On 8-9 February 2017, the 12th University Administrators Workshop (UAW) took place at the Clock Tower Centennial Hall, providing opportunities for university staff in charge of international programs to share ideas and best practices for internationalization, discuss common issues, and deepen their mutual understanding.
The Workshop was themed "Building Sustainable Relationships: Developing and Maintaining Effective Internal and External Communication", and was attended by approximately 100 participants from 28 overseas and five Japanese institutions, including Kyoto University.
Chaired by Professor Yukari Mitsuhashi, vice-director of Kyoto University's International Strategy Office, the event opened with greetings from Professor Kayo Inaba, executive vice-president for gender equality, international affairs, and public relations. Poster sessions on three sub-themes followed, facilitated by Dr Karen Beardsley, director of sponsored programs and special projects for global affairs at the University of California, Davis, Mr David Hajime Kornhäuser, director of global communications at Kyoto University, and Professor Mitsuhashi.
Dr Fernando Palacio, senior lecturer at the International Strategy Office, then spoke on "Institutional Learning: Keeping Records and Sharing Lessons to Improve Accountability and Performance", followed by group sessions and presentations, and a vote for the best poster presentations.
12th UAW main theme and sub-themes
| Main theme | Building Sustainable Relationships: Developing and Maintaining Effective Internal and External Communication |
| Sub-theme A | Enhancing Global Presence through International PR |
| Sub-theme B | The Role of Administrative Staff in Assisting Students with Difficulties |
| Sub-theme C | Effective Internal Communication Among University Staff Working on International Activities |
Professor Mitsuhashi chairing the Workshop
EVP Inaba opening the event
Dr Palacio delivering a lecture
Group work session
Presentation on a group session
