2008-2009 Kempi Scholarship Applications Available
Please email mensore@earthlink.net for a copy of the guidelines and applications.
The Okinawa Prefectural Government and the International Foundation sponsors KEMPI SCHOLARSHIPS for a one-year study at the University of Ryukyus (http://www.u-ryukyu.ac.jp/en/index.html), Okinawa Prefectural University of the Arts (http://www.okigei.ac.jp/) or the Meio University (http://www.meio-u.ac.jp/).
The objectives of the Kempi Scholarships are to promote international exchange between Okinawa and the Okinawans abroad and through their one-year study in Okinawa, the Kempi recipients will enhance their understanding of the Japanese culture, industry, education and society with opportunities to interact with the local Okinawans. All expenses will be paid by the Okinawa International Exchange & Human Resources Development Foundation (OIHF).
Period of study: April 2008 – March 2009
Eligibility rules: Must be a U.S. citizen of Okinawan descent,
- In good health,
- high school graduate between ages 18 & 30 (born after March 31, 1977)
- have a proficiency of the Japanese language
- sponsored by a Kenjinkai in the U.S.
Application deadline: Postmark by Wed, November 28, 2007 to the OAA Center, 16500 S. Western Avenue, #203, Gardena, CA 90247
Selection Meeting and Phone Interviews: Saturday, December 1, 2007
Deadline for OAA to send paperwork to Okinawa: Monday, December 10, 2007
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