【Event Report】University Consortium Kyoto and the United Nations University SDG Corporate Strategy Forum Co-hosted “SDGs Addressed by Companies”

The University Consortium Kyoto and the United Nations University SDG Corporate Strategy Forum will co-host the project “SDGs Addressed by Companies”.

Based on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations and set by 2030, domestic companies are also developing activities to achieve the SDGs.

Since interest in the SDGs is growing among students, we will hold an online seminar (3 times in total) for students to share the SDGs initiatives of prominent companies in Japan.

\\ What is the SDG Corporate Strategy Forum? //
“The management of the company,Aiming to realize a sustainable society through the dissemination of the SDGs in strategic divisionsSumotsu
Contribute to the long-term and sustainable growth of the company.”Founded in 2017 with the goal of
The only country with headquarters in JapanPart-time work between the United Nations University (UNU) and about 20 leading companies in JapanNeurship.
In 2020, we collaborated with Kyoto City on the social implementation of the SDGs.

Outline of the event

【Format】 Webinar via Zoom Webinar
Target: Graduate students, university students, junior college students (regardless of faculty or department)
Organizer: University Consortium Kyoto
United Nations University SDG Enterprise Strategy Forum
【Capacity】500 people each time (free of charge, first-come, first-served basis, pre-registration required)

program

Part 1
10/7(Wed)

It has ended. Thank you very much for your application, Mr./Ms..

Application Period: 9/16 (Wed) – 10/5 (Mon)

(1) Orientation
(2) “The United Nations University’s SDGs Initiatives and the SDGs Corporate Strategy Forum”
Daikan Oki (Senior Vice-Rector, United Nations University, Chair of the SDG Corporate Strategy Forum)
(3) Examples of SDGs initiatives (1)
Japan Tobacco Co., Ltd. (JT)
(4) Discussion and Q&A
Japan Tobacco Co., Ltd. (JT)
Daikan Oki (Senior Vice-Rector, United Nations University, Chair of the SDG Corporate Strategy Forum)

Part 2
11/6(Fri)

It has ended. Thank you very much for your application, Mr./Ms..

Application period: 9/16 (Wed) – 11/4 (Wed)

(1) Orientation
(2) Examples of SDGs initiatives (2)
　Lion Corporation
(3) Examples of SDGs initiatives (3)
　UCC Holdings Corporation
(4) Discussion and Q&A
　Lion Corporation
UCC Holdings Corporation
　Ryuji Kitajima (Secretary-General, SDG Corporate Strategy Forum, Attorney-at-Law)

3rd
12/8(Tue)

It has ended. Thank you very much for your application, Mr./Ms..

Application Period: 9/16 (Wed) – 12/4 (Fri)

(1) Orientation
(2) Examples of SDGs initiatives (4)
Toyota Motor Corporation
(3) Discussion and Q&A
Toyota Motor Corporation
Yoshio Nakatani (President, Ritsumeikan University)
Katsutaka Shiraishi (Vice President, Ryukoku University, Professor, Department of Policy Studies, Faculty of Policy Studies)
Daikan Oki (Senior Vice-Rector, United Nations University, Chair of the SDG Corporate Strategy Forum)

Profiles of the 1st Seminar Speakers

Yoshimasa Mukai (General Manager, Sustainability Management Department, Japan Tobacco Co., Ltd.)

Born in Kyoto. After graduating from the Faculty of Letters, Kyoto University in 1992, he joined JT. He served as Deputy General Manager of the IR and Public Relations Department, General Manager of the Audit Department, General Manager of the Planning Department of the Beverage Division, and General Manager of the Corporate Planning Department.

Daikan Oki (Senior Vice Rector, United Nations University, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations)

Graduated from the Faculty of Engineering, University of Tokyo, Ph.D. (Engineering, 1993, The University of Tokyo), Weather Forecaster. After working as an assistant at the Institute of Industrial Science at the University of Tokyo and as an associate professor at the Research Institute for Humanity and Nature at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, he became a professor at the University of Tokyo in 2006. He has been in his current position since October 2016. He also serves as a special advisor to the President of the University of Tokyo and a professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering. His research interests include global hydrology and the sustainability of the world’s water resources. He served as chief author of the Fifth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and as a member of the National Land Council. Since October 2020, he has been a regular member of the Club of Rome and a member of the Science Council of Japan. He has received numerous awards, including the Lake Biwa Prize in Ecology, the Nikkei Global Environmental Technology Award, and the Japan Academy Academic Encouragement Award. He was the first Japan Fellow of the American Geophysical Union (AGU) in hydrology (2014). His books include “Fundamentals of SDGs” (co-author), “The Future of Water: Global Risks and Japan” (Iwanami Shinsho), “Water Crisis: The True Story” (Shincho Sensho), “World Map of Water 2nd Edition” (supervised translation), and “Professor of the University of Tokyo” (Shincho Shinsho).

Profiles of the 2nd Seminar Speakers

Midori Owada ( General Manager, CSV Promotion Department, Lion Corporation)

Joined Lion Corporation
Dealer sales representative (Seiyu, Ito-Yokado, etc.)
Product development (hair care and makeup)
Advertising Department (in charge of newspapers, magazines, and TV spots)
October 2008 Subsidiary to develop and sell personal care
Launched “Isure Co., Ltd.” and became its representative director.
January 2015 Lion Corporation General Manager of Advertising Department
October 2017 From Advertising Department to Communication Design Department
January 2020 General Manager of CSV Promotion Department

Rie Sekine (UCC Holdings Co., Ltd., Sustainability Promotion Office, Section Manager)

1989 Joined UCC Ueshima Coffee Co., Ltd. After working in charge of the environment and CSR, he was appointed to the Sustainability Promotion Office of UCC Holdings Co., Ltd. in January 2020. UCC Coffee Advisors

Ryuji Kitajima (Secretary General, SDG Corporate Strategy Forum, Partner Attorney, TMI Associates)

After graduating from the University of Tokyo’s College of Arts and Sciences in 1994, he worked at Rengo Co., Ltd. and Deloitte Tohmatsu Consulting Co., Ltd. (Deloitte Tohmatsu Environmental Quality Research Institute, Inc.) before completing the Graduate School of Law and Politics at the University of Tokyo in 2010 and registering as a lawyer in 2012. In 2013, he joined TMI Associates (current position). He specializes in environmental law, FinTech, startups, and crisis management. He has served as a member of the Ministry of the Environment. In 2017, he launched the SDGs Corporate Strategy Forum together with the Senior Vice Rector of the United Nations University, Daikan Oki. Since 2020, he has also served as Executive Director of the United Nations University SDG University Collaboration Platform.

Profiles of the 3rd Seminar Speakers

	Tomomi Otsuka (Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer, Toyota Motor Corporation) Joined Toyota Motor Corporation in 1992. He has experience in multiple fields such as planning products for the domestic market such as the first-generation Vitz, planning and promotion of personnel measures such as diversity projects, revenue and personnel management in the overseas sales department, concept planning for future mobility, and supervision of GAZOO Racing Company (motorsports and sports cars). Along the way, he earned an MBA from Dartmouth College’s Tuck School of Business. Since February 2020, he has been in charge of sustainability initiatives as Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer (newly established).
	Yoshio Nakatani (President, Ritsumeikan University) Graduated from the Faculty of Human Sciences, Osaka University in March 1981 Joined Mitsubishi Electric Corporation in April 1981 1989 Ph.D. (Kobe University) He was a visiting scholar at Stanford University for one year from 1991 April 2004 Professor, Faculty of Information Science and Technology, Ritsumeikan University 2014 Dean of the Faculty of Information Science and Technology and Dean of the Graduate School of Information Science and Technology 2018 Vice President of Ritsumeikan Educational Corporation (in charge of research, academic information, international collaboration, and gender equality) 2018 Chief Information Officer, Ritsumeikan School Corporation Current position since 2019 His areas of expertise include artificial intelligence (AI), human interface, cognitive engineering, memory engineering, and erotic engineering.
	Katsutaka Shiraishi (Vice President, Ryukoku University, Professor, Department of Policy Studies, Faculty of Policy Studies) Obtained a doctoral degree from the Nagoya University Graduate School of Law, and received a master’s degree in law. After working as an assistant at the Faculty of Law, Nagoya University, he became an associate professor at the Faculty of Law, Ryukoku University in 1988, a professor at the Faculty of Law in 2000, and a professor at the Faculty of Policy Studies in April 2011. He was appointed Vice President in April 2019. Currently, he is in charge of research, social contribution and SDGs, international education and international exchange, information system business, etc. He also serves as the director of the Yunus Social Business Research Center at Ryukoku University, which was established in June 2019.
	Daikan Oki (Senior Vice Rector, United Nations University, Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations) Graduated from the Faculty of Engineering, University of Tokyo, Ph.D. (Engineering, 1993, The University of Tokyo), Weather Forecaster. After working as an assistant at the Institute of Industrial Science at the University of Tokyo and as an associate professor at the Research Institute for Humanity and Nature at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, he became a professor at the University of Tokyo in 2006. He has been in his current position since October 2016. He also serves as a special advisor to the President of the University of Tokyo and a professor at the Department of Civil Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering. His research interests include global hydrology and the sustainability of the world’s water resources. He served as chief author of the Fifth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and as a member of the National Land Council. Since October 2020, he has been a regular member of the Club of Rome and a member of the Science Council of Japan. He has received numerous awards, including the Lake Biwa Prize in Ecology, the Nikkei Global Environmental Technology Award, and the Japan Academy Academic Encouragement Award. He was the first Japan Fellow of the American Geophysical Union (AGU) in hydrology (2014). His books include “Fundamentals of SDGs” (co-author), “The Future of Water: Global Risks and Japan” (Iwanami Shinsho), “Water Crisis: The True Story” (Shincho Sensho), “World Map of Water 2nd Edition” (supervised translation), and “Professor of the University of Tokyo” (Shincho Shinsho).

How to apply

(1) Please open the application form at each time, fill in the required information, and register.
　* Please download Zoom (application) to your smartphone or tablet (free of charge).
(2) After completing the entry, you will receive a URL and passcode for the course, so please keep it in a safe place until the day of the course.
(3) Registration starts 30 minutes before the day of the course. Please use the specified URL and passcode to access it.
　*Internet access is required for the course.

Precautions

◎ It is strictly prohibited to record screenshots, photos, videos, audio, etc. of the seminar without permission, or to share or publish them to a third party.
◎ Registered personal information may be provided to participating companies.

Implementation Report

Part 1: SDGs Addressed by Companies

On Wednesday, October 7, 2020, we held the first online seminar on “SDGs Addressed by Companies,” a joint project with the United Nations University SDG Corporate Strategy Forum.
The first session began with an orientation by Ryuji Kitajima, Executive Director of the SDGs Corporate Strategy Forum, followed by a lecture entitled “UNU SDGs Initiatives and SDGs Corporate Strategy Forum” by UNU Senior Vice Rector Daikan Oki, followed by a presentation on JT’s SDGs initiatives by Yoshimasa Mukai, Director of Sustainability Management Department of Japan Tobacco Co., Ltd. (JT).
In the lecture by Senior Vice President Oki, he explained examples of SDGs initiatives from the perspective of “water” issues, which are not often faced in Japan. In addition, a wide range of explanations were given, including specific goals for achieving the purpose of the SDGs Corporate Strategy Forum, which is to “aim to realize a sustainable society and contribute to the long-term and sustainable growth of companies through the penetration of the SDGs into corporate management and strategic departments,” as well as SDGs goals related to students’ job hunting.
In his presentation, Mr. Mukai explained the overall picture of JT, followed by a detailed explanation of the JT Group’s common foundations: respect for human rights, reduction of environmental impact and exercise of social responsibility, and implementation of high-quality governance and business norms. In addition, there were presentations on interesting content for learning about JT, such as a story about the development of cigarettes with low health risks.
After the presentation, a discussion was held between Senior Vice President Oki and Dean Mukai during a question-and-answer session with the audience, and the results of the questionnaire were highly satisfactory from the participating students.

Part 2: SDGs Addressed by Companies

On Friday, November 6, 2020, we held the second online seminar on “SDGs Addressed by Companies,” a joint project with the United Nations University SDG Corporate Strategy Forum.
This time, Lion Corporation and UCC Holdings Corporation presented examples of SDGs initiatives.
In a presentation by Ms. Midori Wada, General Manager of the CSV Promotion Department of Lion Corporation, she explained the LION Eco Challenge 2050, a long-term environmental goal established last year to realize a decarbonized society and a recycling-oriented society. There was an introduction such as.
In the next presentation, Ms. Rie Sekine, General Manager of the Sustainability Promotion Office of UCC Holdings Co., Ltd., gave a presentation titled “The UCC Group’s Sustainable Actions” and explained the unique initiatives of “collaboration with producing countries” and “coffee value creation.”
There were many questions from the students in the audience about both presentations, indicating a high level of interest. Discussions were held with the speakers based on the questions asked by the students, and the speakers were asked to answer questions as much as possible within the time limit to deepen their understanding of the initiatives.
The results of the questionnaire conducted after the seminar also showed a high level of satisfaction, and both the speakers and the audience were able to spend a meaningful time.

Part 3: SDGs Addressed by Companies

On Tuesday, December 8, 2020, we held the third online seminar on “SDGs Addressed by Companies,” co-hosted with the United Nations University Forum on Corporate Strategy for SDGs.
This time, after a presentation on the case studies of Toyota Motor Corporation’s SDGs initiatives, a discussion was held with faculty members from a university in Kyoto and the Senior Vice Rector of the United Nations University.
In her presentation, Ms. Tomomi Otsuka, Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer of Toyota Motor Corporation, introduced that the company is working on initiatives with the vision of “transforming society into possibilities” and the mission of “mass-producing happiness” beyond that.

Specifically, he introduced initiatives unique to automobile companies, such as “using the electricity of the car as a mobile generator to supply power in the event of an emergency” and “joint development of a towed-type mobile toilet.” In addition to installing toilets, the initiative to install toilets in about 200 public schools in India has helped children get into the habit of washing their hands and using the toilet cleanly for the next person, and by installing toilets so that women and children can not only go to the toilet safely, but also make it a habit to clean the toilet themselves. He introduced initiatives such as eliminating the sense of hierarchy in society (changing the awareness that cleaning toilets is a job for people of low status).

After the presentation, a four-person discussion was held with Tomomi Otsuka, Ritsumeikan University President Yoshio Nakatani, Ryukoku University Vice-Rector Katsutaka Shiraishi, and United Nations University Senior Vice Rector Daikan Oki as moderator. A lively discussion was held that contributed to the SDGs initiatives through the exchange of opinions based on the content of Toyota Motor Corporation’s initiatives, the presentation of how companies and universities approach the SDGs, and the sharp questions and answers from the audience. The results of the questionnaire conducted after the seminar also showed a high level of satisfaction, and both the speakers and the audience were able to spend a meaningful time.

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto
TEL 075-353-9100　FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
E-MAIL: somu-z02■consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

【For High School Teachers】”The 8th Kyoto High School Teacher Exchange Meeting” February 3 (Wed) Call for Participants

The “Kyoto High School Teacher Exchange Meeting” is a place where people who transcend the boundaries of schools and their founders can share their ideas and concerns about school and homeroom management, class improvement, etc., and interact with each other to solve problems.

We are pleased to announce that the 8th meeting will be held as follows.

In 2020, as a summary of the year in the Corona disaster, we will look back on what we were able to put into practice at the high school site and what we were not able to do through exchanges and dialogues among the participants. This is an opportunity for students to reflect on the achievements and challenges of their own educational practices, come into contact with more diverse practices and ideas, and use them as motivation for the next year.

This year’s event will focus on the following various fields, and participants will be divided into breakout sessions on their desired themes.

We look forward to your active participation.

* The 8th Kyoto High School Teacher Exchange Meeting Flyer [Download]

Date & Time	Wednesday, February 3, 2021 18:00~20:00 (Reception 17:45~)
Place:	Online (Zoom Meeting)
theme	“Review of Educational Practices in 2020: Toward Better High School and University Collaboration and Connection”
Breakout Sessions	1. Learning of subjects and inquiry through learner-centered questioning and dialogue Keywords: Question Formulation Technique, Question Formulation Technique, Lifelong Ability to Learn, Hatenathon Coordinator: Kenichi Sato (Professor, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kyoto Sangyo University) 2. Three-point evaluation in high school Keywords: Evaluation of active learning, evaluation of thinking, judgment, and expression, evaluation of attitudes toward independent learning, revision of teaching guidelines Coordinator: Moeko Hosoo (Associate Professor, Faculty of Letters, Ritsumeikan University) 3. Response to the reform of university entrance examinations Keywords: Educational Connection, Diversification of Entrance Examinations (Comprehensive Selection, School-Based Selection), Evaluation ScaleDiversification of degrees (multifaceted and comprehensive evaluation, entrance examinations, etc.) Coordinator: Yutaka Hasegawa (Associate Professor, Faculty of Public Policy, Kyoto Prefectural University) Ms. Iwako Yamamoto (Professor, Faculty of Crafts, Kyoto Institute of Technology) 4. Student-led collaboration between high school and university Keywords: fostering independence, team building, relationship transformation Coordinator: Terumi Sameshima (Associate Professor, Faculty of Health Sciences, Kyoto Koka Women’s University) Hideki Sugioka (Associate Professor, Faculty of Regional Management, Fukuchiyama Public University)
Composition	18:00~18:10 Opening Ceremony 18:10~18:45 First half of the breakout session 18:45~18:55 Coffee Break 18:55~19:30 Second half of the breakout session 19:30~19:55 Sharing 19:55~20:00 Closing * In the breakout sessions, breakout sessions will be divided into the above themes. * Some contents are subject to change depending on the number of applicants.
Moderator	Mr. Tetsumune Tamai (Lecturer, Faculty of Agriculture, Ryukoku University)
Participation Fee	free
Target	High School Teacher * People from outside Kyoto Prefecture can also participate. * We will have a breakout session (group work), so those who can turn on video and audio and participate. * Those who can participate in a quiet environment where they can speak.
Occupancy	First 50 people

How to apply

Please use the method (1) or (2) below to fill in the required information (including pre-assignments) and apply.
* Applicants will be notified of their Zoom meeting ID and password around 16:00 on the day of the meeting.

(1) WEB application

Please use the application form at the following URL.
　https://forms.gle/yDurmQFRFNjCffgp7

(2) E-mail/Fax application

　Please download the application form below and send it by e-mail or fax.

◆ The 8th Kyoto High School Teacher Exchange Meeting Participation Application Form [Download]

FAX：075-353-9101
E-mail: kodai■consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)

Application Deadline

Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto, Educational Development Division, High School-University Collaboration Project
Tel: 075-353-9153 FAX: 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

The 23rd Kyoto International Student Film Festival Pre-Event Held Today!!

Pre-event will be held today!

[On a street corner in Kyoto, I encountered student films from around the world. 】

In front of the main entrance of Campus Plaza Kyoto, close to JR Kyoto Station, it was produced by student directors from all over the world.
Short films will be screened.

No pre-registration or participation fee is required. Please feel free to stop by.

Date & Time: Saturday, November 21, 2020 17:00~18:45

Location: In front of the main entrance of Campus Plaza Kyoto

Participation fee: Free

* In order to prevent new coronavirus infections, please refrain from visiting if you are not feeling well.
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* When viewing, we may ask you to move to the designated position to avoid the 3Cs.

* Alcohol disinfectant is installed at the venue, so please feel free to use it.

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We are looking for thoughts of students who want to go on to university in Kyoto! Ema Project

This time, the Kyoto Student Public Relations Department, which was established jointly by the University Consortium Kyoto and Kyoto City,
For the purpose of supporting students nationwide who are anxious about the Corona disaster, we planned the “Passing Prayer Ema Project”.
We would like to inform you that we will start accepting applications for wishes to dedicate to Kitano Tenmangu, which is the general headquarters of Tenmangu Shrine nationwide and is known as the god of learning.

For more information, please visit the special page of the Kyoto Student Public Relations Department’s website “Kotokare”!
(Click the image below to go to the special page)

substance

We are looking for thoughts of students who want to go on to a university in Kyoto! University students in Kyoto will accompany a giant handmade ema and dedicate it to Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, which is known as the god of learning.

Application Period

From November ~~5, Reiwa 2 (Thursday) to December 21, Reiwa 2 (Monday)~~ 【Application closed】

target

Students from all over the country who are working hard to prepare for university life in Kyoto from April of the 3rd year of Reiwa

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto, Kyoto Student Public Relations Department
TEL 075-353-9130　FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

[For faculty and staff] IELTS pretesting trial session (free)

Business Overview

IELTS is an English language test that is recognised by more than 10,000 institutions in 140 countries around the world.
More than 3 million people around the world take the exam annually to study, immigrate, or work.
The IELTS Pretest is a “free” test offered by the Cambridge English Language Assessment Board.
Please use it as a practice before taking IELTS.

Outline of the event

The pre-test is conducted in a way that is similar to the actual IELTS exam.
We welcome those who are interested in what IELTS is, those who are planning to take IELTS, and faculty and staff who want to measure their English proficiency.

Re	Tuesday, November 3, 2020 10:30~16:30 (Reception starts at 10:15)
meeting place	Campus Plaza Kyoto Map: https://www.consortium.or.jp/about-cp-kyoto/access
target	Faculty and staff members of the University Consortium Kyoto who fall under the following categories: ・Those who are interested in or plan to take the IELTS exam ・ Those who want to measure their English proficiency
Capacity	25 people (pre-registration required) * If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held.
substance	・Explanation of IELTS and pre-test (30 minutes) ・Writing test (60 minutes) ・Reading test (75 minutes) ・Listening test (40 minutes) ・Q&A session (20 minutes) (Implemented by Japan English Proficiency Test Association)
Application	Please fill out the application form below to apply. IELTS Pre-Test Application Form for Teachers
deadline	Monday~~, October 19, 2020~~ → Extended until Monday, October 26, 2020!
cost	free

* Please note that from the viewpoint of preventing the spread of new coronavirus infections, this event may be canceled (or postponed) even at the last minute. In the event of cancellation or change, we will contact you at the registered email address at the time of application.

(Precautions for test takers)
*Turn off your mobile phone and put it in your hand luggage along with your watch, electronic devices, etc.
* There are three items on the desk: a pencil, an eraser, and water in a clear plastic bottle.
*Unlike IELTS, you do not need a passport at the time of registration.
*Wearing a mask is mandatory when taking the test. (Limited to plain masks with no text or patterns)
* The temperature will be measured on the day, and those who are above 37.5° will not be able to take the test.

Click here for

the flyer < Inquiries> University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department
TEL: (075) 353-9164
FAX: (075) 353-9101
E-mail: kokusai ■ consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)

【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.

【For Faculty and Staff】Briefing Session on Employment Support Projects for International Students (Information)

The International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto) will hold the “Employment Support Project Information Session for International Students” as follows.

In this briefing session, we will introduce employment support projects for international students implemented by public institutions in Kyoto, and will also hold an opinion exchange meeting to share the issues of participants, taking up “online job hunting for international students” and “startup visa program” as topics to provide.

Please use this as an opportunity to share information about our efforts to support the employment of international students and to build a network of international student supporters.

We look forward to your participation.

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Date & Time: Friday, September 18, 2020 (Reiwa 2) 14:00~16:30 (Reception 13:45~)

Format: Online (using Zoom)

Target: Faculty and staff of universities, junior colleges, vocational schools, and Japan schools in Kyoto

(Faculty and staff who are involved in or interested in supporting the employment of international students)

Capacity: 30 people (application on a first-come, first-served basis, deadline as soon as capacity is reached)

Contents: Provision of topics, introduction of employment support projects, exchange of opinions

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Admission: Free

How to apply: Please apply by either the application form or e-mail.

（1） Application form: https://forms.gle/vwaCKdmjP3KQCcuz7

(2) For applications by e-mail, the title is “Application for participation in the 2020 Employment Support Project Briefing Session for International Students”.

Please fill in the following items (1) ~ (5) and send it to the secretariat [kyoto-nw@consortium.or.jp].

(1) Name of participant (multiple people can apply, individual sign-in is required for participation)

(2) Affiliation (name of school) (3) Department/Position (4) Issues and opinions regarding employment support for international students at your university

(5) Whether or not you wish to exchange business cards online

(* The personal information received will be used only for the purpose of the operation of the Society.) ）

International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: International Affairs Department, University Consortium Kyoto)

　TEL：075-353-9164　　FAX：075-353-9101

　E-mail：kyoto-nw@consortium.or.jp

【For High School Teachers】”The 7th Kyoto High School Teacher Exchange Meeting” October 10 (Sat) Call for Participants

Isn’t it important for students and students to acquire the skills and mindset to practice learning to ask their own questions and delve into those questions while learning from others? I think it is important for us as teachers to be able to learn, understand, and use new ways of learning to identify issues.
Therefore, this time, through hands-on workshops, lectures, and various types of work in the form of individual and group work, we will delve into how to cultivate the ability to identify issues in each subject and in inquiry/comprehensive learning.

We look forward to your active participation.

* The 7th Kyoto High School Teacher Exchange Meeting Flyer [Download]

Date & Time	Saturday, October 10, 2020 13:00~16:00 (Reception 12:45~)
Place:	Online (Zoom Meeting)
theme	“Experience a class that acquires the skills and mindset to identify problems, and think about how to use it in your own classes.”
coordinator	Kenichi Sato (Professor, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kyoto Sangyo University / Representative Director, NPO Hatenathon Co-Creation Lab)
Composition	13:00 Opening Objectives and Goals 13:10 Building Relationships 13:20 Experience the question-making class 14:10 Digging into the question 14:25 Coffee Break 14:35 Planning and designing a question-making class 15:15 Q&A and exchange of opinions 15:45 Reflecting on what we learned 16:00 Ending * Some contents are subject to change depending on the number of applicants.
Participation Fee	free
Target	High School Teacher * People from outside Kyoto Prefecture can also participate. * We will have a breakout session (group work), so those who can turn on video and audio and participate. * Those who can participate in a quiet environment where they can speak.
Occupancy	First 50 people

How to apply

Please use the method (1) or (2) below to fill in the required information (including pre-assignments) and apply.
* Pre-assignments will be distributed to applicants in advance and will be used for group work on the day.
* Applicants will be notified of their Zoom meeting ID and password around 11:00 on the day of the meeting.