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Ryan Hata\u00a0(Tottori-ken, 2014-Present) <\/em><\/strong>AJET National Council <\/em><\/strong><\/a>Director of Alumni Relations<\/em>:\u00a0<\/strong>Ryan\u00a0is in his second year on the AJET National Council<\/a> and first as the Director of Alumni Relations. He works alongside Rachel Brisson\u00a0(AJET National Council Director of Alumni Resources ) and members of JETAA International (JETAA-I) to strengthen the relationship between former JETs, current JETs, and Japan.<\/em>\u00a0Ryan\u00a0helps to keep you up to date with JETAA events\u00a0around the world. If you have a specific event that you would like promote, please do not\u00a0hesitate\u00a0to contact him by email at ryan.hata@ajet.net\u00a0or his<\/em>\u00a0Linkedin<\/a> profile.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

As fall comes and goes in Japan, many people are starting to have indoor activities and events. The biggest change has been the type of food available for purchase. We’re now starting to see oden and nabe sold at conbinis and local shops. Check out if the cooler weather is sparking indoor eating\u00a0events in your local\u00a0JETAA community.<\/p>\n

1. JETAANC<\/a><\/p>\n

Volunteer Info Pizza Party<\/a><\/p>\n

When: November 2nd, 6 pm-7 pm PDT\u00a0<\/strong>
\nWhere:\u00a03 Embarcadero Ctr, San Francisco, CA 94111-4034, United States<\/strong><\/p>\n

**Can’t join in person? Watch remotely on this event page via FB Live Video!: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/225248887889284\/?%3Fti=ia<\/a> **<\/p>\n

Enjoy some free pizza and snacks while learning about our chapter’s many volunteer opportunities for JET alumni and friends. Whether you have only a little time to volunteer or a lot, we can match you with the right opportunity to fit your passions, talents, and time constraints.<\/p>\n

We are looking for help with our social, cultural, career development, and scholarship programs; chapter operations, including communications\/social media, IT, and membership; and activities supporting the JET Program.<\/p>\n

Volunteering for JETAANC is a great way to “give back” to Japan while learning new skills and working with a talented, fun team to make a big impact in our community. It also looks great on your resume to have worked for a major 501(c)(3) NPO!<\/span><\/p>\n

Register here: https:\/\/jetaancvolunteerinfo.eventbrite.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Agenda:
\n6:00 – Registration & networking
\n6:15 – Intro to JETAANC & volunteer opportunities
\n6:30 – Q&A and volunteer sign up
\n7:00 – Networking Nomikai at nearby Crystal Jade (4 Embarcadero Center)<\/p>\n

Location:
\n3 Embarcadero Center
\n20th Floor
\nSan Francisco<\/p>\n

JETAANC’s Volunteering page: http:\/\/www.jetaanc.org\/activites\/volunteering\/<\/a><\/p>\n

\"14718760_10154377423310804_7576905647396430515_n\"<\/a>Photo from JETAANC’s Facebook event<\/p>\n

2. JETAA Wellington<\/a><\/p>\n

November Meeting<\/a><\/p>\n

When: November 3rd,\u00a05:30 pm NZDT<\/strong>
\nWhere:\u00a018F, Majestic Centre, 100 Willis street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s that time when JETAA Wellington are having our monthly meeting again. Come and join us to discuss what we’ve been up to and what we are going to be up to in the coming months.<\/p>\n

November will be a busy month, with the Photo Contest and Exhibition in full swing, as well as the Japan Festival on November 26. Lock in your chance to work on the Taiyaki stall, or see how else you can get involved in these events and much more just by coming along! We hope to see you there!<\/p>\n

\"14681697_10209340927792170_2345551391020670169_n\"<\/a>Photo from JETAA Wellington’s Facebook event<\/p>\n

3. JETAA Ottawa\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

25th Annual Soiree<\/a><\/p>\n

When: November 3rd,\u00a07 pm-9pm EDT<\/strong>
\nWhere:\u00a0110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, ON, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 2L7<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join JETAA Ottawa, alumni, and the public as we celebrate 25 years of JETAA in Ottawa. This year’s Networking Wine and Sushi will be replaced by a swanky celebratory soiree that boasts the same AYCE \/ AYCD wine, sake, and snacks as in previous years but this year will also host a VIP keynote speaker, a representative from the Embassy of Japan, and live entertainment.
\nThe event runs from 7-9pm
\nJean Pigott Hall, Ottawa City Hall
\nTickets are $20 (EARLY BIRD PRICE) and will go up on October 27th. Get yours today!
\nDress: Business or National Dress<\/p>\n

\"558258_396392463713706_1127688290_n\"<\/a>Photo from JETAA Ottawa’s Facebook Page<\/p>\n

4. JETAA\u00a0Portland<\/a><\/p>\n

Resume Writing Workshop<\/a><\/p>\n

When: November 3rd, 6 pm-8pm PDT<\/strong>
\nWhere:\u00a02223 NE Alberta St. Portland, OR<\/strong><\/p>\n

Recently returned from JET and need a little help with your job search? Join our Resume Writing Workshop!<\/strong><\/p>\n

To help you find your new job the JET Alumni Association of Portland is putting together a resume workshop for new returnees. This is a great chance for you to work with our JET Alumni and get your resume ready to send out to those potential employers and recruiters. This will be a working session to help you take your resumes and cover letters from rough draft to final edition. By the end of the session you will have met some new faces, put together your resume, created a version of your cover letter, and will be ready to move forward in your job search.<\/p>\n

When:<\/strong>\u00a0Thursday, Nov. 3rd, 6:00pm \u2013 8:00pm<\/p>\n

Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Townshend\u2019s Tea (2223 NE Alberta St. Portland, OR) \u2013 find us in the basement at one of the big tables!<\/p>\n

What to bring:<\/strong> Your current resume and cover letter, a list of your accomplishments on JET, a list of previous employers, writing and note taking materials.<\/p>\n

Also considering bringing:<\/strong>\u00a0Character references, business cards, and a laptop if you would prefer to work digitally.<\/p>\n

RSVP:<\/strong> Contact Michael Richey<\/a> if you\u2019re interested in joining or if you have questions.<\/p>\n

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Photo from JETAA Portland’s website<\/p>\n

5.\u00a0JETAA Vic\/Tas\/SA<\/a><\/p>\n

JET Programme 30th Anniversary Cocktail Celebration<\/a><\/p>\n

When: November\u00a04th, 7 pm AEDT<\/strong>
\nWhere:\u00a023 South Wharf Promenade, Melbourne, Australia 3006<\/strong><\/p>\n

Let’s celebrate 30 years of JET!<\/p>\n

It’s time to get classy and dress up for JETAA Vic\/Tas\/SA’s biggest event of the year, a cocktail night commemorating 30 years of the JET Programme!<\/p>\n

Hosted a stones throw away from the ocean edge, this evening will see people from all walks of life, touched by JET, come together to celebrate the many friendships built through the programme over the years.<\/p>\n

We hope you can make it to this truly special event! Make sure to spread the word to former JETs you know who may not have received information about this event. We would love as many JETAA members to attend as possible!<\/p>\n

WHEN: Friday November 4th, 7pm ~<\/p>\n

WHERE: The Boatbuilders Yard, The Decks Private Room, 23 S Wharf Promenade, South Wharf VIC 3006<\/span><\/p>\n

COST: $15 for members and non-members, including 2 hrs of canap\u00e9s and various drinks<\/p>\n

RSVP: Must be received by Thursday 10am October 27th at rsvp@victassa.jetaa.org.au. Please contact us again if you do not receive a reply within 48 hours.<\/p>\n

Hope to see you there!<\/p>\n

— From your friends on the JETAA Vic\/Tas\/SA Committee<\/p>\n

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Photo from JETAA Vic\/Tas\/SA’s Facebook event page<\/p>\n

6. JETAAUK<\/a><\/p>\n

London Karaoke and Pub Social<\/a><\/p>\n

When: November\u00a04th, 6 pm-11pm\u00a0GMT<\/strong>
\nWhere:\u00a037-38 Great Marlborough St,<\/span>\u00a0London<\/span>,<\/span> W1F 7JF<\/span>United Kingdom<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Our third social with a twist! We will be meeting at O’Neill’s in Carnaby Street for the usual pub socialising. A space has been reserved from 6pm. As usual, look out for the JETAA sign and the hinomaru flag.<\/p>\n

For those who would like to re-live the fun of belting out some tunes in a room full of fellow Karaoke lovers, we have made reservations at Adanami from 7 – 9pm. We aim to meet at the pub and head to the venue for 7pm, alternatively, you can make your way to the venue directly and meet us outside.<\/p>\n

In true Japanese style, the venue is pretty small so unfortunately there are only 10 tickets available<\/strong><\/a>. Get yours ASAP to avoid disappointment. But don’t worry if you can’t get a ticket\u00a0there is\u00a0a waiting list\u00a0which\u00a0you can add your name to so\u00a0you will get priority for our next Karaoke social.<\/p>\n

The Karaoke venue is BYOB so feel free to purchase something before hand, we will also be making a pit stop enroute to the venue.<\/p>\n

This is a great chance to re-connect with other JETs and friends and get natsukashii about your experiences in Japan whilst networking and meeting new people. Share your sempai wisdom with the recently returned JETs or get to know those who have been back for a while longer. Friends of JETs are are also very very welcome, so feel free to invite anyone even if they weren’t a JET.<\/p>\n

Details<\/h3>\n
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Date:<\/dt>\n
Nov 4<\/abbr><\/dd>\n
Time:<\/dt>\n
18:00 – 23:00<\/abbr><\/dd>\n
Cost:<\/dt>\n
\u00a310.50<\/dd>\n
Website:<\/dt>\n
https:\/\/www.eventbrite.co.uk\/e\/karaoke-at-adanami-tickets-28763661887<\/a><\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n

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Photo from JETAAUK’s website<\/p>\n

7. PNWJETAA<\/a><\/p>\n

Transitions<\/a><\/p>\n

When: November 5th, 9 am-4:30 pm PDT<\/strong>
\nWhere:\u00a03710 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle, WA 98195, United States<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether you’ve just come back from Japan, or have recently moved to the Pacific Northwest or are considering trying something new, it\u2019s time to figure out what your next move will be: \u00a0Job? Grad School? Volunteering?<\/p>\n

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Get ideas and advice as well as network in order to put your next plan of action into motion!\u00a0 PNWJETAA has a great program lined up for whichever direction you are planning to go next!\u00a0 Although this event will be open to the public, it was originally created to serve the needs of our members like YOU!<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Transitions: Opportunities Forum & Networking Expo<\/strong><\/a>!<\/p>\n

Saturday, November 5th\u00a0from\u00a09:00am – 4:30pm<\/strong><\/p>\n

University of Washington,\u00a0<\/strong>Waterfront Activities Center<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

3710 Montlake Blvd., Seattle, Washington 98195<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please visit the\u00a0<\/strong>Transitions Site<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for updates and full details<\/strong><\/p>\n

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