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Study at KNCT |
Kuniko Kaio Every April, international students come to Kure National College of Technology not only full of expectations, but also full of anxieties related to their new lives and studies in an unknown place. It is with much happiness that Satooyakai, the Support Families Association for International Students that was established 12 years ago, meet them. The 12 member families living in Kure want to alleviate the students’ concerns, and support them so that they can fully enjoy their three years here at school. A welcome party is followed by various annual events: a tea ceremony party, a Japanese-style somen noodle eating party, a sports event, cooking and sale of foods from their countries at the College Festival, a bus tour, a New Year party, and a graduation party. Through these events, we hope that they start to understand a little about Japanese culture and society. However, we realize that we learn more from them than they do from us. We are impressed with their sincere attitude toward studying, their simple thoughtfulness, and the respect they show to others. It is also a great chance for us to feel closer to their countries, which, of course, are far away. Growing families who can share the same joy experience something priceless.
Welcome Party 2009 |
