We had the chance to ask two students, Mr A and Mr T, about their experiences in the Special English Program (SEP).

Adjusting to life in England has gone smoothly so far.

Why did you choose to join SEP?

Mr T: For a long time [before coming to Mie University], we learned English just for entrance exams. I wanted to learn real English. I mean that I wanted to learn English that I could use to communicate with people from various countries.

Mr A: In high school, I realized how much I love English. I joined SEP because I wanted to have more opportunities to talk with people in English.

In SEP, we use English not only in class but also outside of class. How do you feel about that?

Mr A: It's helped me to get ready for going abroad. At first I was surprised, but I soon came to think it natural to do everything in English.

Mr T: I've become comfortable writing e-mails in English. That's going to be useful to me in the future.

What would you like to tell new students who are thinking about joining SEP?

Mr T: Joining SEP gives you the chance to make many friends who are interested in English. It goes beyond the boundary of faculty because classes have students from various departments and faculties.

Mr A: One thing I can tell new students is, "Don't hesitate to use English!" Right now, I'm [in England] staying with a British family. Maybe some of my English is incorrect, but I can explain myself and my host family understands me.

"Don't hesitate. Be confident!"