International Center
Hub of global interpersonal communication, interaction, and development, committed to the promotion of world peace
In accordance with the incorporated educational institution Nippon Sport Science University’s fundamental principle of athlete development, internationalization, and achievement of the concept of “one family,” the International Center is committed to
the active promotion of international communication and interaction, and to the development of students into such professionals and citizens that will be able to make an impact in today’s society that is undergoing significant internationalization and
globalization.Mission
The International Center is devoted to developing NSSU students into individuals that can fare well in today’s increasingly globalized society through sports, and to actively promoting the Olympic movement, through the following initiatives.- Provide support to the students that are aspiring to explore their paths in other countries.
- Increase the number of overseas affiliated schools.
- Dispatch students to developing countries in cooperation with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
- Promote active exchange with overseas affiliated schools.
- Help students improve their English and other foreign language skills.
- Hold events that are attended by athletes and other members of international sporting communities from around the world.
- Promote NSSU’s own unique exchange activities involving sports.
From the Director
For 130 years, Nippon Sport Science University has been a pioneer in connecting Japan with other countries by utilizing sport as a form of outreach. In 2014, the International Center was established for the purpose of making these historical connections
more formalized between Japan and other countries consistent with the University’s history and tradition.
In 1982, Beijing Sport University and German Sport University Cologne entered into an overseas academic exchange agreement under which students from each university would attend the other school. We are proud of our partnership and excellent working relationship with each institution over a period of 40 years.
In September of 2015, 193 members of the United Nations established goals at the United Nations Summit to be achieved in the 15 year period from 2016 to 2030 that were designed to improve conditions for all citizens throughout the World. Each country is making some progress in this combined effort. The World, however, is still facing many challenges, including war, genocide, natural disasters, climate change, and human rights violations. The reality is that we, like our predecessors, are still facing these daunting issues as we have for centuries.
As we see in the Olympics and other international competitions, sport has the power to bring all the countries of the World together for a united purpose. Engaging in sport allows us to meet people from other countries and learn about their cultures. This interaction has the potential to be the driving force in the effort to find solutions to these global issues. One interaction can be a small step in this process and can lead to a giant leap in finding these solutions.
I hope that the International Center will be a place that “closes the distance to the world” for everyone who represents Japan in the future. Many graduates of Nippon Sport Science University have traveled across the oceans of the World with hope and excitement that they can make a difference by bringing their knowledge of sport to other countries. We also welcome foreign students who would like to bring their talents and experience to our university and support our mission of using sport as a bridge to bring people together to addresses the issues that we are facing in today’s world.
In 1982, Beijing Sport University and German Sport University Cologne entered into an overseas academic exchange agreement under which students from each university would attend the other school. We are proud of our partnership and excellent working relationship with each institution over a period of 40 years.
In September of 2015, 193 members of the United Nations established goals at the United Nations Summit to be achieved in the 15 year period from 2016 to 2030 that were designed to improve conditions for all citizens throughout the World. Each country is making some progress in this combined effort. The World, however, is still facing many challenges, including war, genocide, natural disasters, climate change, and human rights violations. The reality is that we, like our predecessors, are still facing these daunting issues as we have for centuries.
As we see in the Olympics and other international competitions, sport has the power to bring all the countries of the World together for a united purpose. Engaging in sport allows us to meet people from other countries and learn about their cultures. This interaction has the potential to be the driving force in the effort to find solutions to these global issues. One interaction can be a small step in this process and can lead to a giant leap in finding these solutions.
I hope that the International Center will be a place that “closes the distance to the world” for everyone who represents Japan in the future. Many graduates of Nippon Sport Science University have traveled across the oceans of the World with hope and excitement that they can make a difference by bringing their knowledge of sport to other countries. We also welcome foreign students who would like to bring their talents and experience to our university and support our mission of using sport as a bridge to bring people together to addresses the issues that we are facing in today’s world.
Prof. KANEDA Eiko
Director of International Center
Programs organized by the International Center
The International Center offers a wide array of programs.
So do take advantage of the resources available here for your needs, may it be for studying abroad, JICA volunteering, or employment search!
For more information on these programs and how to sign up, check n-pass or the bulletin boards on campus.
So do take advantage of the resources available here for your needs, may it be for studying abroad, JICA volunteering, or employment search!
For more information on these programs and how to sign up, check n-pass or the bulletin boards on campus.