Even outside the classroom, I have had opportunities to participate in international networking events, language exchange sessions, and cultural activities that further enrich my experience. Events such as I-Night bring together IMBA and evening MBA students in a relaxed atmosphere, helping students bond across programs.In addition, WBS offers a wide range of student clubs covering academics, hobbies, and cultural communities. Through these activities, I have been able to explore Japanese culture, meet new friends, and enjoy a more well-rounded student life.WBS has created an environment where students from different countries can learn from one another and grow together. I am grateful to be part of such a vibrant and globally minded community.My first trip to Japan nearly ten years ago only deepened my desire to study and live abroad. That dream came true when I had the opportunity to continue my education at WBS. Coming from a major U.S. city, I thought I was familiar with international communities—but Japan is truly something special.This international exchange with WBS, in the biggest city in the world, allowed me to meet incredible people and immerse myself in rich cultural experiences. From fierce debates in WBS classes to hiking Mt. Fuji together and strolling through Tokyo in beautiful yukatas, my peers and I have become lifelong friends. I hadn’t realized how much I had been living in a bubble until I began learning alongside such a diverse group of international students, each with unique perspectives and life stories.Living—not just experiencing—a different culture firsthand, while interacting with both locals and fellow foreigners, helped me grow immensely, both personally and professionally. I now feel more confident and comfortable with myself, and my worldview has expanded in ways I never expected.I have absolutely no regrets about taking the leap to move to a foreign country alone to study a new subject. It has been the best experience of my life so far.WBS does not close the door to learning because of disabilities, and provides opportunities for those who are willing to learn.In the lectures, we were able to express our opinions and participate in discussions just like other students thanks to the care taken to guarantee information, such as the dispatch of sign language interpreters and transcribers and the use of voice recognition applications.WBS provides an environment where everyone, regardless of disability, can learn equally, speak independently, and grow.Before I came to the Waseda, I always wanted to come to Japan to establish my second life here; I had studied Japanese and had a JLPT N1 certificate already. But even so, I was a little bit concerned about how much I could adapt to the Japanese culture and school environment, especially during the COVID-19 period.However, it turned out that I did not have to worry about it at all. Waseda is one of the most internationalized higher education institutions in Japan; there are many international students from a variety of countries with different cultural backgrounds.You can encounter many opportunities to mingle with Japanese students from other Japanese-oriented MBA programs. You can communicate with them in Zemi (where you can make your life-long friends) and even in lectures conducted in Japanese to hone your Japanese skills further. Thus, if you consider WBS a candidate school for your next educational journey, I highly recommend the school to those who want to study in Japan because the school can truly embrace the international environments while it provides many different opportunities for you to grown even after graduation. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at WBS21My Experience Studying in Japan with WBSI am hearing impairedInternational Experiences at WBS
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