Dear KosNet Friends

Yes, it is now official!!  Kos Ishii Graduate Fellowship Fund at Stanford chose the first recipient!! He is ME-MS student who is interested in Robotics design. I am so happy to hear this news. It is the best Christmas present ever!!

Next year, I intend to sit in ME317. So during this holiday season, I'd better finish reading Kos's first and last book, "design for value." I am so grateful that he wrote this book in Japanese. Even in Japanese, this is a good sleeping pill (well I would say  I last about 3 pages at a time). If it were in English, I don't think I would have last more than one paragraph before falling into sleep.

Have a wonderful holiday season and may the new year bring all the happiness to you and your family.

Naomi

Hi KosNet Friends

I spent November in Japan.  It was a very eventful trip.  So, let me share with you some stories.

1. I was invited to Kos's junior high school reunion (Sydney Japanese School). So according to Kos's childhood friends, Kos was a relatively shy and a bit cynical boy. Kos?? Well, I won't take a credit. I think going to Sydney Boys High School probably changed his personality. Thank you John.
2. I was kindly invited to Keio University for the final presentation of ALPS. It was my honor to be able to present Kos Ishii award to the best student team. It was so much fun to listen to Sky High ideas.
3. We had MML VIA (Visiting Industrial Associates) reunion in Yokohama. It was great to see that Kos's spirit is inherited to all of VIA members in whatever area they are in.

I had great fun myself with my friends and family members, too. So, now back in sunny but chilly California. Happy holidays to you and thank you for your friendship.

Naomi