先輩
須田 奏 氏
2021年3月卒業
須田 奏 氏（2021年3月卒業）
- KC-CDOコース受験のきっかけ
Why I decided to apply to KC-CDO - I have studied and worked professionally in design for the entirety of my career so far. The more I worked, the more I began to see the commonalities between design, business, and entrepreneurship. When I heard about the KC-CDO program, I knew that the MBA and MMH degree will provide me with the perfect mix of business and people centric view of entrepreneurship in the form of hospitality that will allow me to make more meaningful contributions to the business of design.
- 学生生活
Student life in Kyoto and Cornell - I am studying as I continue to work full time, so my life in Kyoto is extremely hectic but fulfilling. I find that I can enhance my studies by testing what I learned in the lectures at my work, as soon as I return to office. On the other hand, during my time at Cornell, I was able to focus on school. This was refreshing after having spent several years in the workforce, and made the experience all the more meaningful.
- バックグランド
My background - I studied architecture for my undergraduate degree, then shifted into the world of industrial textiles. I began my professional career as a color and trim designer in the auto industry, and currently work with traditional textiles as a project manager. This title is slightly misleading, as I am responsible for fostering strong relationships with clients, developing new business opportunities, and the management of client projects.
- 授業以外での活動等
Extra-curricular events and activities - During my time at Kyoto, I unfortunately did not have time to participate in any extra curricular activities. At Cornell, I participated in a hospitality hackathon in which my team won a prize. I also served as the Co-chair for the MMH lunch event within HEC, an industry conference that is created and operated by students. This was a particularly rewarding experience through which I made wonderful friends and also learned many invaluable, real-life lessons on leadership.
- クラスメイト
Classmates - My classmates at Kyoto University are extremely diverse in terms of background and culture, curious about culture, and open minded. There was a very strong sense of community at Cornell in which everyone supported each other. I am grateful for all of the wonderful friends that I have made at both schools.
- 奨学金
Scholarship - I was very fortunate to have received a scholarship from Yamato Kogyo Co., Ltd. at Kyoto University and from Greenhouse Hospitality Fund at Cornell University. As with any program, education is a heavy investment. This is especially true when students are financing their own education, which is the case for me. I am sincerely grateful for the support that I was given.
