English Forum Staff 2016 Fall · 2016-11-01 · Terrorism and Media ... day and at the same time...

Returning Staff List

先輩スタッフリスト

English Forum Staff 2016 Fall

Returning Staff List

Brad Fede Gloria Hiroyuki

Junior Laurel Takumi Tushi

Australia Italy Austria Japan

Brazil Singapore Japan India

New Staff List

新入スタッフリスト

Juhi Koichi Laurence Linus

India Japan Canada Philippines

England Ghana India Russia

Michael Priscilla Rimsha Sasha

Somya

India

Alex Chabs Connor Elijah

Estela Ho Yi Jack James

America Philippines America America

Brazil Malaysia America America

２０１６年５月６日より EF がレベル別になりました！

自分のレベルにより合ったセッションを受けられるよう、各テーブルがレベル別になりました！これで、自分の

レベルに合った人達とセッションに参加できます！スケジュールにあるスタッフの名前の色は下記のレベルの

表と一緒です。（緑＝レベル１、黄＝レベル２、赤＝レベル３）

※ポータルサイトでの予約に関して※

ポータルサイトで予約をする時、スタッフの名前の横にある数字がレベルを表します。予約の際はよく確認して

ください！（例：Jeric2=Jeric レベル２のセッション）

Session Schedule

スケジュール

Country: Italy

Staff Since: 2015 Fall

Faculty: Bioinformatics

(Graduate School of Engineering)

What's up people! My name is Federico, but you can call me Fede. I'm from Florence, Italy!

In the free time I play soccer, but my true passion is science! I'm a science lover! We will talk about a wide

range of topics in a conducive and easy atmosphere. So let's have fun together while improving our English!

See you soon in WLC guys!

Fede

Staff Profile スタッフ・プロフィール

Topic samples: Consumerism

Value Creation

Education

Scientific Development

Brad

Country: Australia

Staff Since: 2016 Spring

Home University: La Trobe University

Hello!! My name is Brad, and I'm from Australia! I love music, history, arts, culture and travel, just to name a

few things. In my spare time I enjoy singing in the shower, trying to ride the unicycle, and going on adventures

to get ice cream with my friends.

Topic samples: Does Television Benefit our Lives?

Creative Arts

Junior

Country: Brazil


Faculty: FILA

Hi everyone! My name is Junior and I am originally from Brazil, but I have lived in 5 countries so far, so I

consider myself to be a world citizen. I am a third-year student of FILA and my dream is to become a

university teacher. Please come to my session, I promise you will have some fun, will develop your English

skills, and active your critical thinking. I am waiting for you! Thank you...

Gloria

Country: Austria


Faculty: FILA

Hello everyone!

My name is Gloria and there are many things that I am interested in. Please come to my session to discuss

different topics - in English - and let´s have a wonderful time!

I will be waiting for you!

Topic samples: Vegetarianism

LGBT Rights

Hafus in Japan

Prejudice

Topic samples: Multiculturalism

Future of Marriage

Gender Roles

Mental Health in Japan

Hiroyuki

Country: Japan (Osaka)


Faculty: Education

HI, I'm Hiro!! I look forward to meeting you all. Let's enjoy it!!

Topic samples: Is Convenience Always Good?

Background of Consuming Meat

Immigration and its effects

Laurel

Country: Singapore


Faculty: FILA

Hello Everyone!! I am Laurel from Singapore. I like to eat! It makes me especially happy when I can eat many

different kinds of food at the same time. :D Other than eating, I like to gain knowledge and new perspectives. I

believe my chance is coming as I am looking forward to discuss with each and every one of you about the

current issues or topics that we may discuss about in the English forum. :) Really looking forward to meeting

all of you!

Topic samples: How does technology affect children’s growth?

Stress is the Number One Killer

Non-Conventional Forms of Animal Abuse

Takumi

Country: Japan (Chiba)


Faculty: FILA

Hi! I'm Takumi (Chopin). I'm a first batch of FILA student. If you want to enjoy speaking English or discuss about

some topics deeply, please come to my session.

Topic samples:

English as the Common Language

Soka University

Global Citizens vs. Global Leaders

Nationalities

Tushita

Country: India


Faculty: Letters

Hey!! I am currently a student of The Department of Letters. I have learnt Japanese for a few years and want

to learn many more languages. I love interacting with people so I hope that I can help you with your English

skills. Let's have fun by learning from each other!!

Topic samples: Terrorism and Media

Multicultural Society

Child Labor

Personality in Society

Alex

Country: America


Home University: Soka University of America

Hello, my name is Alex, I'm a 21 year old from Rosamond, California. Originally from Tachikawa, I was raised in

a military base for most of my life. You'll often find me drawing or dancing to no music please feel free to

approach me and follow me on my Instagram at an_african_panda to see my drawings!

Topic samples: Complications of the Olympics

Movie Depictions

Connor

Country: America


Home University: Georgia State University

Hey I'm Connor! I'm an exchange student from the US, here to improve my Japanese. I'm studying in school to

become an English teacher, and I love having interesting discussions. Please join my session!!

Topic samples: Climate Change

Sexism in Japan

Chabs

Country: Philippines


Faculty: IBS Program

(Graduate School of Economics)

Hello, my name is Chabs. I am half-Japanese & half-Filipino who grew up in the Philippines. I lived my life

mostly there but the main language I use has been and will always be English. I enjoy learning new things every

day and at the same time sharing what I know as well. Let's learn together!

Topic samples: Connecting the world with technology

Success or Failure

Estela

Country: Brazil


Faculty: FILA

Hey guys! My name is Estela and I come from Brazil! Our mother language is Portuguese, so I know how challenging is

to learn a new language; but why not have fun while speaking English?! (: At Soka University, I study International

Liberal Arts; thus, I had the incredible opportunity to do my study abroad in London! I really want to share everything

that I have learned there, but I also want to learn with you guys! Please count on me to enhance our English speaking

skills together! See you later at the WLC!

Topic samples: Jobs

Environmental-social issues

Elijah

Country: America



(Graduate School of Econmics)

Hello, my name is Elijah Price from Sacramento, California. I am a graduate from Soka University of America

where I studied economics and ran track and field. I enjoy sports and reading.

I look forward to speaking English with you!

Topic samples: Technology

Animal Rights

Ho Yi

Country: Malaysia


Faculty: FILA

Hello everyone! I am Ho Yi from Malaysia. :) I grew up learning several languages and therefore, I understand

the challenges of learning a language! I'm mainly interested in education and social issues, but I also like a

variety of topics from history to psychology. I'm very happy to discuss many different types of topics with

you! Looking forward to see you in my session ^^

My dream is to work in International Relations, and to make a positive impact on the world.

Topic samples: Learning Foreign Languages

Attires and dress codes

James

Country: America


Home University: Soka University of America

Yo, I'm James from the USA! Nice to meet you! I was originally born in Taipei, Taiwan, but I moved to California when I was 2 years old ^^ I

recently discovered from my grandparents that I am a little bit Japanese lol After completing my study abroad here at Soka University of

Japan I will return to Soka University of America! I am currently learning how to make cocktails because I would like to become a

bartender someday in Japan. I like to talk about pretty much anything because I like to learn about everything. Let's talk soon! I'm looking

forward to meeting you! ^^

Topic samples: An Olympian Idea

Technology

Jack

Country: America


Faculty: TESOL

(Graduate School of International Language Education)

I am Jack from Washington D.C. I studied Psychology in undergrad and I'm very interested in Emotion,

Personality, and the study of Happiness. I make music and skateboard and I hang out by the river often.

Topic samples: Paying for Music

Aesthetics: Art and Context

Positive Psychology

Juhi

Country: India


Faculty: FILA

Hello, I’m Juhi from Mumbai! I love listening to music and dancing, playing with pets and eating pizza and

sushi :) One of my favorite holiday destinations is Byron Bay in Australia, where I like to sleep on the beach

and go kayaking. I hope to work in the United Nations some day and help create value and peace in the world! I

enjoy having interesting discussions, so if you want to think deeply and express yourself, come on over!

If you like engaging and thought provoking discussions, please come to my sessions!

Topic samples: Idols and Celebrities

Patriotism

Linus

Country: Philippines


Faculty: Non-degree Program

Hi, I'm Linus from the Philippines. I have studied different varying areas such as science, philosophy, literature and

business. I like talking about anything under the sun especially topics which challenges the NORMAL. When I'm not busy

with anything I enjoy cooking, playing computer games, reading and doing sports. Please come to my session if you

enjoy having your mind blown. :)

Topic samples: Poverty

Sustainable Development

Social Construct

Laurence

Country: Canada


Home University: Université de Montréal

Hi, I'm Laurence-Olivier from Québec, the French part of Canada. Although my native language is French, I realized at a young

age how practical it was in today's world to be able to speak English. I learned the language through many travels in America

and Europe. It feels good to know that I can now go almost anywhere in the world and be able to interact with almost anybody

through that wonderful tool that is the English language. My favorite subjects of discussion are geopolitics, science, philosophy

and tech. I love having deep talks about subjects that have a big impact on the way we live our life but I also like to have fun and

joke about anything!

Topic samples: Geopolitics

Robots and Artificial Intelligence

Koichi

Country: Japan


Faculty: Business Administration

Hi, I'm Koichi Manabe. My parents are both Japanese. I was born and have grown in Japan, so I'm completely

Japanese. Anyway, I really love music, singing, and dancing!! Let's talk about music a lot!! (Especially about my

Diva, Beyoncé) In the end, please come to my session and have a great time together*^^*

.

Topic samples: Power of Music

World Peace

LGBT

Priscilla

Country: Ghana


Home University: University of Ghana

I love listening to music, fashion, cooking and hanging out with friends when I get the chance to. I wish to become a lecturer

someday because I love talking about things I know and sharing my experiences with others.

I'm the first born of my parents and I have two cool brothers. I chose Soka because I want the opportunity to learn about the

Japanese culture in a more serene and hi-tech environment. I'm Afua, an African born somewhere in Ghana.

Topic samples: Success

Travelling

Social Media

Fashion

Rimsha

Country: India


Faculty: FILA

Hellloooo I'm Rimsha, I'm from India. I want to become a writer and Soka University is my fourth university overall. I like to

challenge myself so as to become a better version of myself. I tried learning a bit of Japanese in my first semester here and I

know learning a language can be tough but it's fun when you can start to communicate in that language. Let's have fun while

learning English :)

Topic samples: Cities of the World

Mental Health

Refugees

Things Happening in the World

Michael

Country: England


Home University: Manchester Metropolitan University

Konnichiwa! My name is Michael and I come from a small town in England called Halifax. I am a talkative friendly person (I think!)

so please don't be scared to come along to one of my sessions. I promise you won't regret it! You may have already seen me

around the campus so don't be shy to come and introduce yourself. Let's have some fun and enjoy ourselves and talk about

some things that I find very interesting and I'm sure you will too!

Topic samples: War & Peace

Animal Rights

Cultural Differences

See you soon at WLC!

WLC で待っているよ！

Somya

Country: India



(Graduate School of Econmics)

Hi, I am Somya Sinha from India.I am an avid reader, an Animal Lover and take a keen interest in Current Affairs from around

the World . I came to study at Soka University in search of Humanistic Education and because I wanted to acquire the skills and

knowledge that will enable me to make a difference in the world. Please come to my Session if you would like to have a Value

Creating Discussion about anything that you are passionate about and how we can create a Better World Together :)

Topic samples: Humanism

Nature vs Nurture

How Religion Affects your Daily Life

Favorite Books and the impact they had on you

Sasha

Country: Russia


Home University: Moscow State University

Greetings! My name's Sasha and I'm from Japan's friendly next-door neighbor, the Russian Federation! I consider myself to be

a mass-media buff, a competent swimmer and snowboarder, as well as an experienced world traveler. Despite all that I feel

like I'm still discovering exactly who I am. Confident in your English? Want to chat about topics that are happening right NOW?

Then you are in the right place!

Topic samples: Space Exploration

Cloning

Racial Bias

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