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2025.10.22

The Bangkok International Organization Training Program Taught Me the Importance of Understanding Regions from a Broad Perspective — I Aspire to Build a Career in International Politics(RINALDI Christian Giuseppe)

2025.10.03

Visiting Professor for Fall Semester 2025 (Professor Michael Reiterer)

For the Fall Semester of 2025, we have invited Professor Michael Reiterer as a visiting professor.

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Dr. Reiterer is Distinguished Professor at the Center for Security, Diplomacy and Strategy, Brussels School of Governance. He is also a former ambassador of the European Union to South Korea and Switzerland (ret).

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In his undergraduate course titled "Special Lecture The Indo-Pacific Theatre – a European Perspective", Dr. Reiterer offers insightful lectures on security issues in the Indo-Pacific region from a European viewpoint.

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In addition to this undergraduate course, Dr. Reiterer is also teaching a graduate-level course titled "EU Foreign Policy in Times of Fragmentation and Contestation". Dr. Reiterer is scheduled to continue teaching both courses through the end of the Fall Semester in early January.

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2025.10.01

Graduate School Week 2025

During Graduate School Week, we will present the features and highlights of the Graduate School of International Relations. Current graduate students who have participated in either the Dual Master’s Degree Program (DMDP)—which allows students to earn two master’s degrees in two years—or a one-semester exchange program at partner universities will share their experiences and talk about graduate school life and studying abroad.

This is a great opportunity to ask questions about graduate school life and international career paths.
We welcome participants who:

  • Are interested in studying in the English-based graduate program
  • Aspire to work in the international community in the future
  • Are considering the Graduate School of International Relations  
We warmly welcome all those interested in international studies, academic growth, and global engagement.

November 4 (Tue), 18:30–19:30 (Live Online) 
Graduate School Admission Information Session

Venue: Online(Zoom)
How to participate: Please register by 15:00 on Friday, October 31 via the Ritsumeikan University Graduate School Admissions Information Site. [Click here for details].
Please note that this session will be conducted in Japanese only.


November 7 (Fri), 18:30–19:30 (In-person)
Study Abroad Experience at Partner Universities Shared by Current Graduate Students 

Venue: Kinugasa Campus, Koshinkan KS202
How to participate: Please register via Forms by the morning of the event day.

Graduate students who have participated in joint master’s programs with partner universities will share their learning and life experiences abroad.
Anyone interested in studying abroad, pursuing an international career, or learning more about the graduate school is welcome to attend.

Note: The schedule may change depending on the availability of the speakers. 
Please check the Graduate School of International Relations website for the latest updates.

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2025.10.01

We welcomed new students for September 2025 enrollment.

In September 2025, the College of International Relations welcomed new students.
Congratulations on your enrollment!

Classes started on September 26.

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2025.09.26

Developing my Japanese proficiency enabled me to engage in a wide range of experiences during my time in Japan(DAO NGUYEN BAO Ngoc)

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Studying international relations in English while also having the opportunity to learn Japanese in Kyoto provided the perfect environment for me.(CHA Mok Won)

2025.09.25

The Bangkok International Organization Training Program in Thailand was held

The Bangkok International Organization Training Program in Thailand was held from September 14 to September 20, 2025.

 

This unique overseas program of College of International Relations is coordinated by Prof. Sachiko Ishikawa, and the program aims to maintain and improve students’ motivation to work for international organizations while learning about the roles and work of international organizations, and importance of being in the field.

 

During this year’s program, students visited several key institutions in Bangkok, including UNHCR, UNICEF, UNESCAP, UNESCO, the Microsoft Thailand Office, and Chulalongkorn University.

 

At UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees), students learned about the current challenges faced in refugee support and the initiatives being undertaken to address them. The students exchanged their opinions on solutions to these problems.

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At UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund), representatives provided insights into their daily work and shared valuable advice about the competencies required to work in international organizations.

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The session also featured a talk by Ms. Yui Walsh, an alumna of the College of International Relations and current UNICEF staff member working as a JPO (Junior Professional Officer). Hearing directly from a graduate working in the field gave students a rare and meaningful perspective.

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At UNESCAP (United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific), students learned about the missions and activities of various divisions through interactive quizzes and exchanged ideas with the staff.

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During the lunchtime session, students heard about the staff members’ career paths and university experiences, gaining valuable advice and perspectives that are rarely accessible through regular coursework.

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At UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), students joined a session with students from Chulalongkorn University to learn about UNESCO's work on the SDGs and issues related to World Heritage.

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The session covered a wide range of topics including environmental issues, education, and gender equality.

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At the Microsoft Thailand Office, students learned about real-world applications of AI and the essential skills needed to succeed in a fast-changing, technology-driven society.

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At Chulalongkorn University, following mutual introductions of each university's efforts related to the SDGs, students were divided into groups for a collaborative group presentation. Each group proposed solutions to pressing SDG-related issues that both universities should address in the future.

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The visit also served as a meaningful reunion, as students from Chulalongkorn University had previously visited Ritsumeikan University's Kinugasa Campus in July.

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This wonderful training program was made possible by the network that Prof. Sachiko Ishikawa established during her time at UNHCR and JICA. It was very meaningful with a diverse range of students regardless of nationality, major, or class.

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2025.09.23

Graduation and Commencement Ceremonies held.

The Commencement Ceremony of the Faculty of International Relations for the Spring Semester of the 2025 Academic Year were held at the Osaka Ibaraki Campus on September 23.
We have 46 graduates from the College of International Relations.
Congratulations on your graduations!

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2025.09.22

Exploring International Relations through the U.S. Consulate General Osaka-Kobe’s Ambassador’s Youth Council(AMANAI (VAN DUIJVENBODE) Milea)

2025.09.04

Studying Peace in Kyoto: Two Years Including a Hiroshima Seminar and Internship at the Kyoto Museum for World Peace(Miles Brian Mariano-Ortilla)