NTNU Strengthens Ties with Leading Universities in Japan
National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU) continues to expand its higher education partnerships in Japan. Led by President Cheng-Chih Wu, delegations visited Kanto and Kansai in October 2025 and January 2026, meeting four leading private universities—Waseda, Keio, Ritsumeikan, and Doshisha—and engaging with alumni. Discussions focused on academic collaboration, student mobility, English-medium instruction, and interdisciplinary research.
Kanto: Advancing Academic Exchange
In Kanto, NTNU met with Keio University to explore elevating faculty-level cooperation to institution-wide initiatives, enhancing student exchange, and strengthening industry-academia programs. NTNU shared experience in COIL online co-teaching and cross-disciplinary talent cultivation, while both sides identified opportunities in AI, multimedia, and emerging technologies.
At Waseda University, discussions focused on student development and international learning pathways, including summer and short-term programs. Both universities emphasized student support systems and explored collaboration in sports science and applied research.
Kansai: Strengthening Partnerships
In Kansai, NTNU deepened ties with Ritsumeikan and Doshisha. At Ritsumeikan University, partners reviewed decades of cooperation and planned next steps in student exchange, joint research, and emerging fields, including programs in semiconductors and technology.
At Doshisha University, discussions aligned with the university’s “Vision 2025” internationalization goals. NTNU shared progress in English-medium programs, and both sides expressed interest in leadership exchanges and academic visits.
Alumni Engagement: Strengthening Connections
The delegation met alumni in Tokyo and Osaka, reinforcing ties and facilitating knowledge sharing and networking. Recent alumni organizations demonstrate the vitality and influence of NTNU alumni in Japan, who continue to support the university’s international initiatives.
Looking Ahead: Expanding Collaboration
Visits to these leading universities strengthened NTNU’s foundation for collaboration and opened new possibilities in student development, interdisciplinary research, English-medium instruction, and industry partnerships. NTNU will continue to cultivate globally minded, interdisciplinary talent and enhance its international impact.