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International Exchange Salon

Introduction

International Exchange Salon is located in Room D201 on the 2nd floor of building D, School of Science. This salon was set up for international students and researchers to interact with Japanese students. This salon is used also as an advisement office for international students, and as a venue to have international exchange events.

Opening times: 10:15 – 16:30 Monday to Friday (Subject to change)

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Event Information

【Regular Event】
・Language Class
JHH(Japanese Half Hour) Details
EHH(English Half Hour)
CHH(Chinese Half Hour)
KHH(Korean Half Hour)
【Report】
Orientation for New International Students in Fall 2024

On September 30th, the orientation for new international students enrolled in the Fall was held at the International Exchange Salon. 39 people attended, including 32 new students, faculty members, and members of the international exchange group, Science Buddy. After a welcome speech by Professor FUNAHASHI, a chairperson of the SISC, faculty members explained in English about a support system for international students in our department, various precautions in daily life, and administrative procedures.

Welcome Party for International Students Enrolled in Fall 2024

On October 18th, a welcome party for international students enrolled in Fall was held at the International Exchange Salon. A total of 39 students and an administrative staff, including 29 international students, participated. They introduced their home countries to each other and chatted with delicious sushi and other meals in a good mood.

GSS bus tour for international students 2024

International students and Science Buddy members had a bus tour to Wakayama Castle and Momijidani Garden, and had Lacquerware Maki-e Hands-on experience on November 5th. Although it was still too early for the autumn leaves, students learned about the history of Wakayama Castle, and enjoyed their first Maki-e experience. They spent a satisfying day away from their daily research life.

Newsletter

Science Buddy

Science Buddy is a student group which aims to enhance international communication and is composed of Japanese and International students in the Graduate School and School of Science. We enjoy intercultural experience and deepen the mutual understanding through the organization and management of various kinds of events. If you would like to become a member of Science Buddy, please contact us at ri-daigakuin@office.osaka-u.ac.jp.

Support for International Students

Contact information while in school is as follows;
Responsible section telephone e-mail
VISA Permission of activity outside scope permitted Graduate Student Section 06-6850-6778 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Scholarships Graduate Student Section 06-6850-6778 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Residence Comprehensive Lodging Insurance for International Students(JEES)
Graduate Student Section 06-6850-6778 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Certificate of Japanese Government Scholarship Students Graduate Student Section 06-6850-6778 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Admission (Graduate School of Science)
Graduate Student Section 06-6850-5289 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Consultation and Registration for Courses (School of Science)
Student Section 06-6850-5282 ri-gakumu@office.#
Consultation and Registration for Courses (Graduate School of Science)
Graduate Student Section 06-6850-5289 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Tuition Graduate Student Section 06-6850-5289 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Admission of Research Students (School of Science) Student Section 06-6850-5282 ri-gakumu@office.#
Admission of Research Students (Graduate School of Science) Graduate Student Section 06-6850-5289 ri-daigakuin@office.#
Car and Bike on Campus General Affairs 06-6850-5280 ri-syomu@office.#
Lost & Found General Affairs 06-6850-5280 ri-syomu@office.#

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If calling from outside Japan, please add the Japan country code 81 and remove the 0 at the beginning. For example, +81-6-6850-6778 (Graduate Student Section).

Student Advisor for International Students

If you are in trouble, need something or information on something, you are more than welcome to come and share your concerns with us! We have several points of contact for students of the Graduate School of Science and the School of Science. Even trivial problems are more than welcome. Consultation services are available in English.

foreign@sci.#

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Yuri KAMON (ex.8169)

In Case of Emergency

If you are currently experiencing a serious mental health issue or when you feel that your life is in danger, the following email address is available to support you.

kinkyu@sci.#

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Make sure to use “Emergency” in the subject line and include the following information in the mail body.

1. Affiliation (School / Graduate School, Department)
2. Student ID number (students only)
3. Name
4. Brief description of the situation
5. Phone number or mobile number (required)
6. Email address

Other Links

Osaka University Student Health Data Form (Only for students newly coming to Japan)