Utsunomiya University Utsunomiya University's Motto
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国立大学法人 AN INTRODUCTION TO Utsunomiya University Utsunomiya University's Motto “A wealth of ideas to the community and new knowledge to the world” The expansive University campuses are situated in a natural setting abounding in greenery. There are restaurants, a shopping mall, a cinema complex and other amenities located nearby. Students can live comfortably and enjoy themselves while studying at the University. Location Utsunomiya University is located approximately 100 kilometers north of Tokyo in the city of Utsunomiya, the prefectural capital of Tochigi. The traveling time to Tokyo is about 50 minutes by high-speed Shinkansen train and 80 minutes by ordinary train. It takes approximately three hours to reach Narita Airport by expressway limousine bus. The Tokyo Sky Tree broadcasting tower, soaring to a height of 634 meters and completed in the spring of 2012, is approximately two hours away by train on the Tobu Utsunomiya Line. Notable sites near Utsunomiya that always attract many tourists include Nikko, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Kinugawa Hot Springs and the Nasu vacationing area. Contents Introduction Campus Map Message from the President .............................................3 Mine Campus ...................................................... 21 The University’s Mission and Vision.................................4 Yoto Campus Branch.......................................... 22 What’s the Reason Why Utsunomiya University is so Delicious!? ...5 International Exchange......................................................6 Exchange Agreements with Overseas International Students at Utsunomiya University ..............7 Universities Dormitories, International House.......................................8 University to University Exchange Agreements..... 23 Faculty/Institute to Faculty/Institute Exchange Agreements .... 24 Department The University's Mission and Vision.................... 24 Faculty of International Studies.........................................9 Faculty of Education........................................................11 History Faculty of Engineering.....................................................13 Historical Sketch ................................................. 25 Faculty of Agriculture ......................................................15 Statistics University Institutes for Education and Research Staff ..................................................................... 26 Center for Education and Research of Community Collaboration ..17 Student Enrollments............................................ 27 Weed Science Center Graduate Schools................................................ 28 Media Network Center Number of International Students ....................... 30 Center for International Exchange Collaboration Center for Research and Development Center for Bioscience Research & Education Admissions Intellectual Property Center Admissions.......................................................... 31 Center for Career Education and Services Faculties .............................................................. 31 Liberal and General Education Center Graduate Schools................................................ 32 Center for Optical Research & Education (CORE) Number of Employed Graduates (by industry).... 33 Facilities Attached to the Faculties Facilities Center for Multicultural Public Sphere (CMPS)...............19 Health Service Center ......................................... 34 Integrated Research Center for Educational Practice, Faculty of Education University Library................................................. 34 Attached Schools, Faculty of Education Innovation Center for Research and Engineering Education, Faculty of Engineering University Farm, Faculty of Agriculture Access Map University Forests, Faculty of Agriculture From Narita/From Haneda .................................. 35 Satoyama Science Research Center From Tokyo ......................................................... 35 Financial Aid .............................................. 20 Information ................................................. 36 2 Message from the President The fundamental goal of Utsunomiya University is to improve the welfare of mankind and contribute to world peace through distinctive high-quality education and research as an institution open to society. The university is comprised of four faculties; the Faculty of International Studies, the Faculty of Education, the Faculty of Engineering, and the Faculty of Agriculture. Graduates of this university can be found all over Japan and around the world. Utsunomiya University believes in taking the wide-view and balanced approach of training highly specialized professionals who will be active in the international arena. We accomplish this by combining a strong liberal arts education with specialized professional training. Our education system and curriculum produce a “Four Year Integrated Education.” Let me illustrate this with three examples. 1 Five years ago, we launched a new English program with the theme, “Showering our Students with English.” University-wide average TOEIC scores went up 44 points even though the focus of the instruction was not TOEIC, but learning communication skills while having fun. I hope that everyone can grow in their English skills by being “showered” with English. 2 From the fiscal year of 2013, we started a new program called “Learning+1.” This program challenges students to find and develop their own abilities through studying a wide range of subjects at the university and to take an active role in the global development of human resources. We will continue to build and support this program. 3 Lastly, I don’t want to overlook mentioning something about the employment rate. As a national university in a metropolitan area, the employment rate for Utsunomiya University graduates is top-class. Our Career Education and Services Center provides each individual with the support system needed to ensure that each student is prepared to find work. Utsunomiya University exists for the students. We want our students to remember with pride the time that they spent studying here. We, at Utsunomiya University, are committed to supporting our students. Everyone, why not come and study at Utsunomiya University? President of Utsunomiya University Takeo Shinmura 3 The University’ s Mission and Vision Utsunomiya University’ s Mission and Vision Utsunomiya University’s fundamental mission is to improve the welfare of mankind and contribute to world peace through distinctive high-quality education and research as an institution open to society. To achieve this goal, we have established the following three fundamental policies. 1. Utsunomiya University will offer its students a broad, in-depth education, along with practical expertise, so that they can develop the abilities and skills necessary to open new doors to the future. 2. Utsunomiya University will promote top-level research focused on the development of a sustainable society. 3. Utsunomiya University will aggressively expand activities that learn from and contribute to both the local community and the international community. Based on this mission and vision, we have the following educational objectives. Utsunomiya University’ s Educational Objectives Utsunomiya University aims to develop students who are professionally trained in their field of study and are capable of making well-balanced decisions based on a broad vision and a compassion for mankind. Specifically: 1. Utsunomiya University’ s general education program provides the literacy needed in this modern society, a broad, in-depth education and a deep compassion for mankind, plus the integration of knowledge and the ability to take action. 2. Utsunomiya University provides the specialized education needed to enable students to acquire practical and professional knowledge. 3. Both of the above are intricately linked through four years of education so that students will develop the problem-solving skills necessary to pave the way to a “New Society.” 4 What’ s the Reason Why Utsunomiya University is so Delicious!? Career Planning Support Of course, finding a job after you graduate is important. To support your career choice, Utsunomiya University has established the Center for Career Education and Services. Six full-time professional staff members are there to help you effectively plan your four years at the university so that you can find work in the field of your choice. In addition, four career counselors are available to give you advice. Due to this support and our students’ efforts, the Utsunomiya University graduate employment rate is as follows: Kanto Did you know that Utsunomiya University ranks at the Liberal Arts top of national universities in terms of percentage of Ranking University Faculty % Employed Rankings 1-3 were Private Universities graduates finding work? 4 Public Hitotsubashi Commerce and Management 93.7 5 Private Japan College of Social Work Social Welfare 93.6 In terms of students finding employment after graduation: 6 Public Hitotsubashi Social Sciences 92.4 7 Public Utsunomiya Education 92.2 In liberal arts, Utsunomiya University ranks Number 2 in Japan 7 Public Tokyo Education 92.2 (Hitotsubashi University is first) and in the field of science, Science Utsunomiya University ranks first! Rankings 1-19 were Private and Public Universities, Faculties of Health and Pharmacy 20 Public Utsunomiya Agriculture 92.6 21 Private Saitama Medical Uni. Health & Medical Care 92.1