It is election time! Come take part and have your voice heard as we kick off the 2026-2027 term! PLEASE NOTE: We have shifted the schedule slightly after the previous post, so please review them at your earliest convenience! Interested in stepping up to help guide our local community? Or just wanting to participate in the democratic process? Check out all of the details for the 2026 JETAA Chicago Officer Elections below. For those interested, here is a quick timeline for the next month:...

Strike up some fun with JETAA Chicago this Sunday, February 1! Don't miss our annual, cosmic bowling event this weekend! Join your fellow alumni to connect, network, and enjoy a little friendly competition. All skill levels are welcome, so don’t worry if you’re not a pro bowler. It's $5 to reserve your spot and JETAA Chicago will cover the rest! Two hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza and soft drinks are all included! Event Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026 Event Time: 2:45 PM - 5:00 PM CST...

Have you visited or lived in Japan and experienced cross-cultural differences between the U.S. and Japan? Your experience could help improve Japanese language education! My name is Maayan Barkan, and I am the director of the Japanese Program and a Japanese language instructor at Hunter College of the City University of New York. I am conducting research on cultural differences between the United States and Japan, and I would love to hear about your experiences. Who Should Fill This Survey...