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2022/07/28

Spring 2022 Completion Ceremony Held for International Students - 31 Exchange Students from 18 Countries and Regions Participated

    31 international exchange students from eighteen countries and regions, including students from the University of Hong Kong and Ankara University, took part in the Spring 2022 Graduation Ceremony held Wednesday, July 27th, at the Discovery Hall in Global Square.

    During the graduation ceremony, Vice Chairman Yoshihide Akiya presented a message from the founder, Daisaku Ikeda. In his message, the founder told students, "I would like you to continue exploring and challenging yourselves, with the pride of Soka burning in your hearts, as you create great value. It is you who will serve as the standard-bearers of peace and humanity, and so we ask you to undertake efforts to create a future of hope for all humanity."

    After course certificates were awarded, exchange student Leung Hoi Wing of Hong Kong and special studies student Kullyyeva Aylar of Turkmenistan, delivered remarks. Leung Hoi Wing said, "Thanks to the support I received here, my time at Soka was fulfilling, not only in terms of academics but in terms of extracurricular activities as well. The time I spent with international students from all over the world is a memory I will always treasure." Kullyyeva Aylar said, "I would like to use the knowledge and experience I gained at Soka University to become a Japanese language teacher in the future. When we look around the world, we see a variety of problems. I would like to contribute to building a peaceful society as I cherish the friendships made here with fellow students at Soka University."

    In closing, University President Masashi Suzuki encouraged students, saying, "Our founder, Daisaku Ikeda, said, 'University creates the most universal and powerful bonds that connect people.' Although your exchange program has ended and you will return to your home countries, Soka University will remain your alma mater. It is my sincere hope that you, who have made these connections at your alma mater, will join forces as alumni to pioneer a new world."
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