On October 6, eight students participating in the Kobe University CAMPUS Asia Plus Program paid a courtesy visit to Executive Vice President TAMAKI Hisashi, Director of the Office for Promoting International Cooperation.
The group included one double degree student from Korea University, four exchange students from the National University of Laos, two short-term exchange students from the Faculty of Nursing at Chulalongkorn University, and one Kobe University student scheduled to participate in a short-term study program at Chulalongkorn University starting in January 2027.
From the Graduate School of International Cooperation Studies (GSICS), Professor OGAWA Keiichi (Deputy Director of the Executive Committee), Assistant Professor MAISAWA Tatsuya (Program Coordinator), Project Assistant Professor MENG Sichen, and Ms. MINAMIDE Asumi (Staff) attended. Ms. NISHINO Ayami (Staff) from the Graduate School of Health Sciences also joined the visit.
Each student introduced themselves in English and shared their research interests and expectations for their studies and international experiences. Executive Vice President Tamaki then offered words of encouragement to the students and discussed the importance of learning through international academic exchange.
The CAMPUS Asia Plus Program completed its third phase in the 2025 academic year and is currently transitioning to its fourth phase. During this transition period, student exchanges continue through double degree programs, exchange programs, and other academic mobility opportunities with Korea University, Fudan University, the National University of Laos, and Chulalongkorn University. The program is also exploring ways to further expand its existing collaboration with Chulalongkorn University. It will continue to strengthen partnerships among participating universities and further develop opportunities for student exchange.
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