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2024.12.04
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About AY2025 Ritsumeikan University (Undergraduate) Readmission
The application period for AY 2025 Spring Semester Re-admission Examination at Ritsumeikan University(Undergraduate)(for international students who need to obtain a new "Student" visa) has started.
If you are considering to apply re-admission, please contact the Administrative Office of International Relations by December 16.
Contact Information: irpost01@st.ritsumei.ac.jp
2024.12.02
I undoubtedly have gained comprehension from different fields of studies under the realm of International Relations studies at Ritsumeikan.(Diva Fristika Lordya)
2024.11.29
Former Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mitoji Yabunaka, gave a special lecture entitled “Turbulent World and Japan”.
On November 28th, we held a special lecture by visiting professor Mitoji Yabunaka.
Prof. Yabunaka is an expert in Japanese diplomacy who has worked on numerous international negotiations since joining the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and served as the Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs in 2008. After retiring from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2010, he has been teaching at Ritsumeikan University's College of International Relations as a visiting professor.
The theme of the lecture is “Turbulent World and Japan—US Presidential Election, Middle East, and Asian Theater”.
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Prof. Yabunaka is an expert in Japanese diplomacy who has worked on numerous international negotiations since joining the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and served as the Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs in 2008. After retiring from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2010, he has been teaching at Ritsumeikan University's College of International Relations as a visiting professor.
The lecture was given in English, and many students from the College of International Relations and Graduate School of International Relations attended. It was a very valuable opportunity for students to hear directly from Prof. Yabunaka about the latest international affairs and the challenges facing Japanese diplomacy in the future.
In addition, before the lecture, a “Career Talk Session” was held in Japanese for students aiming to work for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or as a national public servant. In addition to students from the College of International Relations, many students from other faculties also participated, and they were able to receive valuable advice from Prof. Yabunaka on becoming a Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs or national civil servant.
2024.11.27
I encourage students to take advantage of various opportunities during their university years, meet diverse people, and broaden their perspectives. (International Relations Major Alumnus 2014)
2024.11.26
The College of International Relations provided a very valuable foundation for my career to date in the field of private sector development in Africa and for building the strong motivation that led me to join UNDP.(HARA Sachiko: Alumnus 2013)
2024.11.15
https://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/ir/open-seminar/eng/overview/
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On the 7 of November, the Zemi Research Convention was held.
On the 7 of November, the Zemi Research Convention was held.The convention is a presentation style competition for teams of third-year students and above enrolled in Advanced Seminar.Every year we invite guests from companies and alumni from across the globe to visit and interact with current students.
This year 33 teams presented.
You can access each teams’ presentation content from the below website link:https://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/ir/open-seminar/eng/overview/
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guests, faculty, graduates, students from affiliated high school and
current students gathered on the day.They attentively observed each
presentation and abundant thought-provoking Q&A’s were exchanged.
The presentation participants were able to gather many valuable feedbacks from audiences.
We will be using the data to enrich students' graduation thesis and future studies and improve future conventions held by our faculty.
We will be using the data to enrich students' graduation thesis and future studies and improve future conventions held by our faculty.
2024.11.13
My life at Ritsumeikan was busy but incredibly fulfilling. The possibilities after graduation are endless—whether you choose to work or continue your academic journey in Japan or elsewhere. (LIN Tzu Cheng:Global Studies Major Alumnus)
2024.11.08
My time at the College of International Relations taught me two crucial lessons that continue to guide me today: thriving in diverse environments and cultivating a love of learning.(SAKAKIBARA Jun :Global Studies Major Alumnus)
2024.11.06
Faculty Exchange with American University
Ritsumeikan University (RU) has been offering a Dual Master’s Degree Program since 1992 and a Dual Undergraduate Degree Program since 1994 with American University (AU) in Washington, DC. As part of these collaborative efforts, a Joint Degree Program between AU and RU was established in 2018. The two universities not only partner in education but also exchange faculty members regularly.
In the fall semester of 2024, RU invited Dr. Claire Brunel from AU to give lectures in economics which is her area of expertise.
The students listened attentively while taking notes, and they were actively engaging with the teacher's questions.
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In the fall semester of 2024, RU invited Dr. Claire Brunel from AU to give lectures in economics which is her area of expertise.
The students listened attentively while taking notes, and they were actively engaging with the teacher's questions.
Ritsumeikan University will continue to participate in exchanges with American University and provide diverse learning opportunities for students.