WMU Japanese Program

03/13/2025

Staff at The Haenicke Institute network with people from around the world to ensure WMU remains a global campus. Here is Dr. Ying Zeng, associate provost for global education and senior director of Asian Initiatives, with Consul General Hajime Kishimori at a reception for the 65th birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan. WMU Japanese Program WMU College of Arts and Sciences

03/10/2025

Dr. Rika Saito, a professor of World Languages and Literatures in the College of Arts and Sciences at WMU, will give a special talk March 11 in partnership with the Soga Japan Center.

The lecture, "How I Met? How I Thought?: My Research on Waka Yamada, Modern Japanese Feminist," is at 1 p.m. in 3025 Brown Hall. This program is free and open to the public.

https://wmich.edu/japancenter/events/japan-lectures

02/14/2025

01/17/2025

Some more 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.

01/13/2025

Learn about Japanese language and culture while having fun out of classroom.
https://wmich.edu/global/news/2025/01/japanlanguage

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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

10/28/2024

Please mark your calendars!
Samurai Cat:
https://www.facebook.com/share/ip9P7MSxXFQ2SUWb/
Bento Harassment:
https://www.facebook.com/share/Lnp1cn1trtUjd2vB/

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

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...

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

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.

09/17/2024

Please register https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSem7oQ1uiNXvuF4ZbpKsDQHC9FvQozklXzMDIYlZCjCVbzVow/viewform to get Zoom ID and link. All levels of learners are welcome.

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