Trinity University (USA) 4-Day Study Tour
Disaster Resilience, Marine SDGs, School Exchange, Zen & Minpaku Homestay (3rd Annual Visit)
• Seafood BBQ & Marine SDGs Fieldwork
• Temple Zen Meditation & Reflection
🌊 Marine SDGs & Debris Fieldwork
Explored the global issue of marine plastic waste, practiced sorting microplastics from sand using a lab model, and took part in a 15-minute beach clean-up, turning environmental awareness into action.
🏫 Primary School Cultural Exchange
Engaged with Tokura Primary School pupils through games, shared traditional Japanese school lunch, joined classroom cleaning, and observed regional silkworm farming studies.
🧘 Zen Meditation & Mindfulness
Practiced Zen meditation at a local temple. Guided in English, students learned proper posture and breath regulation, experiencing quiet self-reflection away from digital distractions.
🏠 Minpaku Family Homestay
Stayed with four local host families for three nights. Shared daily coastal life, prepared home-cooked meals together, and built lasting cultural connections through meaningful interactions.
