Students receive financial aid through JASSO scholarship
The Japanese Student Services Organization (JASSO) offers scholarships to qualified international students who take part in an international short-term study. Nathan Donohue from UPEI, and Naoko Suzuki from the University of Tsukuba in Japan were two of this year's grateful recipients.
The JASSO scholarship offers both students approximately $8,500 Canadian for a 10-month stay abroad. Donohue departed for his stay in Japan in late June, while Suzuki arrived in Prince Edward Island in late August.
'I feel really grateful and excited to be a recipient of the JASSO scholarship this year,' said Donohue. 'I am extremely honoured and privileged to be chosen to receive this scholarship, and I plan on using it to experience as much as I can while in Japan. I would like to thank Professor Toru Yamada from the University of Tsukuba who nominated me for the scholarship. This scholarship allows me to experience more than would otherwise be possible.'
Donohue plans to enjoy the local foods in Japan, participate in as many sporting events as possible, including judo and rugby, and immerse himself in the Japanese culture.
Suzuki shares similar gratitude. 'I am very happy to receive this scholarship. It is a big support and will help me while studying at UPEI and living on the Island,' she said. 'Not only do I wish to concentrate on my own studies, I hope to play an integral part in making positive connections for future exchange students (of Tsukuba and UPEI).'
Receiving this generous JASSO scholarship is an amazing opportunity for both of these students,' said UPEI's International Partnerships Coordinator Sherilyn Acorn-LeClair. 'It is a prestigious award that provides opportunities that they may not otherwise have. We are thrilled to have Naoko on our UPEI campus and we look forward to hearing all about Nathan's adventures at the University of Tsukuba upon his return.'
UPEI and the University of Tsukuba have had an international exchange agreement in effect since the Fall of 2013. It will remain in effect for an initial five-year period. Students interested in learning more about this partnership and the opportunities available are asked to contact Sherilyn at (902) 894-2837 or sdacorn@upei.ca.
Naoko Suzuki, University of Tsukuba
