The May term study abroad class “Lights, Camera, Anime!” Taught by Arts Professor Kurt Gohde and Art History Professor Wei Lin was an incredible experience. Not only did we learn the history behind anime as an art form—but also the incredible culture(s) in Japan that are often reflected in this art form. Some of my favorite experiences were visiting the Ryōan-ji temple in Kyoto and seeing the breathtaking tsukubai, as well as having free time to explore Japan. I also visited one of the oldest tea houses in the world! I am forever grateful for this opportunity and the growth it provided me as a person. A special thank you to Kurt and Wei Lin for taking us on this journey, I hope to see this taught more in the future.
