I had taught Japanese at the elementary level as a graduate assistant teacher at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, from which I also earned my Masters Degree. Each semester, I have been successful both in teaching Japanese and attracting the interest of my students. Even though Japanese is a difficult subject, I have been able to inspire my students and most do not give up and continue to study Japanese until they graduate from the University.

Before coming to the University, I ...