TUAN Topics: Japan Forum for Internationalization of Universities – Top Global University project general symposium for overall summary held –

2024.03.07

On March 5, a symposium titled “Next stage of Japanese society pioneered by universities; how to develop human resources as global leaders who co-create the next generation” was held at the University of Tsukuba Tokyo Campus. In the part of this program, organized by Japan Forum for Internationalization of Universities, associate professor Ohniwa delivered a presentation on the progress and foresight of Japan Virtual Campus (JV-Campus), looking into its full-scale launch.

TUAN Topics: First independent performance of Kabuki

2024.03.06

On February 28, University of Tsukuba Kabuki-kai performed a modernized Kabuki “Futatsumine Aino Chikunami (Traveling Waves From The Twin Peaks of Mt.Tsukuba)” based on a traditional local story. This event was organized by Kato “Tim” Yusuke, School of Human Sciences College of Disability Sciences and realized with the support of Tsukuba Action Project (T-ACT)

TUAN Topics: Peruvian students visited Neji Choco Laboratory

2024.03.05

The Bureau of Global Initiatives of the University of Tsukuba invited high school students from Peru as part of JST Sakura Science Program and conducted a field trip to observe manufacturing in Kitakyushu. The trip provided opportunities to learn and think about the manufacturing method in the new era, visiting TOTO Museum and Neji Choco Laboratory that produces chocolates in shape of screws, symbol of Kitakyushu known for its steel products.

 

TUAN Topics: “BEST TEACHER Award” for LGBTQ+

2024.02.29

On February 28, University of Tsukuba Students held a meeting to express their appreciation to teachers who are standing by (or are trying to stand by) LGBTQ+. This project was realized through T-ACT Action, which supports activities planned by students.

 

TUAN Topics: Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony

2024.02.27

On February 18, Ethiopian students studying at the master’s program of the University of Tsukuba performed traditional coffee ceremony at a civic symposium and served coffee to Dr. Tatsuo Igarashi, the Mayor of Tsukuba City, and other participants.

 

TUAN Topics: Study in Japan Fair (South America) held

2024.02.26

On February 22, the University of Tsukuba held Study in Japan Virtual Fair for South American students who are interested in the Japanese language, etc. This fair is designed to promote study in Japan by providing information on Japan’s study abroad system and higher education. Out of 2200 registers, 464 participated the event concurrently.