Japan

Dean Donald Jacobs visited Tokyo over the winter holidays and joined an alumni welcome party on Dec. 27. Seventy-eight alumni came together to celebrate Don's tremendous 26-year contribution to Kellogg.

During the evening, Don offered a 40-minute speech with many humorous anecdotes regarding various topics covering his history at Kellogg. He also talked more seriously about the current status and future vision of the school, fielding questions from many alumni. The audience showed strong interest in his successor and found it hard to believe anyone could fill Don's shoes.

Later, participants had great fun with the dean over food and drinks with more frank conversations. Alums had a small gift for Don, 'high-tech' Casio's wrist camera, available only in Japan.

Sharing Don's time and insight represented a great Christmas gift for all the Japanese alums.