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Pam, Ann, Kirsten, Alexis (and an unseen Carleen in the photos) represented alumni from the JET Program at the CUNY International Opportunities Fair on March 5th.

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The Global MBA at Doshisha Business School, Kyoto, is a young, growing, high-quality and globally orientated program that builds upon the existing and highly regarded Japanese language MBAs. We welcome applications from highly motivated individuals seeking to develop internationally orientated careers in the global economy. As a former JET myself I consider the GMBA an excellent option for those looking to gain an MBA and to develop careers in international business and management. The Global MBA will equip you will the knowledge, skills, network and intellectual framework expected and required of twenty-first century global businesspeople. Our first JET alumnus will be joining us as a GMBA student in September and we look forward to further applications from JETs.

Find out more

If you are interested in finding out more about our program I strongly recommend that you visit our webpage, http://gmba.doshisha.ac.jp/ , where you can find more details about course content and structure, video interviews with faculty and students, online business seminars and much more.

Provisional applications

We welcome provisional applications from potential candidates as an initial step towards the formal application process. Simply submit your CV/resume and a personal statement outlining your motivation for applying to the Global MBA by email at your earliest convenience. These documents will be reviewed by faculty members who will pass on their comments within a week. This is an opportunity for potential candidates to confirm their eligibility and suitability for the program. There is no cost for this provisional application.

Funding opportunities

I should also like to draw your attention to the generous funding opportunities that we are offering for 2010 entry including two full MEXT scholarships (full fee waiver, monthly stipend and return flights) and a range of monthly stipends. Full details can be found on our webpage but please be aware that only applications received by the March 31^st deadline can be considered for this funding.

Visit us

If you are in or near Kyoto, why not call in and see us? We are delighted to meet with applicants and to show them around our facilities. During normal teaching periods we are also more than happy to introduce you to current students and faculty. Please contact the office directly should you wish to arrange a visit.

Any questions?

Feel free to contact us at anytime should you have any questions or queries related to the course and the applications process.

Finally

As a JET alumnus I can fully appreciate what it means to be contemplating the end of your time on the program and what your next step will be.  The Global MBA offers an excellent bridge to your future career and will equip you will the knowledge, skills, network and intellectual framework expected and required of twenty-first century global businesspeople. I look forward to receiving your application.
With best wishes,

Dr. A. Staples
Global MBA
Doshisha Business School
astaples@mail.doshisha.ac.jp

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The School Caravan Program, sponsored by the Japan Information Center of the Consulate General of Japan in New York provides speakers on all aspects of Japan to elementary, junior high and high school students. The goal of the program is to increase students’ knowledge of and interest in Japan. We are looking for former JET participants to assist us in our effort to present Japanese culture to students of all ages and background, drawing upon the experiences in Japan. This would be a volunteer (unpaid) position. The school visits take place in the daytime and presentations are made at schools within our jurisdiction. Transportations will be provided by the Consulate.

If you are interested in volunteering the School Caravan Program, please contact Noriko Furuhata at jet@ny.cgj.org of the Consulate General of Japan in New York.

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When: March 28th, 1pm
Where: Ocean Jewel Seafood Restaurant (133-30 39th Ave., Flushing, NY 11354)
Subway- #7 Train to Main St.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Amber at secretary@jetaany.org by Friday, March 26th

Let’s do brunch, Chinese style! Dimsum are delicious Chinese hors d’oeuvres usually eaten for brunch and Flushing has some of the best in the country (some even say it’s even better than Chinatown). If you’ve never been, it is definitely a quintessential cultural experience as servers wheel around carts full of these tasty delights. Dimsum come in many varieties: from steamed to deep fried, seafood to vegetable and just about everything in between. There’s definitely something for everyone and even some interesting combinations for those adventurous gastronomes.

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When: Saturday, April 24th from 3:00 – 4:30 pm
Where: Kinokuniya Bookstore (1073 Avenue of the Americas, New York)
Cost: $15 (includes workshop fee and all materials)
Payment deadline: April 17, 2010

Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding (Oru meaning “folding” and kami meaning “paper”).The goal of this art is to create a representation of an object using geometric folds and crease patterns preferably without gluing or cutting the paper, and using only one piece of paper. In modular origami, several identical units are combined to form a figure. This event will introduce the art of making origami animals and other special origami techniques.

To reserve your spot, please click on the paypal button below. If you have any questions contact JETaaNY@mieinc.net

This event is produced by MIE Inc.

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When: Tuesday, April 20th from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Where: Decibel Sake Bar (240 East 9th Street, New York)
Cost: $35 (Limited to 30 people)
Payment deadline: April 18, 2010

Get as close to Japan as you can get without stepping on a plane. You’ll have a chance to taste your favorite savory Japanese pancake and those oh-so-delicious Japanese octopus dumpling balls from Decibel, one of New York’s favorite Japanese hotspots. Also Sake Discoveries will serve you samples of some of Japan’s best sake from Hakkaisan Brewery which uses only highly polished, locally-produced sake rice from Niigata Prefecture which is known for producing high quality rice and water. The “Hakkaisan” series has a lot of loyal fans in Japan as this sake is a clear, crisp and refined honjozo. You’ll be served three types of sake for tasting, Hakkaisan’s Ginjo, Tokubetsu Junmai, and Honjozo (warm). Also, Ms. Kumiko Kurosawa, Hakkaisan’s representative will show up as a guest.

To reserve your spot, please click on the paypal button below. If you have any questions contact JETaaNY@mieinc.net.

This event is produced by MIE Inc.

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When: Saturday, April 10th from 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Where: PMT Studio (69 West 14th Street, New York)
Cost: $20 (10 person minimum for the workshop)
Payment deadline: April 3, 2010

Taiko has developed into a wide range of percussion instruments that are used in both Japanese folk and classical musical traditions. Cobu, a professional taiko drumming group, will perform their critically acclaimed pieces and then participants will have a chance to learn from these rhythmic masters.

Cobu was created as a Live Rhythm Performing Arts Group in 2000, and combines elements of Japanese traditional taiko drumming with rhythmic tap dancing. The extremely positive impact of the performance has received rave reviews from The New York Times. For more information about Cobu, click here

To reserve your spot, please click on the paypal button below. If you have any questions contact JETaaNY@mieinc.net.

This event is produced by MIE Inc.

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When: Thursday, March 11th, 6:30pm
Where: Amber Restaurant (432 6th Ave, between 9th and 10th Streets)
Subway-A,B,C,D,E,F,V @ West 4 Station
#1 Train @ Christopher Street Station
Cost: $10 (Includes 2 drink tickets and passed hors d’oeuvres.
Hors d’oeuvres include Thai, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine)

JETAANY invites you to its Annual Meishi Exchange.

Join us at our largest social networking event of the year. This is the opportunity to mix and mingle with JET alumni and other organizations in the area. This is an open invitation event. Please feel free to pass along to friends and co-workers. No RSVP necessary.

Questions regarding this event please contact Monica Yuki vicepres@jetaany.org