Founding spirit Philosophy Purpose etc. Basic information about the university

founding spirit

character building through learning

educational philosophy

developing an international character and mindset

vision

Josai International University University will be a future-oriented global university that provides cutting-edge education and promotes Research that meets the needs of both the local and international communities, and that cultivates talented individuals who have a deep awareness of the realities occurring in their local communities, not only in Japan but also around the world, and who can work successfully in collaboration with others, based on high ethical standards.

Mission

Josai International University University takes advantage of its educational Research environment as a comprehensive university to provide intellectually stimulating learning that is relevant to the diverse times, and to cultivate individuals who can inherit and create culture, understand diversity, and be active both locally and internationally, as well as professionals with their respective specialized skills who can collaborate in related fields.

educational goals

Incorporated Educational Institution Josai University was established in 1965 with the founding spirit of "character building through learning" by founder Mizuta Mikio. Josai International University University inherits this founding spirit while upholding its own educational philosophy of "developing character as a person living in an international community" and has made it its social mission to develop future-oriented human resources. Article 1 of the university's academic regulations states that "Our goal is to become a center of education and research of the highest standard, and as a public institution of society, to respond to the public's demand for university education and research, while contributing to the improvement of the standard of higher education and academic research in Japan and the development of human culture," and the university has the following six specific educational goals:

• In the educational and Research environment of a comprehensive university, we create learning opportunities that allow students to acquire the ability to think and make judgments that can respond to diverse cultures and values.
• We strive to provide education and Research in cutting-edge business informatics, humanities, media studies, tourism studies, and environmental sociology, and to foster individuals who can inherit and create culture, understand diversity, and be active both locally and globally.
• We strive to provide cutting-edge education and Research in social welfare, physical therapy, pharmacy, and nursing, and to foster professionals who have the specialized skills to collaborate with related fields.
• Acquire the human power, education, practical ability, etc. that are required as members of society who are active in the local community and international society, and form a sense of belonging.
• We aim to be a "community-based" comprehensive university and a future-oriented university that maintains close ties with the local community where it is located and contributes to the revitalization of the region and the promotion of culture through industry-academia-private-government collaboration.
• By promoting mutual enlightenment and collaboration with Josai University, which is established by the same educational corporation, and developing together, we will fulfill our responsibilities as Incorporated Educational Institution Josai University in society.

Josai International University USR Program

Josai International University, which develops human resources based on the founding spirit of “character building through learning,” is a higher education institution that provides public services for education and research. social responsibility (more than that of general companies) is required. We regard this social responsibility as the “University Social Responsibility (USR),” and all members of the university should always think and be aware of what society expects from the university. In order to build a foundation for mutual development between the university and society while reflecting the changes of the times and social environment in a timely manner, Josai International University USR The guidelines are defined as follows.

1. compliance

As a public entity of society, we will comply with laws and social rules, and cooperate with Josai University Educational Corporation to take measures to prevent fraud. In addition to complying with laws and regulations, we will always be conscious of matters that are not stipulated in laws and regulations (social ethics, social norms, etc.).
・Compliance initiatives

2. Consideration for the environment

In collaboration with Josai University Educational Corporation, the entire university will work to reduce environmental impact and contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.
・Efforts for environmental conservation

3. respect for human rights

We will respect the human rights of individuals, strive to maintain a good educational, Research and working environment, and take measures to prevent harassment.
・Harassment prevention efforts
・Initiatives to promote inclusion

4. Preventing Research fraud

We aim to prevent fraudulent Research, antisocial Research, and the misuse of Research funds, and to contribute to society through Research.
・Efforts to prevent Research misconduct
・ Research ethics initiatives
・ Research expenditure management initiatives
・Initiatives regarding security export control

5. Information disclosure and communication

Communication with stakeholders is essential to building good relationships with them, and this starts with the university proactively disclosing information. University operations and educational and Research activities will be organized from the perspective of the university's responsibilities to society, and will be widely disclosed to society.
・Enhancing institutional archives
・Publication of educational information
・Publication of academic information (academic information repository)
・Initiatives to protect personal information

6. Coexistence with Local Communities

As a member of the local community, we will build close relationships with surrounding communities and act to solve problems in the local community.
・Efforts for regional cooperation

7. Coexistence with global society

As a member of the global community, we will correctly understand the current situation in the era of globalization and multicultural coexistence, form ties with people around the world, and act to solve the problems of the global society.
・Efforts for international cooperation

8. Development of human resources that contribute to society

We aim to cultivate students' problem-finding and problem-solving abilities and develop human resources who can contribute to solving the various problems facing society.
- Improving the quality of education and Research