How education changed a life, from Zambia to Japan
Expanding horizons through education “Education at UWC ISAK Japan opened up my world,” recalls Cararise (Zambia / Class of 2021). Now studying Economics and Political
Diversity
Finding a Way With Waste: Student Project Innovates by Upcycling
Written by Shota (Japan / Class of 2020) Each year, over 620,000 tons of food is wasted in Japan; enough to feed almost a million
New leaders poised to keep SNOW rolling
Written by Denzel (Class of 2019, Zimbabwe) As outlined in a previous blog post, SNOW is UWC ISAK Japan’s reformed Student Union. It stands for Seito NO Wa and
Winter Work Program
During winter break, many of our students use the time to travel or return home. This year a number of students made a different choice—stay
Campus Opens for Model UN Conference
Written by Poum (Class of 2020, Thailand) On January the 18th, 2019, we welcomed 13 students from different schools. We, as the Model United Nations
Kiryu Excursion
Written by Lucy (Class of 2020, Canada) “I knew we were lost!” Marah, my roommate from Libya, wails worriedly. I pat her shoulder consolingly, but
External Mentors Guide Leadership Projects
At Grade 11, all our students embark on human-centered, collaborative, and action-based leadership projects as part of the CAS component of the IB Diploma. All
Debating Perspectives At IIMUN
Written by Poum (Class of 2020, Thailand) On Friday, November 16th, we set foot on an adventure in Tokyo! A group of 7 students from
Grade 10 Project Week
Written by Izumi Tsurumi Ms. Tsurumi coordinates the Leadership program at UWC ISAK Japan. She also teaches IB Biology. Leadership is required in times of
