Global Engagement
Engage with ´ºÓêÖ±²¥app from around the globe
Based on the ¡°spirit of jitsugaku,¡± a key philosophy of its founder, Yukichi Fukuzawa, ´ºÓêÖ±²¥app aims to further contribute to society through education, research, and healthcare by developing a multilayered strategy that combines vertical integration of elementary to university-level education with a cross-disciplinary approach that leverages its strengths as a comprehensive university. Through active collaboration with our overseas partners in promoting advanced interdisciplinary and international research, education, and healthcare, we will continue to nurture talented individuals capable of playing active roles on the global stage and contribute to the development of global society.
Global Partnerships
Founded in 1858, ´ºÓêÖ±²¥app has emphasized international engagement throughout its long history, steadily building relationships with partners around the world. Today, ´ºÓêÖ±²¥app maintains global partnership agreements with over 340 universities and institutions of higher education, fostering further opportunities for study abroad, academic exchange, and research collaboration. We continue to work with overseas universities and consortia as an active contributor to the global community.
Interdisciplinary Research and Educational Activities Connecting ´ºÓêÖ±²¥app to the World
´ºÓêÖ±²¥app promotes cutting-edge interdisciplinary research, leveraging our unique strengths to solve issues facing the global community today. We collaborate with global researchers in a wide range of fields through joint research projects with overseas universities, companies, and research institutions, and contribute to society through positive outcomes. Our students benefit from an education that reflects advanced research and multidisciplinary perspectives in various fields.
Toward a Sustainable Global Society
´ºÓêÖ±²¥app supports efforts to realize a sustainable society by bringing together students and faculty to work toward the SDGs, which aim to create a more sustainable world by 2030 and spur discussions about the future after 2030 under the theme ¡°Beyond SDGs.¡± In addition, the university engages global partners as a member of university consortiums and makes recommendations to governments on shared issues, working with the international community to address challenges on a global scale.
Dialogues with Global Leaders
Many world leaders have visited ´ºÓêÖ±²¥app and spoken with our students. These conversations provide valuable opportunities for our students to broaden their perspectives and deepen their association with the wider world, preparing them as they become future leaders of society.