2015 Student Spotlight

Karin Okuda

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Karin Okuda, right, speaking at the CIF Conference

Through the CIF project, Karin stated that she was able to develop confidence in areas where she had previously been lacking. She strengthened her passion for peace and security, while enhancing her knowledge of intercultural communication.

 

Carlo Govantes

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Carlo’s interest in peace and security grew by leaps and bounds during his participation in CIF. The conference introduced him head on to the dangers of nuclear weapons and their role in politics.

 

Laura Colosky

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Shaden Beltran (left) and Laura Colosky (right) at the 2015 CIF

A moment Laura will forever take to heart was when the students listened to and spoke with a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor. Laura really felt that she was meant to hear her story so that she could learn from her.

 

Shaden Beltran

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Shaden Beltran (left) and Laura Colosky (right) at the 2015 CIF

While attending the conference, Shaden witnessed the passion of young people across cultures, and established lifelong friendships. She now believes that the youth today have a strong influence in world problems. 

 

Shizuka Kuramitsu

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Shizuka Kuramitsu with MIIS Alumna Sarah Bidgood, Dr. Lassina Zerbo – the executive secretary of the CTBTO and other young participants

I was able to gain knowledge about nuclear issues from not only the viewpoint of Hiroshima. Secondly, I was able to see the dedication of those who are working on this issue directly. Finally, I was able to think whether I could devote myself to this issue seriously.