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About me
I am currently a second-year student at UWA studying a combined Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) and Bachelor of Philosophy (Physics). As someone who is half-Japanese but grew up in Australia, I am passionate about learning more about Japanese culture, language, and technological innovation, which I hope to do through my exchange to Japan. While I’m still early in my degree, my goal is to one day help develop the aerospace industry in Australia, and I believe that growing ties with nations at the forefront of innovation and technological advancement will be essential for this. I am excited by the opportunity to be immersed in Japanese culture and to learn how I can apply different cultural values to my professional career, all while catching a glimpse of engineering and science from a global perspective. In my free time, you’ll catch me watching cricket and F1, playing the pipe organ, piano, and giving rock instruments a go, and also having a good time with my mates whenever I can.
"The Westpac Scholarship will provide me the opportunity to strengthen my connection to my Japanese heritage whilst enabling me to pursue my academic and professional aspirations in engineering. I look forward to being part of the community that westpac offers, meeting new people from different cultures, and having a great time living in a foreign environment including trying all kinds of food."
My passions
- Physics and Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering
- Japanese Culture and Cuisine
- Piano, Pipe Organ, Rock Instruments
- Rock, Metal, Classical Music
- Sports - Cricket, Tennis, F1