Notice of recruitment for Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project”

１. Business Overview

Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto are implementing the “University Regional Collaboration Creation and Support Project (nicknamed the Gakumachi Collaboration Project)” to support the efforts by granting support funds to projects and projects that work on urban development and regional revitalization in Kyoto through “collaboration” between universities, students, and local communities.
This year marks the 21st year of the program, which has been implemented since the 16th academic year, with the aim of developing human resources by securing practical education and research opportunities for universities, and for local communities, solving local issues and revitalizing them through the knowledge of the university and the vitality of students.

Reiwa 6th Academic Town Collaboration Project Application Guidelines

２. Target Organizations

An organization or group (*) of students from a university consortium Kyoto member university or junior college, with the majority of members being students and the representative being a student. If the program consists of students from more than one university, the majority of the students are students from a university consortium Kyoto member university or junior college.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　* University departments, laboratories, seminars, clubs, student circles (circles composed of students from multiple universities are also possible), etc.

< precautions>
As a general rule, only one project can be applied for from the same organization or group. If there are multiple applications, it may be adopted as a single project or rejected. In addition, even if the application is from another organization or group, if it is considered to be the same business, we will make a decision on how to handle it after confirming the purpose of the project and the necessary confirmation of the affiliated organizations.
* If you are unsure of your decision, please contact us. We will consider it according to the specific details of the application.

３. Target Businesses

With the aim of solving local issues and revitalizing the city of Kyoto, projects that are implemented in Kyoto City during the fiscal year and that meet the following requirements are eligible.
However, political activities, religious activities, activities that promote specific ideas, violent or destructive activities, commercial businesses, etc. are excluded.

【Requirements】
(1) Projects in which organizations and groups collaborate and collaborate with local communities (residents’ organizations, civic activity groups, businesses, etc., mainly in the Kyoto city area) and in which students take the initiative in their activities.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　

* For new businesses, those that can be expected to collaborate with the local community in the future are also acceptable.
Please contact us if you have not decided on a specific partner at the time of application.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　* Collaborative and collaborative projects are activities that collaborate with local organizations to tackle local issues and participate in and support the movements of local organizations. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 * Administrative agencies may be included as collaborators, but cooperation with administrative agencies alone is not possible.
Examples: Health and welfare, social education, community development, promotion of academic, cultural, artistic or sports, environmental conservation,
Surveys and research in various fields such as community safety, citizen lectures, events, etc.

(2) Those who have not received any subsidies or subsidies from Kyoto City other than the Gakumachi Collaboration Project.

４. Amount and number of donations

Up to 300,000 yen / 10-15 cases

* At the results report meeting scheduled to be held in March of Reiwa 7, the implementing organization (1 organization) recognized as the most excellent will be commended (certificates, trophies, and activity incentives of 100,000 yen will be issued separately).

５. About the application

(1) Application period

Reiwa April 2 (Tue) ~ May 31 (Fri) 13:00
* Documents can only be submitted as data, and paper submission is not required.

(2) Reiwa 6 Business recruitment briefing session * Held online

Date: (1) Saturday, April 20, Reiwa 6, 14:00〜
(2) Thursday, May 9, Reiwa 6, 18:00〜
We also accept questions about how to write an application.

(3) How to apply

Step 1 Before You Start Writing Your Application

We recommend reading the master plan of the administrative district in which the activity will be carried out! In addition, please listen to the opinions of local people and related government agencies as much as possible regarding the background of the project implementation and the needs of the community. If you have any questions about the basic plan of the ward or points to keep in mind when working in the community, you can also consult with the Regional Power Promotion Office of each ward office or branch.
In addition to reconfirming and sharing your objectives and achievement goals, let’s discuss and think once again within the group whether the business content you are thinking about is the best way to achieve your objectives. In addition, for continuing projects, let’s thoroughly summarize the efforts made so far and organize the points for improvement and novelty so that they can be reflected in the application form.

Step 2 Let’s write an application!

< You can download the application form from the link below>
● Reiwa 6 Recruitment Guidelines
● Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project” application form (Microsoft Word)
● Example of application entry

Points to fill in

★ Let’s check the judging criteria!
Let’s find out what criteria are used to judge the case.

★ What is the purpose of the business? Write down your purpose and local needs.
The group that listened to the opinions of local people and ward offices in step 1 should also write the contents.

★ Who are you working with (or planning to work with)? What is the role of each? Let’s be specific.
The Gakumachi Collaboration emphasizes learning that can be obtained by collaborating with the university, students, and the community toward the same goal. Let’s write carefully about what kind of role the partner will play.

If you have trouble writing application documents…
“It’s an event involving the elderly, but should I take measures against infectious diseases?”, “I want to set up an internet environment, but can I use the support money?” If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to contact the University Consortium Kyoto. Consultations are also available by phone, email, and online.

Step 3 Register your business outline

Please use the form below to register your business overview.

Step 4 Submission of application documents

Please fill out the (1) application form (Microsoft WORD) downloaded in step 2 of this page during the application period, and (2) submit it together with reference data (if available) from the submission form below.
(1) Application document data (Microsoft WORD)
(2) Reference data (up to about 10 pages in A4 size) Please submit it as a PDF. * Only if there is one
* Submission of paper media is not required for both (1) and (2).

６. Main Schedule for the Future

Primary screening: After the application deadline ~ mid-June of Reiwa 6
Second screening (public presentation screening): Sunday, June 30, Reiwa 6 * Held at Campus Plaza Kyoto
Notification of support project decision and selection results: Mid-July of Reiwa 6
Certification ceremony and exchange meeting: Mid-July of Reiwa 6 * A certificate will be issued by Kyoto City for the certified project.
Interim report: Mid~end of October 6th year of Reiwa * Submission of documents
Final report: March 7, Reiwa * Submission of documents
Report: Mid ~ end of March 7th year of Reiwa

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL ：075-353-9130　FAX： 075-353-9101
MAIL：gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00

Updated on May 9 [For students] 2025 Presentation on Kyoto in English Outline of the Implementation

*The application period for 2025 has ended.

“What is the charm of Kyoto?” and “What kind of country is Japan?” Why don’t you actually experience the traditional culture of Japan and learn the know-how of English presentations so that you can introduce it in English when asked by people from overseas?
Students who are planning to study abroad, who are interested in studying abroad in the future, who want to explain Kyoto and Japan to people overseas in Japan, and who are not good at English presentations! Why don’t you learn English while having fun with like-minded friends beyond the boundaries of universities?　
🌸🌸 Outline of “Presentation on Kyoto in English” Updated 🌸🌸on May 9

Through the experience of traditional culture in Kyoto and Japan, we will conduct a total of seven half-day training sessions to acquire presentation skills in English.

◎ Training days and scheduled contents (7 sessions in total):
1. Saturday, May 24, 2025 :(1) Ice Break, Introduction to Japan and Kyoto ~Learn about Japan and Kyoto in English~
(2) Learn expressions related to Japan’s traditional culture in English
2. Saturday , May 31, 2025: Noh Theater Appreciation (Kongo Noh Theater) and International Student Exchange Event
3. Saturday , June 7, 2025: Traditional Culture Experience I. (1) Tea Ceremony Experience (2) Expression of tea ceremony culture in English
4. Saturday, June 14, 2025 :(1) Session for International Students (2) Group Activities
5. Saturday , June 21, 2025 : Traditional Culture Experience II. (1) Flower Arrangement Experience (2) Talk in English about Kyoto’s famous places, events, food, clothing, housing, and education in Japan and Kyoto
6. Saturday , June 28, 2025 : Presentation English manuscript correction course (online only)
7. Saturday, July 5, 2025: Individual English Presentation

◎Time: 13:00~16:30 (with break)

◎ Location: Campus Plaza Kyoto, etc. (depending on the content of the training, there is a transfer within Kyoto city)

◎ Eligibility: All of the following conditions must be met.
1. Be a Japan student at a member university or junior college of the University Consortium Kyoto [Undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral course is not required]
2. Ability to participate in all training sessions
3. Your English score must be one of the following:
　 IELTS 5.0 or higher / TOEFL iBT 50 or higher / TOEIC 600 or higher / Eiken Level 2 or higher
4. Interested in international exchange and cross-cultural understanding

◎ Capacity: 20 ~~people (~~first-come, first-served basis) * Application has been closed.
◎ Fee: 5,000 yen (total amount for all 7 sessions, including reference materials and actual expenses for exercises)
* Please pay in cash (with as little change as possible) on Saturday, May 25 for the first time.
* Please bear the transportation expenses related to transportation during the course.
◎ Application period: April 9, 2025 (Wednesday) noon application start ~ May 9 (Friday) noon deadline
　　　 All applicants will receive an email with details after May 10.

◎ Application guidelines: Please apply from this application form.

◎ Please see the state of Kyopre in previous years from this Facebook!
We look forward to hearing from you!

We will hold a report meeting on the results of the Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project”! !!

Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto will hold a report meeting on the results of the “Gakumachi Collaboration Project (University Regional Collaboration Creation and Support Project)” in the Reiwa 6 to support efforts for regional revitalization implemented in collaboration between universities, students, and the local community.

At the debriefing session, the 12 organizations selected this year will look back on their activities so far and present the results of their efforts.
Why don’t you find new possibilities for collaboration between the university and the local community and hints for regional revitalization from the reports of accredited projects by students, such as regional development through the inheritance of local customs and culture?

Click here for an overview of the projects of the selected organizations ↓↓↓
Reiwa 6th Academic Town Collaboration Project Selected Organizations　

Reiwa 6th year “Learning Town Collaboration Project” results report meeting

Date & Time	Thursday, March 20, Reiwa 7 11:00~17:00 (scheduled to end)
Venue	Campus Plaza Kyoto 2nd Floor Hall
Flow of the day	11:00~ Opening session, presentation of results by Reiwa 6 selected organizations 1 presentation @ 15 minutes (including questions and substitutions) 12 projects 15:30~ Opinion exchange and exchange meeting (Participation is limited to selected organizations) 16:25~ Award Ceremony and Commentary 17:00 Closing (tentative) * Please see here for the detailed schedule ↓↓↓ 　Reiwa 6th Academic Town Collaboration Project Achievement Report Meeting Report Meeting Schedule
Participation	・Application required Please apply using the “Apply here” form below.
Participation Fee	free

●Click here for information leaflets
⇒ Achievement Report Meeting Flyer　　

●Click here for details on the contents of the Gakumachi Collaboration Project
⇒https://www.consortium.or.jp/project/chiiki/gakumachi

We are accepting applications for participation during the period of March 4 (Tue) ~ March 19 (Wed) in the 7th year of Reiwa.
If you would like to participate, please apply using the application form below.
　

Inquiries and applications

Public Interest Incorporated Foundation University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL ：075-353-9130　FAX： 075-353-9101
MAIL：gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00

【Japan students × international students】2024 3rd “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Project” ~Premium Kyoto Traditional Culture Experience~ < Registration has ended>

As a result of receiving many applications for this matter, the capacity has been reached and the reception has been closed. (Updated on February 20).

We are considering a similar project for the next fiscal year.We will inform you again when it is decided.We look forward to your participation.

This year, the International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: Kyoto International Business Department, University Consortium) is implementing the “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Project” using a contribution from Kyoto City.

This event will allow Japan students enrolled in universities, vocational schools, Japanese language schools, etc. that are members of the University Consortium Kyoto or the International Student Study Kyoto Network to experience the diverse and profound charm of Kyoto so that they can deepen their exchanges with each other through “experiences unique to Kyoto”.

We would like to create opportunities for Japan and international students studying in Kyoto to like Kyoto even more, want to live and work in Kyoto for a long time, and strengthen connections between students that transcend the boundaries of nationality and school.

The third event was held on Saturday, February 22, 2025 in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, and was held to visit the Fukuda Museum of Art, experience a rickshaw, and experience making Japanese sweets. We are looking for Japan students and international students who can participate, so please do not miss this opportunity and join us.

For details, please check the 3rd recruitment flyer and application page to register as a user and apply for participation. We look forward to your participation.

1 Date & Time: Saturday, February 22, 2025, 8:45 a.m., scheduled to disband around 12:00 p.m.

2 Contents and itinerary:

　　8:45 Meeting (in front of Arashiden Arashiyama Station) and moving on foot

　　 9:00 a.m.: Visit to the Fukuda Museum of Art, explanation by museum staff, group work

　　10:00 Rickshaw experience, Arashiyama sightseeing and student exchange

　　11:00 Japanese confectionery making experience at Ganshundo Saga-Arashiyama store

　　Around 12:00 p.m. Dismissal

3 Participation fee: Free

4 Capacity: 10 Japan students, 10 international students

(It’s on a first-come, first-served basis, so be quick!)　Waitlist is set according to the application status)

5 Eligibility: Japan students or international students attending universities, vocational schools, Japanese schools, etc. that are members of the University Consortium Kyoto or the International Student Study Kyoto Network

~~6 How to apply: 3rd recruitment flyer and application page~~

　　　　　　　~~https://va.apollon.nta.co.jp/premium_experience0222/~~

~~Alternatively, please apply using the QR code below.~~

Campus Plaza Kyoto Facility Reservation Schedule for 2025

・Facility reservations for April, May, and June 2025 will be available from Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
　We will accept it.
　* In the case of application at the university fee, it will be accepted for April ~ September.
At the time of this reservation, faculty and staff ID card or certificate of enrollment (valid until the day of use)
Please present it.
If you have not been issued a faculty ID card before the new academic year, you will be required to contact the university where you are enrolled.
Please present proof of employment.
If you cannot confirm your faculty and staff ID, the university fee will not be applied.
It will be charged at the general rate. (For April ~ June reception)
For more information on the application of university fees,
Please refer to “Application of University Fees for the Use of Campus Plaza Kyoto“.

　　　 Reservations will be accepted on a priority basis from those who visit the museum on Tuesday, March 4.
　　　Facility reservations by phone will be accepted after the reception of visitors is completed.
　　　Please be careful.

* Last year’s facility reservations by phone will be accepted from around 3 p.m.

・ 2025Availability since April of the year is as follows:
It will be open to the public on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 9 a.m.
　　　 In addition, priority is given to the use of credit transfer classes and university open lectures.
　　　Availability fluctuates daily, so please check the situation from time to time.

【Industry-Academia Collaborative Education Program (formerly Internship Program)】Project for Companies and Organizations: 2/14 (Fri) “Internship Program Study Group”

In order to further enhance the industry-academia collaborative education program (formerly the internship program), we will hold a “Study Group on the Internship Program at the Host Institution“.

In this study group, we will share specific practical training cases and exchange opinions on acceptance.

We hope that this will help you build a better training program and reduce your anxiety.

The purpose of this study group is also to deepen the connection between host companies and between host companies and university career managers.

If you are a company or organization that is interested in accepting trainees or participating in this workshop, please feel free to contact the secretariat.

1. Date and time

Date & Time: Friday, February 14, 2025 15:00~17:00

Venue: Online (Zoom)

2. Program content (tentative)

(1) Outline and acceptance of industry-academia collaborative education programs

(2) Group discussion

【Theme】

– What was important in planning the training program?

・ Benefits of acceptance (good effect)

・ What did not go well in acceptance (issues)

・ Other impressions of acceptance, etc.
(3) Conclusion

*Reference: Pamphlet for host recipients

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto, Industry-Academia Collaborative Education Project Promotion Office
TEL 075-353-9106　FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

【Start of acceptance】Seminar on sharing examples of internationalization efforts by member universities ~Activities of overseas offices with full-time staff and trends in studying in Japan in Vietnam~

The Kyoto International Business Department, a consortium of universities, promotes the globalization of faculty and staff at member universities and shares examples of internationalization initiatives.

As part of this effort, we are pleased to announce that we have decided to hold the following seminar with the cooperation of the Ritsumeikan University ASEAN Office.

This is a project to share examples of internationalization efforts at universities among member universities, and to promote internationalization of universities and raise international awareness. Please feel free to join us.

【Theme】

Seminar on sharing examples of internationalization efforts by member universities

~Activities of Overseas Offices with Full-Time Staff and Trends in Studying in Japan in Vietnam~

・Initiatives of overseas bases such as ASEAN offices

(Training for local staff, significance of full-time staff stationing, etc.)

・Trends in studying in Japan in Vietnam

* After the seminar, we will set a time for participants to exchange opinions, share information, and exchange business cards.

【Target】

Faculty and staff of Kyoto member universities of the University Consortium

(Companies and students are also welcome to participate.)

【Date & Time】
Thursday, January 16, 2025 15:30~17:00 [Reception 15:15~]

[Place]
Campus Plaza Kyoto, 4th floor, Lecture Room 4 (face-to-face)

【Speakers and Agenda Providers】

Ritsumeikan School Corporation General Planning Department, General Planning Division

ASEAN Office (Hanoi) and India Office (Delhi)

Director: Shuhei Wakayama

[Number of participants]
50 people (Applications will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached)

【Application】
Please apply from the following URL.

https://forms.gle/ZgbhBaC12AWLJ3ME9

【Application Deadline】
Until 5 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025

As an opportunity to further raise the international awareness of each member and open up many perspectives

We hope it will be of some help to you, so please join us.

University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department
TEL：(075)353-9164
E-mail:kokusai@consortium.or.jp
　　

【11/9 (Sat)】”Project Planning Practical Course” Project Presentation (Result Presentation)

The project presentation of the industry-academia collaborative education program “Project Planning Practical Course” will be held at the following date and time.
The Project Planning Practical Course is a program in which students work as a team for about five months on themes and issues presented by the host company. At the project presentation on the last day of the lecture, each project team will present the results of their activities so far.
On the day of the event, the event will be held at Campus Plaza Kyoto, and each presentation will be available at the venue or online.
If you are a university student who is thinking of participating in an industry-academia collaborative education program next year, or if you are a company or organization that is interested in accepting trainees, please enjoy the culmination of the activities of each project team.

Reference: Click here for the 2023 project presentation → 2023 Achievement Presentation

Date & Time	Saturday, November 9, 2024 13:00~17:50
Application	If you would like to see it, please apply using this application form. Application deadline: Tuesday, November 5

schedule

*Schedule times may vary. Thank you for your understanding.

Message

Time	Summary
13:00~13:10	Opening Remarks
	Project Presentation Part I. (4 projects)
13:10~13:25Kansai	Winding Foil Industry Co., Ltd.
13:30~13:45Otsuki	Seal Printing Co., Ltd.
13:50~14:05Impact	Hub Kyoto
14:10~14:25	Kiko Network
14:30~14:40	Break
	Project Presentation Part II (4 projects)
14:40~14:55Insight	House Inc.
15:00~15:15Wine	Grocery Co., Ltd.
15:20~15:35Union	A Co., Ltd.
15:40~15:55MOTHERS	Inc.
16:00~16:20	Coffee Break
16:20~16:40	Reflection on each project
16：40～17：20	Presentation of comments by students for each project
17:20~17:50	from each coordinator, closing remarks, photo shoot

Project Introduction

project

Outline of	the host
Specified Non-Profit Organization Kiko Network	[Survey and information dissemination toward the realization of a decarbonized society and 100% renewable energy] In order to realize a decarbonized society, we will collect and disseminate information on “100% renewable energy” and “decarbonized regional development”, conduct surveys and research, hold events, and publicize it. Gain new skills and have experiences that will improve your imagination, creativity, and planning skills!
corporation Insight House	【Today’s Yamashina-san Project】 Walking around Yamashina, he listens to and collects the thoughts and stories of various people, from children to adults and the elderly, and gives them the form of interview articles and disseminates them to local people through websites, Facebook, free papers, circulation boards, picture books, etc. First of all, you will be active with the motto of “enjoy yourself”.
Kansai Winding Foil Industry corporation （KANMAKI）	[Let’s learn the power of “creating” × “telling”!] 】 In today’s manufacturing, “making” is not just about products. It is important to properly create information (content) and corporate culture (culture) and “communicate” it. I hope that you will learn this cycle through your work at KANMAKI and make use of it in your future job hunting and work life.
corporation Otsuki Seal Printing	[Rediscovery Label Interesting New Product Sticker Development] Our company is a “sticker shop in the town”. Stickers are familiar, but their uses are still unexplored. We will understand the actual practice of sticker printing, plan and develop products with a new sense, complete products, and think about and practice sales methods on the Internet. I’m looking forward to the students’ sensibilities!
General Incorporated Association Impact Hub Kyoto	[~Hanashi Field Lab Project~] Hanashi is a gathering place for the Gion Festival, which has a history of more than 1,000 years, and is called the “source of the capital” due to its historical background. Let’s learn about life and how to live in the field of such flower backs, and promote the “circulation of culture and economy” in Kyoto while aiming for the regeneration of the chimaki bamboo of the Gion Festival.
corporation Union A	[Let’s send out the free employment information magazine “Grandpa and Auntie” for young people to students who are worried] We plan and publish a job hunting magazine for young people in their 16 to 30s. I want to reach students and young people who are worried about their career path before they start job hunting or are in the middle of job hunting. Let’s think together from the beginning. I would like to use this as an opportunity for everyone to think carefully about “work” as well as the medium.
corporation Wine Grocery	[Planning and operation of wine seminars by wine specialty stores] Learn about wine through work at a high-end wine specialty store and a waigrocer, and try your hand at organizing wine seminars for students. Planning, planning, execution, and flexibility are cultivated. By becoming familiar with wine, which is also a common language around the world, you will be able to broaden your range as a member of society in the future.
corporation MOTHERS	[Buzz the food court of Sanga Stadium!] 】 Centered on the Sanga Stadium food court store, you will plan and operate a marketing strategy for collaboration product development and restaurant management with Kyoto Sanga F.C. Work is meaningless if it is not fun! Here are some tips on how to live your life excitedly!

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto, Industry-Academia Collaborative Education Project Promotion Office
TEL 075-353-9106 ／ FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

【Japan students × international students】AY2024 1st “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Project” ~ Premium Kyoto’s Oku-zashiki Experience ~ Call for Participants

The International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: Kyoto International Affairs Department, a consortium of universities) has decided to implement the “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Project” using the contribution from Kyoto City.

The first event will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024 in Ohara, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, and we will plan and hold a farm experience and a special visit to Ohara Sansenin, so we are looking for Japan students and international students to participate. Please don’t miss this opportunity and join us.

For details, please check the recruitment flyer and application page, and register as a user and apply for participation. We look forward to your participation.

1 Date & Time: Saturday, November 9, 2024, 9:00 a.m., scheduled to disband around 2:45 p.m.

2 Contents and itinerary:
9:00 Meeting (Keihan / Eden Demachiyanagi Station) and travel by chartered bus
10:00 Harvest experience and lunch at OHARA FARMY (barbecue scheduled)
12:40 Ohara Sansenin Special Visit/Dharma Talk After the event, move by chartered bus
Around 14:45 Dismissal (Keihan Demachi Yanagi Station)

3 Participation fee: Free

4 Capacity: 10 Japan students, 10 international students
(It’s on a first-come, first-served basis, so be quick!)　We will set a waiting list according to the application status. ）

5 Eligibility: Universities, vocational schools, Japanese schools, etc. that are members of the University Consortium Kyoto or the International Student Study Kyoto Network
Japan students or international students attending

6 How to apply: URL (https://va.apollon.nta.co.jp/premium_experience1109/joho?) MODE=top) or the following QR code.

Announcement of the start of acceptance for faculty and staff skill improvement training in 2024

Business Overview

As the globalization of higher education accelerates, such as the enhancement of support for international students and the promotion of collaborative projects with overseas universities, the English proficiency of university faculty and staff has become indispensable as a basic ability.
In addition, international students from many countries and regions have their own cultural backgrounds, and in order to communicate smoothly, it is essential to understand customs, social norms, religions, etc. beyond language.
For this reason, the University Consortium Kyoto aims to raise the level of practical skills and motivate students to improve their skills by providing training to improve English proficiency by conducting case studies in various situations and training to learn about cultures outside of English-speaking countries.

Outline of the event

Session 1: Saturday, July 20, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face lecture

Communication skills at university (English level: beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski

〈Finished〉

Session 2: Saturday, July 27, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Culture] *Online course
Training for understanding Chinese culture
Lecturer: Mr. Mao Xinghua

〈Finished〉

Session 3: Saturday, August 24, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Culture] *Online lecture

Training in Islamic culture with a focus on Southeast Asian countries
Lecturer: Ms. Hangarda Priyahita

〈Finished〉

Session 4: Saturday, September 14, 2024 and Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 13:30-16:30 [Language] *Online course

Business English Literacy: Cross-Cultural Understanding and Communication in English at University (English Level: Intermediate ~ Advanced)
Lecturer: Associate Professor Mikako Nishikawa, Nagasaki University

* The 4th session will be one training course for the first and second half of the course.

〈Finished〉

Session 5: Saturday, November 9, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face lecture
English Expressions for Email & Web Conferencing (English Level: Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski

〈Finished〉

Session 6: Saturday, November 30, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face lecture
Meeting and Discussion (English Level: Intermediate ~ Advanced)
Lecturer: Glenn Gregas

〈Finished〉

☆ For details on the training contents, participation fee, capacity, etc., and the application form, please check the following page.

>>2024 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Detail Page

* Regarding the decision of whether or not to attend, the 4th session will be around mid ~ end of August.
In addition, the 5th and 6th sessions will be announced sequentially around October.

University Consortium Kyoto, International Business Department
TEL：(075)353-9164 ／ FAX：(075)353-9101
e-mail: kokusai■consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)