As a graphic design student, I am applying for the PSU Exchange Program at Japan: Kansai Gaidai University in Osaka. Growing up, I found much of my inspiration in Japanese culture, especially through reading manga and watching anime. As a child, when things were difficult at home, I would immerse myself in Japanese comic books to escape from my surroundings. The stories transported me to another world and helped me through my childhood. I daydreamed about being rescued by a prince or traveling through time with a talking blue cat. Today, I aim to bring the same comfort and joy to others through my art. This personal connection to Japanese media has been a driving force behind my artistic journey, shaping both my passion and career goals!