“The First FD/SD Training” Held

On April 9, we welcomed Vice President Yoshifumi Okamura from Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) to our university to conduct training aimed at FD (Faculty Development: improving teaching skills) and SD (Staff Development: enhancing staff capabilities).

Professor Okamura gave a lecture on the theme “Challenges for African Students in Japan (Recruitment and Daily Life)”, sharing concrete insights based on his extensive experience regarding the challenges in recruiting students from Africa and the specific issues they may face after arriving in Japan, making it a highly meaningful opportunity.

Domestic universities selected for the “2025FY Inter-University Exchange Project: Africa” also joined in a hybrid format. We received comments included “Based on Prof. Okamura’s practical experience so far, it was very helpful to deepen our understanding of the characteristics of African countries and students.”

 The lecture proceeded in a lively atmosphere throughout, and approximately 70 minutes felt like it passed instantly, resulting in a fulfilling session.

In the future, this project will further strengthen collaboration among the selected universities and aim to enhance the program’s appeal and the dissemination of its outcomes for Japanese and African students, while deepening information sharing and mutual understanding.