Our Stories

Our Stories

Mountain covered in buildings in France
Aug 13, 2019 1 Min Read

Sandrine Sim茅on

Assistant Dean of Global Citizenship, Associate Professor of French Language and Culture, Director of the Language and Culture Program

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

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A photo of Zachary in Kiyomizu-dera
Aug 12, 2019 1 Min Read

Michael Schaefer

PBRC Postdoctoral Fellow 2019-20

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

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Buildings on either side of a river in Nanjing, China
Aug 12, 2019 1 Min Read

Xiaoxing Liu

Professor of Chinese Language and Culture

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

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Daisaku Ikeda looks at large photo of the plans for the SUA Aliso Viejo campus
Aug 10, 2019 7 Min Read

Founder's Message - 15th Commencement Ceremony

Aliso Viejo, California | May 24, 2019

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

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Image of Jamie Haynes.
Aug 8, 2019 1 Min Read

Jamie Haynes

Class of 2016 | Austin, Texas

91探花视频 has been a tremendous support both financially and emotionally.

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Image of Stephanie Samaniego.
Aug 8, 2019 1 Min Read

Stephanie Samaniego

Class of 2016 | Dallas, Texas

Soka鈥檚 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.

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Image of Alankrita Chhikara.
Aug 8, 2019 1 Min Read

Alankrita Chhikara

Class of 2016 | New Delhi, India

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

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Siri Eimviriyapong with borders
Aug 8, 2019 1 Min Read

Benyasiri (Siri) Eimviriyapong

Class of 2021 | Bangkok, Thailand

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.

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Panoramic view of scenery in Japan
Aug 8, 2019 5 Min Read

Yumiko Kuki at 91探花视频 of Japan

Study Abroad Experience

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

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