Although I originally wanted to become a historian, I decided to enter GSAPS because in order to set my own vision of my life, I wanted to learn and think about "Japan and Asia" from diverse angles, not only about the past but also about its present and future. My "experiences" at the school, not just in acquiring knowledge but through the discussions I had with people of various nationalities, races, ages, and backgrounds and in fieldwork, help me greatly in my present job as an administrative official, negotiating with specialists at different ministries and drafting policies on a realistic basis. Every day is a constant struggle, and my aim is to become a part of shaping the future of Japan and Asia through my work, and to realize the dream I had since I was a student at GSAPS.

MA Program 2000
Suga Shoichi

Many different languages spoken in the corridors, classes rich in content, studying one's area of interest in a truly international environment.... I find that I have acquired the perspective to make observations and analyses from many angles from my specialization and the study of international relations. International Relations is a broad field, but if you have an awareness for issues, you will be able to develop your ability to analyze from many aspects. This "ability" is extremely helpful in the project to support developing countries, which I am involved in at the present, as I endeavor to seek a path for the future. The knowledge and experiences I have gained through the International Relations major have given me confidence to realize my dream to play an active role in international society.

MA Program 2002
Khun Thu rein

The unique and open graduate school that is especially deigned for the study of Asia-Pacific region and has the bilingual system. It provides the ideal study environment for me, who has spent most of lifetime in the United States and Thailand. Because the students from some 30 countries and regions are here, class discussions are very active and detailed. What I am interested now is the "study of Asia-Pacific region from the perspective of Asia"-learning diverse perspective by communicating with students from different backgrounds, that is the way of study provided at GSAPS. My life at GSAPS is the most exciting and treasury experience in my whole life.

MA Program 2000
Yamada Miki