The Team – Shizuoka AJET

2020-2021 AJET Council

The Greatest of All Time

Laura Bruening

President

City/Region: Shizuoka City, Chubu
Year started JET: 2016

Hello, hello, hello!

I’m Laura hailing from Shizuoka City!

Originally I’m from Omaha, Nebraska which is one Shizuoka Sister City. We have a super strong connection with each other. In Omaha we even have sections dedicated to Shizuoka at the Lauritzen Gardens and The Henry Doorly Zoo!

I found myself coming to Japan to kind of fulfill a “sign” from my grandparents after they passed away. So coming to Japan has been an incredibly rewarding experience.

I majored in Musical Theater so I can sure “act” like I know a thing or two. My special skill is rambling off about useless information, which I’m unsure if it’s something to be proud of yet...anyway-

I hope you enjoy upcoming AJet events!

Frances Lockett

Treasurer

City/Region: Makinohara, Chubu
Year started JET: 2016

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I’m Frances
I live in the seaside town of Makinohara, a surfer spot surrounded by green tea. If you need a beachy staycation in Shizuoka I’m your girl.

Originally from London, I have a bachelors degree in history, with a specialisation in the role of war on development of international education.

I joined JET in 2016, and ajet in 2018. My hobbies include partying (we english do love a little drink!), cooking, going to see live music/shows and anything to do with art.

Flora Lam

Event Coordinator

City/Region: Shizuoka City, Chubu
Year started JET: 2017

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Hello! My name is Flora. I’m originally from San Francisco, the land of fog. I earned my B.A. in Linguistics at UC San Diego, as well as a certificate in TEFL. I’m interested in education and Japanese culture, which is what led me to the JET Program.

I am currently finishing up my first year in JET. I’m placed in Shizuoka City at a private Pre K-12 school. I love Shizuoka and all it has to offer from its plethora of green tea fields to the amazing view of Mount Fuji. I also love traveling (trying to visit all 47 prefectures!), eating, and taking pictures. If you want to explore inside or outside of Shizuoka, eat good food, or have a photo shoot, feel free to hit me up!

I’m excited to be a part of the AJET team to help plan wonderful events and meet new people! I look forward to meeting you all at the next event!

Samantha McCallion

Event Coordinator

City/Region: Fujinomiya, Tobu
Year started JET: 2019

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Hi, I`m Sam! I came on JET in 2019.

Originally from New Jersey, USA, I now live in Fujinomiya.

Fujinomiya is famous for being the closest city to Mount Fuji, Shiraito Falls, and also for the Mt. Fuji world heritage site. If you`re looking to visit I have room!

I went to college in NJ (`19), and majored in Elementary Education and History and have been teaching ESL for four years. I also lived in Czech Republic as a student teacher! I am very passionate about how we learn language.

In my free time I like to paint, hike, swim, travel, and go to onsens. But, I think my favorite thing to do is make new connections with other people. I`m down to eat and do almost anything. Let`s eat our way through 47 prefectures!

I`m excited to see what the next year brings!

Sean Robinson

Event Coordinator

City/Region: Hamamatsu, Seibu
Year started JET: 2019

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Kia ora! My name is Sean, I'm currently living in Hamamatsu, Japan's city of music, and the home of Yamaha.

I come from Aotearoa (New Zealand), and have been skulking around Shizuoka since 2019. I've got a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media studies, so if you want a film recommendation I'll do my best.

I love the beach, beer and big laughs with my mates. If you're ever Hamamatsu bound, drop me a line and at the very least I'll find you a beer.