31st Class of JET Participants Depart for Japan (July 21, 2017)

     On Friday, July 21st, the 2017 JET Program Pre-Departure Orientation was held in a conference room in downtown Denver, followed by a farewell reception held at the Consul-General’s Official Residence. At the reception, Consul-General Hirakoba expressed his congratulations and hope that all participants will succeed in their respective placements. For the congratulatory toast, Vice President Van Milton of the JET Alumni Association Rocky Mountain (JETAARM) offered words of encouragement.
     The participants departed Denver the following morning and as the Consulate-General of Japan in Denver, we wish every participant the very best during their time in Japan.