Okayama University Hosts External Evaluation Preparatory Committee for Multicultural Collaborative Education Initiative

Okayama University's Multicultural Collaborative Education Initiative

On November 4, 2025, Okayama University, located in Okayama City, convened a preparatory committee for external evaluation regarding the Multicultural Collaborative Education Initiative. This initiative, selected for the 2024 fiscal year by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, aims to create a supportive campus environment that fosters social impact through multicultural collaboration.

The meeting took place at the Tsushima Campus in the second conference room of the main building, attended by university leaders including President Yoshitomo Nasu, Executive Director Masaya Suga, Vice President Takayoshi Suzuki, Vice President Mitsuhiro Okayasu, and Administrative Director Gaku Ota. The primary goal was to share the planned contents and progress of the initiative with external evaluators, facilitating an exchange of ideas and opinions concerning the future direction of the evaluation process.

President Nasu opened the session, emphasizing the university's commitment to fostering a richer educational environment. Vice President Suzuki then provided detailed insights into the project plan, highlighting current progress and future international strategies. The attendees engaged in a lively question-and-answer session, offering valuable feedback that will guide the initiative’s advancement.