Campus Life of International Students
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Annual Events
AprilEntrance Ceremony
Entrance ceremony is held at Shobi Commemorative Hall 2000. It is always very inspiring to see the shining eyes of our new students.
AprilWelcome Party for New International Students
The ceremony is held at Kawagoe Prince Hotel where the President, professors, and international students already studying at our university welcome new students with a banquet, live performances and team games.
JuneInternational exchange at a local elementary school
International students of Shobi University participate in activities to promote understanding and respect towards different cultures by giving presentations to introduce their own countries. Primary school students, on the other hand, help international students to learn more about Japanese culture as they enjoy various traditional Japanese games together.
JulyHomestay sponsored by the prefecture
You can experience Japanese culture with a host family for one night and two days and gain a deeper understanding of Japan.
AugustKids Festival sponsored by the local district
This will be an opportunity to experience traditional Japanese games and to interact with elementary and junior high school students and local people.
OctoberInternational exchange at a local high school
International students of Shobi University give presentations and talk about their culture and traditions. At the discussion session held after that becomes meaningful exchange as both international students and high school students actively ask questions on their matters of concern.
OctoberShobi Festival (School festival)
The audience can enjoy all kinds of performances both indoors and outdoors. They can also see the results of educational research in the classrooms such as presentations of various projects and exhibitions done by students. In addition, visitors can enjoy Korean, Chinese and Vietnamese food at food stalls set up by international students besides many other stalls run by Shobi University students all over the campus.
December“Language Festival”
Speech contest “Language Festival” is held every year for international students learning Japanese and Japanese students learning English. Visitors can witness great language skills of those students who have passed the qualifying round.
Monthly eventSHOBI Café
SHOBI Café is an event for cultural exchange that transcends nationalities, departments, and grades. These interactions also contribute to students' extracurricular activities and achievements.
There are many other events, volunteer activities, etc.