AGU NEWS Feature Article List
Posted on 2023/04/11
Since its founding, Aoyama Gakuin University has been characterized by its rich internationality. It offers a wide variety of overseas experience programs, from long-term study abroad programs such as exchange programs to short-term programs that serve as a gateway to overseas experience. In this article, we will introduce the significance of studying abroad and other overseas learning, as well as some points to make your studies more meaningful.
Posted on 2023/03/16
The School of Community and Human Sciences has adopted the catchphrase "Utilizing the community, living in the community, practical knowledge," and places the community and the activities of the people who live there at the center of its learning. Now that the first class is graduating in the spring, we would like to introduce the history of the school from its inception to its current achievements.
Posted on 2023/03/16
Going to university is not the goal in life. What thoughts do students who have deepened their learning in the Faculty of Economics have as they take flight into society? We spoke to four students who will be stepping out into society in the spring of 2023 about their growth in the Faculty of Economics and the untold stories of their job hunting experiences.
Posted on 2023/02/21
Since the first issue of the university newsletter, AGU NEWS has been introducing the university's proud classes and initiatives as "Lectures." As the times change and the importance of "proactive, interactive, and deep learning" increases, the serial "Lecture" project has evolved to focus on seminars and laboratories and to report from the perspectives of both faculty and students. This time, we bring you a compilation of the "AGU Lectures" from seminars and laboratories.
Posted on 2023/01/19
As social systems become more complex, graduate schools and doctoral programs that conduct highly specialized research are drawing renewed attention. Our university also launched a new program called the AGU Future Eagle Project (FEP) in November 2021 to support students in doctoral programs (and students in their third year or above of integrated doctoral programs). In this article, we will introduce the background to the launch of FEP and some key points.
Posted on 2022/12/20
In May 2022, the Aoyama Data Science Education Conference (aDSec) was established within the Aoyama Standard Education Institute. The Graduate School of Science and Engineering launched the Data Scientist Training Program in 2019 and has been working to train practical data scientists. Through initiatives such as aDSec, the program will be expanded to the entire university and accelerated.
Posted on 17/11/2022
Our university's College of Science and Engineering has made great strides, publishing numerous papers and receiving high marks in the "Science and Engineering University Rankings" in the scientific journal "Newton." In April 2022, we established the "Faculty of College of Science and Engineering and Engineering Life Science Research Center." Professor Fumiyoshi Abe, director of the center, spoke about the latest status of life science research at our university.
Posted on 20/10/2022
In 2019, the Sagamihara Campus opened the new School of Community and Human Sciences, providing more interdisciplinary learning than ever before. The campus's Career and Employment Office provides job-hunting support that takes advantage of the characteristics of the school and its location. In this article, we will introduce the latest job-hunting situation at the campus, specific support content, and noteworthy job-hunting support courses.
Posted on 20/10/2022
A new library will open on the Aoyama Campus in 2024. We hope you will look forward to this further enhancement of our learning, research and education facilities.
Posted on 2022/09/22
The Academic Excellence Award is given to students enrolled in each faculty or graduate school who are in their second year or above and are recognized as having excellent academic performance in the previous year. The award includes a plaque and a prize. In 2022, 287 students were awarded the award.
Posted on 2022/07/21
In April 2022, we opened the Civic Engagement Center (CEC). This is a reorganization and development of the existing Volunteer Center, and is an initiative based on the mid- to long-term plan "AOYAMA VISION," which was formulated to develop servant leaders who embody our school motto, "Salt of the Earth, Light of the World." In this article, we will introduce its significance and role.
Posted on 2022/07/21
Professor Hara and Professor Matsunaga, who are both the same age and have both been appointed professors at the School of Global Studies and Collaboration (GSC), and who both talk about wanting to collaborate, held a discussion. Their passionate talk about "leadership" and "a symbiotic mindset" is full of hints for the future.
Posted on 2022/06/16
Students and groups who achieved outstanding results in academics, sports, and other fields were honored. The 2021 Student Awards Ceremony was held on Friday, March 18, 2022, at the Honda Memorial International Conference Hall in Building 17, and the 2021 Alumni Association Awards Ceremony was held in the Goucher Memorial Chapel in Building 15.
Posted on 2022/05/12
A little over a month has passed since the start of the new academic year, and students are enjoying campus life to the fullest. In this article, we will introduce the characteristics and educational policies of our university, as well as our initiatives to connect parents and guardians with the university, such as the Aoyama Gakuin University Supporters Association and Parents Weekend.
Posted on 2022/04/11
The new academic year has finally begun. The new academic year at universities is full of energy, but at the same time, this is also a time when troubles are likely to occur. In this article, we will introduce the Student Life Department, the administrative organization in charge of supporting students in their daily lives. We will tell you about the points to be aware of in order to smoothly transition into your new life, and also introduce specific places to consult when you are in trouble.
Posted on 2022/03/17
In order to support students' learning, our university has established various scholarship programs, including the Bandai Fund. These scholarships are also supported by donations from alumni, and recently alumnus Hiroaki Kobayashi, who is the president and CEO of Paloma Co., Ltd., donated 1 billion yen to the Bandai Fund as a personal donation. This time, we will introduce our university's scholarship programs along with a special discussion on the theme of "Determination to take on challenges - cheers for young people."