World Languages and Literature

SFYou: Motoki Long-Nozawa discusses LGBTQIA2S+ language in classrooms

by Michelle Young, News Editor Name: Motoki Long-Nozawa Pronouns: he/him Hometown: Tokyo, Japan Occupation: Japanese language instructor  Department Affiliation: Department of World Languages and Literature  Fun fact: “I drink a green smoothie and practice self, positive affirmation every morning. These make me physically and mentally strong and resilient. Of course, I sometimes feel down. However, I try to embrace my negative feelings and take my time for recovery. I do not rush. Embracing myself and practicing something that makes me positive are key to my happy life.”    Motoki Long-Nozawa has worked as a Japanese teaching assistant, language consultant, and…

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