News & Events
A New Sylff Institution in Japan - Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Awarded 69th Sylff Endowment
Update. Oct. 29,2009
When questioned by his students and colleagues as to why the international university had to be located in Beppu City, Oita Prefecture, a rural area enclosed by mountains and ocean on the island of Kyushu—the most southwestern of the four main islands of Japan—difficult to associate with the concept of “internationalization,” Dr. Monte Cassim,
President of Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) in Japan, made his first pledge, responding then with conviction that, “I will bring the world to the feet of our students.” He did indeed: world-renowned people including Nobel Prize laureates, heads of state, and captains of industries were invited to provide exemplary speeches to his students. And this time, he has brought another world to them—the world of Sylff. (more…)
Sylff connect Open!
Update. Oct. 21,2009
Sylff connect is a SNS(Social Networking Service) exclusively for the Sylff fellows past and present, to connect and collaborate in the global network.
Let’s maximize this cyber connection with Sylff colleagues to empower your research and social activities!
For further details:
・Message from Akiko Matsunobu
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Further Update on “Soliciting Your Contribution for Victims of Typhoon Oydoy”
Update. Oct. 13,2009
Dear Sylff Friends,
Regarding “Soliciting Contribution for Victims of Typhoon Ondoy in Philippines” project undertaken by the Ateneo de Manila University and coordinated by Sherilyn Siy (Sylff Fellow of the Ateneo) pertaining to the Sylff community, we would like to share with you further update and information. (more…)
Soliciting Contribution for Victims of Typhoon Ondoy in Philippines
Update. Oct. 7,2009
Dear Sylff Friends,
You may have read/seen the news about the devastation wrought by Typhoon Ondoy in Manila.
At one point, it was estimated that 80% of Metro Manila was underwater, although the damage is not limited to Metro Manila alone. Over 250+ were killed and some 400,000 people displaced. (more…)
“eco japan cup”Entry Information
Update. Sep. 8,2009
“eco japan cup” is a public-private partnership event organized jointly by the Environmental Business Women, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications in Japan. (more…)
