On October 7, 2024, a post-orientation for was held for 16 students who participated in this past summer’s overseas programs in Brazil and the United States. The orientation connected the Okayama Imabari campuses via Google Meet.
The programs took place at universities and institutions with which OUS has partnerships. In Brazil, students visited a large animal facility and university-affiliated hospitals, while students in the U.S. took English classes and interacted with local students, among other activities. The orientation provided a chance for students to reflect on their experiences and consider how to apply what they learned moving forward.
Students gave presentations about what they learned and experienced backed up with visual aids such as photos. They reflected on the challenges and accomplishments they faced, sharing their personal growth with their peers, faculty, and staff members.
A student who went to Brazil said, “Brazil was much farther away than I expected, and I was exhausted when I arrived. But the entire program was full of new experiences. Seeing how a large animal facility is managed was especially memorable.”
Meanwhile, another student who participated in the U.S. program shared, “In the U.S., it’s crucial to clearly express what you want to do. If you don’t, you might end up doing nothing. I really felt the differences in communication between cultures.”
Many students expressed a stronger desire to engage in more global activities after the program, and their continued growth is highly anticipated. The Global Center at Okayama University of Science will continue offering various international programs to help students broaden their global perspectives and engage with people and cultures across the world.
On October 7, 2024, a post-orientation for was held for 16 students who participated in this past summer’s overseas programs in Brazil and the United States. The orientation connected the Okayama Imabari campuses via Google Meet.
The programs took place at universities and institutions with which OUS has partnerships. In Brazil, students visited a large animal facility and university-affiliated hospitals, while students in the U.S. took English classes and interacted with local students, among other activities. The orientation provided a chance for students to reflect on their experiences and consider how to apply what they learned moving forward.
Students gave presentations about what they learned and experienced backed up with visual aids such as photos. They reflected on the challenges and accomplishments they faced, sharing their personal growth with their peers, faculty, and staff members.
A student who went to Brazil said, “Brazil was much farther away than I expected, and I was exhausted when I arrived. But the entire program was full of new experiences. Seeing how a large animal facility is managed was especially memorable.”
Meanwhile, another student who participated in the U.S. program shared, “In the U.S., it’s crucial to clearly express what you want to do. If you don’t, you might end up doing nothing. I really felt the differences in communication between cultures.”
Many students expressed a stronger desire to engage in more global activities after the program, and their continued growth is highly anticipated. The Global Center at Okayama University of Science will continue offering various international programs to help students broaden their global perspectives and engage with people and cultures across the world.