Book Prize 2022 Randy Berry
Randy Berry has been awarded the Modern Languages and Literature Book Prize in the Japanese Studies program for his stellar academic achievements. During his four years at William & Mary, he has enjoyed Japanese language classes each year and enrolled in courses that detail Japanese history, culture, literature, and politics. He paired his enthusiasm for Japan with his interest in international affairs to focus his research on the relationship between Okinawa, Japan and the United States during the Cold War. His findings emphasize the exploitation of the people of Okinawa.
Mr. Berry’s interest in Japanese studies dates to childhood and was sparked by a friend’s move to Japan. He visited his friend occasionally and was intrigued by stories about life abroad. Upon completing his degree, he plans to use what he has learned at William & Mary to mediate the contentious issues between the U.S. and Japan and strengthen the relationship between the nations. We commend Mr. Berry for his hard work and wish him the best as he pursues his goals.
