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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)

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. ↓↓↓

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

(Announced on July 15) Precautions for Examinations and Reports at Each University

2020 Credit Transfer / Kyoto College Courses
We would like to inform you of the precautions for each university examination and report as follows.
* If there are any changes (corrections), we will update them from time to time.

〇eKyoto Learning Bulletin Board
Please check the following URL for the contents of the notice.
〈Updated on July 15)

https://el.consortium.or.jp/eoshifiles/50/shikenoshirase0108.htm

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Credit Transfer Project
TEL 075-353-9120　FAX 075-353-9121
〒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)

Kyoto College “University Relay Course” Schedule Change

Kyoto College “University Relay Course” page
(https://www.consortium.or.jp/project/sg/college-relay)
As announced in, due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, the following 5 courses have been [rescheduled] and [canceled].

[Schedule change]
Saturday, December 12, 2020 (Revised from Saturday, July 4, 2020) Kyoto Tachibana University
Saturday, January 9, 2021 (Changed from Saturday, June 13, 2020) Kyoto University of Advanced Science
Saturday, February 6, 2021 (Changed from Saturday, July 11, 2020) Tanechiin University
Saturday, February 20, 2021 (Revised from Saturday, June 27, 2020) Kyoto Seika University

[Cancelled]
May 30 (Sat) Hanazono University

The capacity of the course has been changed from the original 250 to 130 students.
Please note that we will take measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Thank you.

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

 

6/2 (Tue) ~ 6/18 (Thu) Use of Campus Plaza Kyoto


From Tuesday, June 2nd, Campus Plaza Kyoto will resume rental operations.
From June 2nd (Tue) ~ June 18th (Thu), Campus Plaza Kyoto will be limited to Kyoto residents.

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Those who fall under any of the following:
➀ Residents of Kyoto Prefecture
➁ Those who commute to work or school in Kyoto Prefecture

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

(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.

Closure of Campus Plaza Kyoto to Prevent Spread of New Coronavirus Infection (Updated on May 19)

On Friday, May 15, Kyoto Prefecture announced that “To prevent the spread of new coronavirus infection
Emergency Measures in Kyoto Prefecture (Revised on May 15)” was announced.
The “rental conference room” is a facility that will be canceled from 0:00 on May 16th.
At the discretion of Kyoto City, Campus Plaza Kyoto will continue to be closed until Sunday, May 31.


Kyoto Prefectural Emergency Measures (Revised on May 15)

At the discretion of Kyoto City, Campus Plaza Kyoto will be closed from
Saturday, April 11 to Sunday, May 31.
(After 4/21 (Tuesday), the use of the rental facility has been suspended, including the use of rental facilities that have already been reserved.) ）
The hotel will contact those who are eligible.
In addition, for the use of the “Kyoto City Wakamono Employment Support Center” and “The Open University Kyoto Learning Center” in this facility,
For more information, please check with each facility.

The handling of usage fee refunds is as follows.
[4/21~5/31]
A full refund will be given regardless of the booking date.
[For use after 6/2 (4/8 already known)]
If you have already paid the usage fee for Campus Plaza Kyoto, the spread of the new coronavirus infection
When there is a request not to use this facility for prevention, if both of the following (1) and (2) are satisfied,
We will refund these in full. In addition, if you have not paid, we will not ask you to pay these payments.
(1) Reservations made from February 20, 2020 (Thursday) to September 30, 2020 (Wednesday)
(2) As of Friday, April 10, 2020, an application for use (reservation application) has been made.
New reservations made after Saturday, April 11, 2020 will be made in accordance with the hotel’s terms of use.
Therefore, even if it is canceled due to the prevention of the spread of new coronavirus infections, the full refund of the usage fee will be refunded.
It will not be.