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It is common to see students from around the world on campus at California State University, Long Beach. With in the diversity, domestic students have a lot of opportunities to know other countries and cultures, and have a meaningful interaction with international students.

Many students are interested in the diverse culture thanks to this environment at California State University, Long Beach. Rosendo Leon is not exception. Leon is a senior Japanese major and has studies Japanese over 10 years. During his school life at the community college in San Diego, he not only helped Japanese international students at the language school located on campus but also helped students who was taking a Japanese class.

He said he has had a dream to work in Japan since he was kid. “I would like to have a job where I can help bring Japanese and American people together,” Leon said.

There will be three career forums for English and Japanese speakers in Los Angels, Boston, New York and Japan throughout the year. Leon is going to attend the forum held in Boston this October. Even through all companies require the job interview in Japanese, he said he is not afraid at all. “I’m sure all I did for 10 years will help me,” Leon said.

Culture differences entertain him and promote him to learn more about Japan, and his challenge will last until he meets his wishes. 

Photo by Chie Uraki