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“Sophia University United Nations Weeks June 2025” will be held from June 10 to 24.
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New Digital Green Technology Department to Launch in April 2027 to Nurture Global GX Leaders
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- Sophia’s Endeavor to Evolve
Joining Hands to Build an Open University
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- Learning at Sophia
The chances we take allow us to experience more of the world
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The unique appearance and brooding methods of seahorses
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- #Master’s & Doctoral Programs in Science and Technology
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Sophia University holds various events throughout the year. In addition to events that are opened to the public, such as Open Campus and Sophia Festival (University Festival), new discoveries and learning can be gained by attending lectures, seminars, symposiums, and other events that cover more specialized content of interest to the public.
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Memorial Mass for Pope Francis
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- Main Chapel, St. Ignatius Church
- Sophia University, Sophia School Corporation, Japan Province of the Society of Jesus, and St. Ignatius Church
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Ecological Imaginaries in Civil Data in Post-Nuclear Japan
- 17:30 - 19:00
- Room 301, Building 10 / In person
- Institute of Comparative Culture
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Hiroshima: The Last Witnesses; A Writer’s Journey
- 17:30 - 19:00
- Room 301 (Subject to change) / Hybrid
- Institute of Comparative Culture
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Reading Family Albums: Indian Immigrants in Tokyo, 1976-2010
- 18:30-20:00 (JST)
- Room 301, 3F, Building 10, Sophia University
- Institute of Comparative Culture
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A screening of a documentary film “Home in the Making”
- 16:00-17:30 (JST) (A screening followed by a Q&A and a discussion)
- Room 309, 3F, Building 2 / in person / registration required
- Institute of Comparative Culture
Features
Sophia Style Online
How did the seniors spend their four years at Sophia University? It is only four years, yet it is still four long years. Considering the future, what kind of actions should you take while you are a student? Here are some hints.
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Embracing Africa: Paving my career path with passion
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Utilizing my experience of being raised outside Japan to help others
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Try it out first. Change direction if not right. I’ve come a long way that way
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Follow your heart: Discovering new goals on the path forward
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Overcoming a wall has given me confidence
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Learning at Sophia
Interviews with students featured in the “Learning at Sophia” video series as they share their studies and daily life at the university. Each student’s journey reflects how they have grown since enrolling, the insights they have gained, and what it’s like living in Tokyo.
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Before anything else, just “give it a try:” How Interacting with Junior High Students in Fukushima and my Studies Brought to Light a Vision for the Future
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The Path to Resolve The Global Issues I Found in Understanding Differences
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Follow Your Curiosity: How Embracing Challenges Makes for Enjoyable and Fulfilling Days
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Understanding others to understand oneself. How my encounter with Indonesia changed my future trajectory
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Finding My New Goal: Creating Comfortable Spaces as Part of People’s Daily Lives
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Window to the World
Every year, many Sophia University students study abroad in countries all over the world outside of Japan. How did they manage to find their way through the differences in languages, cultures, and lifestyles? Here are some voices of students who studied abroad.
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A realistic view of Germany as seen by a researcher of German literature
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My short-term study abroad in Taiwan and Australia, where I learned the process of incorporating diverse ideas into my day-to-day life.
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Two weeks in Geneva, where I was inspired by the aspirations of officials working for international organization.
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Feeling the energy of the local students in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam
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Social Engagement Programs in Côte d’Ivoire, offered me another level of experience that was not accessible on a personal visit
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The Knot- Nexus of Knowledge by Sophia Professors
Sophia University researchers link solutions to the global challenges we face, including the climate change crisis, conflict and violence, and the rapid shifts brought about by advances in information technology. We will take a closer look at their research, the source of Sophia’s wisdom and the “nexus” that connects us to the world.
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Why Do Protections for Globally Itinerant Populations Vary across Receiving Countries? Cross-national Comparative Research on Domestic and Global Explanations
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Shakespeare, social upheaval, and “forgiveness and reconciliation”
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Analyzing Impacts of Zero Interest Rates With New Economic Models
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Conveying the charm of German poet Hölderlin who depicted an ideal future
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Data-driven marketing through analyzing social media and consumer behavior
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Sophia’s Endeavor to Evolve
The president of Sophia University and the five vice presidents responsible for the areas of academic affairs, community engagement, academic research, student affairs, and globalization are striving to improve and innovate Sophia University every day. Join us as the executive board of the university discusses Sophia’s past, present, and future endeavors.
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Sophia’s Endeavor to Evolve
Joining Hands to Build an Open University
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Connecting Wisdom, Through Wisdom: Reflecting on my Eight Years as President -Part 3-
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Connecting Wisdom, Through Wisdom: Reflecting on my Eight Years as President -Part 2-
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Connecting Wisdom, Through Wisdom: Reflecting on my Eight Years as President -Part 1-
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General Admissions and University Selection: Supporting potential students’ study abroad aspirations
Sophia Chronicle since 1913
The origins of Sophia University trace back to the days of St. Francis Xavier. With Christian humanism at its foundation, Sophia University has continued in its growth from its founding in 1913 to the present day, and its footsteps and future are described in episodes.
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Sophia Chronicle since 1913
Lunch Scene at Sophia
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Summer Session Program
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Introducing Monumenta Nipponica
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Cherry blossoms on the bank planted by Sophia University students
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Loving Hands for Indochina Refugees -For Others, With Others-