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President's Message
In today’s society, marked by increasingly frequent and complex challenges such as climate change-induced disasters, conflicts, and growing poverty and inequality, there is an urgent need for individuals with insight and adaptability to address these issues. The University’s educational goal is to nurture talented individuals who receive a well-rounded education complemented by specialized knowledge and skills, possess strong moral values, and are equipped to respond effectively to complex issues both domestically and globally, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society. To achieve this, we leverage our strengths as a one-campus university to offer interdisciplinary educational programs that transcend traditional faculty and academic boundaries. Furthermore, we utilize our robust research capabilities to develop distinctive postgraduate education programs.
Moreover, in 2015, the University established "Koyama STYLE 2030" as a proactive mid- to long-term strategic policy. Following a five-year "reform" phase, we entered the "development" phase in FY 2021 and are set to transition to the "enrichment" phase in FY 2026. Nearly a decade after its introduction, we now find ourselves in an era of rapid technological advancements and significant social change. Building on the reforms and policies implemented thus far, we are embarking on new initiatives to address these evolving challenges.
Outlined below are three key areas that the University is particularly committed to advancing in the future.
[The 3 Points]
- Active integration of AI and DX technologies into education: These tools can help students develop the skills needed to address future challenges. In particular, as generative AI continues to advance rapidly, it is not enough for students to merely acquire technical skills. They must also develop the ability to assess the accuracy of analyses and results, as well as their ethical appropriateness. To this end, the University is committed to promoting appropriate and practical learning experiences that incorporate generative AI.
- Enhancing the openness of the University to encourage collaboration and innovation: This includes strengthening partnerships with businesses and local communities to provide students with more opportunities for hands-on learning. In research activities, we aim to further promote personnel exchanges and collaborative research both within and beyond the University, fostering the creation of open innovation.
- Pursuing initiatives in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and carbon neutrality: In FY 2023, the University expanded its diversity initiatives by developing a comprehensive action plan to promote DE&I. Additionally, in September 2024, the University announced its commitment to carbon neutrality. Building on these actions, we will continue to proactively lead forward-thinking activities that reflect our vision of being a progressive and socially responsible university.
We believe that new initiatives in DE&I and sustainability, the integration of AI and DX technologies, and the promotion of university openness and advanced research will contribute significantly to our educational goal of nurturing talented individuals. Building on our existing activities, we will embrace the spirit of "thinking outside the box, creating new systems, and advancing to the next stage" as we strive to establish a university that fosters a strong sense of well-being.
Together with our stakeholders, including faculty and staff, students, parents, guardians, and alumni, we aim to create a dynamic and inspiring environment filled with opportunities for learning, personal growth, comfort, excitement, and joy.
We sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued support as we pursue these goals.
Thank you very much.
