Stories from the field

Author Mirai Molina

Hi I'm Mirai! I am entering my 3rd year of political science with a minor in public administration at UVic. I am going to Matsuyama, Japan to work at Ehime University, researching natural disaster prevention and relief.

Mirai Molina – Blog 5: Dear Future Intern

Dear future intern, If you are reading this and have accepted the internship, first of all, congratulations! You are about to embark on a journey not available to many. You will gain so many new experiences, have countless adventures, and… Continue Reading →

Mirai Molina – Blog 4: また会いましょう (Let’s meet again)

My final weeks in Japan were incredibly busy, as I tried to fill my schedule to spend time with friends, go on trips, and pack up the last 3 months of my life. The end of July to early August… Continue Reading →

Mirai Molina – Blog 3: 日本の夏を探索 (Exploring Summer in Japan)

The past month has been filled with sunshine, heat, and adventures. Lately, my small talks have consisted of「暑いですね」 (It’s hot, isnt it?). I wake up every morning to see a heat stroke alert from my phone. Nevertheless, I haven’t let… Continue Reading →

Mirai Molina – Blog 2: 梅雨と梅雨明け、そして夏 (Rainy Season and End of Rainy Season, then Summer)

Hello from Matsuyama (松山), Ehime prefecture (愛媛県), Japan (日本).  As I sat to write my first blog for CAPI, I remembered my feelings of anxiety and excitement before starting my internship. I listened to the sound of the rain and… Continue Reading →

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