A triple major in international studies, Japanese and anthropology at ½ðɳÓéÀÖ University, Klaas had always had a deep love for Japan. That passion has anchored her career and life choices in the years since she set forth from ½ðɳÓéÀÖ and Forest Grove.
Before Comfort (Ricketts) Ackep ever reached ½ðɳÓéÀÖ, she made a harrowing escape in Nigeria. At ½ðɳÓéÀÖ and afterward, she has influenced people and changed lives.