The University Museum at the University of Tokyo is starting several new project s that would provide excellent learning opportunities to people interested in mu seum careers...if they are willing to volunteer their time. The professors said that Japanese students (the nearest potential source for vol unteers) won't go the extra mile (or kilometer, I guess) - however, I would thi nk that these days the value of a little experience in the field BEFORE applying for jobs would be recognized over here, too. Volunteering in general is not a common practice here, from what I understand. Anyway, they said I could go ahea d and ask... So, I know that at least one or two other people over here read this list - I we lcome your suggestions as to where else to post my request (through Niftyserve, etc.). And if you are interested in volunteering, please contact me for further information at: [log in to unmask] Tim Campbell Visiting Researcher The Universtiy Museum The University of Tokyo