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【Internship】Notice of publication of intern deliverables

 

This summer, the results of the interns accepted online are posted on our website.
https://consortiumkyoto-internship.jp/outcome/

 

In 2020, the internship program was forced to be canceled due to the impact of the coronavirus. Many students must have been disappointed because they could not have contact with companies.

Therefore, under the theme of “Let’s deliver an opportunity to think about what it means to work in the future,” the interns interviewed two Kyoto companies about what they want to hear now, such as “new initiatives in the Corona disaster” and “the power we want from students”!

All nine days were held online, and five students from overseas, the Kanto region, and the Kansai region wrote the articles and created the layout.
Please read on!

【Information】Notice of System Maintenance

Please note that due to system maintenance, you will not be able to browse the website of the University Consortium Kyoto during the following hours.

Maintenance date and time: Monday, November 16, 2020 21:00~24:00


* The time may vary slightly depending on the work situation.
* For the “Availability Inquiry” page of Campus Plaza Kyoto, you can also view the maintenance hours at the following URL.
http://reserve.consortium.or.jp/reserve/rsvwebsys/index.html


We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.


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【Internship】Notice of Homepage Renewal

 

This time, the homepage of the internship business has been completely renewed.

https://consortiumkyoto-internship.jp/

In this renewal, we have made improvements so that we can provide information that is easier to see and understand for all students who are considering applying and for companies and organizations that are considering accepting Mr./Ms..

It also includes testimonials from alumni experiences, messages from companies and organizations to students, and information for companies and organizations!

The new website was designed based on the following concept.

“Through the internship of the University Consortium Kyoto, students and students from other universities will be linked with Kyoto society.

We will continue to aim for an easy-to-use site and enhance the content. Thank you for your continued support.

 

Introduction of wireless LAN and eduroam to rental conference rooms, etc.

Thank you for using Campus Plaza Kyoto.

We have introduced a wireless LAN environment in all rental meeting rooms.

In addition, the mutual use of campus wireless LAN between primary, secondary, and higher education institutions and research institutes will be realized

We have also introduced “eduroam“, which is an international network roaming mechanism.

We will continue to strive to improve the convenience and service of our users, so please continue to use our hotel.

Best regards.

 

The following is how to use wireless LAN in rental conference rooms.

Available area

　1st floor Student Plus (space available only to students)

　2nd floor: Conference rooms 1~3, halls, Japanese-style rooms

　4th floor, Lecture Room 2~4

　5th floor: Lecture Room 1, Seminar Room 1~5

　6th floor No. 5~6 lecture room

How to use

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When using the rental conference room, please receive a password entry sheet at the reception desk on the 1st floor, follow the distribution manual, and enter your ID and password on the authentication page.

(ID and password are valid only on the day of the event)

and university staff who have id=”gid_0″>eduroam connection information)

In the above available areas, the connection to eduroam will be carried out automatically.

After connecting, you will be able to use the Internet.

* If the connection is not done automatically, please connect to eduroam manually.

* Please use the connection account ID and password issued by your organization. Please note that it cannot be issued by the museum.

* When using the Internet, some sites may add settings for connection information in accordance with the security policy of the hotel. Please contact the reception desk for details.

What to do if you request not to use Campus Plaza Kyoto to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infections after October 1, 2020

 

For reservations for use of Campus Plaza Kyoto that meet the following reservation conditions, if you are forced to cancel your reservation due to the influence of the new coronavirus infection, you may be able to receive a full refund of the usage fee or usage fee that has already been paid (if you have not paid it, you will not be asked to pay it).

1 Applicable
booking conditions 　 If all of the following (1), (2), (3), and (4) are satisfied:

(1) Reservations made from October 1, 2020 (Thursday) to March 31, 2021 (Wednesday)

(Reservations for use after FY2021 are not eligible)

(2) As of Friday, April 10, 2020, an application for use (reservation application) has been made.

(3) When it is not possible to respond to changes in the date of use, postponement, etc.

(4) The cancellation procedure must be completed by Sunday, December 27, 2020.

2 Miscellaneous

Reservations that do not meet any of the above reservation conditions will be cancelled in accordance with the normal terms and conditions of use.

We will take action.

　　 Regarding the use of facilities under the jurisdiction of the city after October 1, 2nd year of Reiwa (Kyoto City)

Dissemination of a Joint Message by the University Consortium Kyoto and Kyoto City


We are pleased to announce that the University Consortium Kyoto (48 universities, including all universities and junior colleges in Kyoto City) and Kyoto City
At the start of the second semester of classes at universities and other institutions, we have decided to jointly send out a message of support for students who are anxious due to the coronavirus pandemic.

This message is intended to be disseminated by the university and the government as one by deepening discussions at the “University Town Kyoto Summer Meeting” (*) and other events in order to support students who are living student life in Kyoto even during the coronavirus pandemic as a whole as a city.

* A meeting between the presidents of Kyoto member universities and the mayor of Kyoto



↓↓↓Click to see a PDF of the message. ↓↓↓

【For Students】10/10 (Sat) “TOEFL iBT® Test Skill Improvement Online Seminar”

accession“TOEFL iBT Test Skill Improvement Online Seminar” (free) for university students!

CIEE, the TOEFL test office of Japan, and the University Consortium Kyoto will hold a preparatory seminar by ETS-certified trainers for university students who are considering taking the TOEFL iBT test (limited to students belonging to member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto).
This seminar will be held as a seminar for beginners, so if you are thinking of taking the TOEFL test to study abroad in the future, or if you want to know how to study for the TOEFL and how to prepare, please join us.
This year, the event will be held online using Zoom, so you can participate from home!

Participation is free.
The final deadline for applications is Monday, October 5, but please note that the deadline will be as soon as the capacity is reached.

* We received a large number of applications that exceeded the capacity.
The registration for this seminar was closed at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23.

 

The TOEFL test is the most widely accepted English language test in the world, and more than 9,000 institutions in 130 countries, including almost all universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, use TOEFL test scores as proof of English proficiency, admission, recommendation, scholarships, and graduation.
In addition, more than 30 million people around the world have taken the test so far, making it an indispensable test for students who aspire to study abroad. In Japan, it is used as a guide for internal credit recognition at educational institutions, preferential treatment for entrance examinations, and selection for overseas dispatch.

Click here for seminar outline → TOEFL iBT Test Seminar Flyer

Date & Time:

Saturday, October 10, 2020 10:00~12:30 (Zoom entry starts at 9:45~)

Venue:

Please prepare an Internet environment that can access the online course and a computer with a camera and microphone function, and access it from a convenient location.

Target:

Students enrolled in a member university of the University Consortium Kyoto who fall under the following categories:

・Those who are just starting to study for the TOEFL iBT test or those who have recently started

・ Those who have taken exams and want to know how to study effectively

Capacity:

50 people (first-come, first-served basis) → due to popular demand, the number of participants will be expanded!
October 5 (Mon) 12:00 Registration deadline　
We received a large number of applications, and the application deadline has been closed (9/23)

* Please note that if there are a large number of applications, it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.

Lecturer:

ETS Certified Trainer Chiaki Taoka (Lecturer, Kobe Jogakuin University )

Contents:

– Preparation of Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing sections

・How to study for the TOEFL iBT test

・Introduction of TOEFL iBT test-specific questions and teaching materials

*Lectures will be conducted in Japanese.

Co-organizers: University Consortium Kyoto / CIEE International Educational Exchange Council

Inquiries
[TOEFL®テスト日本事務局]
CIEE International Educational Exchange Council www.toefl–ibt.jp/test_takers/
Email: seminar■cieej.or.jp (Please change ■ to @)

Outline of the presentation in Kyoto in English

Why don’t you actually experience the traditional culture of Japan and learn the know-how to give a presentation about Kyoto and Japan in English so that you can introduce Kyoto and Japan culture in English when people from overseas ask you, “What kind of country is Japan?”
You are planning to study abroad, are interested in studying abroad, or want to explain Kyoto and Japan to people overseas in Japan… Mr./Ms., please join us!
*Those who wish to complete this training will be appointed by Kyoto City to become “Kyoto PR Student Ambassadors” who will promote the charms of Kyoto to the world during their study abroad periods.
　　　
 ~~Outline of “Presentation on Kyoto in English” ~~

A total of six half-day training sessions will be held to learn English expressions about Kyoto’s tourist attractions and the traditional culture of Kyoto and Japan.
〈Training day (6 sessions in total)〉
Method: Online training using Zoom (some face-to-face training) Time: 13:30~17:00 (with breaks)
1. Saturday, October 17, 2020: [Online] (1) Ice Break, Introduction to Japan and Kyoto ~ About Japan and Kyoto in English
Learn ~ (2) Learn expressions that explain traditional Japan culture in English
2. Saturday, October 24, 2020: [Face-to-face] Traditional Culture: Hands-on experience of tea ceremony and flower arrangement
3. Saturday, October 31, 2020: [Online] (1) Mini presentation in English (2) Discussion with international students
4. Saturday, November 14, 2020: [Online] Learn about Kyoto’s famous places, events, souvenirs, etc.
5. Saturday, November 21, 2020: [Online] Learn about food, clothing, housing, education, etc. in Japan and Kyoto
6. Saturday, November 28, 2020: [Online] Personal Presentation
◎ Eligibility: All of the following conditions must be met.
1. Be a student at a member university or junior college of the University Consortium Kyoto
(It does not matter what course you are enrolled in (undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral program))
2. Ability to participate in all training sessions
3. Your English score must be one of the following:
IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL iBT 63 / TOEIC 650 or higher
4. Interested in international exchange and cross-cultural understanding
5. You must have access to the Internet and a computer with a camera and microphone function that can access the online training.

◎ Capacity: about 20 people
◎ Fee: 2,500 yen (total amount for all 6 sessions, including reference materials and actual expenses for exercises)
* Please pay in cash (as little change as possible) on Saturday, October 24th.
*Please bear your own expenses and transportation expenses related to online classes.
◎ Application period: September 2, 2020 (Wednesday) ~ September 30, 2020 (Wednesday) 12:00　
* If there are a large number of applicants, we will notify you by e-mail by Saturday, October 3 after a lottery.
◎ Application guidelines:
Please apply using this application form.

We look forward to hearing from you!

◎ Notes:
Please note that in light of the social situation regarding self-restraint in events to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infections, this project may be canceled (or postponed) or the content may be changed even at the last minute.

“University Town Kyoto, Student Town Kyoto” Official App KYO-DENT

Kyoto students themselves have developed an app for students to live a fulfilling student life in Kyoto!

I want to change myself and find something new during my student life in Kyoto. I want to know a world that I don’t know …….
KYO-DENT is an app for students in Kyoto.

▶ Click here for the “KYO-DENT” flyer

You can use the Kyoto City Campus Cultural Partners System!

◆ In Kyoto City, in order to deepen students’ understanding of culture and art and enrich student life by providing students with an environment where they can become familiar with culture and art, and by providing opportunities to build contacts with the local community through participation in cultural and artistic activities, the “Kyoto City Campus Cultural Partners System” has been implemented since the 22nd academic year. We have set up.

◆ By presenting your in-app membership card and student ID, you can enter Nijo Castle, Kyoto City Kyocera Museum of Art, and Kyoto City Zoo for 100 yen.

◆Click here for details on the Kyoto City Campus Cultural Partners System and target facilities.

Mr./Ms. more! What you can do with KYO-DENT

◆ News
Kyoto City, University Consortium Kyoto, local companies, etc., deliver news for students that will lead to the enrichment of learning!

◆ Event Calendar
Distributing event information for students unique to Kyoto in calendar format!

◆ Deals
Information on stores and facilities that offer student discounts and other services for students is distributed on the map and by category!

◆ Map function
Introducing spots that are a good place for students. Transfer information is also available.


◆ Points
By using the app to read articles, you can accumulate points that can be exchanged for your favorite electronic money (more than 120 types in total)!

◆ Kyo Mebae
As you log in to the app and use the app, the “sprouts” of Kyoto vegetables will grow, and you will earn points in the app by harvesting Kyoto vegetables!

 

Download it here!

Click here to see the passion of the students involved in the development of KYO-DENT!

▶ Click here for the development

▶ Article
published on the website of the Kyoto Student Public Relations Department “Kotokare” An app for students developed by university students in Kyoto! I asked about the charm of “KYO-DENT”!



Inquiries

“Improving the Attractiveness of Learning and Attractiveness Unique to Kyoto” Council Secretariat
Kyoto City Planning Bureau, Policy Office, University Policy / Research and Public Relations Department, University Consortium Kyoto
TEL：075-222-3103／075-353-9130
FAX：075-222-2902／075-353-9101
MAIL: app-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp (Please change ■ to @)