On the Classroom Experience: My favorite was the Rise of China taught by professor Toshi Yoshihara. The class
examines the resurgence of China and the implications its rise may have
on the region and beyond from multiple perspectives. Fletcher's diverse
student body, and the professor's teaching style, ensures that every
class discussion is engaging. My classmates included Chinese diplomats,
Korean Air Force personnel, and students from Japan. There were also
Americans who have lived in East Asia, and the usual variety of other
knowledgeable Fletcher students from a variety of locations and
backgrounds. I also took The United States and East Asia with
Professor Lee, which examines the interactions between the West and the
East from a historical perspective. The two courses complemented each
other very well.