Welcome to NANZAN 2020

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Welcome to NANZAN 2020 NANZAN SCHOOL CORPORATION NANZAN UNIVERSITY NANZAN JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL NANZAN KOKUSAI JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL HOLY SPIRIT JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MISONO JOGAKUIN JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL NANZAN PRI MARY SCHOOL MISONO KINDERGARTEN MISONO MARIA KINDERGARTEN
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NANZAN-EDUCATION NANZAN SCHOOL CORPORATION was founded in 1932 by the Society of the Divine Word (also known as Divine Word Missionaries) and was later joined by institutions established by the Mission Congregation of the Servants of the Holy Spirit(1995) as well as the Congregation Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart (2016). It serves as the umbrella organization for a complex of educational institutions, including two kindergartens, one primary school, four high schools and Nanzan University. Their common purpose is to provide an education based on the Christian world view across all fields of knowledge. The essence of the Christian world view is the conviction that God has endowed each and every human being with inviolable dignity, irrespective of religion, moral or other qualities. Thus, the purpose of all Nanzan education, whether at the university and high schools, or at the primary school and kindergartens, is to foster awareness of, and readiness to promote human dignity in all walks of life. The commitment to such an education is proclaimed by the Nanzan motto “Hominis Dignitati ― for the dignity of all human beings.” Failure to thank is failure to think. As we look back at the miraculous growth of Nanzan, we can only feel a profound sense of gratitude: to God for the unfailing care bestowed upon us, and to our benefactors for the many sacrifices they have made through the years so that God’s work might be fulfilled by the frail hands that are ours. To our generous friends in many countries, a heartfelt “Thank you.” Hideaki Ichise, SVD Chairman, Board of Directors 01
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IN AN ERA OF CHANGE was founded in 1875 in the Netherlands by Saint Arnold Janssen who was also the founder of the Mission Congregation of the Servants of the Holy Spirit. A native of Germany, Arnold Janssen was canonized on 5 October 2003 by Pope John Paul II. The Society now has some 6,000 members who are active in over 82 countries across the globe and are readily identified by their SVD title, indicating their affiliation with the Societas Verbi Divini, the Latin name of the Society. Their commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the Christian ideals embodied in their religious constitutions: THE SOCIETY OF THE DIVINE WORD Our presence in an educational institution is intended to make it a place of evangelization where the word of God can be heard and its liberating power experienced in one’s personal and social life. Such evangelization develops a sense of the universality of the Church and her mission to the world. To this end we work with the larger educational community: teachers, students and their families. Our educational institutions are open to the poor. We must take into account the existing conditions in any given country when deciding to what extent and in what manner we should be involved in the apostolate of education. (const. 109. 3) Saint Arnold Janssen Founder, Society of the Divine Word 02
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Nanzan’s Home in Japan THE NANZAN SCHOOLS are located in the rolling hills overlooking metropolitan Nagoya and in the nearby cities of Toyota and Seto on the outskirts of Nagoya.Recently they have been joined by two kindergartens and a high school, located in Fujisawa, a flourishing city in the Kanto area. Nagoya boasts a proud history. The famous shogun, Ieyasu Tokugawa, was a native of the area, and it was in Nagoya that he built a great castle for his ninth son. Today the Greater Nagoya area is home to over 10 million people, and in recent years the region has been one of the main focal points of development in the country, destined to come out of the present crisis even stronger. The name “Nanzan” is well known throughout the region, allowing the Nanzan schools to forge ever-closer ties with the local community through their educational and research activities and their contributions to society. Nagoya Castle, in the heart of Nagoya 03
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Enoshima, in the heart of Fujisawa Wisteria, the Official City Flower of Fujisawa FUJISAWA NAGOYA SETO TOYOTA 04
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Nanzan School Corporation ●Graduate Program in Christian Thought ●Graduate Program in Religious Thought Graduate School of Humanities ●Graduate Program in Anthropology ●Graduate Program in Educational Facilitation ●Graduate Program in Linguistic Science ●Graduate Program in International Area Studies ●Graduate Program in Economics ●Graduate Program in Management ●Graduate Program in Policy Studies ●Graduate Program in Law ●Graduate Program of Systems and Mathematical Sciences ●Graduate Program of Software Engineering ●Graduate Program of Mechatronics ●Graduate Program in Legal Practice Graduate School of International Area Studies Graduate School of Social Sciences Graduate School of Law Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering Nanzan School of Law ●Department of Christian Studies Faculty of Humanities ●Department of Anthropology and Philosophy ●Department of Psychology and Human Relations ●Department of Japanese Studies ●Department of British and American Studies ●Department of Spanish and Latin American Studies Faculty of Foreign Studies ●Department of French Studies ●Department of German Studies ●Department of Asian Studies Faculty of Economics Faculty of Business Administration Faculty of Law Faculty of Policy Studies Faculty of Science and Engineering Faculty of Global Liberal Studies ●Department of Economics ●Department of Business Administration ●Department of Law ●Department of Policy Studies ●Department of Systems and Mathematical Science ●Department of Software Engineering ●Department of Mechatronics ●Department of Global Liberal Studies Foreign Language Education Center Physical Education Center Center for International Affairs Center for Japanese Studies Center for Information and Communication Technology Center for Audio-Visual Education 05
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Health Center Anthropological Institute Institute for Religion and Culture Institute for Social Ethics Center for American Studies Center for Latin American Studies Center for European Studies Center for Asia-Pacific Studies Center for the Study of Human Relations Center for Management Studies Center for Linguistics Center for Science and Engineering Center for Legal Practice-Education and Research Christian Center University Compliance Office Institutional Research Promotion Office Boys Division Girls Division Misono Jogakuin Junior and Senior High School Misono Kindergarten Misono Maria Kindergarten 06
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The Pioneers: Men and Women of Faith Josef Reiners, SVD Apostolic Prefect and Nanzan pioneer Alois Pache, SVD First president of Nanzan University FATHER JOSEF REINERS landed in Japan in 1909, only two years after Divine Word Missionaries reached its shores from Europe. His attempts to establish schools in Akita and Niigata met with many obstacles, but later, as Apostolic Prefect of the Nagoya diocese extending over most of central Japan, he succeeded in establishing Nanzan High School in 1932. Despite the precarious financial and political situation, the school prospered and was even able to stay open during the war years. In these difficult times, he was encouraged by his assistant, Father Alois Pache, who reminded him that “The school is God’s work.... You must believe that.” Foreign Languages was duly subsumed by the Faculty of Arts and Letters, and Father Pache, whose faith in the school was his gift from God, became the first president (1949–1957). Period of Growth and Consolidation Today Nanzan provides a complete spectrum of Catholic education, from Kindergarten and primary school through university graduate school. Even today, each of these institutions described in the pages that follow is going through a period of change and consolidation. When Father Pache returned to Nanzan a few days before his death, he saw his faith in God’s providence vindicated—the Nanzan community had grown beyond his wildest dreams. Faith in the face of failure was certainly the key to the modest success that is Nanzan today. The Beginning of a New Era for Nanzan In the early postwar years, the High School underwent reform in accordance with new legislation. In the meantime, the Nanzan College of Foreign Languages was established in 1946, comprising a Department of English and a Department of Chinese, and the following year departments of German and French were added. In a master stroke of faith and relentless energy, the Divine Word Missionaries decided to found a university. In 1949 the College of 07
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HOMINIS DIGNITATI “For Human Dignity” The Nanzan Motto NO CONSTITUTION, no matter how carefully conceived, no council or committee, no religion or body politic, can ensure the pursuit of the dignity of the human being that it has been established to secure. Only people can do that. And educators have the inside track . . . . is truly formative. For these give a growing person an actual experience of his or her own human dignity. All the knowledge we convey and the wisdom we can hope to transmit at Nanzan are nothing without love for people as God loves us. WHAT A CHILD LEARNS at a parent’s knees or from a teacher’s tone of voice 08
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A Message from the President of Nanzan University education and research at Nanzan University. Academic excellence is defined by a focus on personal growth and community service. The ultimate purpose of undergraduate studies is not just to get a good (and lucrative) job, but to foster a spirit of service that helps to create a better and more humane society. The creation of new knowledge in graduate schools and research institutes is not driven by the need for personal fame or profit, but rather pursued with a view to bringing real benefits for a global society. At Nanzan we take special pride in helping our students develop an international perspective. Contact with foreign-born or foreign-educated faculty members and students as well as opportunities for study abroad help all Nanzan students to develop internationally-oriented attitudes. Such openness to the international community is especially important for this region, with its economy so heavily dependent on foreign trade. Nanzan’s area studies centers, institutes and research centers also contribute to the efforts to internationalize the city of Nagoya and central Japan by providing seminars, symposia, lectures, and publications for scholars, business and civic leaders, as well as interested members of the public. The purpose of all Nanzan education, whether at the University, our high schools, or our primary school, is to provide educational quality with a difference, a broad, Christian, international, and academic education with the aim of increasing each person’s awareness of human dignity, not only the dignity of oneself as an individual, but the dignity of all people. The promotion of human dignity, by necessity, produces a sense of social responsibility and a commitment to the needs of others. This is, after all, the basis of Christ’s law of charity, the source of Nanzan’s motto: “Hominis Dignitati—for the dignity of all human beings.” Robert Kisala, SVD President of Nanzan University FATHER ROBERT KISALA, the eighth President of Nanzan University, discusses a number of key issues relevant not only to the University but to Nanzan education as a whole. Founded in 1946 as a college of foreign languages, Nanzan University has grown into one of the most prestigious universities in the Tokai region. The addition through the years of new faculties, departments and research centers has not changed the basic purpose and thrust of Nanzan education—to provide an education rooted in Christian values across all fields of knowledge. The gist of Nanzan University’s education is expressed in the motto common to all Nanzan educational institutions: “Hominis Dignitati— for the dignity of all human beings.” All undergraduate and graduate programs have required courses on religion, Christianity, or ethics, promoting the objectives and character of Nanzan as a Catholic university. These specific courses on religious and moral values: the spirit of “Hominis Dignitati,” shared by faculty members and students, serves as the common ground for 09
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This is our University FROM MODEST BEGINNINGS as a College of Foreign Languages in 1946, Nanzan took the small step to a single Faculty of Arts and Letters in 1949 and has since grown into a fullyfledged university with a worldwide reputation for academic excellence. In April 2000, Nanzan University established two faculties—the Faculty of Policy Studies and the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences and Information Engineering (now the Faculty of Science and Engineering since 2014) at the Seto campus, and with the addition in April 2017 of the Faculty of Global Liberal Studies, the University now has eight faculties. 　The integration of all Nanzan University faculties on the Nagoya campus began with the Faculty of Science and Engineering in 2015 followed by the Faculty of Policy Studies in 2017. This integration sees us complete the “One Campus” part of our “One Campus Many Skills” vision. In order to realize the “Many Skills” part of our vision, from the 2017 academic year onward, we will now strive to create a borderless learning environment with a genuinely unified campus where the fences between faculties and departments have been made lower. 　In April 2017 Nanzan University consolidated its faculties and departments on its Nagoya Campus, thereby concentrating all its educational resources in one location. The purpose is the creation of an environment in which better education and research systems are offered, with faculties actively engaging in exchange and students and teaching staff working closer together and cooperating in order to aim higher. In addition, the Quarter system has been introduced, allowing students to enroll in courses in a year that is divided into four segments. From June, there is an expansion of options for independent learning such as summer courses that involve short-term overseas study or service learning. We are sure that this will enhance the benefits of intensive short-term learning opportunities and promote the acceptance of Pache Square foreign students into our midst. 　With the consolidation of our campuses, we have started on the Raymond Renovation Project, which involves the refurbishment, improved safety and user-friendliness of the buildings that were designed by Antonin Raymond and completed in 1964. Based on Raymond’s design concept of “with nature as our foundation,” our intention is to take the legacy of Raymond architectural style into the next generation, in the process enhancing both the students learning and living environments. 　In 2018, we commenced a program that uses COIL-style classes. An international bi-directional approach to education that uses on-line tools such as SNS or video chat, in 2018 it was selected by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) for Support for Forming Collaborative Programs with U.S. Universities through Collaborative Online International Learning under the “Re-Inventing Japan Project – InterUniversity Exchange Project.” As a program that combines COIL-style classes with overseas study opportunities and internships in companies, it will foster the capabilities needed by those who wish to excel on the global stage. 10
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Though ecumenical in the sense that the Christian faith is not a prerequisite for entry, Nanzan University still maintains its Catholic orientation. All students are required to study Christian thought, which constitutes an introduction to the culture and thought of the Western world. Far from being a Westernizing influence, though, these classes offer Japanese students a view of the outside world while enhancing their respect for their own culture. The supranational atmosphere at Nanzan owes much to the large proportion of foreign-born and foreign-educated faculty members. To strengthen this international character of Nanzan University – the “Nanzan Difference” – efforts will be made in the coming years to implement faculty exchange programs with our partner universities around the globe. This will provide opportunities for our faculty to gain teaching experience outside their own country, and our students, again, will benefit from their interaction with a greater variety of foreign teachers. Thus, the faculty is truly international in every sense of the word. Towards the Realization of the Nanzan Grand Design In 2007, Nanzan University devised its “Grand Design” for the next 20 years. The Nanzan University Grand Design is a chart for positioning Nanzan as a university that will be a preferred option for students from all over the world. In this chart is the vision, and the medium- to long-term goals, that are based upon our University’s founding ideals and educational motto. Our vision is grounded in the recognition that differences exist among people in terms of ethnicity, ability, religion, culture, and gender. It is dedicated to the service of creating a new set of values that embraces such diversity and, through living and working together in our diversity, promotes respect for the dignity of all human beings. In short, we aim to “turn the power of the individual into the power of the world— empowering the individual to become a power in and for the world.” 11
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The following are the medium- to long-term goals for realizing this vision: 1) For education, “with the establishment of a system of universal access, having realized its vision, to become a university that is a preferred option for students from all over the world, producing quality graduates for the world market.” 2) For research, “to respect human dignity, carry out pioneering research for the advancement of humankind, and, as a base of interdisciplinary joint research, to create new academic value.” 3) For social contribution, “to become the bestregarded university in the region through social contribution that gives expression to our vision.” Creating a University for the 21st Century Eight faculties to choose from Students select their majors from an ever-broader range of disciplines encompassing the arts and humanities, the social sciences, and the sciences. Before focusing on their major, however, students spend much of their first year taking classes in a range of subjects that are offered across the University as part of the general education curriculum. Christian thought is also included in the curriculum, which aims to give the breadth and humanistic orientation that exclusive dedication to a major subject cannot provide. of Christian Studies explores the foundation of human dignity and hope through dialogues and comparison of Christianity and other religions, research on Christian art and history, and ethical inquiries into life and environment. The Department of Anthropology and Philosophy seeks the quintessence of human nature from studies on the broad diversity in cultures as well as from investigations into philosophical questions. It covers a wide range of disciplines including cultural anthropology, archeology, cultural history, linguistics, and philosophy. The Department of Psychology and Human Relations offers basic training in psychology and education, and at the same time, has a unique program in interpersonal relations. The latter aims to gain insights into the interaction and development of the human mind through a combination of theoretical and experiential learning. The Department of Japanese Studies approaches the quintessence of human nature through research on Japan and its place in the world. It investigates The Faculty of Humanities The Faculty of Humanities investigates the quintessence of human nature from various perspectives. It consists of four academic departments: Christian Studies, Anthropology and Philosophy, Psychology and Human Relations, and Japanese Studies. The Department 12
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the Japanese language as well as Japanese literature and intellectual history, and offers a teacher-training program for teaching Japanese as a second language. The Faculty of Foreign Studies Since its establishment in 1963, the Faculty of Foreign Studies has undoubtedly played a central role in broadening the international outlook of Nanzan University. Expanded in 2000, the Faculty now has five departments: the departments of British and American Studies, Spanish and Latin American Studies, French Studies, German Studies, and Asian Studies, each covering significant areas of the globe. They offer fascinating four-year programs that include many courses taught entirely in the target languages, contributing to the University’s excellent reputation in language training. The true value of the Faculty, however, comes from its unique educational orientation toward fully understanding the multi-cultural complexities of the contemporary world on the basis of language proficiency. The Faculty of Foreign Studies is the home of cutting-edge area studies as well as nationally-acclaimed language teaching. with the ability to make judgements about social experiences that affect their lives. The first two years establish the foundations of economic studies, during which students master the basic methods of economic analysis. In the following two years, students participate in small classes in which academic advisers provide individual attention while tutoring them. This enables students to undertake advanced studies on their topics of interest and view economic phenomena objectively. In particular, courses such as English for Economics, Business English, International Economics, and International Economic Policy help students prepare for careers in global businesses. The Faculty of Business Administration The Faculty aims to give students a firm foundation in the four core areas of business administration: accounting, finance, management, and marketing. Business students also study languages, arts, and the humanities to develop a broad intellectual base. In addition, most students take a special course in business ethics. Business students have the opportunity to learn some core business topics in English. They then focus on one area of business in which they gain expertise. Many of them participate in study abroad programs before graduation. The goal is to prepare students for careers as managers of companies. Graduates from the Faculty typically find jobs with world-class manufacturers and financial services companies. As business has become increasingly international, our students are prepared with appropriate language and international management knowledge. The Faculty members have extensive industry experience; many have doctorates; and, several are active researchers who have published research in top-ranked academic and professional journals. The Faculty of Economics This faculty consists of a single department that aims to provide students with professional knowledge of basic modern economic theories and deeper insights into economics and social mechanisms through studies on economic trends and changes. It also aims to inculcate students The Faculty of Law The Faculty’s aim is to nurture in our students a sense of social responsibility and a legal mind that is aware of human dignity. Hence, 13
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the program is designed to instill a sense of human dignity in each individual through the fostering of a close relationship between teacher and student. This is achieved through student-intensive seminars that are offered throughout the four years of study in the Faculty, which offers a wide-ranging selection of highly specialized courses from across the broad spectrum of legal studies. The curriculum, meanwhile, is constantly reviewed to keep abreast of changes in society. To meet such changes, the Faculty established a law school at Nanzan in April 2004 to serve the needs of graduate students and provide society with the high level of vocational training that the 21st century demands. The Faculty of Science and Engineering The Department of Systems and Mathematical Science (renamed from The Department of Information Systems and Mathematical Sciences in 2014) aims to foster information analysts. Courses allow students to develop the capability to produce new models and optimize existing models with the methodology of operations research, while allowing students to develop the ability to analyze and process the vast amounts of information based on the statistical sciences that abounds in our technologically advanced information society to serve the needs of the industrial, business, political, and welfare communities. 　The Department of Software Engineering aims to give students a firm grounding in the theoretical and methodological skills required for producing sophisticated software. Based on fundamental knowledge of Information Sciences such as Information Technology, System Engineering, and Computer Networks, courses provide students both the theory and the technological skills to synthesize the knowledge and produce software which contributes to the real world. The Department looks to nurture leading software engineers who are equipped with the advanced theoretical and technological skills of software engineering. The Faculty of Policy Studies The problems facing contemporary society today are complex and multi-faceted. Increasingly, an inter-disciplinary approach is required to deal with problems such as global environmental issues, regional concerns in developing Asian economies, administration issues for Japan at the national and local level, corporate management strategy, and the stimulation of local trade. The Department of Policy Studies takes a broad approach to such complex problems and aims to cultivate in its students the ability to conceive and devise policies that are solution-oriented. As well as its focus on the broader application of social science theory in devising rational policy, the Department also incorporates civilization theory as a core element of its curriculum. This apparoach is based on the understanding that in order to solve the respective problems of individual countries and regions, it is necessary to appreciate the cultural background in terms of historical, religious, and social factors present. In this way, a balance is sought between the universal and the particular in our analysis. 14
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The Department of Mechatronics (renamed from The Department of Systems Design and Engineering in 2014) provides students with a comprehensive grounding in control systems and telecommunication networks. Courses are designed to allow students to acquire both the basic knowledge of control systems and telecommunication networks and the skills to design real systems in the industrial world. The Faculty of Global Liberal Studies With its motto of “Be a Visionary!”, the Faculty of Global Liberal Studies (GLS) provides a great educational opportunity for those wanting to engage in their community, country, and the world, based on two main academic pillars: global studies and sustainability studies. The faculty aims to foster “students with perspectives” as 21st-century global citizens who can solve the problems arising in the world, display comprehensive and critical thinking ability, be equipped with effective communication skills in English as the International Language, and possess cross-cultural understanding ability that allows them to elucidate global issues crossing the national borders. The GLS curriculum is based on the contentlanguage integrated learning framework, in which some academic content courses are instructed totally or partially in English. To provide a solid linguistic foundation, the first five quarters will feature an intensive English program. Classes are small-sized and employ an active discussion style so that students learn to explore and discuss actively in English. Students will also obtain sufficient support from the Learning Commons and Writing Center staff. This emphasis on English education as well as on Japanese and a foreign language as a third language makes the GLS language curriculum a trilingual program. In addition, there is a compulsory study-abroad component in the second year. The Sustainability Program at ASU (Arizona State University) is an outstanding learning experience for all students to study in a global academic context. Laying its disciplinary foundation in the humanities, the seminars and thesis courses will cover a wide range of areas, such as cultural studies, anthropology, religious studies, linguistics, education, and environmental ethics amongst others. Learning is well-supported through an individual advisory system and by the use of e-portfolios. The faculty of GLS is a reassuring place that offers profound knowledge and practical solutions, and that leads students to adopt more global perspectives and to become visionaries. The Center for Japanese Studies Encountering Japan and its People Intensive instruction and training in Japanese was the initial purpose of the Center for Japanese Studies (CJS) at the time of its establishment in 1974. Since then, however, a focus on an integrated and intensive learning experience in Japanese language and culture for international students has developed. In an age in which Japan has drawn much world attention and has become an object of fascination, CJS hopes to help each student develop a better understanding of Japan, its people and language as well as a greater appreciation of the need for communication 15
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among all the world’s people. Through the practical experience of living and learning in Japan, students at CJS can encounter both the “real Japan” and a considerable cross-section of people from other lands and cultures. The result is a dynamic group of students from many different cultural backgrounds, seeking to discover Japan and their own identity in what could be termed a “world community in microcosm.” Fall and Spring Semesters: From One Program to Two To mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of Nanzan University, from the 2021 Fall Semester a new program will be offered at CJS called the Modern Japan Program (MJP). The existing well-established program will be renamed the Intensive Japanese Program (IJP), so from the 2021 academic year two programs will be offered each Fall and Spring semester. The IJP will continue to concentrate on developing students’ Japanese language skills, whereas the MJP will seek to foster students’ knowledge and understanding of Japan’s contemporary society and also help students master elementary Japanese. The MJP is designed to attract students from partner institutions who have a deep interest in Japan and Asia but who may not yet wish to intensively develop their Japanese language skills or who cannot transfer intensive language course credits back to their home institution. Students enrolled in the IJP will continue to take eight Japanese language classes each week, and the existing five levels of Japanese will continue to be offered in the Fall and six in the Spring, from elementary to advanced. On the other hand, students in the new MJP will take four Japanese language classes each week, and four elementary and pre-intermediate levels of Japanese language classes will be offered. MJP students will also take a required, threecredit content class, called Exploring Japan in the Fall and Contemporary Japan in the Spring. Regular undergraduate students can also enroll in these classes, so foreign and local students can explore modern Japanese society together through shared discussions and practical research projects. Students in both programs can take two- credit Japanese Seminar Courses, which are skills- and content-based courses taught in Japanese that match students’ level of Japanese proficiency. Students in the IJP can choose from a wide range of Japanese Seminar Courses, including translation; academic and creative writing; readings in social science, science and technology, and Japanese literature; university preparatory Japanese; and business Japanese. MJP students can do practical projects such as visiting and interviewing businesspeople in the historic Kakuozan district. Japanese Seminar Courses help students activate and apply their Japanese language skills in ways that match their language proficiency level, university major, and personal interests. Currently, CJS students can take a number of three-credit content courses about Japan taught in English. These courses will be renamed Japan Studies Courses and divided into six fields: society and history; business and economics; politics and international relations; literature, language and linguistics; and culture and art. At least two courses from each field will be offered every semester, and both IJP and MJP students can take these classes. Already, CJS students can take a number of regular two-credit undergraduate courses open to CJS students in the Fall Semester, and these Open Courses will continue to be offered to both IJP and MJP students. Finally, CJS will continue to offer two-credit Arts Courses (see the next section) and exciting new courses such as Martial Arts and Manga Drawing will be added. Finally, no regular classes will be scheduled on Wednesdays; rather, CJS students will participate in off-campus field trips and other on-campus activities. We are looking forward to welcoming the first cohort of MJP students in September 2021 and to continuing to offer the worldrenowned IJP. 16
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“Try on another way of life at the Center for Japanese Studies!” Emphasis on Hands-on Experiences Presently, five courses are offered in traditional Japanese arts and crafts. In typically Nanzan fashion, the emphasis is on doing, rather than on an abstract, ivory-tower academic approach. Flower Arrangement (Ikebana) classes quickly move from basics to original flower arrangement, while calligraphy (Shodo) courses call for a brush in the student’s hand from the start. Woodblock print (Hanga) sessions by master printmakers and tea ceremony (Sado) lessons have the student learning practical techniques right away. Aiming to deepen understanding of the development of Japanese society and an appreciation of Japanese culture, traditional Japanese dance (Odori) classes started in the summer of 2018. Since communication is the key to understanding any culture, Japanese courses at Nanzan stress the skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Progress in the language soon encourages students to make the most of their developing fluency by taking advantage of the many extracurricular learning opportunities available thanks to living in Japan during their course at CJS. Summer Program In addition to the Fall and Spring Semesters, since 2013 the CJS has also offered a Summer Program that is presently four and eight weeks long, in June and July during the university’s second quarter. This popular program helps students develop their Japanese language skills between semesters at their home institutions, or to prepare students who plan to enroll in the Fall Semester by revising their existing Japanese knowledge. Intensive Japanese classes are offered in the mornings, and optional classes in the afternoon introduce Japanese culture, society, history and literature. CJS students can also take regular undergraduate classes with local students, and a number of Art Courses. Living with a Japanese Family Rewarding homestays with a Japanese family have been extremely well received and appreciated by numerous students at CJS. These live-in situations give everyone a precious opportunity to communicate across cultures and to make lifelong friendships. Suddenly, students realize that the distance between countries is no greater than the distance between people— between “you and me.” Students may also be accommodated in one of the privately managed dormitories available for CJS students and can experience daily life with Japanese students. Japan is Your Classroom To complement the academic program, the CJS offers several trips and study tours to places of special interest in the region. In recent years, these trips have included visits to historic Hikone, the Figure Museum in Shiga, and a tour of a Toyota Motors assembly plant. CJS students also have opportunities to see performances of Kabuki. Students in the summer program may 17
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also watch a Sumo tournament. Nanzan students also welcome CJS students to their sports and culture clubs and circles, sports activities, and social activities. Local groups often extend invitations to CJS students to attend festivals, performances and community events. All of these experiences provide a welcome and unique exposure to another way of life with people from around the world. Nagoya is also conveniently located in the center of Japan, so students can quickly and conveniently visit Kyoto, Osaka and Tokyo by bullet train, and also the nearby beautiful Japanese Alps. Japan Studies Politics and International Relations Business and Economics Society and History Arts and Culture Language and Linguistics Literature Ready for a Challenge? If you are interested in the challenge of studying at CJS, please check at the Nanzan University web site URL: https:// www.nanzan-u.ac.jp/English/cjs/index.html or contact the CJS Office at cjs-office@ ic.nanzan-u.ac.jp. 18
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Outstanding Faculty Members ONE’S UNIVERSITY DAYS can be an exciting time, all the more so for the first real taste of freedom and independence that many young people experience in their first days away from home. At a medium-sized university such as Nanzan, a kind of community feeling prevails, with many staff and students interacting on a first-name basis. The Nanzan faculty is a group of highly diverse people from a variety of backgrounds. Each is interested in the well-being of the students, and many provide role models for more students than they would ever guess. Top professors treat their students as equals and welcome them to their offices to talk to them. Perhaps one of the great advantages of Nanzan for any student is the opportunity to meet teachers on a personal basis, to experience the same drive and intellectual curiosity, and to share the same awe and wonder in the supportive environment of a close personal relationship. Everyone can look back at his or her days in school and remember at least one person, one teacher, who made a difference. This person touched us somehow, helping us become more truly human—and in so doing helped us find ourselves. This is the challenge and the vocation of the Nanzan teacher today. And we are proud to have so many faculty members committed to their field, their research, and, so deeply, to their “fellow students.” Opportunities for Graduate Studies The Graduate School of Nanzan University The Graduate School of Nanzan University carries out research in specialized academic theory and applications at an advanced level based upon the foundation of education carried out in the faculties. In addition to further refining students’ academic skills, we aim to foster people who, assuming a Christian view of the world and being conscious of matters of human dignity as a working member of society, will contribute to the development of culture and the welfare of humankind. The Graduate School of Nanzan University currently comprises the f ive graduate schools of Humanities, International Area Studies, Social Sciences, Law, and Science and Engineering. In addition, to help meet the demands of an increasingly complicated and diverse world, we have established the Nanzan School of Law. We are also striving to foster highly specialized professionals. Here is what our graduates have had to say: “It’s the really close relationships formed between the students and teachers that make an education at Nanzan University so outstanding.” “Nanzan means an international education in earnest.” “The Nanzan advantage: it’s an international education.” “The great thing about Nanzan is its stress on human dignity and the atmosphere of freedom you feel there.” 19
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〈 Research Centers 〉 Center for Management Studies Research Activities at the University Center for the Study of Human Relations The Center for the Study of Human Relations, founded in April 2000 at Nanzan University, is based on the original Center for the Study of Human Relations set up in 1977 at Nanzan Junior College. The Center’s activities focus on research and training in the area of “human relations” from the broad perspective of applied behavioral sciences. It functions as one of only a small number of academic research institutions in Japan that conduct experiential learning using the laboratory method, while its bulletin, The Nanzan Journal of Human Relations, reflects research interests at the Center that include humanistic psychology, human-centered education, mind-body integration, group dynamics, and organization development. The Center is committed to providing “human relations training” and facilitation training. The Center has a partnership with NTL Institute in the USA, which founded and then developed T-group and experiential learning using the laboratory method. The Center for Management Studies, founded at Nanzan University in 1985, is involved in the study of modern business management and devotes considerable time and effort to research in Organization Studies, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, and Operations, Information and Technology. As well as encouraging these studies at Nanzan, the Center actively seeks to coordinate independent studies with outside institutions. Other activities of the Center include workshops, research projects, and the publication of monographs. Center for Science and Engineering Technology in the fields of computing and communications engineering is progressing at a terrific pace. Tomorrow’s technology will accelerate the changes taking place in society and will push the scope of social activity onto a global scale. To respond to these rapid changes and cater for the accompanying demands from society, Nanzan established the Faculty of Mathematical Sciences and Information Engineering in April 2000 and, four years later, set up the graduate school. The Center was established in April 2005 to provide an outlet for the faculty and the graduate school in terms of their education and research activities, while promoting ties with the community. The Center’s plans involve the promotion of collaborative research with industry (i.e., joint research with corporations and the undertaking of commissioned research), the re-education of the public through open lectures and seminars, and the consolidation and growth of the graduate school through the securing of financial support for its students in the form of scholarships and research funding. Center for Linguistics The long-awaited establishment of the Center for Linguistics in 2003 helps Nanzan to continue to be at the forefront of linguistic research. For many years, Nanzan has enjoyed an excellent reputation at home and abroad in the field of linguistics. The Center draws its members from various departments, and one of its main goals is to combine diverse talents across the university in the field to create a forum for collaborative research. Primary research areas represented by its members include comparative syntax, syntaxsemantics interface, and language acquisition. 20
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The Center publishes an annual research report, Nanzan Linguistics, and hosts workshops and colloquia to promote research in theoretical linguistics in Asia. It functions as the headquarter of GLOW in Asia (The Theoretical Linguistic Society of Asia) and supports the editorial work of Journal of East Asian Linguistics, published quarterly by Springer. It also houses various collaborative research projects, including those funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and the National Institute for Japanese Language and Linguistics. The details of the Center’s activities as well as its research results can be found on its website: ‘http://www.nanzan-u.ac.jp/LINGUISTICS/ index-e.html’. Center for Legal Practice-Education and Research The Center was established thanks to a fund being set up after a donation from the parents of the late Katsuhiko Inagaki who died due to medical malpractice during the years when he was a student at Nanzan University. The Center aims to deliver practical education to postgraduate students in the Nanzan School of Law and to carry out practical research involving collaboration between legal practice-oriented instructors and research-oriented instructors. It also serves as a hub to enhance the skills of legal practitioners such as lawyers. In addition to holding mock questioning of doctors on matters such as incidents of medical misadventure and workshops for legal practitioners on amendments to civil law, the Center also works with the Faculty of Law by holding lectures for its undergraduate students to introduce them to some of the outstanding work being done by corporate lawyers. 〈 Area Studies Centers 〉 Center for American Studies The Center for American Studies was founded in 1976 with a grant from the Fulbright Commission (Japan-U.S. Educational Commission). Fostering interdisciplinary programs in American Studies at Nanzan, the Center has a library of some 18,000 volumes providing information on American government, sociology, history, diplomacy, economics, and culture. It serves as a major source of such information for people in the central region of Japan. Its journal, the Nanzan Review of American Studies, is well known in its field. The Center hosted the NASSS (Nagoya American Studies Summer Seminars, 2007-2011). 2016 marked the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Center for American Studies, and the Center hosted the Symposium for the 40th Anniversary. Center for Latin American Studies The Center was founded in 1983 and is committed to excellence in its research, teaching and exchange of knowledge on Latin America with students, specialists and the surrounding community. Its main goal is to bring them together and provide information related to Latin America for everyone who is interested in this area. 21
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The Center provides a variety of events, conferences and lectures, featuring distinguished scholars. The Center publishes an annual journal, Perspectivas Latinoamericanas, with articles and reviews written in Spanish, Portuguese or English, as a portal for specialists to stimulate productive knowledge sharing within and outside the academic units of Nanzan. The Center has also published a series of Latin American Research in Japanese since 2006. system, the movement for an even more strongly integrated market within the European Union, and the integration of eastern European countries within the new Europe. Center for Asia-Pacific Studies Integrating the former Center for Australian Studies and the recently established Center for Asian Studies, the Center for Asia-Pacific Studies was set up in April 2005 to meet a broad range of needs and to fulfill a number of key functions within the University. Mainly concerned with the regions of Asia and the Pacific, the Center provides a focal point for members of faculty whose research interests range from economic development, political change, modern history, and cultural exchange to literature and ethnic issues. The Center is expected to generate much interest at home and abroad through its symposia, publications, and scholarly exchanges. Center for European Studies The Center for European Studies was established in 1991 for further mutual understanding between Japan and the countries of Europe. The Center promotes research on contemporary European politics, economics, and society from a broad, interdisciplinary perspective. Its major concerns at the present time include the role of Europe in the formation of a new global security Museum of Anthropology for the Nanzan Anthropological Institute. At that time many Divine Word Missionaries specialized in anthropology, such as Father. Kiichi Numazawa SVD (2nd president of the university). With the expansion of the collection, the room became independent and was opened to the public in 1979. The collection in the museum is mainly for academic work and education, but active use of it is also made by students studying for a curator license. New museum was opened at the B1 of building R in Oct. 2013. With the slogan of “For Everyone’s Curiosity” ,the collection comes to wholly be touchable. THIS MUSEUM started in 1949 as a display room 22
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Collections The museum collection is divided into three categories; archaeology, anthropology, and Japanese modern history (Showa-era). Archaeology Main ancient Japanese excavation finds, like pottery and bone materials, were collected by Rev. G.J. Groot, who was the 1st director of the Japan Institute of Archaeology, Ichikawa city Chiba Pref. The museum also has a great collection of Paleolithic stone tools of Europe, which were collected by Rev. J. Maringer, SVD, who was the second director of the Japan Institute of Archaeology. When he left Japan, he donated all these materials to the Nanzan University. Anthropology In 1964 Nanzan University sent a team of investigators to Papua New Guinea. The museum collection includes masks, spirits statues, ornaments, musical instrument and so on. These materials were collected in watershed areas of the Sepik and donated by the anthropologist Rev. H. Aufenanger, SVD. The other materials from the mountainous North-Western region of Thailand were donated from Sophia University. Professor Shiratori’s research team investigated three times from 1969 to 1974. Various kinds of items collected by Masayuki Nishie from Africa, New Guinea, America and Asia were donated by Hiroshi Nishie and Naoko Kahara. Japanese modern history The museum does not collect only ancient items; it also aims to show changes in life-style in Japan mainly Showa-era. Its collection includes such as tableware, cooking utensils, electric appliances, spinning and weaving implements and furniture items. All these materials were also donated. Anthropological Institute, Nanzan University Appreciating the Wonder of Human Life The Anthropological Institute was founded in accordance with the ideals of Dr. Wilhelm Schmidt, SVD, one of the giants of 20th century cultural anthropology. Housed in the same building as the Institute for Religion and Culture, the Institute aims to promote mutual understanding among the peoples of the world through a two-fold research emphasis: 1. With Asia at the core for comparison, the anthropological research of the institute focuses on the cultures of people around the world. 2. The institute devotes specific research with the view to resolve contemporary issues facing these regions in the areas of resource management, environment, society, philosophy, and religion with the understanding that the global environment faces various crises. The current focus is not only on traditional cultures of Asia, but also on cultures of Africa, Americas and Oceania. 23
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Nanzan University Institute for Social Ethics Promoting an Ethical Approach to Social Issues Founded in 1980, the Institute for Social Ethics seeks to analyze social problems from a standpoint consistent with Christian principles and to bring about a greater awareness of the importance of human ethical values in the social sciences and in the approach to social problems in general. By drawing its ethical perspective both from Christian teaching and tradition and from Japanese tradition and experience, the Institute takes an approach to ethics that is both Christian and dialogical. Seeking a comprehensive and interdisciplinary grasp of social issues that takes full account of the realities of contemporary society and of the interrelatedness of the various socio-economic, socio-political and environmental issues the world faces, the institute aims at using this ethical approach to shed light on and deal with these issues. The Institute has an active program of regular seminars. Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture Encouraging Dialogue Among Religions and Cultures Perhaps nowhere in the world has the dialogue among religions taken hold stronger than in contemporary Japan. For over forty years the Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture has been at the forefront of Christian participation in this dialogue, bringing together scholars from across the broad spectrum of Japanese religions to collaborate in scholarly pursuits. Over the years since its foundation in 1974, the Institute has shaped itself as much to the skills and interests of its researchers as to the changing face of religion in Japan and Eastern Asia. This development is reflected in its two annual bulletins (in Japanese and English), Some of the publications of the Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture. 24
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and in the editing of an English-language scholarly journal, the Japanese Journal of Religious Studies. The preparation and publication of monographs, open seminars for the general public, colloquia with visiting scholars, and regular discussions of research in progress also form part of the Institute’s ongoing academic life. The Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture was also instrumental in initiating an exchange among Buddhist and Christian monastics from Japan and Europe, a project that has continued to this day and has come to be known as the “East-West Spiritual Exchange.” The three-story building housing the Institute includes 16 offices for researchers, several large meeting rooms, and three f loors of library space overf lowing into an extensive basement for over 30,000 books and over 400 periodicals. The institute is made up of some 30 permanent and shortterm research fellows, visiting scholars and associates, editorial and library staff, and office assistants. The nearby Paulus Heim serves the Institute as a residence for fellows and guests. An international seminar for advanced graduate students researching Japanese religions was held in June 2013. Spiritual Support at the Christian Center LOCATED AT THE HEART of the university campus, the Christian Center, with the Nanzan School Corporation principle of “human dignity” as its motto, is a place for witnessing to and promoting Christian values. It was established in 1973 by the Society of the Divine Word and given the name “Logos Center”. When the building was entrusted to Nanzan University in April 2017, the name was changed to Nanzan University Christian Center. It continues to be staffed by Divine Word Missionaries who promote the activities of the Center and are available to offer advice and direction to anyone who asks. In the quiet seclusion of its chapel, daily Mass is offered. Prayer meetings are also held regularly. Graduates frequently choose the chapel as the venue for their wedding. Members of the Christian foreign community also gather at the Center for worship and social activities. Whether for individuals or for groups, the Center is a spiritual oasis in the middle of the bustle of campus life. With a library and several classrooms, the Center offers Bible classes in several languages, as well as introductory courses to Christianity, and more direct preparatory courses for those about to receive Baptism. Several university clubs are also based at the Center: The Logos Life Community, the Passion Play Club, the Schola Cantorum Chorus, The Others and Volunteer Circles. Together with resident chaplains and secretaries, members of these clubs are involved in a wide range of activities. 25
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Entrance of the Christian Center The Annual Nanzan Passion Play Known as the “Nanzan Passion Play”, this religious drama based on the life of Christ is re-enacted yearly by a cast of around 40 Nanzan students under the direction of the Passion Play Club members of the University. Staged outdoors in the University’s main Pache Square before a large audience, the play presents the striking paradox of Christianity: how love is stronger than death, how we die but live in Christ. Nanzan Passion Play performance 26
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NANZAN JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Christian Values with Japanese Discipline into separate divisions for boys and girls. The Nanzan Middle School for Boys was the first institution within the whole of Nanzan School Corporation. In 1932, the goals put forward by Nanzan’s founder of “an education based on the Christian spirit,” “an international character,” and “English-language education,” received a cool reception from many people in Nagoya. The school persevered during the troubled years that followed, until its ideals were finally appreciated by the citizens of Nagoya after the war. A girls division was added to the junior high school in 1948, along with divisions for girls and boys at the senior high school level. Now recognized throughout central Japan for its international character, academic excellence and its education of the whole person, Nanzan has secured a high reputation in secondary education. NANZAN JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS are divided Stress on Character Formation Adolescence is a time of immense growth and a sometimes troubled transition from childhood to maturity. Nanzan’s educational goals at this age involve a threefold effort to form solid character, create a broad educational base, and instill a strong sense of responsibility—all with the Christian spirit of love and charity as the foundation. The six years of junior and senior high school can be especially difficult in presentday Japan, where the specter of “examination hell” casts a pall over these highly competitive and formative years. Nanzan brings a unique Christian approach to education during this critical phase of personal growth. Yoseph Bruno Dasion, SVD Principal of Nanzan Junior & Senior High School 27
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A Discipline that Respects the Individual A degree of discipline and a sense of responsibility to the group are definite attributes of Japanese culture and education. While building upon these virtues, Nanzan also emphasizes a deeply held Christian respect for human dignity and for the individual differences manifested in each student. The six-year period each boy and girl spends at Nanzan provides a generous time span in which teachers obtain a deep knowledge of students and form close ties with them on an individual basis. In a highly test-conscious country where matriculation in secondary schools can be at the expense of character development, Nanzan feels it has a special mission in teenage education. Nanzan respectfully begs to differ with the intensely academic educational systems of today which create a false dichotomy between so-called academic excellence and personal development. At Nanzan both are stressed for the long term benefit and growth of our students. 28
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NANZAN KOKUSAI JUNIOR & SENIOR The Education of Overseas Returnees Division was established in Nanzan Junior High School in 1981. This was expanded to include the Senior High School in 1982. Year after year, the number of applicants increased steadily and again with the support of the business and local community, an independent Nanzan Kokusai Junior and Senior High School was established in Kamekubi-Cho, Toyota City in 1993. Meeting the Needs of Returnees Toshihiko Yamada, SVD Principal of Nanzan Kokusai Junior & Senior High School Kokusai Junior and Senior High School has played a unique role among the schools of Nanzan School Corporation. In the late 1970s, as the pace of globalization began to quicken, more and more Japanese firms started sending employees and their families abroad for extended periods, often several years at a time. When the families returned at the completion of the assignment, many of the children experienced difficulty in fitting back into the Japanese educational system. FROM ITS VERY INCEPTION, Nanzan From its origins in the International Division of Nanzan Junior and Senior High School, Nanzan Kokusai shares a commitment to the three-fold goals on which Msgr. Joseph Reiners, SVD, founded the first of the Nanzan schools: solid character, broad education, and a strong sense of responsibility. Nanzan Kokusai also shares the educational motto of Nanzan School Corporation, “Hominis Dignitati,” which fosters a deep respect for the dignity of each individual. At the same time, however, Nanzan Kokusai has developed a program to meet the needs of its unique student body composed entirely of overseas returnees and children of international families. Building on Previous Experiences, Emphasis on Language Education Nanzan Kokusai aims to help students build on their previous overseas or cross-cultural experiences, fostering in them open-mindedness Nanzan Rises to the Challenge: the Birth of Nanzan Kokusai With its strong emphasis on international education and its close ties to the local community, it was only natural that Nanzan School Corporation would rise to the challenge of meeting the educational needs of these overseas returnees as well as children of international families, who experience similar problems in adapting smoothly into the Japanese school system. With encouragement and support from the local community, a special class was established in the Girls’ and Boys’ Division of Nanzan Junior High School in 1979 to accommodate the overseas returnees. However, demand soon outpaced capacity, and a separate International 29
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HIGH SCHOOL and sensitivity to cultural diversity, and developing a healthy sense of responsibility and self-identity. English language courses are taught according to the level of ability, with immersion courses in literature and science taught in English at the upper levels. The World Plaza offers after-school and lunch time opportunities to practice English in an informal setting with games, audio-visual materials, and special events. Small Classes, Year-round Admissions Class sizes are kept deliberately small, typically around 30 students per class, to give closer attention to the needs of the students. Since families return to Japan at various times throughout the year, Nanzan Kokusai admits students year-round with entrance exams for transfer students held four times a year. The constant influx of newly arrived transfer students reinforces the open and welcoming atmosphere of the school, and fosters an appreciation for diversity among both students and staff. Relations with other Nanzan Schools Although physically separate in its campus in Toyota City, Nanzan Kokusai maintains close relationships with the other Nanzan Schools, especially Nanzan University. Third-year high school students in the most advanced level are eligible to attend English language classes held on Nanzan University Nagoya Campus, while teachers of Nanzan University are invited regularly to Nanzan Kokusai to give special lectures. Students of Nanzan Kokusai who meet the requirements and are recommended by the principal are eligible to take admissions tests for recommended students at Nanzan University. By offering an educational program based on a Christian world view emphasizing human dignity, Nanzan Kokusai enables its students to build on their unique overseas and cross-cultural experiences, and helps them grow into truly open-minded and culturally sensitive people who can contribute positively to a rapidly globalizing society. 30
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HOLY SPIRIT JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Children of the Light Founded by Saint Arnold Janssen, both the Society of the Divine Word and the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Spirit first founded a girls’ school in Akita Prefecture in 1908. After World War II, Holy Spirit Junior High School was founded in Nagoya in 1949, then the senior high school in 1952. In 1970, they moved to Seto with the establishment of Nagoya Seirei Junior College. In 1995, these Holy Spirit schools merged with Nanzan School Corporation. Educational Philosophy and History The educational philosophy of Holy Spirit Junior and Senior High School is expressed in these words of Scripture: “Live as children of the light. The fruits of the light are in all goodness and righteousness and truth.” “Live as children of the light.” These words have been the motto of Holy Spirit High School since its founding in 1949. They instill an awareness of the individual as a unique being, a respect for others and oneself, and a disposition to live in harmony with others and serve them. The educational goal is to nurture young women of healthy mind and body who respect truth, goodness, and beauty. Students cultivate strong character, high intelligence, firm will, and rich, refined sensibilities. Main Educational Objectives Religious Education Our students have one hour of religion per week. The aim is a gradual acquaintance with and deeper understanding of Christianity. Various activities during the year serve as occasions to put love into practice such as school assemblies in the church for “Religious Activities Day” and the “Christmas Liturgy”. These activities aim at fostering religious sensibilities, the ability to exercise good judgment, and a prayerful disposition. Michael Lindstrom, SVD Principal of Holy Spirit Junior & Senior High School 31
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Cultivation of Sensibility We strive to cultivate our students’ sensibility through the study of the arts, especially music. In the first year of junior high school, students learn to play the violin. Over the course of the year, students put on orchestral and choral performances, including the renowned Christmas Concert in December. Every year on Christmas Eve, about 600 students convene to hold this well-known event, which has been continuing for over 35 years. The aim of this and other musical performances is to nourish in the students an appreciation for harmony and a sensitivity to beauty. Foreign Language Education Team teaching is introduced in the first year of junior high school, so students are able to receive more individual instruction from their teachers. In the second and third years, conversation classes with native speakers begin. Classes are divided into two groups so that students have increased opportunities to communicate orally and focus on improving pronunciation and other linguistic elements. In senior high school, classes are reorganized according to students’ proficiency, with the aim of more effective teaching in the limited time available. International Exchange Programs During the summer holidays, students have the opportunity to go on a study trip to Australia or Ireland. The purpose of both programs is to help students gain an understanding of another culture and an international perspective through homestays and other experiences. Students chosen from 9th and 10th grade study and experience school life in Australia at our sister school, Mount St. Joseph Girls’ College in Altona, Victoria. In exchange, students from Mount St. Joseph Girls’ College visit our school every other year to make friendships and experience Japanese culture. In addition, 10th and 11th grade students going to Ireland study English at a language school in Dublin for two weeks while staying at local homes. These students study together with students from around the world and focus on improving the quality of their English. 32
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MISONO JOGAKUIN JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH Love each other as I have loved you.(John 15 :12) School Philosophy The Catholic education at Misono inspires students to find joy in serving others and supporting each other in society, thereby developing a noble mind and character. With this purpose, students participate in a variety of religious experiences, such as Catholic Mass, field trips, Bible camps, Christmas gatherings, and volunteer work. These experiences encourage students to learn and understand the truth and teachings of Jesus Christ. True happiness is achieved through living in the will and love of Christ; loving others as Christ loves us is what is most important. Michael Calmano, SVD Principal of Misono Jogakuin Junior ＆Senior High School “I am the way and the truth and the life.”(John 14:6) “Catholic” means “the universal church”: a church for any time, for any place, and for anyone. Students are all children of God. Our students begin and end each day with prayer. Students build strong relationships with teachers and friends, making each day precious. In our daily lives, we believe that it is important to establish and maintain a sacred and purposedriven life. On May 30, 1920, the Mission Sisters of the Sacred Heart was founded in Akita by Father Joseph Reiners,the first Niigata Archbishop of Missionaries of the Divine Word. Since then, the members of the mission have put the philosophies and principles of Father Reiners into practice. Among these are his educational ideologies, mission work, and social welfare programs. These are all carried out in the love of Jesus Christ and with the underlying belief that each one of us has a precious and unique mission in life. School Motto “Faith, Diligence, and Obedience” Our school motto has reflected Misono’s philosophy since the school was founded. Our students are proud to be a part of Misono and to grow into individuals who learn to serve God and those around them. Faith Believing in God and following God’s will, Jesus showed us how to achieve complete happiness through walking in God’s light and assuming a correct way of living. Having a strong faith is essential for seeking and learning the fundamental truths in life. “The righteous will live by faith” (Romans 1:17) ・Faith in your everyday life ・ Thankfulness and prayer ・ Love for our neighbors Diligence Always try to do your best to take care of yourself and others. Make an effort to carry out daily duties and studies to the best of your ability. Have pride in yourself and a positive self-image. ・Diligence in your everyday life ・ Awareness of your mission in life ・ Always seek knowledge 33
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SCHOOL Obedience Expressing humbleness and honesty in deeds. With an honest and pure heart, make correct judgments and act based on your conscience. Courage and self-sacrifice is often necessary when following your conscience. “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart…” (Matthew 11:29) ・Obedience in your everyday life ・Be honest ・Be a productive member of society 2014 〜 present : New Zealand Study Abroad Programs The third year junior high school students (ages 14 〜 15) can choose to study abroad in Auckland, New Zealand for one term from January to March. The students live with a host family and attend one of five Catholic girls’ high schools. Through the New Zealand Study Program, students are given the opportunity to greatly enhance their English skills, experience life in another country, gain a sense of independence, and make life-long friendships. In addition, as of January, 2020, a one-year study abroad program will be initiated in Napier, New Zealand at Sacred Heart College in Napier, New Zealand. Students will be given the chance to experience a full four-term year, allowing them to acquire English skills that will surely benefit them in their future. Additionally, financial scholarships are provided for all students who participate in the New Zealand Study Abroad Programs. 〜 International Affairs Department 〜 The main purpose of the International Affairs Department is to offer students a variety of multi-cultural experiences and opportunities through on-campus activities and study abroad programs. Study Abroad Programs [ 2000 〜 2002 : Vancouver, Canada ] [ 2004 〜 2008 : Adelaide, Australia ] [ 2009 〜 present : Windsor, Canada ] Every summer, about half of the 1st year high school students (ages 15 〜 16) go to Windsor, Canada, for a two-week English study program. Windsor is the sister city of Fujisawa. Each student lives with a host family and participates in a variety of educational activities. They are taught by Canadian teachers, visit the mayor of Windsor City, experience volunteer work, make international friendships with Canadian students, and visit famous sites, such as Niagara Falls. Misono English Academy The Misono English Academy started in April of 2016. The academy is designed to support our students’ English education and study abroad programs. It is open to students every day.Native English teachers plan and facilitate the weekly activities. These activities include daily conversation, presentations, songs, dramas, discussions, interviews, cultural experiences, and seasonal events. 34
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NANZAN PRIMARY SCHOOL Primary School Education for Leaders in International Society to exist after a period of only five years. Father Alois Pache, SVD, the first president of Nanzan University, committed himself to fulfilling the dream of the school’s founder, the late Father Reiners. Father Pache set forth after the war to establish Nanzan School Corporation as a comprehensive educational corporation. In 2007, Nanzan School Corporation celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding. The founders’ educational philosophy and dream continue today. Now we embark on the project of reestablishing Nanzan as a comprehensive educational corporation. Based upon our achievements to date in the fields of secondary and tertiary education, in 2008, Nanzan Primary School reopened to continue honoring that allimportant first step to Nanzan Education. Ryo Nishiwaki, SVD Principal of Nanzan Primary School private primary school in Aichi Prefecture. The school was noted for its focus on child-centered education with its small classes and close ties with pupils’ families. It quickly attracted attention as a private school employing what in those days was a truly pioneering approach. However, with the issuing of the National School Order during the war years, it ceased NANZAN PRIMARY SCHOOL was founded by Father Joseph Reiners, SVD, in 1936 as the only Seven features of our approach to education Nanzan Primary School sees the Christian spirit as the foundation of all education, educating its pupils in a manner in which knowledge can be applied as wisdom. Based upon the seven features of our approach to education, we seek to develop people who possess a broad perspective on life, the ability to identify and solve problems, to empathize with others, to communicate with understanding and to be caring and compassionate. Education based on the Christian spirit With the Christian spirit in mind, we encourage sensitivity towards others. By learning about not only Christianity but many other religions, we raise young people capable of knowing and understanding the values of people from all over the world. With this knowledge, they can establish their own set of values and communicate confidently in an international society. 35
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Intellectual understanding and vigorous intellectual training To achieve the level of intellectual understanding necessary to carry out free and creative thought, we forward fundamental academic ability by spending many hours on reading, writing and arithmetic. First, to enable our children to think and express themselves clearly in Japanese, we put special emphasis on Japanese language education. Furthermore, we promote the teaching of arithmetic, which becomes the basis for advanced mathematics, to foster the ability to think logically. Developing well-rounded human qualities Following the Nanzan motto, “For Human Dignity,” we strive to develop well-rounded human qualities in our students. We provide education to nurture children who appreciate the importance of life, who care for others, who are cosmopolitan in their approach to life and have rich sensibilities. We also offer art and communication education designed to develop children capable of self-expression. Connection with families Since the family and the local community are where our children grow up, we place great importance on close cooperation with the family. Communication between parents and children goes without saying, but we also place importance on communication with families through school events, allowing us to work hand-in-hand in the raising of our children. Serving the local community As we educate our children through connections with their families, we seek to develop an attitude towards serving the local community and hope to get people in the region involved to the greatest extent possible. In this context, we create opportunities for volunteer activities and involvement in traditional arts and culture. We also hold events that involve the Nanzan Church and Hospital. Cultivating internationality To promote true internationality, we teach English as a means of communication from the children’s first year at the school. We guide our children in a manner that is enjoyable to develop English language ability and an international sense by interacting with native Englishspeaking and Japanese English teachers daily. In addition, we help the children develop a deep understanding of Japan and an ability to talk about their country in English. Realizing educational continuity through primary, secondary and tertiary education at Nanzan At Nanzan School Corporation, through our system of admissions with recommendations matching each student’s unique character and ability, we aim to provide the ideal educational continuity from primary to junior and senior high school, university and even post-graduate education. Upon graduation, we bid our charges farewell, confident that they will go out into the world embodying the educational philosophy of Nanzan School Corporation, ready to shine as leaders in an international society. 36
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MISONO KINDERGARTEN MISONO MARIA KINDERGARTEN “What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asks Bartimaeus. He replied, “Lord, that I may see!” (Mk. 10:51). The words of this simple dialogue are both a prayer and a reminder of what lies at the heart of education. At Misono we want the children to see the beauty of their families at home and their teachers and friends at school. For the parents, we want them to see the order in the created universe, the Eternal Law of God that orders every created thing to its fulfillment. To see the Natural Law of God that in human hearts, which points us to our end in God and enables us to choose him as the fulfillment of our deepest desires. To see the presence of God in each other and to recognize the human brotherhood in Christ which draws us to put others before ourselves. We want them to see the mystery of God in their own son or daughter’s face. We want them to see that every child is a real sign of God’s Love. We nurture the children in a warm and enjoyable environment in which they can experience the love of God as they begin to walk towards their future and follow the dreams of their heart. Martinus Oman, SVD Principal of Misono Kindergarten Principal of Misono Maria Kindergarten MISONO KINDERGARTEN MISONO MARIA KINDERGARTEN Bright and lively, gentle yet robust 37
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SOCIETY OF THE DIVINE WORD An Active Campus Ministry is a Cherished Nanzan Tradition Candle Service at Christmas EAGER TO ATTEND to the spiritual needs of their students, the Divine Word Missionaries respond to every segment of the Nanzan community, whether it be Catholic or non-Catholic. Each school has its appointed Spiritual Director, and counseling services are always available. The Nanzan School Corporation Christian Education Committee, presided over by the Chancellor of Nanzan School Corporation, supervises and coordinates campus ministry activities as well as formal religious education at each school. On the University campus, many Divine Word Missionaries teach courses in religion and “Human Dignity” and three of them have been designated chaplains. The Catholic liturgy is celebrated on campus weekly. Ecumenical activities, embraced by students of all faiths, also take place during the school year. Similar services are provided at each of the Nanzan Schools. 　As a means to foster religious life, the Nanzan Christian Education Center Steering Committee, consisting of representatives of Divine Word Missionaries as well as religion teachers at each of the Nanzan Schools, meets regularly to arrange religious activities. The Center, supported by Divine Word Missionaries, Holy Spirit Sisters, Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, and lay teachers, coordinates activities and plans outreach programs. 38
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SOCIETY OF THE DIVINE WORD A Profile of the Divine Word Seminary Richard F. Szippl, SVD Rector of the Divine Word Seminary ON 25 MARCH 1984 the Congregation for Catholic Education in Rome elevated the then Department of Theology in the Faculty of Arts and Letters at Nanzan University to the rank of a full-fledged Ecclesiastical Faculty of Theology. This decree marked the culmination of some 30 years of seminary education by the Divine Word Missionaries in Japan. The headquarters of the faculty is the Divine Word Seminary, located beside the university campus. The education of priests and missionaries has long been a concern of the Society of the Divine Word, whose members are currently active in 75 countries on five continents . In Japan the order has been nurturing candidates for the priesthood since 1942. The main goal, of course, is the careful fostering of aspirants trained in philosophy, theology, and sacred scripture, as well as the practical skills needed for the apostolate they will eventually enter. Although the seminary is a place of learning and residence for SVD priestly candidates, other students who aspire to the priesthood or just wish to study theology, even if they are not Catholics, are welcome also. Students in fact take all their classes “across the road” on the University campus, where philosophy and theology are taught by the Ecclesiastical Faculty of Theology. Ecclesiastical Faculty of Theology Because the Nanzan Department of Christian Studies has been granted all the privileges of an ecclesiastical faculty, Catholic students can thus acquire, besides all civil degrees, the canonical degrees of Licentiate and Doctor of Sacred Theology. Studies begin with philosophy and gradually evolve into a synthesis of biblical, dogmatic, and pastoral theology. It should be noted, however, that students aspiring to any canonical degree have to spend more years on 39
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religions of Japan and the East are a key focus. Five objectives characterize the Ecclesiastical Faculty of Theology: (1) the careful, systematic study of the Catholic faith while encouraging an encounter with Japan’s cultural heritage; (2) dial ogue with other religions; (3) the realization of the Church’s international mission; (4) participation in Nanzan University’s research and educational activities; and (5) contribution to the activities of the Church in Japan. Emphasis on Missionary Outreach In keeping with the international missionary charism of the Divine Word Missionaries, some of the young students trained at the seminary are missioned overseas. Currently there are Japanese Divine Word Missionaries working in the Philippines, Brazil, Argentina, and Kenya. Constant efforts are being made to support the needs of the communities with which these missionaries work and to finance the studies of seminarians from overseas, particularly those from Asia. The grass-roots encouragement from the local community and churches has been most gratifying. course work than other students do. Catholic means international at Nanzan. From the start, seminarians find themselves studying side by side with priestly aspirants not only from Japan but also from around the world. In addition to SVD seminarians, those from various other congregations take classes at Nanzan. In recent years, lay students as well, both Christian and non-Christian, pursue philosophical and theological studies. The Ecclesiastical Faculty is thus “open to the world.” Seminarians undertake special studies in non-Christian religions, giving them a greater knowledge of and sensitivity to the beliefs and religious practices of other traditions. The 40
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A Brief Statistical Look at Nanzan ■ Nanzan University In recent years, an average of roughly 25,000 high school graduates take the Nanzan University entrance examinations each year, but on average only about 2,200 students are accepted. Number of Students by Faculty (2020) 3,000 2,740 417 2,500 2,171 313 2,000 379 340 1,500 267 243 263 1,000 268 237 267 500 257 157 Year First 270 188 138 Second 251 275 357 266 234 148 Third 323 154 Final 2 281 352 258 331 2,001 334 411 322 2,185 312 482 0 Humanities Foreign Studies Economics Business Administration Law 1,376 1,612 1,090 1,126 1,132 Policy Studies Information Sciences and Engineering Science and Engineering Global Liberal Studies 1,160 2 1,002 597 Total 9,097 41
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School Corporation Number of Graduate Students by School (2020) Graduate Students Graduate School of Humanities (Master’s/Doctor’s Program) Graduate School of International Area Studies (Master’s/Doctor’s Program) Graduate School of Social Sciences (Master’s/Doctor’s Program) Graduate School of Business Administration (Doctor’s Program) Graduate School of Law (Master’s/Doctor’s Program) Graduate School of Sciences and Engineering (Master’s/Doctor’s Program) Nanzan School of Law TOTAL (23/6) 29 ( 8/3) 11 (22/7) 29 1 ( 3/2) 5 (57/1) 58 21 154 International Students at Center for Japanese Studies (2020) Full-Time Japanese Language Program 109 Part-Time 1 Total 110 Number of Faculty Members (2020) Professors Humanities Foreign Studies Economics Business Administration Law Policy Studies Science and Engineering Global Liberal Studies 32 27 11 17 17 19 21 14 11 1 2 1 8 3 0 2 0 1 0 187 Associate Professors 17 11 9 9 5 5 8 7 1 1 0 2 2 2 0 2 0 0 0 81 Lecturers 10 14 3 3 1 2 3 1 0 0 2 0 18 0 1 2 2 0 5 67 Teaching Assistants 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 6 Total 59 52 23 29 23 26 33 22 12 2 5 3 28 5 1 6 2 5 5 341 Nanzan School of Law Anthropological Institute Nanzan Institute for Religion and Culture Institute for Social Ethics Foreign Language Education Center Center for Teacher Education Center for Information and Communication Technology Physical Education Center Center for International Affairs Health Center Center for Japanese Studies TOTAL 42
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A Brief Statistical Look at Nanzan ■ Nanzan Junior & Senior High School Student Enrollment (2020) Junior High Division Boys Girls TOTAL 1st year 204 204 408 Senior High Total 611 611 1,222 2nd year 204 205 409 3rd year 203 202 405 1st year 210 203 413 2nd year 210 201 411 3rd year 194 196 390 Total 614 600 1,214 Number of Staff Members (2020) Teachers Boys Girls TOTAL 59 62 　　　　　　 121 School Nurses 1 1 2 Total 60 63 　　　　　　 123 ■ Nanzan Kokusai Junior & Senior High School Student Enrollment (2020) Junior High 1st year TOTAL - Senior High Total - 2nd year - 3rd year - 1st year 40 2nd year 52 3rd year 67 Total 159 Number of Staff Members (2020) Teachers TOTAL 23 School Nurses 1 Total 24 ■ Holy Spirit Junior & Senior High School Student Enrollment (2020) Junior High 1st year TOTAL 247 Senior High Total 640 2nd year 196 3rd year 197 1st year 250 2nd year 239 3rd year 229 Total 718 Number of Staff Members (2020) Teachers TOTAL 64 School Nurses 2 Total 66 43
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School Corporation ■ Misono Jogakuin Junior & Senior high school Student Enrollment (2020) Junior High 1st year TOTAL 70 Senior High Total 220 2nd year 80 3rd year 70 1st year 101 2nd year 82 3rd year 93 Total 276 Number of Staff Members (2020) Teachers TOTAL 57 School Nurses 2 Total 59 ■ Nanzan Primary School Student Enrollment (2020) 1st year TOTAL 95 2nd year 92 3rd year 92 4th year 92 5th year 94 6th year 94 Total 559 Number of Staff Members (2020) Teachers TOTAL 36 School Nurses 1 Total 37 ■ Misono Kindergarten Student Enrollment (2020) 1st Grade TOTAL 64 2nd Grade 90 3rd Grade 88 Total 242 Number of Staff Members (2020) Teachers TOTAL 12 Total 12 ■ Misono Maria Kindergarten Student Enrollment (2020) 1st Grade TOTAL 54 2nd Grade 50 3rd Grade 75 Total 179 Number of Staff Members (2020) Teachers TOTAL 11 Total 11 44
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NANZAN WELCOMES YOU to the Nanzan world community - a world apart in time and place, a quiet space where East and West converge. Once you study here, you will never be the same, and the change in you, we pray, will benef it both you and those to whom you are beholden, wherever they may be. A Nanzan graduate is a member of a growing inter national community. Whether you study for a year at our Center for Japanese Studies or obtain an undergraduate or graduate degree, you will later f ind your place in a world eager to use your skills, talents, and internationallyshaped perspective. Expect to meet people of all kinds at Nanzan - of every race, color, and persuasion. Be open to change. Be ready to study harder than you ever have before. And expect to be surprised by Japan, its sometimes infuriating contradictions and always gracious people. IF YOU WISH TO KNOW more about the conditions for admission, school fees, possible scholar ships, housing, cost of living and the like, feel free to contact Nanzan in writing: Center for International Affairs, Nanzan University, 18 Yamazato-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8673 JAPAN Phone: +81(52)832-3123 Facsimile: +81(52)832-5490 E-mail: cjs-office@ic.nanzan-u.ac.jp WWW: https://www.nanzan-u.ac.jp 46
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