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Photos of Michelle Fukuyama and Nanako Matsumoto, with a logo: Global Faculty Awards and Appreciation Celebration. Fukuyama is outside on a hill in Japan with flowering trees in the background as she prepares to lead an experiential learning tour.
Where You Are Is Where We Begin
University News UMGC in Asia
July 02, 2026
History and language, taught where they come alive.
Dozens of graduates in commencement regalia smile as they celebrate graduation in Tokyo.
Celebrating 70 Years and Four Historic Commencements Across UMGC in Asia
Global Reach Commencement
May 18, 2026
A milestone season for military-connected learners.
Military learners study math in a classroom in Guam.
The World Is Our Classroom
Military and Veteran Community Faculty
March 19, 2026
UMGC professor brings math to life for airmen on the move.
Dr. Tam and Alex Abel a Langenberg Legacy Fellow
Dr. Anita Tam: Mentor, Teacher, Leader 
Faculty UMGC in Asia
January 12, 2026
From UMGC in Asia classrooms to leadership, Tam champions student success.
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AI at UMGC in Asia: Putting Learners First 
Educational Innovation Global Reach
January 08, 2026
UMGC in Asia is using AI to personalize learning.
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UMGC is back at K-16 Airfield in South Korea!
University News Military and Veteran Community
December 19, 2025
UMGC students meet for the first in-person class at K-16 since 2018.
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Connecting Military Learners to Career-Advancing Opportunities
University News Military and Veteran Community
December 10, 2025
UMGC engaged enlisted leaders at the Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy in Japan.
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Fleet Orientation Aboard USS Emory S. Land
Military and Veteran Community UMGC in Asia
November 05, 2025
UMGC Guam held a seminar aboard the USS Emory S. Land, guiding 30 Sailors on education opportunities.
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UMGC Celebrates U.S. Marine Student’s Promotion in Okinawa
Military and Veteran Community Student
October 30, 2025
The Camp Hansen team celebrated student Xavier Jones’s promotion to Staff Sergeant, honoring his leadership and commitment as a military learner.
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UMGC Supports Event for Single Soldiers in Korea
UMGC in Asia Events
October 27, 2025
UMGC supported the Korea BOSS Rally at Camp Humphreys, reconnecting 143 soldiers from across the peninsula for the first time since 2016 and reinforcing the BOSS program’s mission of community and personal growth. Kailani Briales, UMGC’s coordinator at Camp Humphreys, engaged with service members throughout the event, offering guidance on academic pathways and lifelong learning.
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From Comic Books to Combat Zones: Dr. Cord Scott Brings Military History to Life for UMGC Students
Faculty UMGC in Asia
October 16, 2025
Dr. Cord Scott, a UMGC professor teaching in Okinawa, uses comic books and pop culture to make military history engaging and relevant. His global teaching experience and acclaimed research help students—especially those with military backgrounds—connect historical narratives to personal identity and lived experience.
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Camp Courtney Education Center Open House Highlights Military-Focused Learning Pathways
Military and Veteran Community Events
October 06, 2025
At UMGC’s August 6 Open House in Okinawa, attendees learned how the university’s flexible programs—covering tuition assistance, certifications, and degrees—support military life. The event highlighted UMGC’s dedication to accessible, career-focused education for the military community.
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