Timeline
A chronological look at the events, global travels, and memorable moments outside the classroom.
Landing in Chicago
My first time in the USA! Spent the early days getting settled, exploring the city, visiting the iconic Chicago Bean, and hanging out with my American Culture Learning (ACE) Pod.
Kellogg
The Chicago Bean
The Chicago River
My American Culture Learning Pod (ACE)
Evanston
View from Kellogg's Building
Orientations & Brazil
The Kellogg experience kicked off with Culture in Made (CIM) orientation and an incredible "KWEST" trip exploring Brazil with an amazing new cohort.
Chicago Skyline
High Impact Low Ego Culture
Highlanders - My Section
Class of 2027
MBA Yacht Networking Night
Welcome Dinner by Japan Club
Dinner @Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Soccer game in the iconic Maracana Stadium, Brazil
Christ the Redeemer
Q1 Starts & Chicago Fun
First quarter officially started. Navigated preterm, early recruiting, KWEST boat trips, a Cubs game, and even a Monster Truck show!
Chicago Cubs Game
The Global Hub - Kellog's Building, daily view on my way to school
Yacht ride with Brazil Kwest group
Recruiting & Izakaya Nights
The first snow arrived. Balanced heavy consulting recruiting with Small Group Dinners (SGDs), Trolley Night, and hosting a successful Izakaya Night for the Japan Club.
Izakaya Night by Japan Club
Izakaya Night by Japan Club
Izakaya Night by Japan Club
First snow in Chicago
Diwali Celebrations
Just another party (Trolley Night)
Fall in Evanston
Just another party (Around the World)
Winter Escapes
Finished Q1 strong and traveled to Jacksonville, Florida to escape the cold, followed by a trip to New York City.
Brooklyn, New York
NYC Skyline from Staten Island Ferry
Universal Studios, Orlando, Florida
2026 New Year Celebration
Q2, Tech & Snowboarding
Second quarter began amidst heavy snow. Traveled to Indiana, attended the Ktech Conference, hosted Matcha Night, and hit the slopes for snowboarding.
Organized Kellogg Technology Conference
Everything Matcha Night by Japan Club
Snowboarding
Just another party (Chicago Bar Crawl)
Indiana - First road trip in US
Run by the lake - Training for a Half Marathon
Just another party (Bowling with Asian Club)
Just another dinner with friends
Patagonia & Athletics
An epic spring break trek in Patagonia! Kept extremely active with St. Patrick's Day festivities, squash, rock climbing, running, swimming, and chess.
Just another party (St. Patricks Day)
Chicago River (St. Patricks Day)
Patagonia - Fitz Roy Hike
Backpacking in Patagonia National Park
Patagonia National Park
Patagonia - Fitz Roy at Sunrise
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Q3 & TWICE Concert
Third quarter began. Highlights included seeing TWICE live in Chicago, a second trip to New York, cricket matches, and continuous running prep.
Running with friends
Just another party (2000s party)
1yr reunion of my ACE Pod
ACE Family
New York City from above
Playing Cricket on the field
Running with friends, first time crossing 15km
Milestones & Marathons
A massive month! Ran the Half Marathon, got my driver's license, attended Battle of the Bands, and celebrated my birthday with Gia and friends. Also had the Japan Club farewell dinner and Masaki's SGD.
Chicago Half Marathon
Chicago Half Marathon Running Partner
Just another party (Battle of the Bands)
Winner of the Kellogg Chess Tournament
Just another party (Battle of the Bands)
Surprise Birthday Celebration by my friends
Another Birthday Celebration
Japan Club Farewell Dinner
Just another dinner with friends
Year One Wrap Up
Wrapping up an incredible first year. Celebrated with Dinner en Blanc, Fluke SGD, TG, and the final Japan Club meeting before heading off for the summer.
Lunch by the lake
Lab Course Team Celebrating end of quarter
Japan Club final dinner with 2nd years
Just another dinner with friends