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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)


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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)

【Internship】Notice of Homepage Renewal

 

This time, the homepage of the internship business has been completely renewed.

https://consortiumkyoto-internship.jp/

In this renewal, we have made improvements so that we can provide information that is easier to see and understand for all students who are considering applying and for companies and organizations that are considering accepting Mr./Ms..

It also includes testimonials from alumni experiences, messages from companies and organizations to students, and information for companies and organizations!

The new website was designed based on the following concept.

“Through the internship of the University Consortium Kyoto, students and students from other universities will be linked with Kyoto society.

We will continue to aim for an easy-to-use site and enhance the content. Thank you for your continued support.

 

Introduction of wireless LAN and eduroam to rental conference rooms, etc.

Thank you for using Campus Plaza Kyoto.

We have introduced a wireless LAN environment in all rental meeting rooms.

In addition, the mutual use of campus wireless LAN between primary, secondary, and higher education institutions and research institutes will be realized

We have also introduced “eduroam“, which is an international network roaming mechanism.

We will continue to strive to improve the convenience and service of our users, so please continue to use our hotel.

Best regards.

 

The following is how to use wireless LAN in rental conference rooms.

Available area

　1st floor Student Plus (space available only to students)

　2nd floor: Conference rooms 1~3, halls, Japanese-style rooms

　4th floor, Lecture Room 2~4

　5th floor: Lecture Room 1, Seminar Room 1~5

　6th floor No. 5~6 lecture room

How to use

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When using the rental conference room, please receive a password entry sheet at the reception desk on the 1st floor, follow the distribution manual, and enter your ID and password on the authentication page.

(ID and password are valid only on the day of the event)

and university staff who have id=”gid_0″>eduroam connection information)

In the above available areas, the connection to eduroam will be carried out automatically.

After connecting, you will be able to use the Internet.

* If the connection is not done automatically, please connect to eduroam manually.

* Please use the connection account ID and password issued by your organization. Please note that it cannot be issued by the museum.

* When using the Internet, some sites may add settings for connection information in accordance with the security policy of the hotel. Please contact the reception desk for details.

Criteria for suspending the “University Relay Course” in the event of an alert or suspension of service

In the event of the issuance of a storm warning, special warning, or warning positioned as a special warning, or in the event of a suspension of transportation due to a disaster or strike, or notwithstanding the above, if the Director of the Education Division of the University Consortium Kyoto determines that it is difficult to conduct the course, the course will be suspended as follows in accordance with the “Handling Standards for Suspension of Classes and Examinations in Plaza Courses”.

1. Suspension Criteria for Courses
1) If any of the following (1), (2), or (3) apply on the day of the course, the course will be suspended in accordance with the criteria indicated in [Judgment Criteria and Response] below. Please check the status of the issuance and cancellation of warnings and the operation status of public transportation on TV and radio media outlets or the website of the Japan Meteorological Agency.
(1) Issuance of Warnings
When a special warning, a warning positioned as a special warning, or a storm warning is issued in the southern part of Kyoto Prefecture or the Kyoto-Kameoka area (secondary subdivision area).
(2) Suspension of transportation
　When two or more of the following (1) ~ (5) transportation systems are completely or partially suspended or suspended at the same time.
(1) Kyoto City Bus and Kyoto Municipal Subway (all routes)
(2) JR (conventional line to and from Kyoto Station)
(3) Keihan Railway (between Demachi Yanagi ~ Yodoyabashi or Nakanoshima)
(4) Hankyu Train (Kawaramachi ~ Umeda)
(5) Kintetsu train (between Kyoto ~ Yamato Seidaiji)
(3) Others
Regardless of the above criteria, when the Director of the Education Division of the University Consortium Kyoto determines that it is difficult to conduct the course.
　[Judgment criteria and response]
　　○ After 10:30 a.m., if there is an order or suspension of service, the “University Relay Course” from the afternoon will be suspended.
* In addition, if an order is issued or the operation is suspended during the course, in principle, the course will not be suspended.

2) If the Director of the Education Division of the University Consortium Kyoto determines that it is difficult to conduct the course on the day before or two days before the course, the course will be suspended in advance.

2. Announcement of suspension of the course
The announcement will be made in the “Important Notices” section of the University Consortium Kyoto website (https://www.consortium.or.jp/).

3. Measures to be taken after the suspension of the course
Whether or not a transfer date will be set due to the suspension of the course will be announced on the University Consortium Kyoto website and the bulletin board on the 1st floor of Campus Plaza Kyoto, etc., after adjusting at a later date.

〈Reference〉 Warnings positioned as special warnings
・Tsuha: Large Tsunami Warning
・Volcanic eruptions: Eruption warnings (eruption alert level 4 or higher) and eruption warnings (inhabited areas)
・Earthquake: Earthquake Early Warning (seismic intensity of 6 or higher)

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What to do if you request not to use Campus Plaza Kyoto to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infections after October 1, 2020

 

For reservations for use of Campus Plaza Kyoto that meet the following reservation conditions, if you are forced to cancel your reservation due to the influence of the new coronavirus infection, you may be able to receive a full refund of the usage fee or usage fee that has already been paid (if you have not paid it, you will not be asked to pay it).

1 Applicable
booking conditions 　 If all of the following (1), (2), (3), and (4) are satisfied:

(1) Reservations made from October 1, 2020 (Thursday) to March 31, 2021 (Wednesday)

(Reservations for use after FY2021 are not eligible)

(2) As of Friday, April 10, 2020, an application for use (reservation application) has been made.

(3) When it is not possible to respond to changes in the date of use, postponement, etc.

(4) The cancellation procedure must be completed by Sunday, December 27, 2020.

2 Miscellaneous

Reservations that do not meet any of the above reservation conditions will be cancelled in accordance with the normal terms and conditions of use.

We will take action.

　　 Regarding the use of facilities under the jurisdiction of the city after October 1, 2nd year of Reiwa (Kyoto City)

[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.

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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 @)

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. ↓↓↓

【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.