I saw this fence on the Macalester College campus in St. Paul. The sign identified one of the Asian language houses.
The Japan House is the center of Japan-related activities for the Macalester community. During the 2015-16 academic year, the Japan House is home to the visiting native speaker Izumi Koyama and five Macalester students interested in improving their Japanese language skills and committed to a communal life with a focus on Japanese food, language, and culture. Residents plan Japan-related activities, such as movie nights and cooking parties, and invite community members to participate. Preference is given to students preparing for or returning from study away. The department reserves the right to select from the applicant pool. Students not involved in study away activities must stay in the Japan House for the academic year. (Credit: Check here for more information on Asian language houses at Mac)
I think we would all benefit from learning more about other cultures.
ReplyDeleteHello, great fence shot. The Japan House sounds like a great addition to the campus and community. Happy Thursday, enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteneat. i like the fence, too. thanks, kate.
ReplyDeleteWonderful post and great fence shot!
ReplyDeleteWishing you peace in each day ~ ^_^
There are aspects of the Japanese culture that I like very much Kate, some not so much like when it comes to the killing of whales.. such a difficult language to learn, you almost have to be an artist :)
ReplyDeleteこんにちは or Hello! I just looked it up on Google Translate.
ReplyDeleteI do like the fence!
ReplyDeleteSounds interesting! I like the fence.
ReplyDeleteNice fence. I wonder what the house is like. It would be fun to visit one would think.
ReplyDeleteProbably healthier living than the fraternities of my day.
ReplyDeleteHaiku!
Gesundheit.