Student Voices: Mira

When I joined the ILE: TESOL Program at Soka University, I was already an experienced teacher, but the experience in the program completely transformed my career for the better. The program gave me not just knowledge, but also motivation and support, all thanks to the incredible professors and well-designed coursework. One of the things I loved most was the flexibility to shape my learning through a mix of core and elective courses. There is also strong research support, both during and after the program, which made a huge difference in my academic growth. A unique highlight is the assistant lecturer opportunity for select graduates which is a fantastic stepping stone into university teaching. The workload is definitely intense, but it pushed me to grow and prepared me to be a well-rounded language teacher and researcher. Looking back, I am incredibly grateful for the impact this program has had on my professional journey.