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As a young girl in Japan, Nobuko Sugiura dreamed of coming to the United States to study journalism since she loved to read and write. Because of family commitments, Sugiura had to remain at home instead of applying to school. She took care of her parents, got married and had children but never gave up on her dreams and goals.

Almost 300 current and former leaders have participated in American academic programs, the Washington Times reports.

Establishing relationships between countries with mutual interests benefits the larger global environment. Such partnerships also greatly expand opportunities available in higher education for students looking to study in other countries.