FORMER RYUGAKUSEI'S COMMENTS

(UPDATED APRIL, 1998)

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gMy knowledge of Japan and its language was greatly enhanced. As well, I learned a great deal about other cultures of the World. Lastly, I have made friends for a lifetime. I will always cherish my memories at Daiichi.h

-Violetta Kokolus

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gI feel that I have grown more independent and I have gained more confidence in myself. To all the Staff, I send you my greatest appreciation. Because of you, I have had one of my most memorable life experiences.h

-Mary Dayton

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gNot one day has gone by where I donft remember some aspect of my time at Daiichi. It has opened my mind to the many possibilities that are out there. I feel very privileged to have been a part of the program.h

-Katie Newman

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gGoing to Fukuoka made me realize how much there is to experience in this world of ours. TIS positively changed me.h

-Jana DeNisi

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gI made friends from all over the World.h

-Joseph Baker

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gI have gained an appreciation of the complexity of the world outside of my home town.h

-Sam Giffrey

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gI feel that the Tsuzuki program provided a means for me to mature and grow up socially, and to experience a foreign culture first-hand.h

-Andy Scott

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gI think far and above the language and cultural benefits, I have come out of the program knowing more about myself and others.h

-Christopher Grant

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gMost importantly, I have learned to seek out challenges and to strive to do the best that I can.h

-Alex Ince-Cushman

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gI recall the scene of us in the Airport crying, taking our last photo together, embracing each other so tightly and not wanting to separate. All of us were so emotional because we enjoyed the program so much that we didnft want it to end.h

-Jamie Fung

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gIfve become more out going in trying new things.h

-Angela Stonestreet

gI hope that your program continues on and benefits more people around the world.h

-Spencer Jay

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gThis program gave me the confidence to stand up for what I believe in.h

-Sandy Lin

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gSince my time in the program, I have noticed that I have a lot more self-esteem and a better work ethic. I am extremely grateful for everything this program has given me.h

-Luke Martin

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gWhat I remember most from my experience in Japan is the bonding and closeness of everyone in the dorm. Not to say we got along all the time, but we were like family and stuck together having a great time learning new things everyday.h

-Sophie Price

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gIt was a wonderful time of learning, and I will always have fond memories of Fukuoka.h

-Fiona Edwards

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gI loved my time on Homestay. I now have a passion for Japan and languages that I never really had before, and I plan on following them.h

-James Williamson

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gLearning Japanese and the Culture has given me a whole new world of communication, self confidence, and goals for the future.h

-Belinda Dick

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gIfve learned to interact with people from all different ethnic and cultural backgrounds.h

-Kenyon Wallace

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gMy year in Japan has been the most memorable, enjoyable , and fulfilling year of my life.h

-Tracy Maree Young

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gIt was quite and unforgettable experience.h

-Julia Crockett

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gThe program enabled me to zoom out and to view my position in the world from a different perspective. It has given me stacks of new friends and new ideas.h

-Kirsty Burn