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EVENT REPLAY: JET Adventures, Misadventures and Lessons Learned ft. Sarah Coomber

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On April 26th, 2026, JET alum Sarah Coomber (’94-’96, Yamaguchi) shared her experience of trading out a wrecked Minnesota life for two years in an isolated area of rural Japan. As she writes in her memoir, The Same Moon: A Young Woman’s Season of Entanglements in Rural Japan, “expectations often collide with reality, but challenges […]

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(WEBINAR) The Religion of Anime

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Join USJETAA and Dr. Jolyon Thomas, Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, for a fascinating deep dive into anime’s cultural roots, emotional impact, and the almost “religious” devotion it inspires among fans. Featuring special guests Yuri Lowenthal (Shiga, 1993-1995) and Roland Kelts (Osaka, 1998-1999). Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just

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(WEBINAR) JET to HR: Turning Global Experience into People-Focused Careers

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Join USJETAA and JET alumni career coaches for this free webinar that explores career opportunities in Human Resources. Learn how your JET experience can be a natural fit for this people-focused field. Don’t miss this chance to explore new career paths and connect with fellow alumni. Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:30-9:00 PM ET

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JET Ski 2025

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JETAABC, PNWJETAA, and JETAA Portland welcome you to our ski & snowboard day! We are excited to enjoy a day of snow sports, good food, and fun in the Vancouver, BC area! REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 8! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact rosalie.fordham@gmail.com Please complete the full registration to ensure your

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J-Kaiwa Board Game Edition

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Join us for games in Japanese, all levels welcome. Where: Mo Cha Tea House12520 SW Farmington Rd. (Beaverton)Who: Anyone who wants to speak some Nihongo!What: Buy your own drinks, JETAA PDX will order some munchies for participants. What is J-Kaiwa?J-Kaiwa stands for Japanese conversation, and it’s a monthly event open to all members of the

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Teatime In the park

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We want to hear from you: what activities interest you? What can JETAA Portland do for you? Our new fiscal year starts soon and grant applications are on the horizon, so now’s the time to ask! Want to participate but not really sure what we’re about? Interested in fluffing your resume as an activity Chair

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