Japan Society of Boston Gakuensai
October 11, 2024 at 7:00:00 PM
Location:
The Foundry: Red Room
101 Rogers St
Cambridge, MA 02142
About the Event:
Gakuensai can be translated to “campus festival.” In Japan, between October and November, many universities showcase their various extra-curricular activities and school programs in a public festival, primarily organized by student committees.
The Japan Society of Boston Gakuensai is a festival where students from various colleges in the greater Boston area will present their schools’ Japanese courses, clubs, events, study abroad programs, and any other resources for those studying or interested in studying Japanese.
Along with highlighting each college’s great offerings, it will be a chance for students to network with like-minded peers who may not normally have the chance to interact between different colleges.
In addition to universities, relevant organizations will also have booths to offer free resources for students interested in Japan such as career advice, travel support, and more.
Make sure to stop by the JSB booth where we'll be offering event information/help, raffle prizes, student membership information, and a Japanese book fundraising sale/giveaway. To embrace the spirit of gakuensai, we will also make it a fun event with cultural performances to celebrate our shared appreciation for Japan!
What to expect:
- local colleges representing Japan-related courses/clubs/events/study abroad programs/resources
- free networking opportunities
- relevant organization booths
- Japanese book fundraising sale/giveaway
- fun cultural performances
- raffle prizes and small giveaway items
Event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required. Students of all ages are welcome to attend! Feel free to drop by, no need to stay for the entire duration.
This event is sponsored by Temple University Japan Campus.
Participating Organizations (running list):
Temple University Japan Campus
Consulate General of Japan in Boston
New England JET Alumni Association
If your organization is interested in participating as a booth, please email joanneha@japansocietyboston.org for more information. We are no longer accepting new organization applications.
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