Our Stories

"The language classroom is an inspiring locus where I share the elegance and the relevance of French studies with my students."

I look forward to involving interested students in ongoing research projects and being available to advise and mentor student-led projects and activities.

When students are effectively motivated, they can really enjoy the learning process.

This day marks the time in which you — members of the Class of 2019 — take wing as youthful leaders of global citizenry who will contribute to the peace and happiness of humankind.

Soka University has been a tremendous support both financially and emotionally.

Soka’s small class sizes were intimidating at the start but . . . I have been able to transform my shy and timid personality into a confident and outspoken young woman.

Encountering exceptionally talented, experienced, and diverse peers was the highlight of my graduate life.

Soka allows me to be immersed in different cultures . . . and provides me with a safe space to have dialogue with those individuals to understand their world a little bit more.

I got to create incredible memories, travel across six different regions in Japan, and make lifelong friendships with people from all over the world.

"After all, I did fall in love with France, but I also fell in love with other countries and cultures, including my own."