Faculty and Staff
Hitomi Takaki, Associate Professor, Advisor
My primary responsibility is to offer advising to international students. I also implement various classes and educational programs that enhance intercultural understanding among students. I have lived abroad during my elementary school (USA), high school (Australia), and graduate school (USA) years. These intercultural experiences fostered in me a passion for a career in the fields of cross-cultural advising and international education. My research focuses are international student advising, cross-cultural group approach, and intercultural education. I love to visit different countries, and every year I try to travel to places that I have not visited.
It is likely that you will face many challenges while you are studying in a different country. You may have both positive and negative experiences. My message to you is to be aware of your processes during this intercultural journey, since these experiences could offer tremendous growth opportunities for you. Our office is willing to support you in your process. Whenever you need someone to talk to, please do not hesitate to come to our office.