table with students from Takasaki City University...

Students from Takasaki City University of Economics chatted with WMU Japanese majors and recents grads today during their two-week program to Western Michigan University. The Japanese students spent time with CELCIS (the Center for English Language and Culture for International students) and joined in activities with WMU International. We are so happy to host TCUE students and make sure that they feel #WelcomeAtWestern. WMU Department of World Languages and Literatures #GloballyEngagedBroncos #WorldAtWestern

There was some incredible three-string twanging at the Dalton Center tonight by Sato Michiyoshi, an award-winning performer of Tsugaru-jamisen--music played with a Japanese banjo called a shamisen. Free performance hosted by WMU's Soga Japan Center.

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