Book Club - What You Are Looking For Is In The Library

A new twist on an old favorite! The JETAA Chicago and Japan America Society of Chicago YPC Book Club continues in 2024 with a meeting in April!

Join us for our next meeting on Tuesday, April 9th!

Our book club highlights voices and stories with a solid connection to Japan. For our next meeting, we have chosen What You Are Looking For Is In The Library. Written by Michiko Aoyama, April's pick is a tribute to the magic of libraries, friendship, and community, perfect for anyone who has ever found themselves at an impasse in their life and needing inspiration.

Be sure to pick up a copy of the book and join us for an evening of casual discussion in a virtual space via Zoom! Registrations are limited, so grab a spot while you can!

Sign up here!

If you have any questions, please reach out to info@jetaachicago.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

Ticket sales for the 2024 JETAAC Shin-Bowlnenkai end this Friday!

There are still spots left for our JETAAC (JET Alumni Association of Chicago) annual Shin-Bowlnenkai this Sunday, February 25th, from 3-5 pm CST! This event is not just about striking down pins; it’s a night filled with laughter, networking, and tasty treats. We’re hosting a 2-hour bowling game that’s perfect for both beginners and seasoned players. 

But wait, there's more! With only 15 slots available, make sure to reserve your spot with a $5.00 RSVP fee. And, in these times, your health is our priority. If you’re feeling under the weather, please stay home. Let’s bowl and bond in the safest way possible! Ticket sales will end on Friday, February 23rd, so secure your spot now!

Sign up here!

This event is open to only JET alumni, adults 21+ years in age

Questions? Contact Claudia at activities@jetaachicago.com

The 2024 JETAA Chicago officer elections are March 4th!

It is election time! Come take part and have your voice heard as we kick off the 2024-2025 term!

Interested in stepping up to help guide our local community? Reach out to us at info@jetaachicago.com. Their are many ways to be involved with JETAA Chicago, and whatever capacity you are coming with, the community welcomes your participation and support.

All officer positions are open, as are opportunities to step-up and help organize in the Wisconsin and Indiana sub-chapters! If you are local to Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin and curious about how you can help, let us know!

For those interested in participating, check out the details below:

• Candidate platforms must be submitted by Friday, February 23. The official declaration process has closed, but if you have any questions, contact us.

• Platforms for all candidates will be shared with the community on Friday, March 1.

• SIGN UP for the March 4 meeting to receive your electronic ballot.

• All members of JETAA Chicago and its sub-chapters are eligible to vote in the elections.

• Attend the open board meeting on Monday, March 4. Alumni will have the opportunity to ask questions of the candidates then.

• Polls will be open from 12PM to 7PM CST on Monday, March 4, and results will be announced shortly after!

• As long as you are registered for the meeting, even if you can not attend, you will receive your ballot and can cast a vote.
  

Prior to participating, please take a moment to review the Community Norms and Agreements. All members of JETAA Chicago are expected to practice these guidelines and work to cultivate a community built on equitable practices and respectful behavior that fosters belonging for all alumni at all times.

For details on each officer, please see the descriptions here. And please, feel free to reach out to current board members as well. We can be reached at info@jetaachicago.com and all of our emails are on the JETAA Chicago website, if you have any questions.

We hope to see you soon!