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Upcoming Lakeland Lecture to Focus on the Concept of Cuteness

Sep. 11, 2024

Author Joshua Paul Dale will delve into the culture of kawaii in Japan Read More...

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Lakeland Legend Dr. Martin Ulrich Visits LUJ

Sep. 1, 2024

Dr. Ulrich was a part of the first group of LUJ faculty in 1991 Read More...

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Lakeland University Japan Partners with Sumida Ward to Host English Camp for Middle School Students

Jul. 26, 2024

LUJ VP Anderson Passos and Sumida Mayor Toru Yamamoto signed the MOU. Read More...

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EAP Instructor Summer Wheeler Shines at LUJ

Jul. 14, 2024

LUJ Student Fu Hirokawa Profiles the Director of the Learning Center Read More...

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July Lakeland Lecture Devoted to Northeast Asian Geopolitics

Jul. 8, 2024

Philip Turner was New Zealand's ambassador to Korea from 2018 to 2023. Read More...

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[UPCOMING] July Open Campus Event on the 21st (Sun.)

Jul. 4, 2024

Come and check out what we're about. Read More...

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LUJ Students Head Out to Nukisaki Shrine and Tomioka Silk Mill for Field Trip

Jul. 3, 2024

The trip was a part of LUJ's Environmental History of Japan course Read More...

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LUJ Humanities Professor Invited to Write Foreword for Major Publication

Jun. 20, 2024

LUJ alumna Kozue Sasamoto also worked on the book's translation. Read More...

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June's Lakeland Lecture Centered on Global Peace Education

Jun. 10, 2024

Birgit Stifter, director of Friedensdorf International, will join us. Read More...

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LUJ Holds Successful 10th Annual Conference for Global Higher Education

Jun. 7, 2024

The one-day conference was held at our campus building in Ryogoku Read More...

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New Lakeland Lecture Covers the Field of Astrophotography

May. 16, 2024

Learn all about it from Dr. Paul Cizdziel, an expert in his field. Read More...

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LUJ Celebrates Spring 2024 Graduates

Apr. 10, 2024

A new chapter begins for our newest LUJ alumni... Read More...

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Virginia Wesleyan University Showcases Art Student Talent

Apr. 3, 2024

Check out the artwork by students at VWU, LUJ's Sister School. Read More...

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Spring Term Classes Conclude For LUJ Students

Mar. 31, 2024

Presentations. Field Trips. An Okeiko. See what students were up to. Read More...

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Lakeland University Awarded Peace Prize

Mar. 27, 2024

The award honors the life of peace activist Ceil De Prey. Read More...

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LUJ Students Travel Outside the Classroom for Environmental Science

Mar. 24, 2024

The course is taught by Dr. Douglas Murray, LUJ's Biology Professor. Read More...

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LUJ Professor Edgar Peláez Remembers Dragon Ball Creator Akira Toriyama

Mar. 22, 2024

Dr. Peláez teaches a Manga & Anime course at LUJ. Read More...

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Five Questions with Yuko Takamatsu, Head of LUJ Student Affairs

Mar. 15, 2024

Learn all about Yuko. Cat lovers are more than welcome. Read More...

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LUJ Trivia Night a Big Hit With Students

Mar. 13, 2024

The competition was fierce. Check out photos of the event. Read More...

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VWU Global Dean Dr. Deirdre Gonsalves-Jackson to Teach Urban Ecology at LUJ

Mar. 10, 2024

Starting in July 2024. Learn more about the course here. Read More...

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LUJ Students Enjoy a Field Trip to Asakusa

Mar. 6, 2024

Check out a few photos of this historic location close to LUJ. Read More...

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LUJ Alumni Excel at a Prestigious Tokyo Hotel

Mar. 4, 2024

Read about the success of 3 LUJ Alumni Read More...

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Want to Study Abroad Here? Try API

Mar. 3, 2024

Academic Programs International (API) is our study abroad partner. Read More...

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[UPCOMING] Lakeland Lecture to Focus on Japanese Horror Films

Feb. 28, 2024

Come join us on March 14, our guest speaker scholar Lindsay Nelson Read More...

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The Serendipitous Life of Dr. Alan Brender

Feb. 24, 2024

LUJ's Emeritus Dean shares moments from his incredible life. Read More...

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A Big Turnout For Our Open Campus in February

Feb. 22, 2024

Interested in checking out LUJ? Our next Open Campus is March 17. Read More...

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[UPCOMING] Lakeland Lectures Presents: Christopher Kavanagh

Feb. 13, 2024

His free talk will be on Feb. 22, at 7pm, here at LUJ. Read More...

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LUJ Relaunches Open College Classes

Feb. 11, 2024

Come and attend a free business class on Feb. 15, 7pm. Read More...

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A Rich Tradition in a Real Teahouse

Feb. 9, 2024

The trip was a part of LUJ's class Chanoyu: The Way of Tea. Read More...

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Author Kai Sawyer Shows LUJ a Sustainable Approach to Living

Feb. 5, 2024

Mr. Sawyer's talk was a part of LUJ's ongoing Lakeland Lecture series. Read More...

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LUJ to Offer New B.A. Degree in Communication

Feb. 5, 2024

Starting Fall 2024...check out a select list of classes offered Read More...

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A Complete List of Lakeland Lectures

Feb. 4, 2024

16 years. 136 lectures and counting. Need we say more? Read More...

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LUJ Students Visit the Setagaya Boro-ichi Festival

Jan. 22, 2024

It was cold, but worth the trip. Check out the photos. Read More...

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EAP Faculty Spotlight: Summer Wheeler - Director of the Learning Center

Jan. 17, 2024

Learn more about Ms. Wheeler and the LUJ Learning Center Read More...

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The Lakeland Lecture Series Presents: Kai Sawyer

Jan. 13, 2024

Free lecture. Come to LUJ's 6th floor Muskie Hall. Jan. 25, 7pm. Read More...

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LUJ Now Accepts the EIKEN Pre-1 Exam

Jan. 11, 2024

Score must be within two years from the time you apply. Read More...

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LUJ Students Visit Showa Kinen Park in Tokyo

Dec. 29, 2023

A field trip in Dr. Tompkins's Environmental History of Japan class... Read More...

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LUJ Holds Winter Commencement Ceremony for Class of 2023

Dec. 8, 2023

Congratulations to all the graduates, who now become LUJ Alumni. Read More...

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LUJ Alumni Spotlight: Ryoji Kodera - From Top Rugby Player to Entrepreneur

Dec. 6, 2023

Learn all about Ryoji's journey after graduating from LUJ in 2005 Read More...

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LUJ x BGU 2nd Annual Presentation Contest Results

Nov. 29, 2023

Ten university students presented on the topic: "The World Is..." Read More...

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ICAN and Peace Boat Member Akira Kawasaki Wants Nuclear Weapons to be Abolished

Nov. 13, 2023

Kawasaki's Lakeland Lecture was sponsored by LUJ and Bunkyo Gakuin Read More...

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Embassy of Mexico in Japan Representative Emmanuel Trinidad Hernández Speaks at LUJ

Nov. 10, 2023

Mr. Trinidad Hernández talked to students about Dia De Muertos... Read More...

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LUJ Alumni Enjoy a Night Out

Nov. 7, 2023

Up for our Christmas event? Contact Bill Kurata. Read More...

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The Lakeland Lecture Series Presents: Akira Kawasaki

Oct. 27, 2023

In partnership with Bunkyo Gakuin University. Nov. 8. Read More...

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LUJ’s 10th Annual Conference on Global Higher Education: Call for Papers

Oct. 24, 2023

A chance to present your research at an academic conference in Japan. Read More...

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EAP Faculty Spotlight: Mr. Valdorian Cline

Oct. 18, 2023

Read all about his love of teaching and music. Read More...

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LUJ Students Enjoy Field Trip to Kamakura

Oct. 12, 2023

Oh yes, there are photos, and plenty of Japanese history... Read More...

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LUJ Student Mara Peppmüller Reports on Challenging Conditions in Cambodia

Oct. 10, 2023

As you'll see, it's a difficult world for children in Battambang... Read More...

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Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Esteban Mino, LUJ Professor of Mathematics

Oct. 4, 2023

Try not to fear math...embrace it instead. Read More...

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Chanoyu Club Takes Field Trip to Yushima Tenmangu

Oct. 3, 2023

The class, Chanoyu: The Way of Tea, will be offered in Spring 2024 Read More...

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The Lakeland Lecture Series Presents: Simon Cosgrove and ‘Kimigayo’

Sep. 27, 2023

How much do you know about Japan's national anthem? Read More...

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Muskie Connect and Showcase on November 4

Sep. 27, 2023

Calling all LUJ, LCJ LUW alumni for a special event. Read More...

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Changes to Mask Wearing Policy

Mar. 13, 2023

https://luj.lakeland.edu/covid-19 Read More...

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