We are pleased to announce that an open seminar will be held as follows:
■Date
11:00–14:00 Monday, 10 February 2025 (JST)
■Theme
Book Launch Seminar: International Student Mobility in Japan―Higher Education in the Era of the New Normal―
■Venue
Hybrid (In-Person & Online)
■Venue
In-Person:Kiteminsai Lab (Located in Hiroshima City near Hiroshima Station)
Address: Hiroshima JP Building 2F, 2-6 Matsubara-cho, Minami-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima
(Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8HrDK31rJjhoZmKx8)
* Maximum Capacity: 10 people
Online: Zoom
■Language
Japanese
■MC
SAKURAI, Yusuke (Hiroshima University)
■Lecturer
Kondo, Sachihiko(Osaka University), Okada, Akito(Tokyo University of Foreign Studies),
Sengoku, Yu（Shinshu University）Nakano, Ryoko(Tohoku University),
Ishikura, Yukiko(Osaka University), Nabeshima, Yuki( J. F. Oberlin University),
Chiba, Kaeko(Akita International University), Suematsu, Kazuko(Tohoku University)
■Abstract
We are hosting a book launch event to celebrate the publication of “International Student Mobility in Japan: Higher Education in the Era of the New Normal” published by Routledge. This book explores the current state of international student mobility and the internationalisation of higher education in Japan, offering a multifaceted scope of student experiences and challenges faced by higher education institutions during the post-pandemic “New Normal” era. The editors, Sachihiko Kondo (Osaka University), Yu Sengoku (Shinshu University), Ryoko Nakano (Tohoku University), and Akito Okada (Tokyo University of Foreign Studies), along with nine contributors, provide expert insights in each chapter. The book discusses the progress of globalisation in Japanese higher education and transformations in student support systems. It also focuses on the social, cultural, and linguistic challenges international students face and offers practical recommendations. This work is valuable not only for researchers and educators but also for international students and policymakers.
At the event, authors involved in the book will introduce their chapters and discuss the important themes covered in this book. A discussion on key topics and a Q&A session with participants is also planned. A representative from Taylor & Francis will also share insights into the publishing process for researchers. This event offers an opportunity to consider the current state and future of international student policies and research, and we hope for broad participation.
【Co-Organizer】
・J. F. Oberlin University College of Global Communication
・CIEE Osaka University
・Shinshu University Center for Global Education and Collaboration
・Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry
■Note
・Participation fee is free.
・Registration is open until 5PM on Friday, 7 February 2025 (JST).
・Internet access and a camera/microphone device required to participate online.
・Use your full name as your personal meeting ID when you enter the meeting room. If you do not, you may not be allowed to enter the meeting room.
・Recording/screenshots not allowed.
・The meeting URL will be emailed to you separately by the day before the meeting. If you do not receive the e-mail, please contact us at k-kokyo(at)office.hiroshima-u.ac.jp
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