【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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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. ↓↓↓

“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:075-222-3103075-353-9130
FAX:075-222-2902075-353-9101
MAIL: app-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp (Please change ■ to @)

Extension of the opening period of the study space at Campus Plaza Kyoto

In order to support students’ learning, Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto have collaborated to open a learning space equipped with a Wi-Fi environment and other facilities at Kyoto City University’s Town Exchange Center (nickname: Campus Plaza Kyoto) from June 9 to August 31, Reiwa 2 as part of the “Project for Creating an Environment for Student Learning.”

We would like to inform you that we will be extending the opening period of the learning space after reviewing some operations.

Please note that the following changes will be made after September 1st.

・The location is Campus Plaza Kyoto 6th floor, 6th Lecture Room, and 20 seats are available per section.

・The time zone of the usage classification will change.

Morning (9:00~12:40), Afternoon (13:00~17:40), Evening (18:00~21:00)

・Laptops are not available for rent. (Printers are available)

・ The management staff will not be stationed in the rental room at all times, but will patrol each time. As a general rule, please use it at the user’s own management.

 

* Please be sure to bring items that can confirm your eligibility (student ID, etc.) and seat reservation details (smartphone screen, etc.) as the management staff may check them.

 

< Attached> Extension of the opening period of the study space at Campus Plaza Kyoto

Opening of Student Study Space and Recruitment of Student Staff at Campus Plaza Kyoto

* Regarding the recruitment of student staff, the application acceptance has been closed due to the large number of applications.


Due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, many universities are conducting remote classes, and securing a learning environment where students can learn with peace of mind has become an issue.

In light of this situation, in order to support student learning, the University Consortium Kyoto and Kyoto City will collaborate to open a study space with a Wi-Fi environment and other facilities at Campus Plaza Kyoto and recruit student staff.

About Student Learning Spaces

At Campus Plaza Kyoto, we will provide an environment where Wi-Fi can be used, laptops and printers for rent, and a study space for students who can take remote classes and study on their own.

(1) Location

Campus Plaza Kyoto (939 Higashishiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto) 5 minutes each from Kyoto Station

(2) Students who can use this service (including graduate students and international students)

(1) Students of the University Consortium Kyoto

(2) Students attending vocational schools and Japanese educational institutions in Kyoto City

(3) Students living in Kyoto City who attend universities, junior colleges, vocational schools, and Japanese language institutions

(3) Establishment period

Tuesday, June 9, 2020 ~ Monday, August 31, 2020

* It will also be held on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and Mondays, which are closed days of Campus Plaza Kyoto.

(4) Usage time and classification of use

There are three divisions of 9:00~21:00 in the morning, afternoon, and night, and three categories can be used in one day.

[AM] 9:00~12:15 (Some days are available until 12:30)

[Afternoon] 12:40~17:40

[Night] 18:10~21:00

* The usage time of the study space is fixed, so if you are using it for remote classes, please pay attention to the start and end times of the class.

(5) Number of users

Up to 150 people per day (varies from day to day depending on the availability of rental meeting rooms at Campus Plaza Kyoto) )

(6) How to make a reservation

Please make a reservation on the website of the University Consortium Kyoto from the “Student City Kyoto Learning Environment Support System”.

Kyoto, a city of students, an environmental support system for learning

https://www.mansitunoyokan.jp/Campusplaza_SeatReservation/

(7) Others

Free Wi-Fi is available.

・Prepare 20 laptops for rent. (Application is required at the time of reservation in the system.) Order of arrival. )

・Prepare a shared printer (A4, black and white only).

Recruitment of Student Staff [Closed]

We are looking for short-term temporary staff (part-time jobs) to work as receptionists for student study spaces for university students whose economic situation has deteriorated due to the closure or suspension of employment at part-time jobs due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, or a decrease in work shifts.

(1) Location

Campus Plaza Kyoto (939 Higashishiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto) 5 minutes each from Kyoto Station

(2) Eligibility (including graduate students and international students)

(1) Students of the University Consortium Kyoto

(2) Students attending vocational schools and Japanese educational institutions in Kyoto City

(3) Students living in Kyoto City who attend universities, junior colleges, vocational schools, and Japanese language institutions

* Foreign nationals must be able to have daily conversations in Japanese.

(3) Status

Temporary employees employed by a temporary staffing company contracted by the University Consortium Kyoto (Maruzen Yushodo Co., Ltd.)

(4) Business description

Reception of students using the study space, preparation, tidying up, and patrolling the study space, management of printers, temperature measurement of users (non-contact), etc.

* We will lend you necessary hygiene items (face shields, masks, etc.).

(5) Contract period

Tuesday, June 9, 2020 ~ Monday, August 31, 2020 *No renewal, trial period available

(6) Working hours and remuneration

・ Actual work 6 hours between 8:45 ~ 21:15 (no break) * Working days and hours are available for consultation

・ Work about 1~3 days a week (work will be based on a shift system)

・ Hourly wage 1,120 yen + transportation expenses (payment standards apply)

* If you work 2 days a week (8 days a month), about 50,000 yen per month

(7) Number of applicants

・30~50 people are planned.

(8) Application Period and Application Method

・From 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2020, please apply by e-mail from the link below.
Due to the large number of applications, we have closed the application period and deleted the link.

* If there are a large number of applications, the application may be stopped in the middle of the application period.

* Depending on the application status, additional applications may be recruited.

 

(9) Selection

Scheduled interviews via web, etc.

To all students who need support due to the impact of the new coronavirus infection Mr./Ms. (Updated on May 29)

Due to the impact of the new coronavirus infection, I think that all students Mr./Ms. have financial difficulties and anxiety about going to school.
This time, we have compiled a list of systems that students can use and apply for.We will update the information from time to time, so please make use of it.

In addition, some universities may have systems such as deferral or deferral of tuition payment, or tuition reductions and exemptions unique to universities.
Please contact the office of each university.

About benefits

Kyoto City Special Fixed-Amount Benefit

It describes how to apply for and receive special fixed-amount benefits, as well as the schedule.

○ Kyoto City Special Fixed-Amount Benefit (Kyoto City)
https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/bunshi/page/0000268818.html

“Emergency Student Support Grant” for “Continuation of Learning”

Scholarships are provided to students (including international students) at national and private universities (including graduate schools), junior colleges, technical colleges, and vocational schools.
The application deadline varies depending on the school, so be sure to contact the office of the school where you are enrolled.

○ “Emergency Grant for Student Support” (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology)
https://www.mext.go.jp/a_menu/koutou/hutankeigen/mext_00686.html

○ Application Guide (PDF)
https://www.mext.go.jp/content/20200520_mxt_gakushi01_000007321_01.pdf

About the Scholarship System

Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Scholarship

Students who are already enrolled in university are eligible. For details on the application procedure, please contact your school.

○ Support for those whose household finances have suddenly changed due to the impact of the new coronavirus infection (Japan Student Services Organization)
https://www.jasso.go.jp/shogakukin/kyufu/kakei_kyuhen/coronavirus.html

Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Loan Scholarship

Those who are currently enrolled in a junior college, university, graduate school, vocational school (vocational course), or technical college are eligible.
Apply at the school you are currently enrolled in.

○Emergency recruitment / emergency recruitment (Japan Student Services Organization)
https://www.jasso.go.jp/shogakukin/moshikomi/kinkyu_okyu/index.html

About loans

Welfare Fund Loans (Special Loans such as Emergency Microloan Loans) [For a wide range of households]

This is a system that provides interest-free loans of up to 200,000 yen to households that have lost income due to the impact of the new coronavirus infection and need a loan to maintain their livelihood urgently and temporarily. Please contact the Kyoto City Council of Social Welfare.

○ Special Emergency Small-Lot Fund and Special Comprehensive Support Fund (Kyoto City Council of Social Welfare)
https://www.syakyo-kyoto.net/cv_ktcont01.html

Welfare Fund Loan (Educational Support Fund) [Low-income households]

This is a system that allows low-income households to receive interest-free loans of up to 65,000 yen per month (in the case of universities) for expenses necessary to study at a university.
We also provide loans of up to 500,000 yen for the expenses necessary for admission.
Please contact your ward social welfare council.

○ For those who need educational funds (education support funds) (Kyoto City Council of Social Welfare)
https://www.syakyo-kyoto.net/soudanshitai/kurashi/kyoikushien.html

Telephone and Internet Charges

○ Free of charge for students and others who have exceeded the communication capacity of mobile phones (Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications)
https://www.soumu.go.jp/menu_seisaku/gyoumukanri_sonota/covid-19/ict.html

Related HP

○ To Mr./Ms. all students who need support for tuition fees due to the influence of the new coronavirus infection (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology)
https://www.mext.go.jp/a_menu/koutou/hutankeigen/1420041_00003.htm

○ Financial support for students affected by the new coronavirus infection (Kyoto City)
https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/sogo/page/0000269317.html

 

(Kyoto City Board of Education) Temporary recruitment of part-time staff for university students and others due to the spread of new coronavirus infections


The Kyoto City Board of Education is temporarily recruiting part-time staff (fiscal year appointees) to assist in the operation of schools and kindergartens after the resumption of educational activities and to provide guidance to children in club activities, etc., for university students and others whose economic situation has deteriorated due to the closure of part-time jobs, suspension of employment, reduction of work shifts, etc. due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection.

Please see here for details. (Reception period: From 1 p.m. on Monday, May 25, Reiwa 2 to noon on Friday, May 29)

(Kyoto City Board of Education) Temporary recruitment of part-time staff for university students due to the spread of new coronavirus infections (external link)

* If the number of applications greatly exceeds the number of applicants, it may be terminated without notice.

【Closed】 Temporary recruitment of part-time staff for university students and others due to the spread of new coronavirus infections


In Kyoto City, we would like to introduce the temporary recruitment of part-time staff (fiscal year appointees) for university students and others whose economic situation has deteriorated due to the closure of part-time jobs, suspension of employment, reduction of work shifts, etc. due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection.

Please see here for details (Application start date: May 15, 2nd year of Reiwa (Friday) 13:00~).

* Due to the large number of applications, the application period has ended.

Temporary recruitment of part-time staff for university students and others due to the spread of new coronavirus infections (external link)

https://www.city.kyoto.lg.jp/gyozai/page/0000269565.html

* If the number of applications greatly exceeds the number of applicants, it may be terminated without notice.


Announcement of “University Consortium Kyoto Medium- to Long-Term Plan “Stage 5 Plan (2019-2023)” Project Progress Report Meeting”

Since its establishment in 1994, the Foundation has developed a variety of initiatives as the first university consortium organization in Japan and as a platform for university and regional collaboration, collaborating with its 48 member universities and junior colleges in collaboration with local communities, industry, business associations, and local governments.

In March 2019, we formulated the Fifth Stage Plan, a five-year medium-term plan from fiscal 2019 to fiscal 2023, and are currently developing initiatives.

We would like to inform you that we will hold the following debriefing session to report on the progress of this project and the project promotion policy from FY2020 onwards to member schools and citizens.

 

1 Date and time

Wednesday, February 12, 2020 19:00~19:45 (Reception starts at 18:45)

 

2 Locations

Campus Plaza Kyoto, 2nd Floor, Conference Room 1

 

3 Contents

Progress of the Stage 5 Plan and Achievement of Numerical Targets

 

4 How to apply

Please send the following information by e-mail between Wednesday, January 29, 2020 and Wednesday, February 5, 2020.

   Name, attributes (students, faculty and staff, government officials, Kyoto citizens, etc.)

   Contact information (e-mail address)

 

[Destination Email]

pf-kyoto-mlconsortium.or.jp Change * to @.

 

5 Miscellaneous

On the day of the event, representatives from member universities and organizations of the Foundation will also participate.

Please note that the number of participants may be adjusted depending on the status of the application.

 

6 Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto (Morita, Sugama)
TEL: 075-353-9130 (Reception hours: 9:00~17:00 except Sundays and Mondays)

Conclusion of a Partnership Agreement between the Regional Cultural Creation Headquarters of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the University Consortium Kyoto

The Regional Cultural Creation Division of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the University Consortium Kyoto have concluded a partnership agreement to exchange, cooperate, and utilize each other’s human, intellectual, and material resources.
Based on this agreement, the Agency for Cultural Affairs will promote specific collaborations, such as strengthening the network between the Regional Cultural Creation Headquarters of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto, as well as mutual cooperation in the projects implemented by each of them.

Outline of the Agreement
[Purpose]
In order to promote policies that promote the promotion of culture and the arts, regional cultural creation, and the enhancement of learning in Japan through cooperation between the Agency for Cultural Affairs and universities, we will aim to foster momentum for the relocation of the Agency for Cultural Affairs to Kyoto and to further develop the university city of Kyoto by concluding a partnership agreement to promote mutual exchange, cooperation, and utilization of human, intellectual, and material resources.

[Cooperation Matters]
○ In order to achieve the above objectives, the Regional Cultural Creation Headquarters of the Agency for Cultural Affairs and the University Consortium Kyoto will collaborate and cooperate in research and information exchange, personnel exchange, human resource development, facility use, and other matters that both parties deem necessary.
○ The University Consortium Kyoto will cooperate in promoting collaboration between the member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto and the Creation Headquarters.

[Date of conclusion]
March 23, 2019