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Table of Contents
1. General Information........................................................................................................... 1
A. Yamanashi Gakuin University Educational Philosophy and Goals .......................................... 1
B. History of YGU............................................................................................................. 2
C. Faculty and Department Summary .................................................................................... 3
D. Contact Information ...................................................................................................... 3
2. Academic Information ........................................................................................................ 5
A. Basics .......................................................................................................................... 5
a. iCLA Academic Calendar for the 2016-2017 Academic Year ............................................... 5
b. Academic Year Structure .............................................................................................. 8
c. Credit System ............................................................................................................. 8
d. Class Timetable .......................................................................................................... 9
e. iCLA Course List, Course Numbers, and Prerequisites ......................................................10
f. Class Cancellations, Make-up Classes, and Classroom Changes ...........................................13
g. Class Absences due to Illness or Bereavement and Class Tardiness......................................14
h. Student ID Card (Identification Document) ...................................................................19
i. Student ID Number ....................................................................................................20
B. Curriculum...................................................................................................................21
a. Curriculum Outline ....................................................................................................21
b. Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) ...........................................................................24
c. iCLA Concentration System .........................................................................................25
d. The Study Abroad Program .........................................................................................29
e. Graduation Requirements ............................................................................................38
C. iCLA Academic Advising System .....................................................................................41
a. Responsibilities of the Students ....................................................................................41
b. Academic Advising System ..........................................................................................42
c. Organization of the Academic Advising System ..............................................................42
D. Course Registration .......................................................................................................45
a. Registering for Courses ...............................................................................................45
b. Course Registration Procedure .....................................................................................47
E. Examinations ...............................................................................................................50
a. End-of-Semester Examinations ....................................................................................50
b. Make-up Examinations ...............................................................................................52
c. Retake Examinations...................................................................................................54
d. Final Reports ............................................................................................................55
F. Grade Evaluation and GPA .............................................................................................57
a. Grade Evaluation .......................................................................................................57
b. GPA (Grade Point Average) .........................................................................................57
c. Criteria for the Issue of Certificate of Expected Graduation..............................................58
d. Grade Reports ...........................................................................................................59
e. Inquiries about Grades ................................................................................................59
G. Student Status ..............................................................................................................59
a. Overview ................................................................................................................59
b. Changes in Student Status ..........................................................................................59
c. Withdrawal or Expulsion (退学 Taigaku)......................................................................60
d. Transfer ..................................................................................................................60
e. Leave of Absence .....................................................................................................60
f. Dismissal ................................................................................................................61
g. Reinstatement of Student Status..................................................................................62
h. Course Registration upon Reenrolling or Returning from Leave of Absence .......................62
3. Student Life .....................................................................................................................63
A. Dormitory Guide..........................................................................................................63
a. Overview of the Student Dormitory .............................................................................63
b. Move-In Procedure ....................................................................................................64
c. Move-Out Procedure ..................................................................................................67
d. Facilities Guide ..........................................................................................................69
e. Student Room Guide ..................................................................................................70
f. Obligations of Residents..............................................................................................71
g. Prohibitions and Restrictions ........................................................................................73
B. iCLA Student Government and the Dean of Students Office ...............................................75
a. Overview ..................................................................................................................75
b. Types of Representatives .............................................................................................75
c. iCLA Student Government Organization Chart ...............................................................78
d. iCLA Dean of Students Office .....................................................................................79
C. Clubs, Volunteering, and University Part-Time Work ..........................................................80
a. YGU Student Clubs....................................................................................................80
b. Student Volunteering Opportunities ..............................................................................81
c. University-Related Part-Time Work ...............................................................................81
D. iCLA Cafeteria .............................................................................................................81
a. Cafeteria Use for Dorm Residents .................................................................................81
b. Cafeteria Use for Non-Dorm Residents .........................................................................82
c. Meal Plan ..................................................................................................................82
d. Hours of Operation ...................................................................................................82
e. During Long Vacations ...............................................................................................82
f. Precautions................................................................................................................82
E. Emergencies ................................................................................................................83
a. Fires and Earthquakes .................................................................................................83
b. Sudden Illness, Injuries, and Counseling .........................................................................83
c. Theft and Loss...........................................................................................................83
d. Emergency Contacts...................................................................................................84
F. Health Care ..................................................................................................................84
a. Health and Medical Care Room ....................................................................................84
b. Student Counseling Room ...........................................................................................84
c. iCLA Counseling Center ..............................................................................................85
d. Importing Medicine into Japan .....................................................................................85
e. List of Hospitals and Medical Institutions ......................................................................86
4. Resources ........................................................................................................................88
A. General Information .....................................................................................................88
B. iCLA Resources ............................................................................................................88
a. iCLA Dean of Students Office .....................................................................................88
b. iCLA Administrative Office .........................................................................................89
C. YGU Resources ............................................................................................................89
a. Library and Information Services ..................................................................................89
b. Language Acquisition Center (LAC) ..............................................................................98
c. Student Center .........................................................................................................101
d. International Exchange Center ...................................................................................101
e. YGU Intercultural Center ..........................................................................................101
f. Office of Academic Affairs (Kyomuka) ........................................................................101
g. Career Development Center .......................................................................................101
h. College Sports Center ...............................................................................................102
5. iCLA Offices and Academic Facilities .................................................................................103
A. Introduction ..............................................................................................................103
B. Classrooms ................................................................................................................103
C. Self-Study Area, Quiet Space, and Lounges ......................................................................104
D. Third Floor Japan Studies Rooms: Dojo and Tea Room.....................................................104
E. Music Room...............................................................................................................104
F. North and South Balconies ...........................................................................................105
G. Third Floor Rooftop Garden ........................................................................................105
H. iCLA Offices and Academic Facilities Maps ....................................................................107
6. Insurance and Finances .................................................................................................... 110
A. Payment of Tuition Fees .............................................................................................. 110
a. Tuition Fee Payment System....................................................................................... 110
b. Postponement of Tuition Fee Payment ........................................................................ 110
c. List of Tuition Fees .................................................................................................. 110
B. Payments of Dormitory and Board Fees ......................................................................... 111
a. Dormitory Fees ....................................................................................................... 111
b. Board Fees .............................................................................................................. 112
c. Payment Method ...................................................................................................... 112
C. Accident and Injury Insurance for Students during Education and Research .......................... 113
a. Items Subject to Compensation .................................................................................. 113
b. Compensation Contents ............................................................................................ 113
c. Items Excluded from Compensation............................................................................ 114
D. Financial Aid: Scholarships and Student Loans .................................................................... 114
a. Yamanashi Gakuin Excellent Scholarship ..................................................................... 114
b. Organizations for Student Loans ................................................................................ 115
c. External Scholarships ................................................................................................ 115
7. Student Conduct, Policies, and Procedures........................................................................ 116
A. Plagiarism Guidelines .................................................................................................. 116
a. Introduction ............................................................................................................ 116
b. Examples of Plagiarism ............................................................................................. 116
c. Measures to Prevent Plagiarism................................................................................... 117
d. Useful Resources ..................................................................................................... 117
e. Academic Repercussions of Plagiarism ......................................................................... 118
B. Discrimination and Harassment Prevention ..................................................................... 118
a. YGU Declaration for the Prevention of Harassment ...................................................... 118
b. iCLA Non-Discrimination Statement........................................................................... 118
c. What Constitutes Discrimination ................................................................................ 119
d. What Constitutes Harassment .................................................................................... 119
e. Types of Harassment ................................................................................................120
f. Creating a Safe and Healthy Community .......................................................................122
g. Grievance Procedures ...............................................................................................122
C. Sexual Harassment & Assault ........................................................................................122
a. Statement................................................................................................................122
b. Terminology & Definitions ........................................................................................123
c. Consultation Procedures............................................................................................124
d. Confidentiality .........................................................................................................124
e. What to do in the Case of Sexual Assault .....................................................................124
D. Grievances.................................................................................................................125
a. Statement................................................................................................................125
b. Types of Grievances .................................................................................................125
c. Procedures ..............................................................................................................127
d. Confidentiality .........................................................................................................127
e. Grievance Procedures ...............................................................................................128
E. Personal Image Release ................................................................................................129
a. Introduction ............................................................................................................129
b. The Scope of the iCLA Release Form .........................................................................129
c. Grievance Procedures ...............................................................................................129
d. Points to Remember .................................................................................................130
8. Forms, Requests, and Certificates .......................................................................................132
A. Forms and Requests List ..............................................................................................132
B. Certificate and Report List ............................................................................................133
C. How to Purchase Certificate Stamps ...............................................................................134
9. Campus Maps.................................................................................................................135
10. Index ..........................................................................................................................157
1. General Information
A. Yamanashi Gakuin University Educational Philosophy and Goals
Founding Principles
本学ハ日本精神ヲ主義トスル
本学ハ祖国ノ指導者養成ヲ旗幟トスル
本学ハ徳ヲ樹ツルコトヲ理想トス
To uphold the guiding principles of Japan
To educate the future leaders of the nation
To nurture in students virtuous ideals
Educational Philosophy
YGU aims to nurture individuals who can contribute to society with a deep understanding of
Japanese culture and a broad, international perspective, thus cultivating a rich cultural awareness
and creativity in each of its students.
Educational Goals
1) To foster the development of unique individuals with a spirit of self-discipline and
tolerance.
2) To develop strong-minded individuals with practical abilities, a wide cultural
awareness, and deep specialized knowledge.
3) To create individuals who can contribute to local, national, and international
communities, while striving for self-realization.
YGU Guidelines
1) To respect the individuality of students
2) To strive for originality in education, research, and management
3) To actively support the desire to be challenged
4) To collaborate with, and contribute to, communities
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B. History of YGU
June 1946
Established as Yamanashi Women’s Vocational Senior High School at 10 Sakura-machi, Kofu
City.
September 1948
New building established at the current location in 2-4-5 Sakaori, Kofu City.
December 1948
Approved as Yamanashi Gakuin Incorporated Foundation.
February 1951
Change of the organization’s name to Yamanashi Gakuin School Corporation.
January 1953
Established the Yamanashi Gakuin Junior College of Law and Economics (precursor to the
Faculty of Law and Faculty of Commercial Science).
January 1962
Established the Yamanashi Gakuin University Faculty of Law Department of Law.
March 1964
Teacher Training Program in the Faculty of Law, Department of Law is approved.
January 1965
Established the Faculty of Commercial Science, Department of Commercial Science.
March 1966
Teacher Training Program in the Faculty of Commercial Science, Department of Commercial
Science is approved.
December 1986
Established the Faculty of Commercial Science, Department of Management Information.
December 1990
Established the Faculty of Law, Department of Public Administration.
December 1993
Established the Faculty of Management Information, Department of Management Information.
March 1995
Established the Master’s Program in Public Administration in the Graduate School of Public
Administration.
October 2000
Name change to the Graduate School of Social Science is approved.
January 2001
Name change to the Graduate School of Politics & Public Administration is approved.
March 2002
Teacher Training Program in the Faculty of Management Information, Department of
Management Information is approved.
November 2003
Established the Professional Degree Program in the Graduate School of Law (Law School).
March 2006
Teacher Training Program in Faculty of Law, Department of Politics & Public Administration is
approved.
April 2006
Name change to the Faculty of Business Administration, Department of Business Administration
is approved.
October 2009
Established the Faculty of Health and Nutrition, Department of Nutrition.
February 2010
Teacher Training Program in the Faculty of Health and Nutrition, Department of Nutrition is
approved.
October 2014
Establishment of the International College of Liberal Arts.
August 2015
Establishment of the Yamanashi Gakuin University Sport Science Department
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C. Faculty and Department Summary
The International College of Liberal Arts (hereinafter referred to as “iCLA”) is based on an
educational philosophy that aims to “foster educated and creative individuals who will contribute to
society with a deep understanding of Japanese culture and a broad international perspective.” Its
educational objectives focus on the following capabilities:
i) Outstanding communication skills in both Japanese and English.
ii) Critical, creative, independent, and global thinking.
iii) Familiarity and tolerance for other cultures.
The name of the faculty and department, and the degree offered are given in the table below:
Name of faculty
International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA)
(general use)
(Official name: College of International Liberal Arts)
Department
Department of International Liberal Arts
Degree
Bachelor of International Liberal Arts
D. Contact Information
iCLA Administrative Office Contact Information
Name
George T. Sipos
Hitomi Amemiya
Yuko Fedak
Title
E-mail Address
Executive Director of
Administration
Finance and Registrars
Coordinator
Exchange and Study Abroad
Coordinator
Extension
Number
[email protected]
1633
[email protected]
1350
[email protected]
6703
Niku Sissonen
Residence Hall Manager
[email protected]
6700
Hayato Sekido
Student Affairs Coordinator
[email protected]
6701
[email protected]
1370
[email protected]
6702
Fukuko Hosaka
Ayako Kobayashi
Student Recruitment
Coordinator
Faculty Affairs Coordinator
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Dean of Students Office Contact Information
Name
George T. Sipos
Yuko Fedak
Hayato Sekido
Extension
Title
E-mail Address
Dean of Students
[email protected]
1633
[email protected]
6703
[email protected]
6701
Dean of Students Office
Coordinator
Dean of Students Office
Coordinator
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2. Academic Information
A. Basics
a. iCLA Academic Calendar for the 2016-2017 Academic Year
iCLA
Academic
Calendar
YEAR 2016
授業実施日
補講日（前期・後期ともに授業期間の第8週目および第15週目の土曜日）
Class Day
定期試験期間
Make-up Classes (the 8th & 15th Saturdays of each Semester)
追・再試験
Finals Week
オリエンテーション予定
Retake/Make-up Exams
カフェテリア閉鎖日（食事提供無し）
Orientation
Cafeteria Closed (no meals served)
冬季特別授業期間（EAEウインタープログラム）
EAE Winter Program classes
APRIL
SUN
3
MON
4
TUE
5
WED
17
24
FRI
SAT
1
2
30
31
入寮日①
入寮日②
6
7
①
8
①
入学式
10
DATE
THU
3/30-31
1
1-12
SCHEDULE
4月生入寮日①②　Dorm Move-in Day 1-2
EAEクラス分けテスト（第1回）　1st EAE Placement Test
履修登録期間（EAE科目外）　Course Registration (Except for EAE Courses)
9
2
寮生活オリエンテーション・キャンパスツアー Dorm Orientation ・Campus Tour
健康診断
3
EAEクラス分けテスト（第2回）　2nd EAE Placement Test
3
全学合同入学式　Spring Semester Entrance Ceremony
4
JPLクラス分けテスト（留学生向け　JLP Placement Test (For Exchange Students)
11
①
12
①
13
①
14
②
15
②
16
18
②
19
②
20
②
21
③
22
③
23
25
③
26
③
27
③
28
④
29
30
4-6
オリエンテーション期間　Orientation Period
4
カリキュラム説明会　Curriculum Orientation
7
前期授業開始　Spring Semester Classes Begin
9
健康診断　Medical Checkup
21-28
履修登録追加・削除期間　Course Add/Drop Period
29
昭和の日（休講）　National Holiday (no classes)
◆
4月食事提供（20日）　April Board (20 Days)
MAY
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
2
休講（7/18振替）　No Classes (moved to 7/18)
1
2
3
4
5
6
④
7
3
憲法記念日　National Holiday
4
みどりの日　National Holiday
5
こどもの日　National Holiday
休講
8
9
④
10
④
11
④
12
⑤
13
⑤
14
15
16
⑤
17
⑤
18
⑤
19
⑥
20
⑥
21
22
23
⑥
24
⑥
25
⑥
26
⑦
27
⑦
28
29
30
⑦
31
⑦
6-11
履修中止受付期間（申請のみ）　Course Withdrawal Period (by application only)
◆
5月食事提供（18日）　May Board (18 Days)
JUNE
SUN
5
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
3
創立記念日（休講）　University Foundation Day (No classes)
1
⑦
2
⑧
3
4
4
前期補講日　Spring Semester Make-up Classes
休講
※ 8週目までのクラスに休講が生じた場合で後日補講が未の場合
6
⑧
7
⑧
8
⑧
9
⑨
10
⑨
11
12
13
⑨
14
⑨
15
⑨
16
⑩
17
⑩
18
19
20
⑩
21
⑩
22
⑩
23
⑪
24
⑪
25
26
27
⑪
28
⑪
29
⑪
30
⑫
⑧
※ Only for canceled classes where no make-up class was held
11
6月3日（金）　代替授業日　Make-up day for 6/3 (Class Day)
◆
6月食事提供（22日）　June Board(22 Days)
JULY
SUN
3
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
18
海の日（授業実施）　National Holiday (Class Day)
1
⑫
2
23
前期補講日　Spring Semester Make-up Classes
※15週目までのクラスに休講が生じた場合で後日補講が未の場合
4
⑫
5
⑫
6
⑫
7
⑬
8
⑬
9
10
11
⑬
12
⑬
13
⑬
14
⑭
15
⑭
16
17
18
⑭
19
⑭
20
⑭
21
⑮
22
⑮
23
24
25
⑮
26
⑮
27
⑮
28
29
30
27
28-8/3
前期授業終了　Spring Semester Ends
前期定期（期末）試験期間　Spring Semester Finals Week
31
◆
7月食事提供（21日）　July Board(21 Days)
5
iCLA
Academic
Calendar
YEAR 2016
授業実施日
Class Day
定期試験期間
追・再試験
Finals Week
Orientation
DATE
AUGUST
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
12
13
8/4-8/31 夏季休業期間　Summer Break
22
7
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
SCHEDULE
7/28-8/3 前期定期試験期間　Spring Semester Finals Week
24-26
前期追・再試験発表　Spring Semester Exam P/F List Release
前期追・再試験　Spring Semester Retake/Make-up Exam
31
9月生入寮日①　Dorm Move-in Day 1　◆
8月食事提供（3日）　August Board(3 Days)
後期履修登録期間　Course Registration Period
31
入寮日①
SEPTEMBER
SUN
4
11
18
25
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
1-15
1
2
3
1
9月生入寮日②　Moving in Day 2　入寮日②
入学式
2
後期入学式　Fall Semester Entrance Ceremony
2
EAEクラス分けテストEAE Placement Test
2
JLP クラス分けテスト　JLP Placement Test
5
①
6
①
7
①
8
①
9
①
10
12
②
13
②
14
②
15
②
16
②
17
19
③
20
③
21
③
22
③
23
③
24
26
④
27
④
28
④
29
④
30
④
30
卒業式
26-10/3
3-4
5
16-23
オリエンテーション期間　Orientation Period
後期授業開始　Fall Semester Classes Begin
履修登録追加・削除期間　Course Add/Drop Period
19
敬老の日（授業実施）　National Holiday (Class Day)
22
秋分の日（授業実施）　National Holiday (Class Day)
◆
前期合同卒業式（学位授与式）　Graduation Ceremony
履修中止受付期間（申請のみ）　Course Withdrawal Period (by application only)
9月食事提供（22日）　September Board (22 Days)
OCTOBER
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
⑤
⑤
⑤
⑤
⑤
10
11
12
13
14
⑥
⑥
⑥
⑥
⑥
16
17
18
19
20
21
⑦
⑦
⑦
⑦
⑦
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
⑧
⑧
⑧
⑧
樹徳祭
30
⑧
31
樹徳祭
⑨
9
9/26-10/3 履修中止受付期間（申請のみ）　Course Withdrawal Period (by application only)
10
体育の日（授業実施）　National Holiday (Class Day)
22
後期補講日　Fall Semester Make-up Classes
8
15
29-30
樹徳祭（学園祭）　YGU Festival
22
◆
10月食事提供（21日）　October Board (21 Days)
NOVEMBER
SUN
6
13
20
27
MON
TUE
1
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
3
文化の日（授業実施）　National Holiday (Class Day)
2
3
4
5
23
勤労感謝の日（授業実施）　National Holiday (Class Day)
⑨
⑨
⑨
⑨
◆
11月食事提供（22日）　November Board (22 Days)
7
8
9
10
11
⑩
⑩
⑩
⑩
⑩
14
15
16
17
18
⑪
⑪
⑪
⑪
⑪
21
22
23
24
25
⑫
⑫
⑫
⑫
⑫
28
29
30
⑬
⑬
⑬
12
19
26
6
iCLA
Academic
Calendar
YEAR 2016
授業実施日
Class Day
定期試験期間
追・再試験
Finals Week
Orientation
DECEMBER
SUN
MON
TUE
6
WED
THU
7
DATE
SCHEDULE
FRI
SAT
16
後期授業終了　Fall Semester Ends
3
17
後期補講日　Fall Semester Make-up Classes
1
2
⑬
⑬
8
9
4
5
⑭
⑭
⑭
⑭
⑭
11
12
13
14
15
16
⑮
⑮
⑮
⑮
⑮
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
10
17
19-23
後期定期（期末）試験期間　Fall Semester Finals Week
23
天皇誕生日（授業実施）　National Holiday (Class Day)
12/26-1/10 冬季休業期間　Winter Break
◆
12月食事提供（17日）　December Board (17 Days)
JANUARY
SUN
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
1
元旦　New Year's Day (National Holiday)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
2
国民の休日　National Holiday
9
成人の日
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
10
後期追・再試験発表　Fall Semester Exam P/F List Release
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
①
①
①
①
23
24
25
26
27
①
②
②
②
②
30
31
②
③
22
29
12-16
後期追・再試験　Fall Semester Retake/Make-up Exams
14-15
大学入試センター試験　National Center Test for University Admissions
17
28
National Holiday (No Classe Day)
(3/13)
冬季特別授業開始　Winter Session Begins
（冬季特別授業終了　Winter Session Ends）
◆
1月食事提供（11日）　January Board (11 Days)
11
建国記念の日　National Holiday
FEBRUARY
SUN
MON
TUE
THU
FRI
SAT
1
2
3
4
③
③
③
8
9
10
5
6
③
④
④
④
④
12
13
14
15
16
17
④
⑤
⑤
⑤
⑤
20
21
22
23
24
⑤
⑥
⑥
⑥
⑥
27
28
⑥
⑦
19
26
7
WED
※ 冬季特別授業受講者対象のみ　Only Students Attending the Special
Winter Session (EAE)
11
18
25
◆
2月食事提供（20日）　February Board (20 Days)
13
冬季特別授業終了　Winter Session Ends
MARCH
SUN
5
12
MON
TUE
WED
THU
FRI
SAT
1
2
3
4
⑦
⑦
⑦
6
7
8
9
10
⑦
⑧
⑧
⑧
⑧
13
14
15
16
17
卒業式
退寮日
⑧
19
20
21
22
23
24
26
27
28
29
30
31
※ 特別時間割編成にて試験は期間内に実施
※ Exam will be held during the Session, no Finals Week
11
18
15
合同卒業式（学位授与式）　Graduation Ceremony
16
退寮最終日（4月生）　Last Day of Moving Out (Spring Starters) 3/16-31
春季休業期間　Spring Break
20
春分の日　National Holiday
◆
3月食事提供（9日）　March Board (9 Days)
25
7
b. Academic Year Structure
Semesters (Two-semester system)
The iCLA academic year is divided into two semesters, each comprising 15 weeks of classes (16
weeks including the final examination period at the end of each semester). The dates of each
semester are given in the table below.
Spring Semester
April 1 - August 31 (Summer Break: August 4 –August 31)
September 1 - March 31
Fall Semester
(Winter Break: December 26–January 10)
Winter Program: January 17–March 13
(Spring Break: March 16–March 31)
For students entering iCLA in the Spring Semester, the academic year begins on April 1 and ends
on March 31 of the following year. For students entering iCLA in the Fall Semester, the academic
year begins on September 1 and ends on August 31 of the following year.
Winter Program
For students whose credits are yet to be determined in “English for Academic Excellence,” iCLA
provides supplementary classes via the Winter Program (8 weeks) during the break period at the
end of the Fall Semester (see the EAE Manual for more details). Other courses (intensive classes,
etc.) are also offered as part of the Winter Program.
The Winter Program will be held from January 17 to March 13, 2017.
c. Credit System
The University has adopted the credit system for its educational programs. Within this system,
students receive credits for courses completed during the period of enrollment, in accordance with
the standards for calculating credits. Students acquire the credits attached to courses by passing
designated examinations. They earn a bachelor’s degree when a certain number of credits are
acquired, and their graduation is approved.
One credit is equivalent to 45 hours of study conducted for one course during one semester (the
academic year is divided into Spring and Fall semesters, each of which runs for 15 weeks). These
45 hours of study include both in-class study and independent study outside of class; however,
the ratio of in-class to independent study varies depending on the characteristics of the course.
8
The credits for each course are calculated according to the standards outlined below, which are
dependent on the method of instruction. The standards also consider the educational effects of
the class and the amount of independent study required.
Course / Mode of instruction
Credits
English for Academic
Students take 10 × 75 min classes per week
Excellence
(150 classes per semester) and receive 15 credits.
Lectures in Foundation
Courses, Humanities, Social
Sciences,
Quantitative Reasoning &
Students take 2 × 75 min classes per week (30 classes per
semester) and receive 3 credits.
Natural Sciences
Students take 1 × 75 min seminar per week
Seminars
(15 seminars per semester) and receive 1 credit.
Workshops, Laboratories,
Practicals (Health and Physical
Education Course)
Students take 2 × 75 min classes per week for
10 weeks and receive 1 credit.
Students receive 2 credits for passing the Project, in
Graduation Research Project
accordance with Article 21(3) of the Standards for the
Establishment of Universities (credits awarded based on
evaluation of the learning outcomes).
d. Class Timetable
The timetable is given in the table below.
Period
Class time
1
9:00－10:15
2
10:30－11:45
Lunch Break
3
12:30－13:45
4
14:00－15:15
5
15:30－16:45
6
17:00－18:15
9
e. iCLA Course List, Course Numbers, and Prerequisites
＊緑表記は「日本語研究プログラム(JLP)対象科目
Courses in green are cross-listed in JLP.
履修の前提要件
科目区分
Cluster/Discipline
コースナンバー
Course
Number
授業科目の名
Course Title
Prerequisites
コースナンバーまたは区分単位数の要件
Course Number or Credits
アカデミック英語
Excellence
none
1 前・後 1S/F
EFAE020
アカデミック英語：Ｂ
English for Academic Excellence (EAE) : B
EFAE010 or equivalent
1 前・後 1S/F
15
-
15
小計（2 科目） Subtotal: 2
-英作文１
Composition 1
FNDN100
英作文２
Composition 2
分野横断型アカデミック・リーディング
Academic Reading Across Disciplines
FNDN103
リサーチ・ライティング
Expository Research Writing
FNDN102
FNDN120
国際問題入門
Introduction to World Issues
批判的思考とディベート
Critical Thinking & Debate
FNDN180
プレゼンテーション技術
The Art of Making Presentations
FNDN110
FNDN499
批判的・創造的思考技術
Critical and Creative Thinking
卒業研究
Graduation Research Project
FNDN150
留学準備コース
Academic Study Abroad Preparatory Course
FNDN280
（海外留学）
(FNDN301-342) （Studying Abroad）
-
3
○
E
FNDN101
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
E
EFAE020
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
E
none
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
E
none
1 前・後 1S/F
○
E
3
none
1 前・後 1S/F
3
none
1 前 1S
1
○
E
FNDN180
2 前 2S
1
○
E
none
4 前・後 4S/F
EFAE020
1 前 1S
12
2 後～3 前/3 通
2F-3S or 3S-3F
[42]
（none）
○
2
E
○
E
E
FNDN490
キャリア・デザイン 2
Career Design 2
FNDN290
3･4 前 3/4S
1
○
FNDN395
インターンシップ
Internship
none
3･4 前･後 3/4 S/F
小計（13 科目) Subtotal: 13
-言語概念入門
-
LANG150
文学鑑賞
Literature Appreciation
LANG460
領域横断型クリエイティブ・ライティング
Creative Writing Across Genres
英作文上級
Advanced Expository Writing
職場での英語コミュニケーション
English Communication for the Workplace
LANG499
英語演習
Seminar (Language Arts)
LANG330
-
小計（11 科目）
日本語初級１
E
E
1
7
29
○
1
-
E
-
none
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
E
LANG100
2 後 2F
3
○
E
LANG100
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
none
1 後 1F
3
○
E
none
2 前 2S
3
○
E
LANG150 or LANG250
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
E
LANG150 or LANG250
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
E
Introduction to Language Concepts
LANG300
E
○
○
社会言語学
Sociolinguistics
世界の英語
World Englishes
-
1 前・後 1S/F
1
LANG320
none
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
E
FNDN102 or FNDN103
2 後 2F
3
○
E
none
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
at least 15 lecture credits in
Language Arts
4 前・後 4S/F
1
Subtotal 11
-
0
31
E
○
E
-
0
-
Elementary Japanese 1
none
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
E
JPNL120
日本語初級２
JPNL110 or equivalent
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
J (90%)/E
JPNL130
日本語初級３
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
J (90%)/E
JPNL210
日本語中級１
Intermediate Japanese 1
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
J (95%)/E
JPNL220
日本語中級２
Intermediate Japanese 2
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
J (95%)/E
JPNL300
日本語上級
Advanced Japanese
1 前・後 1S/F
3
○
J
JPNL250
社会人としての日本語作文
Professional Writing in Japanese
○
JPNL110
native or JPNL300
1 前・後 1S/F
3
1 後 1F
1
○
J
1 前・後 1S/F
1
○
J
native or JPNL300
2 前・後 2S/F
1
○
J
○
E
○
JPNL360
日本語新聞読解
Reading Japanese Newspapers
日本語スピーチ
Public Speech in Japanese
JPNL280
ワークショップ：日本語教育体験／観察
Workshop: Experiencing Teaching Japanese
JPNL181
漢字演習
Shortcuts to Kanji
none
1 前・後 1S/F
1
JPNL281
文脈の中の漢字
Kanji in Contexts
none
1 前・後 1S/F
1
JPNL350
ARTS100
ARTS200
-美術鑑賞
Subtotal: 12
-
日本の伝統的手工芸
ARTS400
比較美術研究
Comparative Art Studies
ARTS499
芸術演習
Seminar (Arts)
ARTS180
26
E
-
0
-
1 後 1F
3
○
E
none
2 前 2S
3
○
E
none
1 後 1F
3
○
E
ARTS100 or ARTS250
2 前 2S
3
○
E
○
日本美術
ARTS/JPNA350 Traditional Japanese Handicraft
0
J
none
Art Appreciation
西洋美術史
History of Western Art
ARTS/JPNA250 Japanese Art
Arts
E
0
2 前 2S
叙情詩
Lyric Poetry
英語
世界の文学の主要テーマ
LANG350
Major Themes in World Literature
Language
比較文学研究
Arts
LANG/JPNA450 Comparative Literature Studies
芸術
E
○
15
教授言語
Language of
Instruction
EFAE020
LANG250
Humanities Language
○
none
LANG200
Japanese
Free
15
キャリア・デザイン 1
Career Design 1
LANG100
日本語研究
Elec
授業形態
Class Style
講演実験
義習
・
Lec Sem
実習
FNDN290
-
人文教養
Req
アカデミック英語：Ａ
English for Academic Excellence (EAE) : A
FNDN101
Foundation Courses
単位数
# Credits
配当年次
Grade Level & 必選自
Semester
修択由
EFAE010
-
基幹教育
＊オレンジ表記は「日本地域研究プログラム(JAS)対象科目
Courses in orange are cross-listed in JAS
ARTS200,ARTS250 or
3･4 前 3/4S
3
at least 15 lecture credits in Arts
4 前・後 4S/F
1
ワークショップ：絵画実習Ⅰ
Workshop: Drawing I
none
1 前 1S
1
○
E
ARTS280
ワークショップ：絵画実習Ⅱ
Workshop: Drawing II
none
2 前 2S
1
○
E
ARTS185
ワークショップ：彫刻実習Ⅰ
Workshop: Sculpting I
none
1 後 1F
1
○
E
ARTS285
ワークショップ：彫刻実習Ⅱ
Workshop: Sculpting II
none
2 後 2F
1
○
E
none
1 前・後 1S/F
1
○
J
none
1 後 1F
1
○
E
ARTS350
ワークショップ：日本の伝統的文化実習
ARTS/JPNA184 Workshop: Traditional Japanese Culture
ワークショップ：書道実習
ARTS/JPNA191 Workshop: Calligraphy
-
-
Subtotal: 12
-
※全ての科目が 2016 年度に開講されるわけではありません。
10
0
22
E
○
0
E
-
-
Courses in green are cross-listed in JLP.
科目区分
Cluster/Discipline
Course
Number
授業科目の名
Course Title
Prerequisites
配当年次
Grade Level & 必
修
Semester
Req
西洋映画・演劇
PART100
Western Film & Theater
日本映画・演劇
PART/JPNA150 Japanese Film & Theater
Performing
Arts
-
MUSC100
MUSC350
MUSC400
音楽
Music
人文教養
MUSC281
Humanities
E
○
E
none
1 後 1F
3
○
E
PART100 or PART150
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
PART100 or PART150
2 後 2F
3
○
E
PART100 or PART150
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
Performing Arts
4 前・後 4S/F
1
none
1 前 1S
1
○
E
none
2 後 2F
1
○
E
none
1 前 1S
1
○
E
none
1 前 1S
1 後 1F
3
○
E
none
2 前 2S
3
○
E
none
2 後 2F
3
○
E
none
2 後 2F
3
○
E
MUSC100
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
E
none
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
○
none
Music
none
3
1
E
E
○
1 後 1F
1
○
E
none
2 後 2F
1
○
E
E
none
1 後 1F
1
○
E
ワークショップ：音楽実習Ⅴ（尺八）
MUSC/JPNA189 Workshop: Music Practice V (Shakuhachi)
none
1 後 1F
1
○
E
none
1 前 1S
1
○
E
none
1 後 1F
1
○
E
1 前 1S
1
○
E
○
E
-世界史
none
none
Subtotal: 17
World History
日本史
HIST/JPNA200 Japanese History
日本技術史
HIST/JPNA300 History of Technology in Japan
哲学と文明・文化
PHIL/JPNA382
Philosophy, Culture & Civilization
西洋哲学史
History of Western Philosophy
科学史・科学哲学
History and Philosophy of Science
科学と学芸における創造性
Creativity in the Sciences and the Arts
比較哲学
Comparative Philosophy
哲学と環境問題
Philosophy and Environmental Issues
哲学演習
Seminar (Philosophy)
世界の宗教
World Religions
比較宗教学
Comparative Religious Studies
日本武道における精神的側面と伝統
Spiritual Dimensions and Traditions in the
Japanese Martial Arts
ワークショップ：禅実習
Workshop: Practicing Zen
PHIL/JPNA383
ワークショップ：神道体験
Workshop: Experiencing Shinto
PHIL260
PHIL300
PHIL/JPNA400
PHIL420
PHIL499
PHIL350
Studies
PHIL/JPNA451
PHIL/JPNA252
-
3･4 前 3/4S
4 前・後 4S/F
○
PHIL250
Philosophy
J
-
1
PHIL200
& Religious
○
-
0
2 後 2F
-
宗教学
23
none
HIST100
・
1
0
E
ワークショップ：音楽実習Ⅳ（琴）
MUSC/JPNA187 Workshop: Music Practice IV (Japanese Koto)
-
哲学
E
○
none
ワークショップ：音楽と創造性実習Ⅰ
Workshop: Music and Creativity I
ワークショップ：音楽と創造性実習Ⅱ
MUSC186
Workshop: Music and Creativity II
ワークショップ：洋楽器と和楽器のための作曲実習
Workshop: Music Composition for Western and
MUSC/JPNA188
Traditional Japanese Instruments
ワークショップ：創作ダンス実習
MUSC/SPRT289 Workshop: Interpretative Dance
歴史学
Sem
○
MUSC185
History
Lec
3
音楽と他のメディア：学際的視点
Music and Other Media: Interdisciplinary
Perspectives
ワークショップ：音楽実習Ⅲ（合唱アンサンブル）
Workshop: Music Practice III (Choral Ensemble)
MUSC180
Free
教授言語
Language of
Instruction
3
音楽基礎：和声、音楽的能力、編曲
Music Fundamentals: Harmony, Musicianship,
and Arranging
MUSC280
MUSC499
Elec
・
実習
1 後 1F
How We Listen to Music: Foundations of Music
Perception, Cognition, and Acoustics
音楽演習
Seminar(Music)
ワークショップ：音楽実習Ⅰ（即興アンサンブル）
Workshop: Music Practice I (Improvisation
Ensemble)
ワークショップ：音楽実習Ⅱ（キーボード）
Workshop: Music Practice II (Keyboards)
講
義
1 前 1S
-音楽鑑賞：知覚認知と音響学の基礎
西洋音楽史
MUSC200
History of Western Music
日本の伝統音楽
MUSC/JPNA210 Japanese Traditional Music
音楽技術入門
MUSC250
Introduction to Music Technology
近代音楽の歴史
MUSC300
History of Modern Music
自
由
none
マンガ・アニメーション学
芸能
授業形態 Class
Style
演
実験
習
選
択
none
PART/JPNA251 Manga & Anime Studies
映画史
PART300
Film History
日本の伝統演劇
PART/JPNA351 Japanese Traditional Theater
比較演劇美学
PART400
Comparative Theater Aesthetics
芸能演習
PART499
Seminar (Performing Arts)
ワークショップ：演技実習Ⅰ
PART180
Workshop: Acting I
ワークショップ：演技実習Ⅱ
PART280
Workshop: Acting II
ワークショップ：演劇監督実習
PART185
Workshop: Directing
ワークショップ：能実習
PART/JPNA380 Workshop: Noh Theater
単位数
# Credits
1
2 後 2F
-
0
none
1 前・後 1S/F
3
none
2 前 2S
none
2 前 2S
-
3
31
-
0
-
○
E
3
○
E
3
○
6
E
-
0
-
none
2 後 2F
3
○
E
none
2 前 2S
3
○
E
none
2 後 2F
3
○
E
none
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
PHIL200 or PHIL250
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
PHIL200 or PHIL250
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
Philosophy & Religious Studies
4 前・後 4S/F
1
none
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
none
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
1 後 1F
3
○
E
none
1 後 1F
1
○
E
none
1 後 1F
1
○
J + E interpret
none
E
E
○
-
-
Subtotal: 12
-
0
30
0
-
-
-
人文教養科目計（78 科目）
Humanities Total: 78
-
3
169
0
-
-
11
Courses in green are cross-listed in JLP
科目区分
Cluster/Discipline
Course
Number
Prerequisites
授業科目の名
Course Title
単位数
# Credits
配当年次
Grade Level & 必
選
自
Semester
修
択
由
Req
ミクロ経済学
Microeconomics
中級ミクロ経済学
ECON200
Intermediate Microeconomics
マクロ経済学
ECON210
Macroeconomics
日本経済とビジネス
ECON/JPNA230 Japanese Economy & Business
ECON300
ECON350
経済学
Economics
ECON360
ECON400
ECON410
ECON420
Subtotal: 13
政治学入門
Introduction to Political Science
社会政策
PSCI/SOCI250 Social Policy
E
○
E
1 前 1S
3
○
E
ECON210
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
none
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
none
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
E
ECON210
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
E
ECON210
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
ECON210
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
ECON210
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
J
ECON350
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
at least 15 lecture credits
in Economics
4 前・後 4S/F
1
1 後 1F
ECON100
2 後 2F
ECON100
2 前 2S
none
-
-
none
PSCI200
社会科学
Social
アメリカ政治
US Politics
ナショナリズムとアジアの民族紛争
PSCI/SOCI310 Nationalism & Ethnic Conflict in Asia
PSCI300
Sciences
政治学
Political
Science
PSCI/JPNA352
日本の政治と国際関係
Japanese Politics and International Relations
グローバル政治
Global Politics
比較政治体制
PSCI450
Comparative Political Systems
政治学演習
PSCI499
Seminar (Political Science)
ワークショップ：政治シミュレーションゲーム
PSCI/SOCI380 Workshop: Political Simulation Game
PSCI400
社会学
Sociology
－
SOCI300
数的推理
Quantitative
Reasoning
○
E
○
E
PSCI200
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
PSCI200
2 後 2F
3
○
E
PSCI200
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
E
○
PSCI200
3･4 前 3/4S
3
in Political Science
4 前・後 4S/F
1
none
3･4 後 3/4F
1
-
1
E
○
E
グローバル化の社会学
Sociology of Globalization
FNDN110
3･4 前 3/4S
3
○
E
none
2 後 2F
3
○
E
SOCI200 or SOCI210
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
in Sociology
4 前・後 4S/F
1
社会科学計（29 科目） Social Sciences: 29
SCNS380
SCNS480
リベラルアーツのための数学
Math for Liberal Arts
大学代数学
College Algebra
微積分学
Calculus
統計学
Statistics
E
○
E
none
2 後 2F
3
○
-
0
12
E
-
0
-
none
1 前・後 1S/F
3
attending SCNS100
1 前・後 1S/F
1
SCNS100
2 後 2F
3
○
E
SCNS100
2 前 2S
3
○
E
SCNS100
3･4 後 3/4F
3
○
attending SCNS310
3･4 後 3/4F
1
SCNS210 or SCNS310
3･4 前 3/4S
○
E
○
E
E
1
○
E
○
E
-
0
15
0
-
-
-
0
27
0
-
-
none
1 後 1F
○
E
none
1 前・後 1S/F
○
E
none
1 前 1S
○
J
none
1 後 1F
○
J
1
none
1 前 1S
○
J
(Aikido)
SPRT181
2 前 2S
○
E
(Judo)
SPRT182
1 後 1F
○
J
(Karate)
SPRT183
2 前 2S
(Shugendo)
-
-
合計
-
3
保健体育１（種目：空手）
-
－
2 前 2S
SPRT/JPNA183 Health & Physical Education 1 (Karate)
SPRT/JPNA283
0
QREA102 or equivalent
保健体育１（種目：柔道）
SPRT/JPNA282
73
E
SPRT/JPNA182 Health & Physical Education 1 (Judo)
SPRT/JPNA281
4
○
保健体育１（種目：合気道）
SPRT/JPNA190
-
－
○
数的推理・自然科学
Quantitative Reasoning & Natural Sciences: 11
-保健体育１（種目：ナンバ式骨体操）
Education
－
3
Integrated Science
保健体育１（種目：修験道）
Health & Physical Education 1
保健体育２（種目：合気道）
保健体育２（種目：柔道）
保健体育２（種目：空手）
0
3
SPRT/JPNA181 Health & Physical Education 1 (Aikido)
保健体育
17
1 前・後 1S/F
SPRT/JPNA180 Health & Physical Education 1 (Nanba)
Health & Physical
0
1 前・後 1S/F
計（11 科目）
-
E
－
none
科学総合
科学総合実験
Integrated Science Laboratory
現代物理学
Modern Physics
バイオテクノロジーの歴史
History of Biotechnology
遺伝学
Genetics
遺伝学実験
Genetics Laboratory
細胞生物学実験
Cell Biology Laboratory
E
○
none
-
-
○
－
SCNS310
E
3
-
SCNS210
○
3
SCNS200
-
1
2 前 2S
－
SCNS180
自然科学
Natural
Sciences
1 前 1S
E
-
0
2 前 2S
社会学演習
Seminar (Sociology)
SCNS100
数的推理・
自然科学
Quantitative
Reasoning &
Natural
Sciences
none
E
○
none
SOCI499
-
22
E
○
FNDN110
SOCI400
QREA202
E
社会調査方法論
Methods of Social Research
比較文化研究
Cross-Culture Studies
QREA201
○
3
日本人論の社会学的分析
QREA102
3
3
SOCI/JPNA353 Sociological Analysis of Nihonjinron
QREA101
-
2 前・後 2S/F
2 前 2S
社会理論
Social Theory
SOCI/PSCI210
E
-
0
3･4 前 3/4S
SOCI/JPNA186 Workshop: Fuji Culture
SOCI200
34
none
-
ワークショップ：富士山と文化
3
E
○
PSCI200
-
実習
○
起業・ベンチャー論
Entrepreneurship
コーポレートファイナンス
Corporate Finance
経済成長：理論と実証
Economic Growth: Theories and Evidence
経済思想史
History of Economic Thought
金融論
Money & Banking
-
Sem
3
日本語による日本経済とビジネス
ECON499
Lec
3
国際貿易とグローバル経済
International Trade & Economics of
Globalization
競争戦略
Competitive Strategy
経済学演習
Seminar (Economics)
Free
教授言語
Language of
Instruction
E
ECON/JPNA430 Japanese Economy & Business (in Japanese)
ECON450
Elec
授業形態
Class Style
演
実験
習
・
○
none
ECON100
3
講
義
（135 科目） Total: 135
-
12
-
1
○
1
1
0
30 314 1
J
-
-
-
-
f. Class Cancellations, Make-up Classes, and Classroom Changes
Class Cancellation
There are cases when, due to special school events or circumstances beyond the control of the
respective course instructor, classes may be cancelled. In cases when there is a decision or
notification that a class has been cancelled, an announcement will be posted on the notice board
located at the first floor entrance and/or through online notification. If there is no cancellation
notice (or any special instruction) and the class instructor does not arrive within 30 minutes of the
scheduled class time, then make sure to inquire at the iCLA Administrative Office regarding
whether the class will be conducted.
YGU Extreme Weather Protocol
When weather conditions reach extreme levels due to a typhoon or a snowstorm, Yamanashi
Gakuin University may decide to cancel courses or suspend all operations. Students should be sure
to check the university website (http://www.ygu.ac.jp) and follow the protocol outlined below in
the case of inclement weather.
Students should check the university website around 6 A.M. for official announcements.
The University may, however, continue to update and announce new information at different times.

In the case that by 5:30 A.M. the Japan Meteorological Agency issues at least one of the
following types of “emergency warnings” (特別警報; tokubetsu keihou) for Yamanashi
Prefecture, the University will suspend all operations and cancel courses and examinations
in order to ensure the safety of students as well as faculty and staff.
1. Heavy Rain Emergency Warning (大雨特別警報; oame tokubetsu keiho)
2. Heavy Snow Emergency Warning (大雪特別警報; oyuki tokubetsu keiho)
3. Storm Emergency Warning (暴風特別警報; boufu tokubetsu keiho)
4. Snowstorm Emergency Warning (暴風雪特別警報; boufusetsu tokubetsu keiho)
1. The decision to close the University or cancel courses will be made based on warnings issued by
the Japan Meteorological Agency.
2. As weather conditions may vary depending on the location of residence, students should put
safety first and never take risks when commuting.
3. For off-campus activities, students should follow their teachers’ instructions.
4. Make-up classes or examinations will be conducted separately. Students should check the bulletin
boards for more information.
Note: The Japanese word 休講 (kyuko; the cancellation of one or more courses) should not be
confused with its homonym 休校 (kyuko; the closure of the university).
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Additional Extreme Weather Protocol Notes for iCLA

The English-language website for the Japan Meteorological Agency is the following:
http://www.jma.go.jp/jma/indexe.html

Students should also make sure to check LMS (Edvance) and iCLA social media sites for
updated information on class cancellations or delays within the department.

If an emergency warning is not issued but weather conditions in a student’s location of
residence are too dangerous for commuting, the student should put safety first and not take
the risk of commuting. In such a case, the student should immediately contact the iCLA
Administrative Office to inform the staff of absence due to extreme weather conditions. The
student should also contact all professors for the classes scheduled for that day to inform them
of the absence.
Make-up Class
Cancelled classes will be, in principle, supplemented. Make-up classes will be held during the
make-up class period or in appropriate hours on appropriate days of the week. In either case, the
date and time will be announced on the notice board and through online notification.
Classroom Changes
In cases of classroom changes (either permanent or temporary), an announcement will be posted
on the notice board and through online notification.
g. Class Absences due to Illness or Bereavement and Class Tardiness
Regarding class absences, in principle, each student must explain the circumstances to their
instructors. Please consider the instructions given by the instructor regarding class supplementation
to be obligatory. The decision on how absences shall be managed is made individually by the faculty
member. For absences during exams, please refer to page 52.
Absences due to Illness and Bereavement
For absences due to causes such as illness, injury, or bereavement of third-degree relatives (by
blood or marriage), a Class Absence Form shall be issued. The submission of this Class Absence
Form will not make an absence an “attendance.” The management of an absence will be decided
individually by the faculty member.
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Conditions/Required Supporting Documents
Cause of
Conditions for Application
Absence
Illness of the applicant him/herself. Illnesses
Illness
of relatives and friends do not apply.
In principle, this excludes cases when the
responsibility for the injury is due to the
Injury
student him/herself.
Bereavement
Bereavement of third-degree relatives (by
blood or marriage).
* Necessary Public
Evidence
Doctor’s Medical Diagnosis
Certificate (original) or
Treatment Costs Receipt
Injury (original)
Funeral Attendance Letter
(original) or official Certificate
of Death (original)
* Public evidence shall be, in principle, written in Japanese or English. In cases where obtaining
public evidence in Japanese or English is difficult, please submit a summary in Japanese or English.
Class Absence Procedure
1. Notify the iCLA Administrative Office via phone or e-mail. (In case students know of
their absence ahead of time, they should come to the Administrative Office to obtain a
Class Absence Form.)
2. Upon returning to campus, complete a Class Absence Form for each course (available at
the iCLA Administrative Office). Please see the sample form at the end of this section.
3. Attach the public evidence to the Class Absence Form and submit it to the iCLA
Administrative Office.
4. On evaluation of the public evidence at the iCLA Administrative Office, if
there are no
mistakes in the information provided, the Class Absence Form will be stamped and
returned to the student.
5. The student will then submit it to the respective instructor.
Please note that students are also responsible for notifying the instructors of the classes they will be
missing, including the LAC. As there is no system of officially recognized absences at iCLA, it is up
to the individual judgment of each instructor to determine in what light a student’s absences will be
considered.
Deadlines
Please submit the Class Absence Form with the Doctor’s Medical Diagnosis Certificate or
Treatment Costs Receipt, Funeral Attendance Letter or Certificate of Death within, in principle,
one week of obtainment.
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Absences due to Infectious Diseases
In case of illness from an Infectious Disease, as described below, pursuant to the Act on School
Health Safety Article 19, attendance will be suspended. In such case, it will not be treated as an
absence upon issuance of a Certificate of Recovery from Infectious Disease by a medical
institution (available at the iCLA Administrative Office). Please see the sample form at the end of
this section.
However, cases involving diseases other than “Infectious Diseases Pursuant to the Act on School
Health Safety” listed in the following table shall not be subject to this norm.
Infectious Diseases Covered by the School Health and Safety Act
Length of suspension of
absence
Disease
Ebola hemorrhagic fever, Crimean-Congo
hemorrhagic fever, smallpox, South American
Type I
hemorrhagic fevers, plague, poliomyelitis,
Marburg disease, diphtheria, Lassa fever,
Until recovery
severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS),
and avian influenza (H5N1)
Until 5 days after the onset of
Seasonal influenza (except H5N1)
symptoms and 2 days after the fever
has subsided
Type II
Until whooping cough has subsided
Pertussis (whooping cough)
or the student has completed an
appropriate treatment program
Until 3 days after the fever has
Measles (rubeola)
subsided
Until 5 days have elapsed since the
onset of swelling of the parotid
glands and the
Parotitis (mumps)
student’s overall condition has
returned to
normal
Rubella (German measles; three-day measles)
Until the rash has subsided
Until the chickenpox blisters have
Chickenpox (varicella)
formed scabs
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Until 2 days after major symptoms
Adenovirus
have
subsided
Tuberculosis and meningococcal meningitis
Type
III
Until a physician has determined that
there is no further risk of infection
Cholera, shigellosis, E. coli (escherichia coli),
typhoid fever, paratyphoid fever, epidemic
keratoconjunctivitis, acute hemorrhagic
Until there is no further risk of
conjunctivitis, other infectious diseases
infection
(infectious gastroenteritis, mycoplasma
pneumonia, hemolytic streptococcal infection)
Procedure
1. In cases where there is an infection or a suspicion of infection with an Infectious Disease,
immediately visit a hospital for an examination. If the student has been diagnosed with
any of the Infectious Diseases, then his/her attendance to class will be suspended.
2. Please contact the iCLA Administrative Office regarding class absence by e-mail or
telephone.
3. Please convalesce at home until fully recuperated.
4. After the illness symptoms have subsided, print the Certificate of Recovery from
Infectious Disease and undergo another examination at the hospital that issued the
previous diagnosis. Ask the doctor to complete the certificate.
5. Submit the Certificate of Recovery from Infectious Disease to the iCLA Administrative
Office by the due date.
Deadlines
Please submit documentation at the iCLA Administrative Office within one week after the lifting of
the attendance suspension.
Tardiness
In case of tardiness due to reasons such as confusion in the scheduling of public transportation,
please ask the public transportation authority, since certificates will be issued in such cases.
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Class Absence Form (Sample Form)
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Certificate of Recovery from Infectious Disease (Sample Form)
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h. Student ID Card (Identification Document)
The student ID card serves as an official identification document, offering evidence that the
student is an official Yamanashi Gakuin University (YGU) student. Please carry it at all times and
take sufficient care not to damage or lose it. In addition, illicit use or the lending of ID cards to
third persons is forbidden.
Issuance: Issued at the time of school entrance.
Reissuance: In case of loss or damage, please request a reissuance of the student ID card.
In addition to filling in the required items on the designated form at the Student Center
(Student ID Reissuance Request Form), a fee of 1,000 JPY is required.
Display: Display of the student ID card is required for exams, the purchase of the student
pass, the issuance of certificate documents, and the use of the library.
Return: The student ID card will lose validity (along with the loss of student status) in cases
such as completion of program and withdrawal. Please immediately return the student ID
card after these instances.
i. Student ID Number
A student ID Number will be assigned upon admission. This number will be used continuously
from entrance to graduation as your student number (identification number). The student ID
Number is used in all office procedures including exams, forms, requests, etc. Therefore, please
memorize it correctly and use it without abbreviations when necessary. The chart below explains
the ID number format.
【Ａ】
Academic Year of
Entrance
（Last 2-digit）
【Ｂ】
Faculty/
Department
【Ｃ】
Individual
Number
Faculty/Department
No.
iCLA
No. 123
Faculty of Law/Department of Law
01
Faculty of Law/Department of Politics & Public
Administration
04
Ex. 2016 entrance
In the case described above, the ID Number will be
as follows:
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(A)
08
(B)
Faculty of Business Administration/
Department of Business Administration
Faculty of Management Information/
Department of Management Information
Faculty of Health and Nutrition/
Department of Nutrition
International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA)/
Department of International Liberal Arts
Faculty of Sport Science
Department of Sport Science
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(C)
20
06
05
07
08
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B. Curriculum
a. Curriculum Outline
The iCLA curriculum is comprised of courses in the following subject areas (a–f). In addition,
clusters c, d, and e are divided into several smaller subject areas. Please also note that subject areas
b–f are called the Liberal Arts Program.
Subject Areas
(a) English for Academic Excellence (EAE)
(b) Foundation Courses
(c) Humanities
Languages
Japanese Language
Arts
Performing Arts
Music
History
(d) Social Sciences
Economics
Political Science
Sociology
(e) Quantitative Reasoning & Natural Sciences
Quantitative Reasoning
Natural Sciences
(f) Health & Physical Education
In addition to the above, iCLA offers a Japan Studies Program (JSP), comprising courses from
various subject areas, through which students can deepen their understanding of Japan. This is
particularly relevant to exchange students when formulating study plans for their studies in Japan.
The JSP comprises the Japanese Language Program (JLP) and the Japan Area Studies Program
(JAS).
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Programs
Japan Studies Program (JSP)
Japanese Language Program (JLP)
* The JLP contains courses from the Japanese Language subject area in the
c (Humanities) cluster.
Japan Area Studies (JAS)
* The JAS Program contains courses from clusters c–f.
English for Academic Excellence (EAE)
English for Academic Excellence (hereinafter referred to as “EAE”) is an intensive English
language program for students who are non-native speakers of English. EAE comprises the
conditionally required elective course “English for Academic Excellence A” and the required course
“English for Academic Excellence B.” The program provides intensive instruction with the aim of
creating a level of English ability equivalent to TOEFL iBT 61. Detailed information about EAE is
available in the EAE Manual. All students who enter English for Academic Excellence must first
successfully pass EAE in order to enter the iCLA Liberal Arts Program, which is comprised of
Foundation Courses and courses in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Quantitative Reasoning &
Natural Sciences, Health & Physical Education, and the Japan Studies Program.
In principle, all Japanese students are expected to enter and pass the EAE Program requirements
before being allowed to enroll in Liberal Arts courses. However, select students with a high level of
English language knowledge who can pass the EAE exemption tests may be able to enroll directly
in Liberal Arts courses.
Japanese Language Program (JLP)
The Japanese language courses on the Japanese Language Program (hereinafter referred to as
“JLP”) are aimed at international students. After arriving at YGU, international students take a
placement test before classes begin. Students are divided into classes (“Elementary Japanese 1–3,”
“Intermediate Japanese 1 & 2”, and "Advanced Japanese") according to their level of Japanese
ability, which is based on the placement test results.
As a graduation requirement, international degree-seeking students taking JLP must complete
“Intermediate Japanese 2.” Those who have taken the placement test and are estimated to have
already attained the level of Japanese language ability required to complete “Intermediate Japanese
2” are exempt from Japanese language courses. However, they may opt to take the “Advanced
Japanese” course in order to refine their language skills.
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Study Abroad
After completing the required courses, all students complete a compulsory period of study abroad,
equivalent to two semesters at YGU. Please refer to page 29 for more details.
Concentrations, Seminars, and the Graduation Research Project (GRP)
All students take one seminar course related to their “concentration,” which they choose from the
following eight subject areas:
Language Arts,
Arts
Performing Arts
Music
Economics
Political Science
Sociology
In addition, students complete a Graduation Research Project– a comprehensive summary of an
aspect of their concentration. Credits for the Graduation Research Project are approved by the
instructor in charge of the seminar course in which the student is enrolled; however, research
achievements (graduation theses) are examined under a joint decision-making system involving the
seminar instructor and a full-time faculty member responsible for English language education. This
system has been adopted in light of the educational goals of the new faculty to assess whether the
student has fully acquired advanced academic English ability from the perspective of both English
expression and specialized research.
Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC)
At iCLA, students can take a wide range of courses, from six academic clusters. iCLA also offers a
Writing-Across-the-Curriculum (hereafter referred to as “WAC”) Program, which enables students
to connect different types of knowledge they have acquired from a wide range of academic
disciplines. In the WAC Program, students consolidate their knowledge through various writing
assignments. The writing assignments constituting the WAC Program are divided into the following
two types:
1. Academic papers: students prepare one paper per semester on a particular theme, which
they later develop into a Graduation Research Project. Students whose native language is
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Japanese also prepare a report in Japanese summarizing these papers. These assignments
are referred to as “WAC-1.”
2. More concise academic and reflective papers, containing various themes from each class.
These assignments are referred to as “WAC-2.” The details of WAC-1 and WAC-2
assignments are provided in the next section.
b. Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC)
WAC-1
Step 1: Introduction
Before commencing WAC-1, students must take “Introduction to World Issues.”
Step 2: Selecting a Theme
During “Introduction to World Issues,” students select a theme of interest from a list of global
issues, which is prepared by the Faculty.
Step 3: Commencement of WAC-1
After completing “Introduction to World Issues,” students begin WAC-1 by preparing reports on
the selected theme, for a minimum of one course per semester, including their period of study
abroad. Students receive advice from their concentration advisor and decide on which course they
will write their WAC-1 report. Students can also receive guidance from their academic advisor
during the course of preparing the report.
Students whose native language is Japanese prepare one Japanese report that summarizes the
twice-yearly WAC-1 reports, and they submit this report to a faculty-member in charge of JLP.
WAC-1 reports are added to students’ Open Portfolios on the Learning Management System
(LMS).
Step 4: Guidance and Evaluation of WAC-1
WAC-1 reports are included in the grade evaluation for the course for which they were prepared.
The reports are evaluated by the instructor in charge of each course. There are some courses for
which WAC-1 report evaluations are not part of the course grading; however, students may still
submit WAC-1 reports for these courses. Students can still receive guidance from the course
instructor even if the submitted report is not included in the course grading. Concerning the
Japanese reports, three senior faculty members from JLP provide correction and feedback on the
use of Japanese expressions. Japanese report evaluations are not included in course grading.
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Step 5: Graduation Research Project
By the time students begin the Graduation Research Project, they will have compiled several
WAC-1 reports in their Open Portfolio. These reports are then used and developed by the
students in the Graduation Research Project. In principle, students complete their Graduation
Research Project on the theme they selected for WAC-1; however, students may also investigate
issues beyond their WAC-1 theme, with the approval of their concentration advisor/seminar
instructor.
WAC-2
In each class, students receive guidance from the class instructor and then prepare academic and
reflective papers based on various themes. WAC-2 reports are added to students’ Private Portfolios
on the LMS. Students also have the option of transferring WAC-2 reports to their Open Portfolios.
c. iCLA Concentration System
Concentration Selection
Before the end of the fall semester of the students’ first year, an academic guidance period will take
place wherein students can explore the different iCLA concentrations and speak with the academic
advisors for the concentrations they are interested in studying. At the end of the guidance period,
students select a concentration from the eight fields in which seminars are offered (for reference,
please take a look at the iCLA Concentration Declaration Form located at the end of this section):
(1) Language Arts
(5) Philosophy & Religious Studies
(2) Arts
(6) Economics
(3) Performing Arts
(7) Political Science
(4) Music
(8) Sociology
Starting from the following spring semester (after exiting EAE), students must take a lecture course
from their chosen area of concentration each semester, while receiving consistent academic advice
from an academic advisor who specializes in this concentration. Through this process, students
continuously enhance their expertise, while working toward the preparation of a Graduation
Research Project in their area of concentration. Students should note that concentration lectures
must also be taken (and passed) during every semester of their study abroad year.
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Changing Concentrations
It is possible to change concentrations after declaring an initial concentration. To change
concentrations, students should fill out an iCLA Concentration Change Form, have it signed by
both the current and new concentration advisors, and submit it to the iCLA Administrative Office.
Connecting the Dots: WAC and the Graduation Research Project
In the 4th year, students will take a seminar in the chosen area of concentration and complete a
Graduation Research Project. In general, a student will complete the Graduation Research Project
for the on the same theme chosen for WAC-1 (see the previous section for details).
Sample WAC-1 Portfolio and Graduation Research Project
Year 1:
English for Academic Excellence (EAE)
Student declares Music as a concentration at the end of Fall Semester
Year 2:
Spring Semester (iCLA)
Take “Introduction to World Issues” course
Chosen Theme: Creativity
Fall Semester (iCLA)
Course: Japanese Traditional Music
WAC-1 Paper: “Formula and Creativity in Japanese Traditional Music”
Year 3:
Spring Semester (University of Sussex)
Course: Psychology Module – Fear and Anxiety in Children
WAC-1 Paper: “The Effect of Creative Activity and Music Therapy on Children”
Fall Semester (University of Sussex)
Course: Geography Module – Culture, Race and Ethnicity
WAC-1 Paper: “Music as an Expression of Cultural Identity”
Year 4:
Spring Semester (iCLA)
Course: Entrepreneurship
WAC-1 Paper: “Tradition and Innovation in the Video Game Music Industry”
Fall Semester (iCLA)
Course: Seminar (Music)
Graduation Research Project:
“Genre Fusion: Creativity, Tradition, and Music in
Modern Asia”
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Concentration Declaration Form (Sample)
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Concentration Change Form (Sample)
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d. The Study Abroad Program
The “study abroad program” explained in this section refers to credit exchange for study at those
overseas universities with exchange agreements with Yamanashi Gakuin University.
Enrolment status, tuition fees, and credit recognition
Status of student
studying abroad
Tuition
(and other
expenses)
Grading and
credit recognition
Students studying abroad at partner universities are considered to be enrolled
at Yamanashi Gakuin University.
Tuition fees at Yamanashi Gakuin University, accommodation expenses, food
expenses, educational material expenses, cost of obtaining a VISA, to and fro
travel expenses, overseas travel insurance, transportation expenses at the
study location, and other miscellaneous expenses.
Grading and GPA is determined in accordance with the rules of each
receiving university. Credits earned at the overseas university are recognized
as iCLA credits with the approval of the committee.
Requirements and eligibility for the study abroad program
Length of study
abroad period
Period of study
abroad
Year of study
Grades and
language
One year
Depends on the partner institution; however, generally as follows: Spring
Semester: January–December / Fall Semester: September–July
From the third year (as a general rule)
Note: Year of study depends on the student’s level of English proficiency.
Students who satisfy the requirements listed below for study abroad may be
permitted to study abroad before the designated year of study. Third year
students may not be permitted to study abroad if they do not satisfy the
requirements.
1) English proficiency: Minimum TOEFL PBT score of 550, minimum iBT
score of 80. Note: Students who have not satisfied the English
proficiency requirements at the time of applying for study abroad may be
permitted to study abroad based on the strength of their GPA. Students
are assessed based on their ability to meet the standards for studying
abroad using a sliding scale based on TOEFL scores and GPA.
2) Students must satisfy the language and grade requirements specified by the
receiving university.
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Courses
1) Students must have completed the following courses:
 Composition I, Composition II, and Academic Reading Across
Disciplines
OR Expository Research Writing
 Introduction to World Issues
2) Students should complete the following courses and orientation
(not required, but strongly recommended)
 World History
 Microeconomics
 One of the following: Philosophy, Culture and Civilization, History of
Western Philosophy, and History and Philosophy of Science
 Study Abroad Orientation
Steps leading up to study abroad
Step 1:
iCLA Study Abroad Program Orientation
 Students must review all information about each receiving university, their requirements for
study abroad, and the steps leading up to study abroad.
 Faculty members respond to other questions regarding study abroad.

Step 2: Period for submission of internal applications for study abroad
 Students first meet with academic advisors and receive advice about receiving universities.
 Students must submit the prescribed study abroad application forms to the iCLA
Administrative Office.
If departing in the Spring Semester: The application must be submitted six months prior to
departure (in July of the previous year). If departing in the Fall Semester: The application must be
submitted nine months prior to departure (in December of the previous year) due to student
recruitment closure in mid-February.

Step 3: Internal selection
The iCLA Study Abroad Selection Committee screens applicants and approves each student’s
exchange partner school.

Step 4: Preparation of a study plan
Students are to obtain as much information as possible about the curriculum and courses at the
exchange partner school, and during an early stage, they are requested to consult with their
academic advisor about the study plan in the procedure. Students must obtain approval of their
study plan prior to departure.

Step 5: Submission of documents to the chosen exchange university
 Submit documents to the exchange university.
 Students are screened in accordance with the selection criteria of each receiving university.

Step 6: Obtaining approval for study abroad from the receiving university
Determine accommodation for the duration of the period of study abroad (dormitory at the
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receiving university, apartment, homestay, etc.)
Step 7:



Prepare travel plans to the exchange university
Arrange VISA, plane ticket, and overseas health insurance.
Make final preparations for departure.
Partner University List (as of April 1, 2016)
Region
Country
Norway
University
University of Bergen
Norwegian University of Science and
Technology
University of Tromso（Arctic University of
Norway）
Volda University College
University of Duisburg-Essen
Germany
Netherlands
Europe
Scotland
England
Belgium
Lithuania
Finland
France
Sciences Po (Lille)
IÉSEG School of Management
Austria
FH Joanneum(FHJ)
University of Rijeka
University of Malaga
Iceland Academy of the Arts
Saint-Petersburg State University (the SPSU
Arts and Humanities Program Faculty of
Liberal Arts and Sciences )
ADA (Azerbaijan Diplomatic Academy)
University
Augsburg College
College of St. Scholastica
Hamline University
Flagler College
St. Francis Xavier University
Acadia University
Lingnan University
National Chi Nan University
Azerbaijan
USA
Canada
Hong Kong
Taiwan
Asia
Jacobs University Bremen
Ludwigshafen University of Applied Sciences
(LUAS)
University College Utrecht
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences,
School of Economics and Management
Edinburgh Napier University
University of Stirling
University of Aberdeen
University of Sussex
Ghent University
Vilnius University
Tampere University of Appied Sciences
Croatia
Spain
Iceland
Russia
North
America
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Korea
Philippines
The Catholic University of Korea
Kyung Hee University
University of the Philippines
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Website
http://www.uib.no/en/
http://www.ntnu.edu/
https://en.uit.no/startsida
http://www.hivolda.no/english
https://www.uni-due.de/en/
http://www.uni-duesseldorf.de/home/e
n/home.html
https://www.jacobs-university.de/
https://www.hs-lu.de/en.html
http://www.uu.nl/en
http://www.amsterdamuas.com/
http://www.napier.ac.uk
https://www.stir.ac.uk/
http://www.abdn.ac.uk/
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/
http://www.ugent.be/en
http://www.vu.lt/en
http://www.tamk.fi/web/tamken
http://www.sciencespo-lille.eu/internati
onal/international-students
http://www.ieseg.fr/en/
http://www.fh-joanneum.at/aw/~a/ho
me/?lan=en
https://www.uniri.hr/index.php?lang=en
http://www.uma.es/?set_language=en
http://lhi.is/en
http://artesliberales.spbu.ru/?cl=en&set
_language=en
http://www.ada.edu.az/en-US/Pages/ho
me.aspx
http://www.augsburg.edu/
http://www.css.edu/
http://www.hamline.edu/
http://www.flagler.edu/
http://www.stfx.ca/
http://www2.acadiau.ca/
http://www.ln.edu.hk/
http://en.ncnu.edu.tw/
http://www.catholic.ac.kr/english/main
/main.html
http://www.khu.ac.kr/eng/index.jsp
http://upd.edu.ph/
Study Abroad Timeline
Leading up to the iCLA Internal Study Abroad Application
1. Attend the study abroad information session
Early October:
Open to all students, but those interested in studying abroad in the following Fall
Semester must attend this session.
Early May:
Open to all students, but those interested in studying abroad in the following
Spring Semester must attend this session.
2. Study abroad guidance sessions with Concentration Advisors
September to November:
For students who want to study abroad the following Fall
April to June
For students who want to study abroad the following Spring
** Important: During general guidance at the beginning of each semester upon entering the
Liberal Arts program, students should always speak to their Concentration Advisors about
their study abroad interests and plans.
3. With your Concentration Advisor, complete tentative course plans for your top three
study abroad destinations.
By the end of November:
For those who want to study abroad the following Fall
By the end of June
For those who want to study abroad the following Spring
4. Submit the iCLA Study Abroad Application to your Concentration Advisor for
internal screening
By early December
For those who want to do study abroad the following Fall
By early July
For those who want to do study abroad the following Spring
5. Advisors collect the iCLA Study Abroad Applications and submit them to the
Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator by the specified deadline.
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The internal iCLA Study Abroad Selection Process
1. The iCLA Study Abroad Selection Committee meets to review the applications.
2. Applicants are informed about the Committee decisions.
3. Accepted students then confirm with the Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator that they
accept the decision and the partner university matching.
Nomination and submission of applications to partner universities
1. The iCLA Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator nominates students to their
matched universities
2. Prepare the partner university’s study abroad application
Students must gather supporting documents and, with the help from both the Outbound
Study Abroad Coordinator and their Concentration Advisors (with respect to study abroad
study plan), put together their applications for the partner universities matched to them.
3. Acquire the necessary English test requirements for the partner university
Ideally, students should already have the appropriate English test scores (according to iCLA
internal requirements and partner university requirements) by the time of the internal
screening. However, in the case that the student has not yet fulfilled the requirements of the
partner university, they should acquire the required English test scores by the following
deadlines:
For study abroad in the Fall Semester:
February 1 (for partner universities with March and April deadlines)
March 1 (for partner universities with May, June, and July deadlines)
For study abroad in the Spring Semester:
August 15, though preferably earlier
4. Submit the partner university’s study abroad application
According to the requirements of each partner university, students submit their applications
by the iCLA-set administrative deadlines below.
For study abroad in the Fall Semester:
March 1 (for partner universities with March and April deadlines)
April 1 (for partner universities with May, June, and July deadlines)
For study abroad in the Spring Semester:
September 15, though preferably earlier in August
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5. Confirm study abroad participation
Upon receiving their letters of acceptance, students must confirm study abroad
participation with both the partner universities and the iCLA Outbound Study Abroad
Coordinator. Once confirmation from the partner university is complete, that partner
university is considered that student’s “host university.”
Study abroad pre-departure preparation
Upon acceptance, the host university will communicate with the student on various matters, from
academic preparation to visa application and university housing. As such, the student must be
proactive and take responsibility for completing preparations for the study abroad experience.
3 to 4 months before departure:
1. Apply for visa and university housing.
2. Complete and submit “Pre-Departure Study Abroad Course Plan” to the iCLA Outbound
Study Abroad Coordinator.
3. Submit immunization records and health exam if required by the host university.
4. Attend the iCLA Outbound Study Abroad: General Overview and Academic Orientation.
5. Attend the iCLA Outbound Study Abroad: Insurance/Risk &Crisis Management
Orientation.
6. Purchase insurance for study abroad.
1 to 2 months before departure:
1. Purchase airline ticket to destination.
2. Submit travel plan to iCLA Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator.
3. Attend the iCLA Outbound Study Abroad: Student Life Orientation.
2 weeks before departure:
1. Begin leaving procedures for current housing in Japan.
2. Submit the “Emergency Contact Information Form” to the iCLA Outbound Study
Abroad Coordinator.
3. Complete the departure check and leave for study abroad.
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During Study Abroad
Within a few days of arrival
Complete arrival check and submit via email to the iCLA Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator any
changes in emergency contact information.
Every Semester
During course registration and the “Add/Drop” period at your host university
1. Communicate with your Concentration Advisor in the case that a course decided upon in
the pre-departure period is not being offered in the desired semester.
2. Communicate with your Concentration Advisor in the case that a course originally in the
study plan does not prove to be an appropriate choice due to course content, level of
difficulty, etc.
3. In the above cases, consult with your Concentration Advisor on an acceptable course
alternative.
4. Once an alternative course is selected, send the “Revision of Study Abroad Course Plan”
form to your Concentration Advisor, who will review the document and decide whether or
not to approve it.
5. You must first receive email approval of the “Revision of Study Abroad Course Plan”
form from your Concentration Advisor before finalizing registration at your host university.
By the end of the course “Add/Drop” period
Submit the finalized “iCLA Study Abroad Year: Registered Courses” form for the semester to both
the Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator and the Concentration Advisor.
By mid-semester
Communicate with the Concentration Advisor in selecting a course and topic for the required
WAC-1 paper. With continued guidance from the Concentration Advisor through email or Skype,
conduct the appropriate research and complete the paper.
By the end of each semester
Submit the WAC-1 paper to your Concentration Advisor via email. Your Concentration Advisor
will then review the paper and send comments back.
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After the completion of semesters
1. After the completion of first semester
Upon the release of first semester grades, submit a grade report to the iCLA Outbound
Study Abroad Coordinator and your Concentration Advisor, who may or may not suggest a
revision of the second semester study plan.
2. After the completion of second semester
Students whose native language is Japanese prepare one Japanese report that summarizes
both WAC-1 reports written that year. They then submit this report to a faculty member in
charge of JLP.
Throughout the study abroad period
1. Be diligent about crisis management while abroad and follow emergency protocol should
the event arise.
2. Save syllabi and course descriptions of all registered courses for credit transfer.
3. During a long vacation period, if you are considering international travel outside the
country of your study abroad destination or will be away from university
accommodation for an extended period of time, you should communicate your travel
plans and emergency contact information to your host university and guardian(s).
Preparing to Return
Two to three months before return
1. Confirm housing upon return to Japan.
2. Book your flight home, taking into account the date of your last exam, the release of
grades, and when your visa expires.
One month before return
1. Submit the “Return Travel Plan” to iCLA Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator.
2. Pay all outstanding accounts at your host university.
3. Check the procedures for the issuing of transcripts at your host university. Bring back two
official transcripts –one for personal use and the other for credit transfer.
4. Ship belongings home, researching the various methods and costs of shipping possessions
home, along with the options for unaccompanied and excess baggage with your chosen
airline.
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Two weeks before return
1. If necessary, submit a revised “Return Travel Plan” to the iCLA Outbound Study Abroad
Coordinator.
2. Close bank account opened in your host country.
3. Begin move-out procedures for host university housing and make arrangements for
transport to the airport.
After returning to Japan
Immediately upon arrival
Report return to the appropriate coordinator at the host university
Within two weeks of arrival
Complete the “iCLA Study Abroad Experience Survey.”
Beginning the new semester at iCLA
Apply for credit transfer either in the beginning of September (For those who began study abroad
in the previous Fall Semester) or within the first months after arrival, by February (for those who
began study abroad in the previous Spring Semester).
Credit Transfer Procedure
1. Submit a “Notification of Completion of Study Abroad” form to the iCLA Outbound
Study Abroad Coordinator.
2. Submit a “Study Abroad Credit Transfer Application Form,” along with an official
transcript, to the iCLA Outbound Study Abroad Coordinator, who will forward the
documents to the iCLA Credit Transfer Committee.
3. You will be contacted with the credit transfer results within two weeks after the iCLA
Credit Transfer Committee convenes and makes final credit transfer decisions.
4. After receiving the credit transfer results, meet with your Concentration Advisor to discuss
both your progress towards graduation and the WAC-1 papers that were produced during
your study abroad year.
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e. Graduation Requirements
The education and living-learning environment provided at iCLA emphasizes the constant
development of critical, creative, autonomous, and global thinking. As an important part of this
education, iCLA strongly encourages its students to plan ahead for the entire 4 years of their
undergraduate studies and take responsibility when designing their respective study programs.
To facilitate this process, academic orientations and information sessions are held at various points
throughout the year. Students also receive personalized guidance from knowledgeable iCLA
academic advisors who can assist them with course planning and related academic matters.
In order to graduate, students must observe the following seven rules and satisfy all of the
requirements. It is important for students to understand the following rules well.
1. Acquisition of 124 credits
In order to graduate, students must have been enrolled at the University for at least four
years. Students should have earned the designated number of course credits and a total
of at least 124 credits.
2. Completion of study abroad year
After completing certain compulsory electives, all students must complete a period of
study abroad that is equivalent to two semesters at the iCLA.
3. Earn 3 credits from the iCLA Japan Studies Program
Students must earn at least three credits from courses offered in the “Japan Studies
Program” (JSP).
4. Earn 15 credits from advanced courses
In their fourth year, students take seminars in their area of concentration; however, as a
prerequisite, students must complete a “lecture” course, which is within this area of
concentration, in each semester. In other words, by the time students take seminars,
students should have earned a total of at least 15 credits (3 credits x 5 semesters) from
lecture courses offered in the chosen area of concentration. Please note that the 5
semesters include periods of study abroad.
5. Earn 42 credits from different subject areas
In each subject area, students must earn a total of 42 credits from the required courses or
required elective courses as specified in the table below.
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Subject category
Required/
Names of course subjects for required courses and
Elective
required electives (number of credits)
(a) English for
Required
Academic
course
Excellence
Required
(15 credits or more
English for Academic Excellence B (15 credits)
English for Academic Excellence A (15 credits)
electives
required)
(b) Foundation
Courses
Required
course
Introduction to World Issues (3 credits), Graduation
Research Project (2 credits), Career Design 1 (1 credit),
(10 credits or more
Career Design 2
required)
Composition 1 (3 credits), Composition 2 (3 credits), and
(1 credit)
Required
Academic Reading Across Disciplines (3 credits) for a
electives
total of 9 credits in 3 subjects
OR Expository Research Writing (3 credits)
*Depending on English ability, 9 credits from 3 subjects
or 3 credits from 1 subject need to be acquired.
c) Humanities
(9 credits or more
Required
World History (3 credits)
course
required)
Philosophy, Culture & Civilization (3 credits),
History of Western Philosophy (3 credits),
History and Philosophy of Science (3 credits)
*3 credits need to be acquired from one of the
above-mentioned subjects
Workshop: Drawing I, Workshop: Drawing II,
Required
Workshop: Sculpting I,Workshop: Sculpting II,
electives
Workshop: Traditional Japanese Culture, Workshop:
Calligraphy
*1 credit needs to be acquired from one of the
above-mentioned workshops (they are each one credit)
Workshop: Acting I , Workshop: Acting II,
Workshop: Directing, Workshop: Noh Theater
*1 credit needs to be acquired from one of the
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Workshop: Music Practice I (Improvisation Ensemble),
Workshop: Music Practice II (Keyboards),
Workshop: Music Practice III (Choral Ensemble),
Workshop: Music Practice IV (Japanese Koto),
Workshop: Music Practice V (Shakuhachi),
Workshop: Music and Creativity I, Workshop: Music and
Creativity II,
Workshop: Music Composition for Western and
Traditional Japanese Instruments,
Workshop: Interpretative Dance
*1 credit needs to be acquire from one of the
(d) Social Sciences
Required
(4 credits or more
course
Microeconomics (3 credits), Workshop: Political
Simulation Game (1 credit)
required)
(e) Quantitative
Required
Math for Liberal Arts (3 credits), College Algebra (3
Reasoning & Natural
electives
credits), Calculus (3 credits), or Integrated Science (3
Sciences
credits) plus Integrated Science Laboratory (1 credit) * 3
(3 credits or more
credits need to be acquired from one of the
required)
above-mentioned subjects
(f) Health & Physical
Education
Required
course
(1 credit or more
Health and Physical Education 1 (1 credit)
*Depending on the courses that are open, this can be
acquired by selecting 1 course
required)
Minimum number of
Total of 42 credits
credits acquired from
subject categories
6. Earn 45 credits from applied courses
Students must earn a total of at least 45 credits from courses with applied content
(elective courses with course numbers between 300 and 400).
7. Japanese Courses
This graduation requirement exercises separate sets of rules for (I) students whose native
language is Japanese and (II) international students.
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I. Students whose native language is Japanese
Students must take “Professional Writing in Japanese.” Credits earned from this
course are not included in the credit count fulfilling the “Earn 3 credits from the
iCLA Japan Studies Program” requirement.
II. International students
International students are to take “Japanese Language” as a required course in
place of “(a) English for Academic Excellence” (at least 15 credits required), as
specified in the “Earn 42 credits from different subject areas” requirement.
Starting levels differ among students according to the results of the placement
test. However, students must complete “Intermediate Japanese II” regardless of
their starting level. Credits earned from Japanese Language courses are not
included in the credit count fulfilling the “Earn 3 credits from the iCLA Japan
Studies Program” requirement.
C. iCLA Academic Advising System
iCLA’s missions of learning, discovery and engagement encapsulate the fundamental foundation
upon which our advising practices are built. Our excellent advising system entails a firm
commitment to the best interests of the students at all times.
a. Responsibilities of the Students
1. During the registration period of every semester, students should seek the advice and
guidance of their advisors so as to assure adequate and systematic learning of their
concentrations and the writing of their Graduation Research Projects.
2. Students should seek advice and guidance in deciding their study abroad destinations as
well as in the preparation of their study plans in the college / university they are applying to.
3. Students should seek the advice of their advisors on writing papers for the
Writing-Across-the-Curriculum program in each semester; in ensuring that they are taking
appropriate courses related to their themes for the Graduation Research Project; in managing
their personal portfolios; and in selecting appropriate materials for their public portfolios.
4. Students should seek information on opportunities for further studies in graduate schools
and, or their career prospects.
Although advisors are there to give students advice and guidance, it is the students’ sole
responsibility to make sure that they understand the required courses and graduation requirements,
and register their courses accordingly. Students must make sure to take appropriate courses at
appropriate times by fully understanding the number of units required for compulsory and elective
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courses, and the requirements for study abroad. It is by all means very important to be conscious of
one’s own progress toward graduation.
b. Academic Advising System
1. Only full-time faculty members who teach “seminars” will serve as academic
Concentration Advisors.
2. Full-time faculty members who do not teach seminars will serve as “temporary
advisors.”
3. EAE faculty members will serve as “EAE advisors” for EAE students.
4. JLP faculty members will serve as “international exchange student advisors.”
5.
Each faculty member will have a maximum of 12 new students per year or 40 in total as
advisees.
c. Organization of the Academic Advising System
The academic advising system has been designed to accommodate the different needs of students
who enter the program under different circumstances, including: (1) EAE students upon entering
the University, (2) international students who enter the iCLA curriculum as “degree-seeking
students” and (3) international students who come to YGU as exchange students. Each of these
different situations and the role of Academic Advisors will be explained in the following sections.
Situation 1: EAE students upon entering the university
During EAE
EAE students receive advice from both EAE advisors, related to their EAE courses,
and LAC advisors, who focus on the overall work done in the LAC. Although these
functions overlap and reinforce each other, there are some important distinctions
between the two advising systems offered to EAE students. The different advising roles
of EAE and LAC advisors are explained more fully in the EAE Manual.
The first semester after exiting EAE B (1st semester of the Liberal Arts Program)
Concentration Advisors will start taking care of their advisees. Students attend an
academic information session in the fall semester of their first year which will help them
select Concentration Advisors. Once Concentration Advisors are decided, they will
continue to serve as the students’ academic advisors until the students graduate. Please
note that students who leave EAE after the spring semester (Situation 1a) will keep their
EAE advisor until the end of the 1st semester of the Liberal Arts Program (fall
semester).
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Situation 2: International students (non-EAE students) entering the iCLA
curriculum as degree-seeking students
1st semester of the Liberal Arts program
Since they are largely unfamiliar with the faculty and courses upon entry, they will be
assigned Temporary Advisors in their first semester.
2nd semester onwards
Students will attend an academic information session in the fall semester and select
Concentration Advisors before this semester ends. Concentration Advisors will start
taking care of their advisees from the beginning of the following spring semester. Once
Concentration Advisors are decided, they will continue to serve as the students’
academic advisors until they graduate.
Situation 3: International students entering the iCLA curriculum as exchange
students
These students have somewhat different needs than the EAE students and international
degree-seeking students. They will be assigned JLP faculty members as advisors for their
semester or full year at iCLA. Only in rare cases, and pending on the mutual agreement
between advisor and advisee, will these students be allowed to change advisors.
A summary is shown in the following table:
2016 Spring
Situation 1a:
EAE students who leave
During EAE
EAE after the spring
EAE Advisor
semester
2016 Fall
1st semester of
LA program
EAE Advisor
Situation 1b:
2017 Spring
2017 Fall
2nd semester of LA
3rd semester of LA
program
program
Concentration
Concentration
Advisor
Advisor
1st semester of LA
2nd semester of
EAE students who leave
During EAE
During EAE
program
LA program
EAE after the fall
EAE Advisor
EAE Advisor
Concentration
Concentration
Advisor
Advisor
1st semester of
2nd semester of LA
3rd semester of LA
LA program
program
program
Temporary
Concentration
Concentration
Advisors
Advisor
Advisor
semester or later
Situation 2b:
International students
entering as degree
-seeking students in fall
Situation 3:
Exchange students
－
Advisors for exchange students
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d. Guidance under the Concentration and Academic Advising System
Outline
The academic advising system, which is separate from the EAE advisor and pre-academic
advisor, is closely linked to the concentration system. Students take courses centered on their
area of concentration, with a view to completing the Graduation Research Project, which
serves as a culmination of all assignments completed at the iCLA. The academic advising
system is a mechanism for providing integrated academic support in the stages leading up to
the Graduation Research Project, through course registration advice provided by the full-time
faculty member in charge of the student’s area of concentration. A full-time faculty member
from the student’s chosen area of concentration is automatically appointed as academic
advisor. The process through which concentration advisors are determined is outlined below:
1. Concentration Guidance Sessions
In the period before students commence concentration courses, a group of full-time
faculty members take on the role of academic advisors. The advisors conduct guidance
sessions on both the concentration system and academic advising system and provide
information about the characteristics of each seminar field and the instructors in
charge of each area. Information regarding possible university exchange is also
disseminated.
2. Declaration of Concentration
Students declare their area of concentration and submit an enrollment plan.
3. Selection (if required)
If there are numerous students wishing to study a certain area of concentration,
students will be selected based on interviews. Each full-time faculty member can
provide guidance to a maximum of 12 students.
4. Confirmation of Academic Advisor
The full-time faculty members in charge of the 4th year seminars of each area of
concentration (a total of eight areas) are appointed as concentration advisors. Aside
from Language Arts and Economics –each of which have two leading faculty advisors–
there is only one faculty member leading each seminar. As such, most concentration
advisors are automatically determined when students select their concentration.
Concentration Guidance Sessions
Purpose: To enable students to select concentrations and academic advisors by providing
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information regarding the characteristics of study in each seminar field, the instructors in
charge of each area, and potential locations to study abroad.
Period: Each year in November
Target students: Regular students taking EAE B, or who are in first or second semester of
the Liberal Arts Program.
Concentration advisors: A total of 10 full-time faculty members who conduct the
seminars.
Additional Information
Office Hours
Faculty members set aside three hours at least twice a week each week for Office Hours,
during which time the advisor is available for consultation with advisees.
Changing Concentration Advisors
Students will be allowed to change advisors and their concentration(s) in some
circumstances. Firstly, in cases where both advisor and advisee agree that a change is
needed. Secondly, if only the advisee wants to change, the advisee is required to discuss the
matter with his/her advisor. This will give the advisor the opportunity to inform the
student about possible negative consequences of such changes (e.g. the student may no
longer be able to graduate within 4 years). Although these two cases apply in principle to all
students, this will not be the norm for students in EAE and for international exchange
students.
D. Course Registration
a. Registering for Courses
Course registration is a compulsory step for students to take, in order to take courses and earn
credits. During the course registration process, students register for courses that they wish to take.
If course registration is not accurately completed, students will not earn credits, even if they attend
the course. Students should take complete responsibility for the course registration process and
must ensure that it is accurately conducted. In addition, when selecting courses, students are
advised to create a yearly study plan. The selection of courses significantly affects course
registration for the following academic year, and students can receive advice from the advisor, in
terms of creating an effective academic plan.
Course registration occurs twice a year: at the beginning of the Spring Semester in April and that of
the Fall Semester in September. Students register for courses online during the designated
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registration period for each semester. The registration periods are specified in the Academic
Calendar.

When registering for courses, it is extremely important for students to formulate course
plans, especially in relation to their four-year plans leading to graduation. Make sure to
fully understand the graduation requirements (page 38) and formulate long-term plans.

It is also important to note that online registration for EAE students and exchange
students is conducted by the iCLA Administrative Office; therefore, students do not need
to complete this procedure themselves.
Restrictions on the Number of Credits
The maximum number of credits permitted for each year of study is given in the table below.
Please be noted that it is not possible to register for more courses after the maximum number of
credits per academic year is reached. As a guide, we recommend that students aim to take
between 15 and 18 credits per semester.
Year of study
Maximum no.
of credits
Freshmen
Sophomore
Junior
Senior
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42
42
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Important Points Concerning Course Registration
 Students are wholly responsible for their own course registration.
 Students are generally not permitted to register for courses outside of the registration period.
 Students should ensure that there are no errors in their registration for courses. Students are not
permitted to change courses after registration is finalized.
 It is not possible to exceed the designated maximum number of credits for each year of study. All
courses will be rendered invalid if students exceed the maximum number of credits.
 It is not possible to re-register for any course for which credits have already been acquired.
 It is not possible for students in the lower years of study to take courses offered only in the upper
years of study. It is possible for students in the upper years of study to take courses offered in the
lower years of study.
 If students are assigned to a specific section of a class, they must register for that section.
 It is not possible to register for two courses that take place at the same time. If a student registers
for two courses that take place simultaneously, both courses will be rendered invalid.
 If inaccuracy or deficiency of course registration is found, registration will be rendered invalid.
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Please enter the information correctly.
 Students should obtain a copy of the “Timetable Confirmation Sheet” after their registration has
been accepted and check that there are no mistakes in the courses registered. If a mistake has been
made, students may change the course registration provided that they do so within the registration
period. Students must take care not to lose the “Timetable Confirmation Sheet,” as it is necessary
for course registration in the Fall Semester and taking examinations.
 Students must refer to the information regarding courses to be taken when studying abroad, prior
to the period of studying abroad.
b. Course Registration Procedure
The course registration procedure comprises the following six steps:
Step 1: The guidance period
Year 1, semester 1
During the guidance period, orientation is held for all new students except for EAE and
exchange students. Students attend orientation sessions, at which the registration process is
explained.
Year 1, from semester 2 onward
During the guidance period, all students receive advice about course plans from their respective
advisors (EAE advisors, temporary advisors, advisors for exchange students, and concentration
advisors).

Step 2: Formulation of course plans
Students should download the latest timetable, curriculum table, syllabus, and course outlines
from the iCLA website, and formulate course plans after reading these materials carefully.

Step 3: Commencement of classes
Students must attend the first class of any course that they wish to take to understand the main
points for consideration when taking that course (otherwise, students will lose the opportunity to
receive a Course Permission Certificate).
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Step 4: Issuing permission to take courses
If the number of students wishing to take a course exceeds the course quota or the capacity of
the classroom, the instructor will choose which students are permitted to take the course,
considering factors such as a student’s enthusiasm for the course and, in particular, the reasons
why a student may need to take the course in that particular semester (i.e., to satisfy graduation
requirements). The instructor should then issue a Course Permission Certificate to the selected
students before the registration period starts. Students must submit the Course Permission
Certificate issued by the instructor to the iCLA Administrative Office and obtain the Office seal.
If students conduct the registration process without a Course Permission Certificate, they will
not be able to participate in evaluations for that course.

Step 5: Online registration
Students complete online registration during the designated registration period at the beginning
of each semester.（URL：http://www.ygu.ac.jp/guide/risyu.php (Japanese only) For an English
manual, login to Edvance360 and go to Communities -> Academic Calendar -> Resources ->
Student IT Manuals -> YGU Web Registration System – English Manual）In the case that
students cannot register during the designated registration period due to health issues for
example, please consult with the iCLA Administrative Office and get an instruction. After
completing the registration process, please print out your timetables.

Step 6: Drop/Add & Withdrawal
If a student wishes to add or drop a course s/he may do so without penalty during the Course
Add/Drop Period using the online registration system. If a student wishes to withdraw from a
course during the Withdrawal Period, s/he must submit an application and complete the
withdrawal procedure during the designated period (see the Academic Calendar). When a student
withdraws from a course, his/her grade will be displayed as “W” (Withdrawal) and the course
will not count toward his/her GPA. Please see the next section for a sample Withdrawal
Application Form. Any withdrawals after the Withdrawal Period will result in a “F” (Fail) grade.
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Course Withdrawal Application Form (Sample)
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E. Examinations
Students take final examinations and make-up/retake examinations. In addition, depending on the
course, instructors may conduct regular examinations as per their own discretion. Students cannot
receive credits for courses unless they pass these examinations.
a. End-of-Semester Examinations
i.
Examination Timetable
The timetable for final examinations is announced via the bulletin board one week before
the start of examinations. Please note that examination times differ from regular class
times. *During the Winter Program, examinations are conducted immediately after the end
of classes.
ii. Examination Eligibility Requirements
A student will be disqualified from taking an examination and receiving credits in the
following situations:

If the student does not display his/her student ID;

If the student has not registered for the course using the Course Registration Form;

If the student has not paid his/her tuition fees or other necessary fees (except for
students who are exempt from paying tuition fees, in accordance with the provisions
of Article 39 of the “University Rules and Regulations”); and

If the student is absent for more than one third of the classes on the course
(however, instructors may impose stricter attendance regulations after specifying
them clearly in advance in the course syllabus).
iii.
Important Points Regarding Examinations

Carry your student ID card to the exams.

When taking exams, make sure to follow the instructions of the supervisors, take the
allotted seats, and place the student ID card on the table by the isle.

Before beginning the exams, close any unauthorized notebooks, textbooks, reference
materials, etc. and place them inside your bag and under your chair. Cases, pen cases,
etc. must also be placed inside your bag. Mobile phones and other unauthorized
electronic devices must be completely switched off and placed inside the bag. Watch
alarm functions and any miscellaneous functions are prohibited.

Desk pads are, in principle, not to be used.

When notebooks, textbooks, reference materials, etc. are allowed, lending and
borrowing those during exams is forbidden.

Entrance in the room is not allowed15 minutes after the exam commencement time.
Similarly, exit from the rooms is only allowed 30 minutes after the exam
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commencement time.

Those who complete the exam shall place the answer sheet in the designated
location and immediately leave the room.

The answer sheet, even if left blank, must be completely filled with the name and
student ID number. Names and other pertinent information must be filled with
ballpoint pens, fountain pens, or any other writing instruments that use permanent
ink.

Persons engaging in illicit behavior during the exams will be asked to leave the room.
The subsequent handling of these cases shall be performed in accordance with the
instructions of the General Manager of the Division implementing the exam.

A temporary student ID card will be issued only for students with student ID card
reissuance procedures completed. The temporary student ID card must be returned
immediately after its expiration date.
iv. Illicit Behavior during Examinations

Upon the confirmation of illicit behavior through an appropriate hearing,
opportunities to take subsequent exams shall be suspended and exams for all courses
taken during the related semester will be deemed invalid (considered as the
“abandonment of the exam”). However, after consideration of the circumstances,
exams for courses already taken may not be considered invalid.

Persons engaging in illicit behavior will be punished in accordance with University
Policies and Regulations.

Persons engaging in illicit behavior will have such a fact publicized to the entire
school and have their parents/guardians notified.
The following are examples (not limited to these examples) of illicit behavior that will be
subject to punishment:

Proxy exams taken by persons other than the student;

Possession of cheat sheets; Sheets hidden in the shelf under the desks are also
forbidden;

Exchange of answer sheets;

Mutual sharing of answer sheets;

Writing on desks;

Filling in false names on the answer sheet or attendance list;

Taking or disposing of answer sheets;

Whispering, discussing, peeping, looking aside, or using any other objects than those
allowed in the exams;
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
Lending or borrowing objects that are allowed in the exams;

Using handheld communication terminals (including dictionaries, watches, or
calculators);

Refusing to follow instructions by supervisors.
b. Make-up Examinations
Make-up examinations are provided for students who, due to circumstances beyond their control,
are unable to take final examinations. In such cases, students must seek approval by submitting
an Exam Absence Form (one form per course). Please refer to the sample form at the end of this
section. Make-up examinations will only be applied to exams performed during the final exam
period. Mid-term exams taking place at other times (as well as other exams) are not part of the
official make-up examination system. Please talk to and consider the advice of your instructor.
i. Exam Absence Form
Please attach the related documentation issued by public entities or their equivalent described in
the table below to the Exam Absence Form and submit them to the iCLA Administrative
Office within three days of the date of the exam in question. Note that there are cases when
the form application period is specifically determined.
Reason for Absence
Documentation
Death or funeral of a relative (within a
third-degree relationship)
Funeral Attendance Letter (a printed document that
shows the date of the funeral, etc.)
Medical Diagnosis Certificate issued by a medical
institution (certificates issued by dental clinics will
not be accepted)
Illness, etc.
Traffic accidents
Accident Certificate
Delays in transportation such as buses
and trains, etc.
Certificate of Lateness (issued by stations, etc.)
Employment exams
Participation in competitions as a
representative of the university, etc. or
national (or above level) competitions
Others
After being advised at the Career Development
Center, a document with an acceptance stamp
containing the name of the entity performing the
employment test such as the company/group/
public office, etc.
Program of said competition or document
evidencing attendance stamped by the General
Manager of the club to which the student belongs
Document describing the reason for not being able
to take the exam or another document capable of
describing the said reason
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ii. Important Points Regarding Make-up Examinations

Make-up examination evaluation will be performed in accordance with the regular
exams.

Those absent from make-up examinations will not be permitted to undertake a
second make-up examination.

Regarding details on make-up examinations, there will be announcements made
through notices in late August and early January.
iii. Procedures regarding Make-up Examinations
Students with legitimate reasons for being
* Legitimate reasons are described in the
absent from a final examination shall obtain
table above.
an Exam Absence Form at the iCLA
* Take a name stamp (hanko) with you
Administrative Office, attach the related
(if you do not have a name stamp, then a
documentation, and submit within 3 days of
signature is allowed).
the date of the exam in question.

Details regarding the make-up exam will be
provided to those allowed to take the exams
in late August for Spring Semester courses
and early January for Fall Semester courses.

Persons allowed to take the exams shall take
the Exam-Taking Slips, available at the iCLA
Administrative Office counter, fill in the
* Fill in the necessary items and receive a
receipt stamp at the iCLA Administrative
Office.
course name and other pertinent information
and complete the related procedures.

After checking the outline/timetable/ report
* Please note that those absent for the
topics for the make-up examinations, take the
make-up examinations will not be given a
exam.
second opportunity to take the exam.

The exam results for the Spring Semester will
be distributed at the counter, while such
results for the Fall Semester will be
distributed by mail.
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* The results for the Spring Semester will
be generally distributed on demand on the
date of the beginning of lectures in the
Fall semester. Please carry your student ID
card.
c. Retake Examinations
Retake examinations are provided for students who receive a Fail (F) grade for the final
examination on a course. However, retake examinations are not provided for Seminar, Laboratory,
and Workshop courses or Health & Physical Education practicals. Moreover, course instructors
may decide not to offer retake examinations as per their own discretion.
i.
Important Points Concerning Retake Examinations

All students are eligible for retake examinations (as opposed to other faculties, in
which eligibility is restricted to fourth-year students).

Retake examinations are provided for students who receive a Fail (F) grade for a final
exam that they have taken that academic year. (However, students are not eligible for
retake examinations on courses for which they simply failed to attend the final
examination.)

There is a designated reception period for retake examinations. Students are not
permitted to take examinations after the designated period.

The highest possible grades for retake examinations are D (60 points) and P (pass).

Regarding details on retake examinations, there will be announcements made
through notices in late August and early January.
ii.
Procedures regarding Re-take Examinations
Students who have completed a course and received
* Regarding exams that were not
a failing grade (F) in the said course during the academic
taken due to “exam abandonment,”
year will be notified regarding whether they are eligible for
permission for taking the exams
re-take examinations in late August for Spring Semester
will not be granted.
courses and in early January for Fall Semester courses.

Those eligible for re-take examinations shall obtain an
* Certificate stamps can be
exam slip at the iCLA Administrative Office, fill in the
obtained at the automatic vending
necessary items, and perform the related procedures.
machine on the first floor of No. 9
Exam fees will be 1,000 JPY per course and the certificate
Building, in front of the Academic
stamp must be attached.
Affairs Office.

After checking the outline/timetable/report topics for the
make-up examinations, take the exam.
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* In the case of re-take
examinations, take the exam slip to
the exam room. Make sure to affix
the exam slip to the cover in the
case of report exams.

The exam results for the Spring Semester will be
* If obtaining the results at the
distributed at the counter, while those for the Fall
counter, then make sure to carry
Semester will be distributed by mail.
your student ID card.
iii.
Dealing with EAE Examinations
See the EAE Manual for information on examinations for “English for Academic Excellence
A” and “English for Academic Excellence B.”
d. Final Reports
a. Important Points Regarding the Preparation of Final Reports

Reports must be completed with the course name, instructor’s name, grade, student
ID number, name of the student, and date and must be stapled together. If there are
instructions provided by the instructor, then such instructions must also be followed.

If there are instructions given by the instructor regarding fonts, spacing, margins,
etc., these must also be followed.

Include page numbers.

When preparing the report, if there are references to Webpages, third-person works,
etc., follow the rules for quotations given by the instructor and take measures to
avoid plagiarism.

Plagiarism of reports and common preparation of reports when related instructions
have not been provided will be considered invalid.
b. Important Points Regarding the Submission of Final Reports
Confirm the report topics, number of pages, submission deadline, and location of
submission. Make sure to submit the report by the designated deadline since submissions
after the assigned time will not be accepted.
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Exam Absence Form (Sample)
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F. Grade Evaluation and GPA
a. Grade Evaluation
Grade evaluation is conducted for each course based on written and oral examinations
(presentations) as well as on reports, practicals, work productions, and the student’s regular learning
situation. Grade evaluations are organized on a five-grade scale, where students who receive grades
between A and D are awarded credits, and F denotes a fail. Grades, grade points (hereinafter
referred to as “GP”), and corresponding evaluation scores are given in the table below.
Classification
Pass
Fail
Not subject to GP
Grade
Evaluation
score
GP
Interpretation of grade
A
100–90
4.0
Excellent
B
89–80
3.0
Good
C
79–70
2.0
Satisfactory
D
69–60
1.0
Marginal
F
Less than 59
0.0
Fail
P
Above 60
―
Pass
NP
Less than 59
―
Non-Pass
R
Recognized
credit course
―
Recognized Credit
W
Withdrawal
―
Withdrawal
b. GPA (Grade Point Average)
GPA Calculation Formula
“GPA” indicates the average grade points earned per credit. The figure is calculated using
the formulas given in the tables below. A student’s GPA is calculated and displayed using
values rounded to two decimal places.
Year GPA and Semester GPA
Year GPA is calculated per academic year, and Semester GPA is calculated per semester.
Method for Calculating Year GPA
Sum total of [(number of credits for course) × (GP earned for that course)]
Sum total of the number of credits for which a student has registered during the academic year
(including “F” credits)
Method for Calculating Semester GPA
Sum total of the number of credits for which a student has registered during the semester
(including “F” credits)
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Cumulative GPA
Cumulative GPA is calculated based on the grades earned from the time of entrance into
the University to the present.
Method for Calculating Cumulative GPA
Total number of credits for which a student has registered (including “F” credits)
Important Points Concerning GPA

When calculating Year and Semester GPA, courses failed (F grades) during the year or
semester are included in the number of credits for which a student has registered.

When calculating cumulative GPA, if a pass has been achieved by retaking a course after
an initial fail (F grade), or if the student receives another fail (F grade) after retaking the
course, the initial fail grade is not included in the calculation.

Passes and fails for courses that are not subject to GPA (P and NP grades) are not
included in the GPA calculation.

Courses that do not carry credits toward graduation (Internships) are not included in
GPA calculations.
c. Criteria for the Issue of Certificate of Expected Graduation
Fourth year students who are expecting to graduate can obtain a Certificate of Expected
Graduation through a predetermined application procedure. This certificate differs from others
in that it is not issued to all students who apply. Students must satisfy certain criteria for
“expected graduation” and must have taken courses in a systematic manner from the first year
of study. Even if the student has obtained the maximum number of credits that can be taken in
the fourth year, the certificate cannot be issued if he/she has not obtained the number of
credits required for graduation.
Criteria for the Issue of Certificate of Expected Graduation
Fourth year
Students who have earned at least 82 credits
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d. Grade Reports
Grade reports will be issued by mid-August and early March for Spring and Fall Semester courses,
respectively. For Japanese degree-seeking students, grade reports will be sent to their guardians
from the iCLA Administrative Office while international degree-seeking students will receive their
grade reports at their registered home addresses in Japan. Exchange students will, on the other
hand, receive a copy electronically. Please note that specific dates will be announced on the notice
board. When earlier academic record confirmations are required for study abroad etc., it is possible
to make earlier announcements than the ones described above.
e. Inquiries about Grades
For completed courses, students may request more detailed explanations of grades from an
instructor in writing, for strengthening the learning outcomes from that course. The instructor
should aim to respond to these requests within one week of receiving the inquiry. It is also
important to note that the period for making inquiries about grades covers the two weeks after the
results are announced.
G. Student Status
a.
Overview
At iCLA, there are three types of student statuses: Degree-Seeking, Exchange, and Special
Register.

Degree-Seeking: Students who are enrolled in courses for credit and are considered to be
pursuing a degree at YGU.

Exchange: Students officially enrolled at another institution abroad who study at YGU
full-time under an exchange agreement between YGU and their home institution.

Special Register: Students officially enrolled at another institution who study for credit at
YGU with special permission.
b. Changes in Student Status
Students enrolled in iCLA, on occasion, may voluntarily change their enrollment status due to
circumstances including, but not limited to, illness, family emergencies, financial problems, etc.
Additionally, the University may take action to change student status under special circumstances
outlined in this section. While the Office of Academic Affairs (Kyomu-ka) is the official place to
handle the forms and documents, iCLA students should consult with iCLA faculty and staff when
they need assistance in voluntarily making these decisions.
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c. Withdrawal or Expulsion (退学 Taigaku )
This change in status applies to students who discontinue study at iCLA. For this change to be
applied, authorization is required from the University President. Yamanashi Gakuin University
Policies and Regulations Article 43 states that:
1. The president will take disciplinary action following a faculty meeting resolution against
students who violate YGU’s rules or who engage in conduct that violates duties as students.
2. The types of disciplinary action provided for in the preceding paragraph are expulsion,
suspension, or warnings.
3. Expulsion provided for in the preceding paragraph is taken against individuals who fall
under any of the following items:
a.
Individuals who demonstrate poor character and conduct which is not expected
to improve
b. Individuals who are constantly absent for no justifiable reason
c. Individuals who disrupt order at YGU or who significantly violate their duties as
students
d. Transfer
When students wish to transfer to another institution, they are required to obtain permission from
the University President by submitting a form detailing the reason(s) for the request. For students
who have transferred into iCLA, the transferability of their credits will be determined by the Credit
Transfer Committee. Accordingly, their course selection should be carefully developed in
consultation with assigned advisors upon entrance.
e. Leave of Absence
In principle, this status indicates a temporary leave for no longer than one year. It is important to
note that this status remains effective within the same academic year (April – March) when the
request is approved. It is granted with the permission of the University President when students are
unable to attend school for more than three months due to illness or other special reasons. There
are five points that students who wish to claim this status should bear in mind:

If it is not possible to attend classes for three months or more due to illness or some
other reason, a student may take a leave of absence by submitting a request, signed by the
guarantors, attaching a medical certificate from a designated physician or a detailed
explanation of the grounds, and obtaining permission from the president.

Leaves of absence may not continue for more than one year; provided, however, that
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extensions to a leave of absence may be granted for up to one year if there are
exceptional circumstances.

Leaves of absence may not exceed a total of four years.

Leaves of absence are not counted towards a student’s four-year term of enrollment.

A student may return to the university having obtained permission from the president if
the grounds for leave expire during the leave of absence.
Students should be informed that according to YGU policy, tuition, facility and equipment fees, etc.
are collected as long as a student is on the student register, regardless of whether or not the student
attends classes; provided, however, that students shall be exempt from paying tuition while on a
leave of absence.
1. Students permitted to take a leave of absence must also make the Payments provided for in
Article 3 during their leave of absence; provided, however, that students whose leave of
absence extends for a full academic year (April 1 to March 31) shall be exempt from tuition
and tuition shall be refunded after the end of the leave of absence.
2. The Payments provided for in Article 3 must be made even if a leave of absence is
approved midway through a year; provided, however, that students shall be exempt from
tuition during the leave of absence and tuition shall be repaid one month’s fees at a time
after the end of the leave of absence.
3. Requests for leaves of absence or to withdraw are not permitted if there are outstanding
Payments.
f. Dismissal
This status is assigned when the University removes a student from its registrar system, which
typically occurs in the following situations:
Students will be dismissed if falling under any of the following items:
1. If payment of tuition and other obligations has been neglected and these are not paid
despite reminders being issued.
2. When the student enrolled in a four-year program fails to graduate within eight years, with
the exception of special circumstances.
3. If the period of a leave of absence is exceeded and the grounds for leave remain.
4. If a course registration form has not been submitted in a particular academic year despite
the student having received a reminder.
5. If a students’ whereabouts are unknown for a long period of time.
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g. Reinstatement of Student Status
In order for students on Leave of Absence to return, they need to fill out the specified form
復学願 (fukugaku negai). Note that due to the nature and timing of course registration, students
cannot reinstate their status and return in the middle of an academic semester.
Those who have withdrawn from iCLA may be able to reenroll through a screening process
provided that the department student capacity allows for the reenrollment of a student.
h. Course Registration upon Reenrolling or Returning from Leave of Absence
When a student who has withdrawn from YGU/iCLA reenrolls, or when a student who has been
on leave of absence returns, course registration will proceed according to the protocol outlined
below:
1. Course registration will occur in accordance to the curriculum in place at the time the
student returns/reenrolls.
2. In the case that the current curriculum differs from the one which governed the student’s
studies prior to withdrawal or leave of absence, the student is subject to the rules of the
new curriculum, which may reflect changes in requirements or prerequisites.
3. Credits earned in the old curriculum will remain valid even if the courses from which
they were earned are no longer listed in the new curriculum.
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3. Student Life
A. Dormitory Guide
a. Overview of the Student Dormitory
i. Name and Address
Name: Yamanashi Gakuin University International College of Liberal Arts Student Dormitory
Address: 2-7-17 Sakaori, Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, 400-8575.
ii. Objectives of the Student Dormitory and Mandatory Residence
One of the main objectives of the iCLA is to cultivate familiarity and tolerance for other
cultures. The objective of the Student Dormitory is to provide students the opportunity to live
in a multicultural environment with other students from across the world and, by so doing, to
help them to gain an understanding of the theories and mindsets that are common throughout
the world by expressing themselves and forming accurate arguments, developing self-discipline
and consideration for others, and deepening their understanding of other cultures. In addition,
these objectives reflect the essential qualities required during the period of study abroad and
have a significant influence on students’ ability to focus on their studies.
Therefore, to achieve these educational objectives, all full-time first-year students at YGU must
live in the Student Dormitory for a period of one year.
iii. Management
YGU is responsible for managing the Student Dormitory. The Student Center is responsible
for allocating rooms, collecting accommodation fees, managing facilities, etc.; and also for
overseeing the overall management of the dormitory. In addition, the dormitory management
staff is responsible for managing safety inside the dormitory, 24 hours a day.
Floor Representatives (FRs) are elected, who will offer support to students during their everyday
lives, ensure that the rules of the dormitory are observed, and give advice to residents. In
addition, to maintain discipline in the lives of residents, a Dormitory Life Committee has been
established to which the FRs will belong.
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iv. Building Construction and Amenities
Building
7 floor reinforced-concrete buildings (dormitory space is located on
structure
floors
3–7)
Cafeteria, mailboxes, delivery boxes, cooking studio, laundry rooms,
Amenities
AED, emergency buttons, slowly descending machine, fire shutters,
alarm system, fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire hoses, security
cameras.
v. Student Rooms
Capacity
232 (1 unit = 8 students)
Amenities
Table, benches, corkboard, ceiling light, mini refrigerator, IH stove,
(living area)
sink cabinet
Amenities
(bathroom/toile
Washstand, toilet, shower (two per unit)
t area)
Furniture
(individual
rooms)

Desk, bookshelf, desk lamp, chair, bed, hanger bar, storage under bed,
trash can, air conditioning unit, curtain
Modular jacks for LAN internet are not provided. (As a rule, students access the internet
via wireless LAN).

Beds comprise only frames (floorboard type; mattresses not included).
b. Move-In Procedure
i. Period of Stay
April start
March 30, 2016 (Wed.)–March 16, 2017 (Thu.)
September start
August 31, 2016 (Wed.)–August 4, 2017 (Fri.)
ii. Move-In Documents
Please submit Move-In Documents (入寮手続き書類) to the Student Center by the designated
date.
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iii. Move In and Out Checklist (upon arrival)
Students should use the Move In and Out checklist (入寮チェックリスト) to confirm that
no items are missing from the room or are damaged. They should submit the completed form
to the Student Center by the designated date.
iv. Rental Bedding
It is possible to rent a bedding set from the YGU contractor, Maruzen Campus Shop. Students
should complete the application and payment procedures at the Yamanashi Gakuin Maruzen
Campus Shop.
Contents
Price
Bedding set rental
Pillow, pillow cover, futon mattress, sheets, futon
¥12,000 each time
cost
quilt, futon quilt cover, blanket, blanket cover.
(including tax)
Fee for changing
3-piece cover set
Sheets, futon quilt cover, pillow cover
¥500 each time
(including tax)
v. Residential Units
As a rule, residents live in shared units. One unit (room) accommodates eight students.
vi. Designation of Rooms
The Student Center allocates rooms to residents. Residents may not exchange their designated
room for another room without permission from the Student Center. However, if it is
determined that a room change is necessary (for example, in the case of trouble between
roommates), the Student Center will consider the possibility of changing room assignment.
Please consult the Student Center if you have any worries or concerns.
vii. Unitmate Agreement
Unlike living alone, living in a student dormitory involves sharing part of one’s living space with
other students with different ways of lifestyles. To live together comfortably, it is essential to
establish common rules to which all members of the unit agree. Therefore, to ensure that all
students enjoy a comfortable life at YGU, students are expected to exchange an agreement on
communal living in the unit. This agreement is called the “Unitmate Agreement.”
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Students should discuss the following matters with reference to (8) Communal Living and
submit the Contract to the Student Center by the designated date.
・Lifestyle habits
・Lending of personal belongings
・Cleaning duty
・Management of valuables
・Listening to music
・Sleeping and rising times
・Allergies
・Telephone and chat times
・Others
viii. Communal Living
At iCLA, learning occurs on a multicultural campus, where students from Japan and overseas
come together to study. The Student Dormitory is also a cosmopolitan living environment,
being home to students from various cultures. All students working toward a degree at iCLA
must study abroad for one year. Additionally, during their period of study abroad students may
experience a communal living situation.
ix. Ensuring a Comfortable Communal Life
To ensure a comfortable communal life in the dormitory, it is important to build relationships
of trust with one’s unitmates. Students should consider the following advice to create a
trouble-free life in the dormitory:
•
Face-to-face Conversation
While it is acceptable to communicate with one’s unitmates via social networking service
such as Facebook, students should try to understand one another through face-to-face
conversation, rather than making judgments based only on online interaction.
•
Resolving Issues Early
If a student feels uncomfortable with the habits or behavior of his/her unitmate(s) while
living together in a unit, or if a more serious problem is experienced, he/she should tell
the person(s) concerned about this honestly and discuss a solution as soon as possible.
If the student becomes excessively stressed or dissatisfied, feelings toward the unitmate(s)
may transform into anger. If the student is no longer able to contain this anger, he/she
may end up reproaching the unitmate(s) too severely. Students should try to resolve issues
early.
•
Building Mutual Respect
Unitmates are part of a team sharing a living environment. Rather than feeling that they
“have to get on well” with each other, it is recommended that they expect to enter into a
relationship of mutual respect for the common living space.
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•
Working out Differences
Students should mentally prepare themselves to “work out differences” with their
unitmates. A certain amount of “give and take” is needed to ease the tension of
communal living. “Working out differences” does not mean making sacrifices but, rather,
discovering feasible rules for communal living with which both parties are comfortable.
•
Determining the Rules
While unitmates may feel reluctant at first, they should determine a set of rules for
communal living by having face-to-face conversations within a few days of moving in
together. These rules will play an important role in their communal life during the course
of the year. It is important for unitmates to gain an understanding of each other in
relation to possible sources of discomfort or annoyance, such as cleaning the unit and
listening to music.
c. Move-Out Procedure
i. Dormitory Move-Out Form
Students should submit the Dormitory Move-Out Form (退寮届) to the Student Center at least
one month before the day on which they wish to move out. They should inform the Student
Center immediately if they wish to change their moving out date after form submission.
ii. Cleaning the Units
Students should clean the unit (including the common areas) thoroughly before the day of the
damage check.
iii. Damage Check (on the day of move-out)
The Student Center will check rooms for damage on the day that a student moves out. A
member of the dormitory management staff will inspect the rooms and common areas for
damage and stains while the vacating students are present. YGU collects a deposit of ¥50,000
from each student. ¥16,200 (tax included) of this deposit is a cleaning fee that is used for
repairing and cleaning the unit upon vacation. The remainder of the deposit (¥33,800) is
returned to students after they move out, provided that no additional repairs or cleaning work is
required. If such additional work is required and the cost exceeds the amount of the deposit, the
Student Center will issue an invoice for the actual cost incurred to the student(s) responsible. In
addition, students may be asked to pay for any damage or stains not recorded on the Checklist
submitted upon moving in.
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iv. Return of Keys, Security Cards, and Bedding Sets
Students should return their room keys and SECOM security cards to the dormitory
management staff at the time of the damage check. If a student is unable to return the borrowed
key and/or security card, he or she will be required to pay for the replacement of the lock
cylinder, key, and/or security card. When returning bedding sets (applicable only to students
who have rented bedding sets), students should contact Maruzen Campus Shop directly to find
out how to return the sets. If conspicuous damage/stains are found, students may be charged.
v. Oversized Garbage and Appliance Recycling
Students are responsible for disposing of oversized garbage (粗大ごみ) and recycling appliances.
Under no circumstances should students leave such items in their units when moving out. If the
Student Center discovers that a student has left such items in a unit, they will identify the
student and take disciplinary action. Students should confirm how to dispose of oversized
garbage and recycle appliances with the dormitory management staff.
vi. Notification of New Address
After students move out of the dormitory, they should make sure to inform the Student Center
of their new addresses.
vii. Mail Forwarding Form
Students should register for the “Mail Forwarding Service” (郵便物の転居・転送) via the Japan
Post Office homepage using the following link:
 http://www.post.japanpost.jp/service/tenkyo/index.html.
This service allows students to forward all mail sent to the old address to the new address for a
period of one year, free of charge.
viii. Mailboxes
Students should check their mailboxes on move-out day. Any mail remaining in the mail box the
following day will be discarded.
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d. Facilities Guide
i. Student Dormitory Building Manager Room
The Student Dormitory Building Manager Room (学生寮管理室) is located on the first floor
of the East Tower. Dormitory management staff is available to assist students 24 hours a day.
Weekdays: 9:00–18:00 (Student Center)
Office Hours
18:00–9:00 (Student Dormitory Building Manager Office)
Weekends and national holidays: 24 hours (Student Dormitory Building
Manager Office)
ii. Self-locking System
YGU ensures the safety of dormitory residents through the use of self-locking doors.
iii. Laundry Rooms
Laundry rooms are located on the second floor of each tower. The dormitory staff reserves the
right to dispose of any clothes that are left in the laundry room for more than one week. It is
possible to use the laundry rooms 24 hours a day; however, students are encouraged to use the
rooms at sensible times to prevent trouble between residents.
iv. Cooking Studio
A cooking studio is provided on the first floor (next to the Cafeteria) for student use. If iCLA
Dormitory residents wish to utilize the studio, they should apply to do so via the Student Center
one day in advance (for the use on weekends and Monday, please apply by Friday). After using
the studio, students should be sure to clean it carefully and allow a member of the dormitory
management staff to conduct a cleaning check.
9:00–11:00
Hours of availability
14:00–17:00
20:00–22:00
Fixture/Utensils
IH cooking heater, frying pans, pots, knives, chopping board

The hours of availability and equipment may vary due to unforeseen circumstances.

In terms of Cooking Studio use, preference is given to iCLA Dormitory residents. Students
who are not iCLA Dormitory residents may use the Cooking Studio facilities upon invite for
events and parties hosted by dorm residents.
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v. Refrigerator
The kitchen contains a refrigerator which can only be used by the Cooking Studio users to store
food that is due to be prepared on the same day. It is not possible to store personal food items
in the refrigerator. Please dispose of any items remaining in the refrigerator after using the
kitchen; i.e., on the same day. Any remaining items after use will be disposed on the next day.
vi. Mailboxes and Mail
Personal mailboxes are located in the Student Dormitory Lobby. Parcels are stored in delivery
boxes—should you receive a parcel, the code to unlock the appropriate delivery box will be
dropped into your mailbox. Please note that we are not able to store parcels that contain
perishable foods or cash. To ensure that mail is sent correctly, we ask that you give the sender or
courier the full address (including the name of the building and your individual room number)
as well as your internal extension number.
Important note: Students should not use the iCLA Administrative Office phone number as the
contact number for your parcels as responding to student mail deliveries interferes with regular
office tasks and responsibilities.
vii. Common Areas
In order to secure an evacuation route, students must not leave personal belongings in the
common areas such as the hallway and the elevator hall.
viii. Garbage Collection Point
A special garbage collection point is provided for dormitory residents in front of the Student
Dormitory Building Manager’s Room. When disposing of garbage, students must separate it into
different types and place it in the appropriate Kofu City bags, then leave it at the designated
garbage collection point. (See the Kofu City handbook “How to Separate and Dispose of
Garbage” for more information.)
e. Student Room Guide
i. Electrical Appliances
The use of electrical appliances with high power consumption in student rooms can cause the
circuit breaker to trip. Therefore, the types of electrical appliances that students are permitted to
use are restricted. Students should refer to the following list for details on which electrical
appliances can be brought into their rooms. The introduction or use of prohibited electrical
appliances is forbidden. If these items are found in a student’s room, they will be confiscated.
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Electrical Appliances permitted to bring in the dormitory:
 Coffee maker
 Electric kettle
 Small vacuum cleaner
 Clothes iron
 Hair Dryer
 Small refrigerator (45L or less)
ii. Internet Access
In the dormitory, students can access the internet via wireless LAN (ygu-spot). However,
students may, from time to time, experience an unavoidable drop in internet speed or may not
be able to use the internet due to interference. For details, students should refer to the ygu-spot
user’s guide.
iii. Internal Extension Lines
Internal telephones (for internal calls and reporting emergencies) are located in the common
area within each unit. Students should use their own cell or internet phone when making
external calls to people off-campus.
iv. Air Conditioning Unit
Each room is equipped with an air conditioning unit—students adjust the temperature to suit
their needs. Utility costs are included in the common area charge (共益費). Please be mindful
and endeavor to conserve electricity and water where possible.
f. Obligations of Residents
i. Damages
If students damage any equipment in the dormitory, they have an obligation to report this to the
Student Center immediately and to restore the damaged item to its original state. If the damage
or stain was caused deliberately, or due to carelessness or negligence, students will be required to
pay for the actual cost of replacing the item. Students will also be asked to pay for a new room
key and a security card if they lose theirs.
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ii. Reporting Breakages, etc.
If students break a piece of equipment—including electricals, parts of the drainage and
hot-water-supply systems, and the air conditioning unit—they should report it to the Student
Dormitory Building Manager’s Room immediately.
iii. Sending Mail
If students wish to send mail to a student, they should specify the address of the Student
Dormitory, together with the student’s room number and name, as shown in the box below.
Students should take particular care when purchasing items online and make sure to include the
internal extension number.
OOOO (student name) - extension OOOO,
Room OOO, East or West
International College of Liberal Arts Student Dormitory,
Yamanashi Gakuin University,
2-7-17 Sakaori,
Kofu City,
Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan.
400-0805.
iv. Long Vacation Schedule
To make contact in emergency situations, students should report their long vacation schedules
to the Student Center by submitting a Long Vacation Schedule form (長期休業中予定表)
prior to the vacation period and before the submission deadline.
v. Requesting Use of the Cooking Studio
If students wish to use the kitchen, they should submit a Request for Use of the Cooking Studio
(セルフキッチン利用届) to the Student Center one day in advance.
vi. Dormitory Meetings
Students must participate in meetings (Unit Meetings, Floor Meetings, etc.) held at the
dormitory.
vii. Emergency Drills
Students must participate in emergency drills organized by the University.
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viii. Mounting Displays
Students must inform the Student Center beforehand if they wish to mount a display in the
dormitory.
x. Maintenance Checks and Repair Work
Upon advance notification, the dormitory management staff may, from time to time, enter
students’ rooms to conduct routine maintenance checks and/or for repair work. Furthermore,
with a view to ensuring that residents enjoy safe and healthy living conditions, a member of the
dormitory management staff, iCLA Administrative Office staff, or Resident Representative team
may request access to a student’s room for the purposes of investigation, if a breach of the
dormitory rules is suspected. In addition, during an emergency, staff members may open doors
without obtaining the permission of residents.
g. Prohibitions and Restrictions
i. Leaving Early
Except under exceptional circumstances, such as a leave of absence due to illness or medical
treatment, students are not permitted to move out of the dormitory during the mandatory
period of stay. Students should consult the Student Center in case they need to request to leave
early.
ii. Entry of a Guest of the Opposite Sex
It is prohibited to let a guest of the opposite sex in your room.
iii. Undesired Noise
When listening to music and other media in the dorm room, students should be very careful not
to cause a nuisance to other residents. If they disturb or cause inconvenience to other students
due to undesired noise, the right to engage in the activity creating the problem will be
immediately removed.
iv. Electrical Appliances
The introduction or use of prohibited electrical appliances in rooms is forbidden.
v. Fireworks and Firearms, etc.
The use of fireworks, firecrackers, imitation handguns, barbecues, incense, and other firearms as
well as gas, charcoal, and candles, is prohibited on the YGU campus.
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vi. Dangerous Articles
Students are prohibited from bringing weapons or items construed as weapons on to the YGU
campus.
vii. Dangerous Behavior
Students are prohibited from engaging in any behavior that puts themselves or others at risk, or
is considered to be dangerous.
viii. Remodeling and Rearrangement of the Room
Remodeling and rearrangement of room without notice are prohibited.
ix. Entry of Outsiders
It is prohibited to let outsiders into the Student Dormitory.
x. Keeping Pets
Students are not permitted to bring animals on to the YGU campus. In addition, under no
circumstances should students feed any animals that are present on the University campus
and/or bring such animals indoors.
xi. Solicitation and Sales
The supply and exchange of money, goods, and services, including requests for donations, is
prohibited in the dormitory.
xii. Smoking
Smoking is banned throughout the dormitory. Smoking is not permitted on campus, except for
in designated smoking areas. Please also note that students under the age of 20 are prohibited
from smoking by law.
xiii. Alcohol
Alcohol is banned throughout the dormitory. Please also note that students under the age of 20
are prohibited from drinking alcohol by law.
xiv. Driving under the Influence of Alcohol
Driving under the influence of alcohol is prohibited by law. YGU also punishes its students
severely for such an offence. Please do not drive under the influence of alcohol. Instead, use a
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proxy driving service or public transportation. In addition, the use of mobile phones while
driving is prohibited.
xv. Drugs
The use, possession, and sale of illegal drugs, such as marijuana, hallucinogens, and stimulants, is
strictly prohibited under the Japanese law. If students are discovered to have engaged in such
behavior, whether on or off the campus, they will face immediate expulsion from the University.
In addition, international exchange students who are subject to punishment under the law will
be deported from the country.
For more information, please see the following link:
http://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/kenkou_iryou/iyakuhin/yakubuturanyou/index.html
(Japanese-language only).
xvi. Political or Religious Activities
Students are prohibited from supporting specific political parties, engaging in opposition
movements against political parties, conducting religious activities for specific religious groups,
or holding meetings related to such activities both in the dormitory and across the YGU
campus.
B. iCLA Student Government and the Dean of Students Office
a. Overview
The purpose of the iCLA Student Government is to function as a critical element in the creation
of a student culture based on:
 Mutual understanding and respect
 Compassion and open-mindedness
 Social responsibility and active engagement
 Creativity and innovation
The iCLA Student Government also serves the purpose of giving students a platform through
which they can communicate and openly discuss opinions and ideas with iCLA/YGU
administration.
b. Types of Representatives
There currently exist two main types of representatives which make up the Student
Government: iCLA Student Officers and Dorm Floor Representatives (FRs).
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iCLA Student Officers:
Comprised of a President, Vice President, and Secretary, iCLA Student Officers are
degree-seeking students elected by the entire iCLA student body. Students in their second
semester and beyond can run for the President and Vice President positions. Students in their first
semester and beyond can run for the Secretary position.
iCLA Student Officers serve one-year terms, leading monthly iCLA Student Government
meetings. Facilitated by the iCLA Dean of Students Office, elections take place every year in late
April. Officers who have already served their term can run for reelection, either for the same
position or a different one. These positions are not compensated.
iCLA Dorm Floor Representatives (FRs):
FRs are representatives elected by the residents of each floor from both the East and West Dorm
Towers. Both degree-seeking and exchange students regardless of their current year of study are
eligible to become FRs.
Floor Representatives serve one-semester terms, participating in weekly Dormitory Life
Committee meetings with the Student Affairs Coordinator and YGU staff in charge of dorm and
facility management. Additionally, one representative from the West Tower and one from the East
Tower will represent the iCLA Dormitory Life Committee during the monthly meetings of the
iCLA Student Government.
Facilitated by the iCLA Dean of Students Office, elections take place twice a year in the third
week of April and September. FRs who have already served their term can run for reelection.
There is no limit to how many times a student can run for the Floor Representative position. FRs
receive a monthly financial compensation in the form of a deduction from their dormitory fees.
A general explanation of Floor Representative duties is outlined below:
1. Community Building:
A.
Serve as a positive role model;
B.
Foster and develop an inclusive community among residents. This necessitates
an awareness of social justice issues and an ability to respond to bias-related incidents;
C.
Assist and encourage floor members to develop a livable, inclusive, and
responsible community through discussions of living guidelines, integration of new students,
study breaks, quiet hours, unit/floor/tower/whole dorm activities, etc.;
D.
Promote and maximize positive resident to resident interaction and iCLA dorm
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resident interaction with the rest of the campus community;
E.
Promote, develop, and implement programs to meet iCLA Residence Life goals.
2. Rule and Policy Enforcement:
A.
Know and enforce Yamanashi Gakuin University and International College of
Liberal Arts on-campus housing and university regulations, and document any student concerns;
B.
Report non-compliance of on-campus housing and university regulations to the
Dormitory Life Committee;
C.
Be vigilant in helping to maintain the safety and general well-being of residents.
3. Resource and Referral:
A.
Communicate information from the Dormitory Life Committee to floor members through
one-on-one interactions, posted messages, community meetings, etc.;
B.
Counsel residents regarding problems or concerns and provide resource and
referral information as appropriate to respective campus and community agencies.
4. Emergency Intervention:
Respond to emergency situations according to the training received, but in no instance respond in
a way which would escalate a situation that could endanger the FR or the resident involved;
5. Staff Meetings:
A.
FRs are required to attend all regularly scheduled Dormitory Life Committee meetings,
as well as any emergency meetings called by the Dormitory Life Committee or the
Student Affairs Coordinator;
B.
The major functions of regular Committee meetings are:

Maintaining communication between students and administrators;

Sharing information;

Providing a space for problem-solving;

Creating additional FR development experiences;

Serving as a support system for the Committee members.
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c. iCLA Student Government Organization Chart
iCLA Student Officers
President
Vice President
Secretary
Degree-seeking student
2nd semester
2nd semester
1st semester
freshman and above
freshman and above
freshman and above
Overview:
 Elected by the entire iCLA student body in late April;
 Serve one-year terms;
 Reelection is possible;
 Lead monthly iCLA Student Government meetings;
 Participate in at least one meeting per semester with the iCLA Dean of Students Office;
 Volunteer positions (unpaid).
iCLA Dorm Floor Representatives (FRs)
East Tower
West Tower
One representative from each floor
One representative from each floor
Overview:
 Each FR is elected by his or her floor-mates
 Elections take place twice a year in the third week of April and September
 Serve one-semester terms
 Reelection is possible
 Participate in weekly Dormitory Life Committee meetings with the Student Affairs Coordinator
and YGU staff in charge of dorm and facility management
 Receive compensation
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iCLA Student Government Meeting
President
Vice President
Secretary
West Tower
FR Representative
East Tower
FR Representative
Note: A student cannot simultaneously hold both a Student Officer and a Floor Representative
position, nor can a student run for both positions during the same election period.
d. iCLA Dean of Students Office
Introduction
The iCLA Dean of Students Office oversees and supports all aspects of student life here at iCLA,
working closely with students, faculty, and staff to create a positive and engaging living-learning
environment. The Office was established to meet the varied needs of all iCLA students by
encouraging academic and personal growth, as well as supporting community-building initiatives.
As advocates for students’ needs, the Dean of Students Office is committed to listening and
responding to student input, and striving to guide them through the challenges they may face
throughout the course of their iCLA experience. The iCLA Dean of Students Office provides the
following services to its students:

Student Academic Support

Student Life Support

Student Counseling
Student Academic Support

Provide advice on time management.

Provide referrals to both on-campus and off-campus resources to support students’
academic and career pursuits.

Communicate with guardians regarding students’ grades and academic performance, and
respond to any questions or concerns that may arise.

Respond to curriculum, course, instructor, staff, and faculty-related grievances.

Respond to cases of academic harassment.
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Student Life Support
Emergency Response and Notification:

The Dean of Students Office recognizes that students may be involved or affected by an
emergency or crisis situation. In order to address these cases, the Office can serve as an
initial point of contact, working to resolve the situation directly or providing timely
referrals to appropriate offices and/or institutions both on- and off-campus.

Assist, in collaboration with the iCLA Administrative Office, in notifying professors of
student hospitalization or other emergency circumstances which would require that the
student take an extended absence from academic participation. In such cases, students
are highly encouraged (as soon as they are able) to immediately notify their guardian(s),
the Dean of Students Office, and the iCLA Administrative Office of their specific
circumstances so that all parties can collaborate in responding effectively to the situation.

Respond to cases of sexual misconduct.
University and Residence Life

Respond to facility and peer-related grievances.

Implement wellness and enrichment programs geared towards educating students on
important issues such as alcohol and other drugs, sexual assault, body image, stress
management, identity, and intercultural communication.

Communicate regularly with student government representatives and the Floor
Representative (FR) Committee in order to improve student life on campus.
International Exchange Assistance:

In collaboration with iCLA faculty, the Office will plan culture, communication, lifestyle,
and safety workshops to assist students who are preparing to do study abroad.

In collaboration with the YGU Student Center, the Office will support international
students in adjusting to life in Japan.
C. Clubs, Volunteering, and University Part-Time Work
a. YGU Student Clubs
Participating in student clubs is one way to make new friends and explore one’s interests. In
addition to attending the Freshman Fair at the beginning of April, iCLA students can learn about
club activities through the FRESCO Book, which is handed out to all new students.
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b. Student Volunteering Opportunities
Below are a list of both YGU which offer student volunteering opportunities. For more
information, please see the YGU Student Center.

Student Association (学生会): The role of the Student Association is to plan and
coordinate events for the student body, and also promote on-campus events such as
blood donations.

Jutokusai School Festival Planning and Operations Executive Committee
(樹徳祭実行委員会): The role of this Executive Committee is to plan the yearly
Jutokusai School Festival which takes place in the fall.

Yearbook Editorial Committee (卒業アルバム編集委員会)

YGU Volunteer Club (YGU ボランティア部)

Deterrent Club (ディターレントクラブ): This club functions as a community safety
patrol.
c. University-related 3art-time :ork
YGU offers its students part-time work opportunities in supporting various university operations
throughout the school year.

Open Campus Staff (オープンキャンパス): Please speak with the YGU Admissions
Center or iCLA Administrative Office for details.

International Student Supporters (留学生サポーター): Please speak with the YGU
International Exchange Center for details.

iCLA Student Supporters (iCLA 学生サポーター): Please speak with the iCLA
Administrative Office for details.
D. iCLA Cafeteria
a. Cafeteria Use for Dorm Residents
As a rule, the iCLA Cafeteria provides 3 meals a day on weekdays during the semester for all
students living in the Student Dormitory. The menu for each month is designed by dietitians
keeping nutritional balance in mind. Please note that special diets such as vegetarian and Halal are
not offered in the Cafeteria. If a dorm resident is feeling unwell and cannot eat the meals provided
in the Cafeteria, he or she should consult with the Cafeteria staff. A cooking studio is also provided
for students’ own use, which is located in the same building as the Cafeteria, but can only be used
outside of the set times for these 3 meals.
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b. Cafeteria Use for Non-Dorm Residents
iCLA students who do not live in the dormitory, along with YGU faculty and staff, may use the
cafeteria on a pay-as-you go basis. In terms of Cooking Studio use, preference is given to iCLA
Dormitory residents. Students who are not iCLA Dormitory residents may use the Cooking Studio
facilities upon invite for events and parties hosted by dorm residents.
c. Meal Plan
As a rule, all iCLA dorm residents must purchase meal plans. Dorm residents who cannot eat the
meals provided in the iCLA cafeteria due to health, moral, or religious reason(s), should contact the
Student Center.
d. Hours of Operation
Hours of Operation
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
8:00–9:00
11:00–13:30
18:00–20:00
The Cafeteria operating hours may vary, depending on circumstances.
The Cafeteria will not provide meals to students who are unable to take meals during the service’s
hours of operation due to their own choices (due to oversleeping, attending a part-time job, etc.).
However, YGU will consider offering meals outside of regular hours in the case of class extensions,
so please contact the iCLA Administrative Office in such a situation.
e. During Long Vacations
As a rule, the iCLA Cafeteria does not provide meals during long vacations.
Golden Week (April 29 –May 5), Summer Break (August 4–August
Cafeteria holidays
31) New Year Break (December 24–January 16), Spring Break
(March 16–March 31)
Holiday periods are subject to change.
f. Precautions
Those using the cafeteria are not permitted to take more than the designated number of main
dishes, side dishes, and desserts.

When giving side dishes, etc. to friends, please exchange the food at the tables rather than
at the counter.

The Cafeteria offers free refills of rice, bread, and soup.

Residents are not permitted to take food or tableware out of the cafeteria.
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E. Emergencies
a. Fires and Earthquakes
Slowly descending machines, fire extinguishers, hydrants, and shutters, etc. are located throughout
the iCLA building complex, both in the Student Dormitory and the academic and administrative
sections of the building. Please prepare for emergencies and disasters in advance by noting the
evacuation route.
Residents should also facilitate the use of the dorm evacuation route by ensuring that personal
belongings are not left in the hallway or in the elevator hall. Any personal belongings left
unattended will be removed for disposal.
b. Sudden Illness, Injuries, and Counseling
If students fall ill or sustain an injury, they should contact the Health and Medical Care Room
(保健管理室). If counseling is required, students should contact the Student Counseling Room
(学生相談室) or the iCLA Counseling Center. If students fall ill or sustain an injury outside regular
YGU/iCLA office hours, or if it is an emergency, they should ask a member of the dormitory
management staff, a Resident Representative, or another responsible individual to call an
ambulance so that they can undergo treatment at an emergency hospital. However, students must
not use the ambulance service in place of a taxi to get to some destination.
In case of an emergency, students are advised to carry their health insurance cards and enough
money to cover the cost of medical treatment and transport at all times.
c. Theft and Loss
YGU assumes no responsibility for theft or loss on the University campus. However, any students
who are the victims of theft should report the issue to the iCLA Administrative Office or the
Student Dormitory Building Manager’s Room. Students should take particular care when managing
valuables, student IDs, room keys, and security cards. Students should lock their doors every time
they leave their room.
If students lose their room keys and/or security cards, the Student Center should be contacted
immediately to complete the replacement procedure. Please note that individual students are not
permitted to duplicate room keys or sublease rooms.
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d. Emergency Contacts
Destination
1)
Telephone number
iCLA Administrative Office (iCLA 事務室)
Internal (1350)
External (055-224-1350)
2)
3)
Student Dormitory Building Manager’s Room
Internal (1722)
(学生寮管理室)
External (055-224-1722)
Student Dormitory Building Manager’s
080-2582-3804
Cell Phone (学生寮管理人
4)
携帯電話)
Internal (1240)
Student Center (学生センター)
External (055-224-1240)
5)
Internal (1490)
Information Booth (守衛室)
External (055-224-1490)
6)
Police（警察署）
110 (0110)
7)
Fire/ambulance（消防署・救急車）
119 (0119)
Note: Students should use their own cell or internet phones when making external calls to
people off-campus.
F. Health Care
a. Health and Medical Care Room
The Health and Medical Care Room (保健管理室; Tel: 055-224-1241) is located on the second
floor of the Campus Center. Public health nurses are available to administer temporary treatment
for illnesses and injuries. If the injury or illness cannot be dealt with by the Health and Medical Care
Room, the staff will introduce the student to a hospital or clinic. It is easy to experience mental or
physical stress and/or fatigue while getting used to a new environment at university or living away
from one’s parents in the dormitory. If students feel unwell, they are free to talk to the staff at the
Room. Consultations are available from 9am to 6pm on weekdays.
b. Student Counseling Room
The Student Counseling Room (学生相談室; tel: 055-224-1242) is located on the third floor of the
Campus Center. The counselors there help students to resolve or eliminate various mental worries,
anxieties, and conflicts, and endeavor to provide open advice regarding all such issues, whether
minor or serious.
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In addition, the Student Counseling Room offers consultations to the families and friends of YGU
students as well as to faculty members. Please be assured that the members of staff at the Student
Counseling Room respect the privacy of these consultations. The member of staff with whom a
student meets may request support from, or introduce him or her to, an appropriate
individual/institution that can help depending on the nature of the consultation.
Reservations are necessary. Reservations can be made by informing the Student Counseling Room
of your preferred consultation date and time, or by visiting the Room in person. Consultations are
available from 9am to 6pm on weekdays.
c. iCLA Counseling Center
University life can be an exciting time, but it can also be challenging and stressful. Students are
faced with academic pressure, as well as pressure from family and friends. The iCLA Student
Counseling Center (SCC) offers students the opportunity to talk about these challenges and to
change the way they think, feel, and act so that they can make the most of their time at iCLA.
The iCLA Student Counseling Center sessions are conducted exclusively in English and are open to
non-Japanese-speaking students. Students who speak Japanese natively may use similar services at
the YGU Student Counseling Room located on the third floor of the Campus Center.
d. Importing Medicine into Japan
International students who are planning on bringing either prescription or over-the-counter
medicine into Japan from abroad should be aware that the importation of medicines from overseas
is subject to control by the Pharmaceutical Affairs Law and the Customs Law. Before importing
medical products or devices into Japan, students should first study the procedures outlined in the
Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare website:
Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare:
http://www.mhlw.go.jp/english/policy/health-medical/pharmaceuticals/01.html
According to the Narcotic Control Department of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare,
“Any person who intends to enter Japan carrying narcotics (example: morphine, codeine,
oxycodone, pethidine, hydrocodone) for his / her own medical use is required to obtain an advance
permission from the Director-General of one of the eight Regional Bureaus of Health and Welfare,
JAPAN based on the "Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Law." Narcotics cannot be imported /
exported for treatment of the addiction.” See the link below for more information:
Narcotic Control Department of the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare:
http://www.nco.go.jp/dl_data/keitai/keitai_guideh26.pdf
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e. List of Hospitals and Medical Institutions
Yamanashi Kosei Hospital (school physician/general hospital) (山梨厚生病院)
0553-23-1311
860 Ochiai, Yamanashi City
Sugita Clinic (internal medicine) (杉田医院)
055-233-5251
1-11-14 Zenkoji, Kofu City
Ozawa Surgery and Internal Medicine Clinic (surgery/internal medicine)
(小沢外科内科医院)
055-233-7037
Kofu Neurosurgical Hospital (neurosurgery/dentistry) (甲府脳神経外科病院)
055-235-0095
1-16-18 Sakaori, Kofu City
Hinohara Orthopedic Surgery Pain Clinic (orthopedics)
(ひのはら整形外科ペインクリニック)
055-236-2277
2-6-22 Satoyoshi, Kofu City
Mizukoshi ENT Clinic (ENT) (みずこし耳鼻咽喉科クリニック)
055-269-8714
621-1 Wadomachi, Kofu City
Shimizu Clinic (gynecology) (清水クリニック)
055-221-0341
450-5 Mukomachi, Kofu City
Kashiwagi Ophthalmology Clinic (ophthalmology) (柏木眼科クリニック)
055-227-7550
5-10-14 Joto, Kofu City
YAC Osteopathic Clinic (osteopathy) (ヤック鍼灸整骨院)
2-4-5 Sakaori, Kofu City (within the University)
055-236-5766
Fujitani Dental Clinic (dentist) (ふじたに歯科医院)
055-220-1117
287-2 Kudamacho, Kofu City
Nasu Dental Office (dentist) (なす歯科)
055-225-6620
Nishioka Internal Medicine Clinic RA (internal medicine)
(にしおか内科クリニックＲＡ)
055-222-2365
679 Wadomachi, Kofu City
Shibagaki Dermatology Clinic (dermatology) (柴垣皮フ科)
1159-10 Sunadacho, Kofu City
055-288-1112
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Students who feel unwell during a public holiday or on a weekend, should contact or visit:
Emergency Medical Center (Kofu City) (救急医療センター)
055-226-3399
14-6 Saiwaicho, Kofu City
Yamanashi Prefecture Emergency Medical Information Center
(山梨県救急医療情報センター)
055-224-4199
1-4-16 Takara, Kofu City
Yamanashi Oral Health Center (山梨口腔保健センター)
055-252-9955
2-1-33 Yakata, Kofu City
Note: Students should use their own cell or internet phones when making external calls to people
off-campus.
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4. Resources
A. General Information
University Offices and Office Hours
Name
Location
iCLA Administrative Office
iCLA Complex 1F
Office of Academic Affairs
New No. 9 Building 1F
Student Information & Support
Campus Center 1F
Office of Student Center
Health and Medical Care
Campus Center 2F
Office Hours*
9:00–18:00
Student Counseling
Campus Center 3F
Career Development Center
New No. 7 Building 1F
International Exchange Center
Campus Center 3F
9:00–17:00
Language Acquisition Center (LAC)
iCLA Complex 1F & 2F
9:00–16:45
General Library
No. 33 Building
9:00–20:00 (Saturday 9:00–16:30)
IT Lounge and Library (Seeds)
Campus Center 4F
9:00–18:00
**Office
services are not available on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. However, the Central
Library will be open on Saturdays. During the semesters OR During the lecture periods, office
hours may be changed.
B. iCLA Resources
a. iCLA Dean of Students Office
The iCLA Dean of Students (DOS) Office recognizes the unique nature of iCLA’s student
population and, with the mission to serve its interests, provides academic and life guidance and
support throughout each and every student’s college and years and beyond. It also serves as their
representative in interacting with the iCLA and YGU management.
The DOS Office represents the main contact for the Student Government, as well as for individual
students. The Office is formed of a Dean, an Associate Dean, and three support administrative
staff: the iCLA Student Affairs Coordinator, the iCLA Exchange and Study Abroad Coordinator,
and the iCLA International Student Coordinator.
The DOS also manages the iCLA Student Counseling Center, and works closely with the iCLA
student counselor who provides counseling assistance to the international students, as well as to the
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YGU student counselor (located in the YGU Student Center building), who provides counseling
assistance to Japanese students.
b. iCLA Administrative Office
The iCLA Administrative Office is tasked with providing support to the iCLA students and faculty
members, ensure the smooth functioning of all educational activities throughout the year, create a
safe learning environment for the iCLA students by overseeing the overall functioning of the
college facilities, bridge college and university operations, and function as a pillar of international
academic life for the entire Yamanashi Gakuin University campus.
The officers who are currently part of the iCLA Administrative Office serve the following main six
functions: Student Affairs coordinator (Hayato Sekido), Residence Hall manager (Niku Sissonen),
Exchange and Study Abroad coordinator (Yuko Fedak), and Finance and Registrar’s coordinator
(Hitomi Amemiya), Student Recruitment coordinator (Fukuko Hosaka), and Faculty Affairs
coordinator (Ayako Kobayashi). The Student Affairs coordinator, and the Exchange and Study
Abroad coordinator are also members of the iCLA Dean of Students Office, providing support for
students. Through them, iCLA students receive support and guidance in navigating their daily lives
while at iCLA.
C. YGU Resources
a. Library and Information Services
i. Libraries and Computer Labs
YGU General Library
All YGU students, including iCLA students are free to use the library and borrow books with
their ID cards. The library is also open for self-study. In addition to Japanese books, journals,
magazines and newspapers, the library also houses an iCLA collection with over 30,000 English
titles. Please ask Library staff for assistance in case needed.
Library website: http://www.ygu.ac.jp/lib/
SEEDS Information Library
At SEEDS students can use normal PCs and special workstations for video editing and graphics
design. See the next section “C. Computer Labs” for login instructions. For access to the
workstations, consult the desk staff. You may bring your portable computer to SEEDS for
computer assistance.
They also lend digital cameras, video cameras, laptops and other AV equipment for student
use, for a period of one week in principle. SEEDS website: http://www.ygu.ac.jp/seeds/ .
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Click the CALENDAR link for opening hours. For a full illustrated list of equipment available,
see section “AV 貸出サービス” (AV equipment list) on the top menu.
Computer labs on campus
Although the iCLA building does not have computer labs except the language learning
computers at LAC, there are several computer labs available on campus in addition to SEEDS.
These labs are equipped with Windows PCs. scanners and laser printers.
Your login username to the PCs is the part of your YGU email address before the @-sign
(u + your student number) and your password is your YGU email password. In addition to
internet, you have access to basic Office software. Note that you cannot install any software or
save any files on the local hard drive. Save any files to either a USB drive or an online storage
service such as OneDrive or Google Drive. You also have access to a limited space of 100
megabytes through a network User Folder (ユーザーフォルダー) visible on the desktop.
Always remember to shut down or log out from the campus computer you accessed!
Lecture Building No. 40（one that reads 経営情報学部）, located next to the Campus Center,
has the following computer labs available to all YGU students: 208, 301, 302, 305 and 306.
Access to the labs is subject to YGU class schedules.
ii. Information Services
Digital Resources and Online Databases
The YGU General Library is subscribed to the JSTOR database, a digital library of academic
journals, books, and primary sources. JSTOR is available for usage only within Library
premises for now.
iCLA Learning Management System (Edvance)
iCLA is using a Learning Management System (LMS) as a tool for sharing educational
materials in a closed environment. The LMS may also be used for many classroom tasks
including attendance tracking, quizzes, and handing out assignments, depending on the
instructor. Course evaluations are also conducted on the LMS.
The LMS also acts as a messaging platform through which iCLA students, faculty, and staff
can communicate with each other. Important announcements to the whole student body
regarding classes, registration, academic guidance and other matters are sent through the LMS
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by the iCLA Administrative Office and Dean of Students Office, therefore it is important that
students regularly check the LMS for received messages. Orientations on LMS usage will be
held for all new students at the start of each semester, during which they will be provided with
usernames and initial passwords.
Access URL: https://edvance360.com/yguiclajp/
University Email
YGU provides each student with a Gmail-based email account, subject to Gmail usage
regulations and space limitations. All regular students must check their YGU email accounts
at least once a day during the orientation and classes, as all course-related information and
important announcements are communicated mainly by email.
Exchange students will also be supplied YGU accounts, and using a YGU account is optional.
Although exchange students may use their home institution accounts and will be expected to
do so, the obligation of checking email every day applies to exchange students as well.
Your email address is u[your student number]@pop.ygu.ac.jp.
You may access your email account as follows (note that this is subject to change):
Access URL: https://gmail.ygu.ac.jp/a/pop.ygu.ac.jp
Your email login details are formed as follows:
Username: u + your student number on your student ID card (for example, if your number is
123456, your username is u123456).
Password: NTPW + MMDD of your birthday, with two digits for both month and day. In
case of numbers less than 10, you need to substitute the missing digit with a zero.
For example, if your birthday is on May 11th, your password is NTPW0511.
You are strongly encouraged to change your password immediately after arrival at YGU, as the
same password is used in the online course registration system, computer lab login and the
wireless network. You may change your initial password at one of the YGU computer labs
(including SEEDS) as follows:
1.
Log in using your email username and password.
2.
After logging in, press Ctrl + Alt + Delete on the keyboard.
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3.
Click “パスワードの変更” (Change Password).
4.
Input your current password into the “古いパスワード” (Old Password) box.
5.
Input your new password in the “新しいパスワード”(New Password) box
and again to the “新しいパスワード確認入力” (Re-enter new password)
box.
6.
Click OK.
Internet Access (YGU Spot)
Students can have access to the YGU wireless network ‘ygu-spot’. The network is accessible
from any W-LAN capable device and requires a login username and password. These are the
same as your YGU email username and password.
Student Printing and Copying
In addition to the printers and copiers in the General Library and the YGU IT Lounge and
Library (Seeds), a printer and copier are available for student use in the 2F study areas located
near the iCLA East Tower elevator. The copiers in both locations are coin-operated. The
copier at the iCLA study area is also able to scan documents to a USB flash drive free of
charge. The printer in the iCLA study area is usable by USB connection to your laptop and
requires a driver. Instructions to install this driver are available on Edvance360 in the following
location:
Communities -> Academic Calendar -> Resources -> Student IT Manuals -> How to use
iCLA Quiet Study Space Printer (MacOS/Windows).
Students should note that the iCLA Administrative Office will not will print out files or make
photocopies for students.
Student Computer Assistance
Students who need help using Edvance (iCLA’s current Learning Management System) can
request assistance at the iCLA Administrative Office. All other computer-related assistance
should be directed towards the YGU IT Lounge and Library (Seeds) which is located on the
4F of the Campus Center Building.
Computing and Network Policies
When using the computer labs and the wireless network on campus, you must abide by the
following policies. Note that YGU monitors its networks and computers through usage logs,
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which may be used to investigate any breaches of the policies below. Severe breaches to the
policies below may lead to termination of usage rights to the network, criminal prosecution or
liability to compensation for any damages incurred.
 Do not download or upload any copyrighted files and content without permission.
(Edvance360 may be used to download and upload copyrighted material for educational
purposes.)
 Do not illegally duplicate music CDs, DVD-Video, game software or any other
copyrighted content without permission.
 Do not duplicate software without permission or install proprietary software without a
proper license.
 You may not hack into other people’s computer, email and other accounts.
 Using the networks for plagiarism or destructive or fraudulent use of data is strictly
prohibited.
 Passwords and personal data should not be disclosed to others. It is strictly forbidden to
provide or disseminate to third parties others’ personal information without permission.
 You may not steal somebody else’s identity.
 When using social media, blogs, online forums and other services, be sure to abide by the
rules of each social network. Do not take part in hate speech, libel or other offensive or
antisocial way of using social networks.
Please also note that for the purpose of securing sufficient capacity and security of the
networks for educational use, only HTTP and HTTPS protocols are allowed. This means that
you cannot use the university networks to access services such as POP/SMTP email, online
gaming software (such as Steam) or FTP. As YGU networks were initially designed for a
non-residential campus, only services that are commonly used for educational purposes are
allowed at the moment. The scope of YGU networks includes iCLA and its dormitories, and
no separate internet service is available in the dormitories at the moment. Although this will
cause inconvenience to some students, please understand this issue as YGU currently has no
resources to provide a separate network for entertainment use in the iCLA dormitories. iCLA
may be able to provide internet access for entertainment use in the future.
Unrestricted internet access is available off campus in internet cafes. Some Japanese residents
in the dormitories may have access to mobile Internet services.
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iii. How to Use My Library
INTRODUCTIION TO MY LIBR
RARY
My Libraryy within the
e OPAC librrary search
h system provides a set
s of persoonalized fu
unctions for
each stude
ent. Accesss can be made from
m any com
mputer connected to the Intern
net. Please
e
familiarize yourself with
w these convenientt functionss.
1) Annou
uncementt and Messsage
Read announcem
ments from the library
y.
2) New arrivals
a
Find infformation on newly aarrived materials
which include key
ywords andd other con
nditions sett
in ’Cond
ditions of new
n
arriva ls’ menu.
3) Materiials underr request
Shows status of materials
m
w
which the user
u
has
requestted to rese
erve (see thhe flipside of this
handou
ut).
4) Materiials on loa
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Shows materials currently
c
oon loan, an
nd allows
renewa
als once pe
er loan.
5) My folder
Shows saved search resultss.
--- There are
a severa l ways to lo
og in.
1
1) From the link in th
he left-top of OPAC se
earch screen.
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2) From the link in th
he bottom of YGU library top pa
age saying :
マイライブ
ブラリはこちら
Us
ser ID
Sttudent ID
D (number only, no le
etters)
Pa
assword
liib and your
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birth
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month an
nd day in four digits)
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Ex
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pril 1st → llib0401
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word can be chan
nged in
Op
peration Menu.
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ONLIN
NE RENEW
WALS
A single ite
em can be renewed only
o
one. O
Overdue items and ittems reservved by oth
hers cannot
be renewe
ed.
1) Open My Library
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View Detailss’ under
Materials on loan
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2) Check
k items that you wishh to renew
3) Click ‘Renew’
Don’t forg
get to log out!
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RESER
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ATERIALS
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During OP
PAC search,, it is possiible to reseerve items that are currently onn loan.
1) During a search, items on lo
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on’ and havve a ‘Reserve button.
Click th
his button.
2) If you are not alrready loggeed in, input your user
ID and pa
assword.
3) In the Memo field
d, type youur contact details if
you want to receive
e a notificattion of item
m arrival.
4) Click ‘C
Confirmatio
on window’’, confirm the
t content
and click ‘Fix the req
quest’ to suubmit the reservation
n
request.
Note: You
u will be no
otified upoon arrival of the
materials. Materials will be keept for one week.
Don’t forg
get to log out!
o
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Scroll down until
you find
'Location'
2) Notice the set of links saying 'Refine your search' on the left.
Scroll down to find the category 'Location' and select 2F Open shelves.
1) After switching the system to English from the top right corner, enter a keyword to the search box.
Check availability from 'Status'
4) Check availability of the item from 'Status'. If available, jot down 'Call mark' and find the item in shelves.
4) After selecting a location, the search results contain only books in the designated location.
Select a title and Search Result in Detail screen. See location of the book in the column Call mark.
ＯＰＡＣ Search Manual
iv. OPAC Search Guide
v. Seeds User Guide
Seeds Directories & User Guide
【Web: Green Tab [About Seeds] -> User Guide】
The simplest way to understand this facility is to consider it as a computer lab with a couple of
What you can do at Seeds
extra functions that will be explained in detail later. You are welcome to utilize Seeds not only for
studying, but also for your personal interests, job search, and research for your projects.
This place is open to the public as well, so please be respectful of other users.
Days and hours of operation: Mon - Fri 9:00 - 18:00 (when YGU semester classes are in session)
About Seeds
9:00 - 17:00 (during the breaks)
Closed: W eekends and Holidays (Open when classes are scheduled)
Hours
* iCLA has a slightly different semester schedule from other departments, so please check the
Seeds Calendar if you are unsure about the open hours.
* Unexpected changes in operation hours can be seen on the YGU Seeds Twitter feed.
140 PCs are av ailable at Seeds
All PCs will giv e you access to W ord, Excel, Powerpoint, and the Internet.
About Computers
They are equipped with a UBS flash-memory outlet.
For some high-spec computers, we ask users to register at the conter first. This will be explained
later in detail.
All PCs at Seeds are connected to the printers.
Printing at Seeds is free of charge (howev er, please apply your common sense and be
considerate of other users)
About Printers
Av ailable sizes are: A3-A4 & B4-B5
Default settings for the printers are double-sided, B&W
* For single-sided printing, please change the printer setting before you print out.
* For colour printing, please register at the counter first
What you can do at
Seeds
There are many booths av ailable depending on what you wish to do
Open Room
Silent Study Area
Open space - no registration required for Open Room use (Regular PCs and Printers)
Designated study area. Please register before you use and remain quiet in this area.
You will hav e a PC in a cubicle.
PC Lab
Seminar Room &
Meeting Room
Used for smaller classes or seminars;
You are welcome to use the PC Lab when it is not being used for classes
Rooms used for group work/meetings for up to about 10 people.
Please register at the counter first.
A small room with 2 high-spec PCs (Ilustrator and Photoshop are av ailable).
Serv er Room
You can edit/create mov ies and other digital materials in this lab.
Register first at the counter.
This room is equipped with high-spec PCs (Ilustrator and Photoshop are av ailable) and AV media.
You can use the Lab for editing mov ies, sound files, and higher-resolution graphics.
All the equipment at the Seeds Multi-madia Lab are equiv alent to the technology used at the
Multi-media Lab
well-known Studio Ghibli and the Ev angelion animation projects.
There are 2 large-format printers you can use to print out up to A1/B0 x 18 m long projects.
Here you can take adv antage of a great opportunity to experiment with high-grade professional
media technology. Operation assistance is av ailable upon request. Registration is required.
Other
Services
You can check-out digital cameras, v ideo cameras, and laptop computers for a week.
AV Hardware for Check-out
(Limited to one item/week/person)
You need a student ID for check-out. Check-out is not limited for educational purposes.
Av ailability may v ary and it is recommended to reserv e in adv ance.
In this area you can enjoy watching DVDs (in-house only).
DVD Browsing Corner
Select an empty DVD case from the shelv ing units and bring it to the counter.
A student ID is required.
You will find some MOS textbooks and trav el magazines (for check-out) here.
Mini Library
The books/magazines with bar-codes are av ailable for check-out. Others are for in-house
browsing only.
Enjoy the sample videos created at Seeds!
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b. Language Acquisition Center (LAC)
The Language Acquisition Center (hereinafter referred to as “LAC”) is a facility available for all
students studying foreign languages. The center offers a variety of useful materials for the learning
of foreign languages and provides learning counseling from dedicated language learning advisors.
Facility
Location
West Tower 1F・2F
Open Days
Monday to Friday
Open Hours
9:00 to 16:45
1F
Multi-Purpose Rooms (3 rooms)
Language Exchange Lounge
Reading Center
2F
Language Media Center
Computers for Foreign Language Learning (20 units)
Practice Booths (4 rooms)
Materials Arrangement
Available Resources
Audiobooks
Listening
DVDs (Movies, documentaries, etc.)
Listening Materials CDs
Graded Readers
Reading
Novels/Non-Fiction
Audiobooks
Speaking
Computer Learning Software
Reading/Speaking Materials
Writing
Writing Learning Materials
Exam Preparation
TOEFL、TOEIC、Eiken、IELTS study materials
i. Users
EAE Students
EAE students attend four compulsory sessions (75 minutes each) per week of self-study
learning at the LAC. They choose learning materials after receiving advice from a language
learning advisor and proceed with the studies that best suit their profile. In addition, apart
from self-study learning, there are cases in which homework, assignments, discussions, etc.
for EAE classes using LAC materials are requested (for more details, please refer to
“3. EAE Self-Study Learning”).
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Non-EAE Students (including non-iCLA students) and YGU Faculty & Staff Members
During the center’s hours of operation, use of the facilities for language learning is free
and, by appointment, counseling with a language learning advisor is possible. However,
please note that since EAE students are prioritized at the LAC, use of the facilities is
unavailable during the time period reserved for EAE self-study learning. Please refer to
the self-study learning schedule posted at the center’s entrance. When using the center,
please show your student ID card (or staff ID) at the 2F Counter.
EAE Self-Study Learning (Component LAC)
All EAE students are required to take four sessions (75 minutes each) per week of self-study
learning during the established time periods for each class, using the LAC materials. After
receiving counseling from a language learning advisor, students create a medium/long-term
learning plan, choose learning materials, and register the results of the day’s studies,
impressions, etc. in the “learning log.” Upon arrival at the facilities four times per week,
students must register entry and exit times on their time cards at the 2F counter and take
their portfolios (material in which the learning log is filed). Please note that, since the
learning log is an important resource when receiving counseling from the language learning
advisor, students should be detailed when logging their experiences.
Additionally, learning counseling sessions scheduled with the language learning advisor are
compulsory for EAE students. Counseling sessions may take place in either individual or
group format. A schedule that allows students to attend one of these sessions on a weekly
basis is prepared. During these counseling sessions, advisors discuss learning issues and
corresponding learning methods with the students. Since these sessions are extremely
important for the subsequent preparation of a learning schedule, students are expected
to engage in such sessions seriously.
ii. Summary of Facilities
1F Seminar Rooms (3 rooms)
Rooms where group discussions, the use of DVDs, and both image and music editing can
be performed. The use of these rooms is by appointment only.
1F Language Exchange Center
A space for conversational activities such as English learning games and conversation
practice with faculty.
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2F Reading Center
A space where reading materials, such as graded readers, and chairs appropriate for study
are provided. The materials cannot be taken outside of this space or borrowed.
2F Language Media Center
A space for language study (using DVDs and CDs) as well as pronunciation and speaking
training (through learning software). Also available are learning booths which provide an
environment where focused study can take place without issues of external noise.
iii. Facilities and Materials Use Request
Please be sure to show your student ID and sign up at the counter on the 2nd floor in order
to use not only LAC resources but also its facilities. You will receive a specific user card
below after you sign up depending on which facility you sign up to use.
1F Seminar Room
Fill in the use request form at the 2F Counter and take the
key. Computer peripherals may be borrowed when the use
request form is submitted.
Audiobooks
(CDs）
Fill in the use request form at the 2F Counter and take the
disc(s) and portable CD player.
Fill in the use request form at the 2F Counter and
exchange the case for the discs.
There is no need for request forms. Use the computers
Computers
freely. Ask the staff regarding how to use the learning
software.
*At the LAC, except for special cases such as class assignments, the lending of learning materials
DVD/Others,
CDs
is not allowed.
iv. Events and Workshops Promoted by the LAC
The LAC is scheduled to regularly host various events and workshops related to language
learning and foreign culture learning. During the 2016 academic year, events such as Donut
Diner (English conversation activity) and various seminars and workshops are planned.
Details will be announced on the LAC notice board and via the LAC blog:
(http://blog.ygu.ac.jp/seminar/lac/blog/index.html).
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c. Student Center
YGU Student Center, located on the 2nd floor of the Campus Center, handles all matters related
to student life: dormitory management, coordination of student clubs and associations, student
discounts and acting as a point of contact in case of severe student troubles. The YGU Student
Counseling Center functions under Student Center and gives counseling services to students in
Japanese. Student Center manages the facility aspect of iCLA dormitories and the iCLA cafeteria,
but student life at iCLA is supported by iCLA Dean of Students.
d. International Exchange Center
International Exchange Center provides services, such as visa application, scholarship management,
everyday life support and event arrangement to non-iCLA YGU international students.
International Exchange Center maintains and coordinates international exchange agreements with
non-iCLA partner universities. All YGU students, including iCLA students, may and are encouraged
to take part in IEC events.
e. YGU Intercultural Center
The mission of the YGU Intercultural Center (ICC) is to be a welcoming space on campus where
students can learn about cultures, customs, and all kinds of differences which constitute various
aspects of individual identity. Here, identities and differences are respected and celebrated. It is a
place to engage in dialogue, critical thinking, academic success and personal growth and where
outstanding professionals and internationally-minded people are nurtured. The ICC invites outside
speakers, holds workshops and movie showings, and initiates cultural exchanges. Through these
diverse extra-curricular activities, the ICC strives to help individuals sharpen their learning, grow as
professionals, and heighten their knowledge and awareness of modern society. The ICC is located
in Building 9 on the second floor.”
f. Office of Academic Affairs (Kyomuka)
The Office of Academic Affairs keeps and processes student records such as grade results, arranges
orientations, decides on Academic Calendar dates, compiles timetables for each semester and issues
degrees and certificates (such as transcripts and certificates of enrollment) to students.
g. Career Development Center
The YGU Career Center offers information and advice for the rigorous job hunting process in
Japan to YGU students. In addition to resume-building and interview advice, the Career Center
helps with exams required for some career paths in Japan, such as the Japanese public servant
examination. Career Center also acts as a facilitator between YGU alumni and current YGU
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students hunting for jobs. As Career Center renders services in Japanese only, career services for
iCLA will be established.
h. College Sports Center
College Sports Center manages all the numerous sports facilities at Yamanashi Gakuin and
coordinates Yamanashi Gakuin athletic clubs and student participation in athletic competitions.
iCLA students can use the College Sports Center Training Room, however prior to use they must
attend a short Training Room New User Orientation and pay the user fee. Inquiries about using the
athletics facilities should be directed to the YGU Student Center.
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5. iCLA Offices and Academic Facilities
A. Introduction
iCLA degree-seeking students and short-term exchange students live and study side-by-side in
global dormitories and brand new state-of-the-art classrooms which were designed by the
celebrated architect, Mr. Toyo Ito, and completed in March 2015. The iCLA Administrative Office
is located on the first floor of the building, next to the main entrance. Faculty offices can be found
in both the first and second floors.
In addition to classrooms, there are a number of common areas within the iCLA campus building
where students can gather, study, and socialize. Because this is an academic space shared by
students, faculty, and staff alike, everyone is expected to do their part in keeping the facilities clean
and in good condition.
Open hours and guidelines for using academic spaces are outlined below. Details on using the
Cooking Studio are located on page 69.
B. Classrooms
As a general rule, all classrooms are locked at the end of the day after the completion of the last
period class at 6:15 PM. However, for the purposes of study groups and other academic activities,
students are able to sign up to use a classroom after-hours and weekends provided that they obtain
permission from the iCLA Administrative Office and sign a Waiver for Classroom Usage form.
The general rules for classroom usage after-hours and weekends are as follows:
1.
The classroom will be used only between 8:00 am and 9:00 pm.
2.
Students will keep the classroom and all equipment in good condition.
3.
The classroom should only be used for the purpose of study and watching educational
media.
4.
No sports practice, dance rehearsals, parties, or other non-academic uses are allowed.
5.
Only those students who sign the Waiver for Classroom Usage form are allowed to enter
the classroom afterhours.
6.
Pets and other animals are not allowed.
7.
Food and drinks are not allowed.
8.
Before leaving the room, students must pick up all trash, turn off all equipment and
lights, and return all chairs, tables, and equipment to their original places. If the
whiteboard is used, it should also be erased.
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9.
A student who violates any of the above-stated rules may not only be financially liable
but also lose after-hours classroom use privileges.
C. Self-Study Area, Quiet Space, and Lounges
The 2F self-study area, quiet space, and lounges are accessible to students even afterhours. Students
are advised to be mindful of their noise level in these areas, especially when classes are in session
and/or students or faculty members in the nearby offices are studying, doing research or having
meetings. Students using the common areas are strongly encouraged to be mindful of the others’
presence and maintain an attitude and comportment appropriate for an educational institution,
even when they are themselves not attending a class or studying. Food and drinks are prohibited in
the 2F self-study area and quiet space.
D. Third Floor Japan Studies Rooms: Dojo and Tea Room
These rooms are only available for class use and faculty-sponsored activities and events.
E. Music Room
Outside of class time, the iCLA Music Room is generally locked. However, for the purposes of
musical practice, students are able to sign up to use the music room provided that they obtain
permission and sign a Waiver for Music Room Usage form. Upon receiving permission and given
that the Waiver is signed, students may sign out the Music Room key.
The general rules for classroom usage after-hours and weekends are as follows:
1.
The Music Room will be used only between 8:00 am and 9:00 pm.
2.
Students will keep the Music Room and all instruments and equipment in good
condition.
3.
The Music Room should only be used for the purpose of musical practice. No sports
practice, dance rehearsals, parties, or other uses are allowed.
4.
Only students who sign the Waiver for Music Room Usage form are allowed to enter
the Music Room outside of class time.
5.
Pets and other animals are not allowed.
6.
Food and drinks are not allowed.
7.
Before leaving the Music Room, students must pick up all trash, turn off all equipment
and lights, and return all chairs, tables, and equipment to their original places. If the
whiteboard is used, it should also be erased.
8.
Students who violate any of the above-stated rules will not only be financially liable but
also lose Music Room use privileges.
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9.
Any student who signs out the Music Room key is fully responsible for the custody of
the key. In case that the student loses the key, he or she must bear full legal and financial
responsibility for the damages incurred as a result.
F. North and South Balconies
Open Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:15 PM.
G. Third Floor Rooftop Garden
In order to use the iCLA 3rd Floor Rooftop Garden, all students, faculty, and staff must exercise
common sense and adhere to the following rules.
1.
Hours of usage: 9:00 - 18:00, Monday to Friday when the iCLA Administrative Office
is open.
2.
The two Japan Studies classrooms on this floor (the dojo and tea room) are only available
for class use and faculty-sponsored activities.
3.
Student groups who wish to use the Rooftop Garden for an event or activity must first
obtain permission and sign a waiver form which is available at the iCLA Administrative
Office.
4.
Groups of no more than 15 people may use the Rooftop Garden at one time.
5.
Student groups using the rooftop area are under responsibility of the student or students
who sign the Waiver for iCLA 3F Garden Usage. In case trouble and/or damage should
occur, the students involved, including the ones who originally signed the Waiver, will
have a meeting with iCLA staff to explain and settle the issue.
6.
Although the garden is an outdoor area, it is part of the iCLA building. Therefore,
no smoking or alcoholic drinks are allowed under any circumstances.
7.
Foods and non-alcoholic drinks may be enjoyed on the wooden veranda only under prior
permission and under the condition that all garbage will be disposed of properly. Take
care not to spill food or drinks. In the case of permanent damage to the wooden floor,
repair costs will be charged to the person who caused the damage.
8.
The use of all kinds of fire, including fireworks, firecrackers, imitation handguns,
barbecue, and incense, as well as gas, charcoal, and candles, is prohibited in all areas
of the YGU campus, including iCLA building rooftop.
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9.
Do not throw any objects at or otherwise make any contact with the high voltage power
line spanning across the building.
10. Avoid talking or playing music at volumes which might disturb the neighborhood.
11. Take care not to damage the grass. Walking on the grass is permitted, but running and
other activities that may damage the grass are forbidden.
12. Do not touch any plants or equipment in the garden. Damages will lead to repair costs
charged to the person responsible. Be especially aware of the automatic sprinklers in the
garden.
13. Rooftop use is, in principle, restricted only to iCLA and YGU students, faculty, and staff.
All other individuals are permitted only under permission from iCLA Admin Office.
14. Behave like you are in a public area. Do not engage in any activities that are not allowed
in public under Japanese law.
15. Do not engage in any dangerous activities.
16. The fire stairs from the roof to the second floor balcony may be used only in case of
an emergency.
17. Any student or students who violate any of the above-stated rules will lose Rooftop
Garden access privileges.
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アートスタジオ
Art Studio
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WC
Dormitory
Entrance Hall
WC
LAC - Language
Exchange Lounge
iCLA事務室
Administrative
Office
事務長室
Executive Director
of Administration s
Office
中庭
Courtyard
階段
就職相談・留学相談室
Career Design /
Study Abroad Office
教室106
C106
教室102
C102
教室101
C101
Cafeteria
Cooking Studio
教室104
C104
教室103
C103
研究室110
F110
研究室109
F109
WC
WC
Dormitory
Entrance Hall
非常勤講師控室
Adjunct Faculty Office
研究室107
F107
研究室108
F108
研究室106
F106
研究室105
F105
研究室104
F104
教室105
C105
中庭
Courtyard
研究室103
F103
研究室102
F102
研究室101
F101
学部長室
Dean s Office
カンファレンスルーム
Conference Room
1F
管理室
Building Superintendent s
Room
ミュージック準備室
Music Prep Room
ミュージックスタジオ
Music Studio
H. iCLA Offices and Academic Facilities Maps
87 号館（国際リベラルアーツ学部棟）
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LAC - Reading Center
LAC - Language
Media Center
研究室203
F203
アートスタジオ
Art Studio
アート準備室
Art Studio
Prep Room
研究室201
F201
研究室202
F202
研究室205
F205
研究室204
F204
教室207
C207
教室205
C205
中庭上部
テラス
Terrace
教室208
C208
教室206
C206
教室202
C202
レクチャー・シアター
Lecture Theater
中庭上部
階段
教室201
C201
教室204
C204
教室203
C203
研究室217
F217
研究室216
F216
WC
自習室２
Self Study
WC
サイエンス・リサーチラボ
Science Research
研究室215
F215
研究室214
F214
研究室213
F213
研究室208
研究室210
F208
研究室209 F210
F209
研究室211
F211 研究室212
F212
研究室207
テラス
F207
研究室206
Terrace
F206
自習室１
Quiet Space
サイエンス準備室
Science Lab Prep Room
サイエンス・ラボ
Science Lab
2F
屋上庭園
Rooftop Garden
日本文化教室A
Japan Studies A
WC
日本文化教室B
Japan Studies B
WC
準備室
Prep Room
3F
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6. Insurance and Finances
A. Payment of Tuition Fees
a. Tuition Fee Payment System
Students are required to use the designated university transfer forms to pay tuition fees while
enrolled at the university. The transfer of fees to the designated bank account must be made prior
to the deadline. The Office of Accounting at Yamanashi Gakuin University is unable to accept
tuition fee payments over the counter.
As a general rule, tuition fees are payable as a lump sum; however, it is also possible to divide the
designated amount into Spring Semester and Fall Semester installments. Tuition fees must be paid
prior to each deadline. Failure to pay the tuition before the deadline may result in dismissal from
the university.
Notifications regarding tuition fee payment are generally sent to the address of the student’s
guardian in mid-March (Spring Semester) and mid-July (Fall Semester). A payment form is
included with the notification. Tuition fees are non-refundable.
b. Postponement of Tuition Fee Payment
If students are unable to pay the tuition fees by the specified due date due to unforeseen
circumstances, submission of an “Application for Delayed Payment of Tuition and Fees” to the
Student Center is required. The application is subject to an approval procedure. See “Regulations
Concerning Payments of Yamanashi Gakuin University’s University Fees” for more details.
c. List of Tuition Fees
Fee
Academic year
First year
Second year and beyond
Matriculation fee (first year only)
200,000 JPY
-
Tuition
1,185,000 JPY
1,185,000 JPY
Facility and equipment fee
310,000 JPY
310,000 JPY
Total
1,695,000 JPY
1,495,000 JPY
*Issuance of school debt or the charging of contributions will never occur.
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B. Payments of Dormitory and Board Fees
a. Dormitory Fees
Students must pay the dormitory fee specified in the table below before the designated date, using
an appropriate method. Utility costs are included in the common area charge (共益費).
April Matriculation
Payment deadline
Spring Semester
Fall Semester
March 24, 2016
August 24, 2016
(Friday)
(Wednesday)
Payment amount
¥285,000
¥329,000
¥175,000
¥245,000
(April–August)
(September–March)
¥60,000
¥84,000
(April–August)
(September–March)
¥50,000
¥
Room charge
(¥35,000/month)
Breakdown
Common area charge
(¥12,000/month)
*Deposit
September Matriculation
Payment deadline
Payment amount
Room charge
(¥35,000/month)
Breakdown
Common area charge
(¥12,000/month)
*Deposit
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
August 24, 2016
March 24, 2017
(Wednesday)
(Friday)
¥379,000
¥235,000
¥245,000
¥175,000
(September-March)
(April-August)
¥84,000
¥60,000
(September-March)
(April-August)
¥50,000
¥
* ¥16,200 (tax included) is used as a cleaning fee upon moving out. The remainder of the deposit is
returned to students after move-out, provided that no additional repairs or cleaning work are
required.
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b. Board Fees
Students must also make a payment for catering of approximately ¥40,000 per month. As a rule,
the iCLA Cafeteria provides 3 meals a day on weekdays during the semester for all students living in
the Student Dormitory.
Spring Semester I (April/May)
Spring Semester II (June/July/August)
Fall Semester I (September/October)
Fall Semester II (November/December)
Fall Semester III (January/February/March)
Payment
Amount
68,400 JPY
82,800 JPY
77,400 JPY
70,200 JPY
72,000 JPY
Total
370,800 JPY
Period
2016 Academic Year Payment
Periods (Reference)
March 25, 2016 (Friday)
May 31, 2016 (Tuesday)
August 24, 2016 (Wednesday)
October 31, 2016 (Monday)
December 23, 2016 (Friday)
c. Payment Method
Please transfer the dormitory fee using your own (the student’s) name to the account specified
below. Please note that, due to an amendment in the law, it is necessary to show an identification
card issued by an official institution when making cash payments of more than ¥100,000 at the
counter of a banking institution.
In addition, it is not possible to make cash transfers of more than ¥100,000 from ATMs. It may
not be possible to make card payments or internet transfers if the account holder has not
completed the necessary customer identification procedures. It is also important to note that a
transfer fee is charged for payments (payments made from overseas are subject to a transfer fee,
exchange margin, and recipient handling fee). Please inquire at your bank for more details.
The details of the bank account for transferring the dormitory room and board payments are as
follows:
Payee (振込先)
Account Holder
(口座名義人)
Yamanashi Chuo Bank Head Office General Deposit 2043836
(山梨中央銀行本店営業部普通預金)
(Gaku) Yamanashi Gakuin (ガク. ヤマナシガクイン)
Ensure that you use your own (the student’s) name when making the transfer.
Remitters Name
(振込人名 )
Example: OOOO OOO (name of student)
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C. Accident and Injury Insurance for Students during Education and
Research
The iCLA offers insurance (Accidents and Injury Insurance for Students during Education and
Research) that covers all students of the university. The summary of the insurance is as follows (if
a student incurs an injury, please report to the Health and Medical Care Room):
a. Items Subject to Compensation
1.
2.
3.
4.
During Curricular Hours: injuries incurred due to accidents during class and related
research activities, such as lectures, workshops, seminars, and practices.
During School Events: injuries incurred due to accidents during school events hosted by
the university (including the campus festival), such as admission/entrance ceremonies,
graduation ceremonies, and orientation.
During Stay on Campus (excluding events inside the dormitory and living spaces).
During Extra-Curricular Activities (including interest club activities): injuries incurred due
to accidents during extra-curricular activities taking place on/off campus (limited to activities
previously reported to the university).
b. Compensation Contents
i) During curricular hours
ii) During school events
Death
Physical Impairment
iii) On campus
iv) During extra-curricular
activities
12,000,000 JPY
6,000,000 JPY
540,000 Japanese yen–
270,000 Japanese yen–9,000,000
18,000,000 Japanese yen
Japanese yen depending on the
depending on the gravity of the
gravity of the impairment
impairment
Treatment
Internment
(Daily Fee)
3,000 Japanese yen–300,000
30,000 Japanese yen–300,000
number of days of treatment
number of days of treatment
(applicable when treatment days
(applicable when treatment days
are more than 1)
are more than 14)
4,000 JPY
4,000 JPY
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c. Items Excluded from Compensation
1.
2.
3.
Deliberate events, battery, illness, damages from natural disasters, driving without a license or
under the influence.
High-risk extra-curricular activities such as mountain climbing and skydiving.
When the number of treatment days does not reach the established required number (for
impairments due to extra-curricular activities, the applicable number of treatment days is
more than 14).
*The consideration of treatment days may vary in accordance with the type of injury (in case
of bone fractures, the number of days when casts are used as stabilization is counted as
treatment days). Therefore, avoid making premature judgments and make sure to seek advice
at the Health and Medical Care.
D. Financial Aid: Scholarships and Student Loans
a. Yamanashi Gakuin Excellent Scholarship
This scholarship is geared towards students who achieve outstanding results in areas such as
academic work (including research papers, etc.), acquisition of qualifications, culture and arts, and
social activities, and are role models for other students, as part of Yamanashi Gakuin University’s
encouragement of student study and measures to support individual endeavor.
Students eligible for the scholarships are students of Yamanashi Gakuin University (excluding
graduate school students). Students exempt from paying university fees (tuition, and facility and
equipment fees) in whole or in part are not eligible; provided, however, that this shall not apply to
self-financed international students. Applications for scholarships are accepted in October.
Individuals interested in the Yamanashi Gakuin Excellent Scholarship should inquire at the Student
Center for details.
Scholarships may be awarded to several students in each of the following areas:
1.
Academic work (including research papers, etc.)
2.
Acquisition of qualifications
3.
Culture and arts
4.
Social activities
The types of scholarships, eligible students, and amounts (per year) are as follows:
Type
Eligible Students
Amount
A
Particularly outstanding students
300,000 yen
B
Outstanding students
150,000 yen
Scholarship Students do not assume responsibility for repaying scholarships.
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The period as a Scholarship Student is limited to the academic year in question. It is possible to be a
Scholarship Student in the first year, second year, third year, and fourth year. Students who attend
for more than four years may not be Scholarship Students; provided, however, that up to one year
is permitted in the case of a leave of absence.
If Scholarship Students correspond to any of the following items, the president may revoke their
status as a Scholarship Student following a resolution of the Selection Committee.
(1) When repeating a year, withdrawing or dismissed
(2) When details stated in submitted documents, etc. are false
(3) When violating YGU’s rules or when significantly lacking integrity as a
Scholarship Student
If the status as a Scholarship Student is revoked in accordance with the preceding paragraph, the
president may have the student repay all or a part of their scholarship following a resolution of the
Selection Committee.
Online information for the Yamanashi Gakuin Excellent Scholarship (エクセレント奨学金) can be
found at: http://www.ygu.ac.jp/guide/scholarship.php (Japanese-language site).
b. Organizations for Student Loans
 Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO)

http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/index.html (English-language site)
 Japan Finance Corporation (JFC)

https://www.jfc.go.jp/n/english/ (English-language site)
 Orient Corporation (Orico)

http://www.orico.tv/gakuhi/index.php?clientid=14584395 (Japanese-language site)
c. External Scholarships
 Some prefectures, cities, towns, villages, and private organizations offer various
scholarships. Information about these scholarships is posted at the bulletin board at the
south of New Building No. 9.
 In addition, a list of scholarships available for degree-seeking international students will
be posted on the Learning Management System.
 JASSO provides a comprehensive list of scholarships for international students
at: http://www.jasso.go.jp/sp/en/study_j/scholarships/brochure.html
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7.
Student Conduct, Policies, and Procedures
A. Plagiarism Guidelines
a. Introduction
Plagiarism is the unauthorized duplication or reproduction of another author’s reports, academic
papers, or other published works, when represented as one’s own original work without reference
to the source. Plagiarism contravenes the tenets and morals of academia. In non-academic contexts,
plagiarism violates the Copyright Act and can even result in imprisonment, fines, and requests for
compensation for damages or the publication of an apology.
At iCLA, plagiarism is regarded as a dishonest practice, the results of which are unworthy of
evaluation. Whether intentional or unintentional, acts of plagiarism lead to strict punishments
equivalent to those given to students who are found guilty of dishonest practices during
examinations or any other forms of evaluated work. Indeed, as iCLA is an institution full of
cultural and linguistic diversity, the perception of what constitutes plagiarism can vary depending
on students’ own academic norms, social expectations, and communication styles. The guidelines
outlined here serve as a point of reference to which students can turn when in doubt. It is strongly
recommended, however, that they ensure to consult their instructors as necessary.
b. Examples of Plagiarism

Unreferenced use of printed materials (books, magazines, newspapers, etc.) or online text or
materials written by other authors (including unattributed work); preparation of reports or
papers in which the author makes only slight changes to the content/to words and phrases.

Brief citation of sources at the end, without giving details of the section of the work being
quoted; for example “See xx.”

Representation of another author’s work as one’s own original work or the preparation of
academic papers and reports in which the author makes only slight changes to the content/to
words and phrases.

Submitting the same, similar, or portions of the same work to more than one course without
consulting with instructor(s) can result in plagiarism. Therefore, students should take caution
even when recycling their own ideas.

Students should be cautious when working on group assignments, as using another student’s
work without giving credit to the person is regarded as plagiarism. Similarly, while students
may form study groups to generate ideas together for individual assignments, it is imperative
to acknowledge the source of the ideas.
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The examples of plagiarism listed above are not exhaustive and serve only to illustrate the
various forms that plagiarism can take. If students are in doubt whether or not a certain act
constitutes plagiarism, they should consult with their instructors to confirm.
c. Measures to Prevent Plagiarism
When preparing a report, there is no problem in quoting information gathered from sources such
as academic journals, the Internet, lectures, and other classes. However, these sources must always
be clearly indicated, and if the source for any quotation is unintentionally omitted, then the work
may be considered as plagiarism. Plagiarism may be avoided by the incorporation and strict respect
of the basic rules of quotations. When course instructors provide instructions on quotation rules,
please follow them.

Distinguish the original text from the quotations.

In cases of incorporating essays, reports, data, etc. by other persons in your
own report, make sure to clearly let the reader know that this is not a part of
your own work, but the work of a third person.

Sources must be clearly indicated.

Names of authors, titles of essays, names of magazines, volume numbers, pages,
years of publication, and in case of website materials, the URL and the date of
access, etc.

Do not change the contents of the quoted portion.

Deliberately changing a text or portion of the material so as to make it appear as
your own work is considered plagiarism. If students wish to incorporate
another author’s ideas, however, they are required to paraphrase them and
mention the source. For more information on paraphrasing, there are useful
resources available online as listed below.
d. Useful Resources

For different types of plagiarism:


For tips for paraphrasing:


http://isites.harvard.edu/icb/icb.do?keyword=k70847&pageid=icb.page342054
https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/619/1/
For various types of questions regarding academic writing:

http://leo.stcloudstate.edu/
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e. Academic Repercussions of Plagiarism
In principle, each course instructor has his or her own policy. Therefore, students should read each
syllabus carefully and consult with their instructors to clarify any questions they may have in this
regard. In case students find their judgment or instructions to be unfair, go to page 125 for more
information on grievances.
B. Discrimination and Harassment Prevention
a. YGU Declaration for the Prevention of Harassment
YGU respects every student and employee at its University, Schools, and Kindergarten as
individuals and recognizes the importance of creating and maintaining environments in which
students and employees can engage in study, education, research, work, and other related activities
in an atmosphere of mutual trust.
Harassment refers to unwelcome verbal or physical behavior in the context of education, research,
study, work, or other related activities that cause an individual to feel discriminated against,
threatened, humiliated, or uncomfortable. Harassment also includes behavior that serves to worsen
an individual’s educational, research, study, or work environment; for example, by providing
disadvantages as a result of the victim’s response to the harassment. At YGU, the definition of
“harassment” includes sexual, academic, and power-related harassment.
YGU recognizes that campus harassment not only compromises the personal dignity of individuals
and infringes upon human rights but also infringes upon the rights of the students and staff at
YGU to engage in education, research, and/or work. Therefore, YGU is firmly committed to
excluding and preventing harassment across the campus. Furthermore, YGU has established
Harassment Prevention Guidelines and endeavors to create a harassment-free environment through
the adoption of institutional measures for responding to and resolving harassment-related
problems, and by conducting regular activities aimed at promoting understanding and recognition
among students and employees.
b. iCLA Non-Discrimination Statement
iCLA is an international institution committed to maintaining and fostering a learning environment
in which all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, nationality, disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, value systems, or any other elements which comprise
important aspects of their identities, can strive and grow as global citizens. In pursuit of its mission
to develop students’ capacity for critical, creative, independent, and global (CCIG) thinking, iCLA
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recognizes the importance of building a diverse and inclusive community that thrives upon
individual uniqueness and mutual respect.
Acts of discrimination and harassment against the aforementioned elements inevitably compromise
one of iCLA’s Educational Goals to “foster the development of unique individuals with a spirit of
self-discipline and tolerance” (page 1). Furthermore, they endanger the integrity of an educational
environment which nurtures the ideal of treating all individuals with respect and dignity. To fulfill
its promises, iCLA does not tolerate any unlawful, discriminatory or hateful acts and those found
responsible for this kind of unacceptable behavior will be subject to reasonable and appropriate
disciplinary measures, in accordance to the rules and policies established by the iCLA and YGU, as
well as Japanese law.
c. What Constitutes Discrimination
The word discrimination, according to Oxford Dictionaries, is defined as “the unjust or prejudicial
treatment of different categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.”
Discrimination manifests itself in a multitude of forms, including, but not limited to, verbal, written,
physical, graphic, and electronic. It is also important to note that discrimination can be overt, covert,
intentional, and unintentional.
d. What Constitutes Harassment
Harassment can be considered as unwelcome verbal, written, visual or physical conduct towards
another person or identifiable group of persons that has the intention or effect of:
1.
Creating an intimidating or hostile educational, work, or living environment;
2.
Undermining, detracting from, or interfering with an individual’s educational or work
performance, access to school resources, or participation in educational/professional activities;
3.
Disadvantaging or creating discomfort to individuals based on race, ethnicity, age, religion,
nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, value systems, or any
other elements which comprise important aspects of their identities.
The causes and manifestations of harassment are wide-ranging and complex, encompassing all
forms of harassment, including sexual harassment, stalking, racial harassment, personal harassment,
bullying, academic harassment, and power harassment –the common trait of which is the violation
of fundamental rights, personal worth, and human dignity.
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e. Types of Harassment
Commonly occurring forms of harassment are explained in greater detail below.
However, iCLA acknowledges the importance of broadly recognizing and responding to
complaints, rather than strictly adhering to these definitions. As such, students should consider the
below definitions as not exhaustive but helpful guidelines meant to shed light upon the complex
nature of harassment and to assist them in reporting cases of harassment should the need arise.
Students and employees who believe they are being harassed should immediately report such
concerns.
Academic Harassment
This type of harassment encompasses academically inappropriate remarks, behavior, and guidance
by a faculty member or an individual of authority within the university with the intention or effect
delineated in the above section. In the case of harassment between faculty and student, an
instructor may refuse to offer proper academic guidance, display discriminatory behaviors or
attitudes during class instruction against a single student or group of students, and make unfair
grading evaluations.
Personal Harassment
Personal harassment is behavior that humiliates, intimidates, excludes, and isolates an individual or
group through malicious gestures or actions. Bullying is a form of personal harassment that may
include physical, verbal, or emotional abuse.
Power Harassment
Power harassment is inappropriate behavior, either intentional or unintentional, committed by
faculty or staff members who use their position of power or seniority in such a way that causes one
or more co-workers psychological or physical stress, thereby debilitating an individual or group of
individuals motivation to work and degrading the work environment beyond an appropriate scope
of the organization’s functions.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment refers to any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature, requests for sexual favors,
physical behavior, and written or verbal expressions in which
1.
An individual suffers from a substantial interference or disadvantage in work or academic
performance as a result of the abovementioned conduct.
2.
Explicit or implicit submission to or rejection of unwelcome sexual conduct is used as the
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basis for affecting an individual’s employment or academic standing.
3.
The abovementioned conduct has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile,
or offensive work, academic, or residential environment.
In investigating and determining whether a particular act or series of acts constitute sexual
harassment, consideration will be given to the testimony of the offended person. Sexual
harassment may involve the behavior of a person of either sex.
Stalking
Stalking is considered a crime in Japan and is subject to legal consequences. It can be defined as
irrational behavior directed at a specific person that involves repeated visual or physical proximity,
nonconsensual communication in the form of, but not limited to, letters, notes, phone calls, voice
messages, emails, and texts (or a combination thereof) which explicitly or implicitly deliver threats,
thereby providing a reasonable cause for fear.
Yamanashi Gakuin University recognizes the dangers of harassment and has created the
Harassment Prevention Committee. Harassment counselors have been appointed throughout the
campus, and are available for consultation. Below is a list of the YGU harassment counselors with
the English speaking individuals marked with an asterisk. iCLA students may also address their
initial concerns with the iCLA Dean of Students Office by contacting the Student Affairs
coordinator.
Counselor List:
Counselor Name
神田美津子 (Kanda, Mitsuko)
極楽寺恵美子 (Gokurakuji, Emiko)
荒牧重人 (Aramaki, Shigeto)
日高昭夫 (Hidaka, Akio)
小菅信子 (Kosuge, Nobuko)
野村千佳子 (Nomura, Chikako)
長倉富貴 (Nagakura, Fuki)
シポス・ジョージ* (Sipos, George)
深澤早苗 (Fukasawa, Sanae)
Contact Information
055-224-1242
[email protected]
055-224-1241
[email protected]
055-224-1267
[email protected]
055-224-1374
[email protected]
055-224-1326
[email protected]
055-224-1335
[email protected]
055-224-1469
[email protected]
055-224-1633
[email protected]
055-224-1410
[email protected]
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055-224-1604
[email protected]
055-224-1618
[email protected]
055-224-1205
[email protected]
055-224-1453
[email protected]
055-224-1405
[email protected]
穐山美智子 (Akiyama, Michiko)
望月香見 (Mochizuki, Yoshimi)
山岡久美子 (Yamaoka, Kumiko)
小林一 (Kobayashi, Hajime)
加藤いづみ (Kato, Izumi)
f. Creating a Safe and Healthy Community
With the complex nature of discrimination and harassment in mind, iCLA aims to create a space
for open dialogue in which all members of its community can work together to think about the
difficult issues they face day to day. In accordance with YGU Guidelines (page 1), iCLA students
are expected to learn to “respect the individuality of students” as well as to “actively support the
desire to be challenged.” Yet, despite this overarching expectation, students may find it difficult to
understand how to engage in productive conversations on sensitive topics such as their peers’
identities, bullying, and unwanted sexual advances. Therefore, in an effort to empower all students,
the iCLA’s Dean of Students Office provides various opportunities such as workshops and guest
speaker sessions where individuals can share their ideas and personal experiences.
Students are also encouraged, through the iCLA Student Government, to propose and plan their
own community engagement activities geared towards peer-to-peer empowerment and fostering an
environment of mutual respect and compassion.
g. Grievance Procedures
iCLA strongly encourages any student who has a complaint to report the matter in a timely fashion.
For more information about iCLA grievance procedures, please see page 128 for more information.
C. Sexual Harassment & Assault
a. Statement
iCLA is committed to providing a safe learning and residential environment for all students, faculty,
and staff and does not tolerate any acts that undermine this commitment as such sexual harassment
and assault. Sexual harassment and assault, as outlined in this section, have a very detrimental
impact on not only the victims, but also on the whole community. In recognition of the dangerous
nature of such conduct, iCLA makes every effort to prevent, address, and solve issues in a prompt
and appropriate manner.
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b. Terminology & Definitions
Sexual Harassment (also addressed in the previous section):
This refers to any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature, requests for sexual favors, physical
behavior, and written or verbal expressions in which:
1.
An individual suffers from a substantial interference or disadvantage in work or academic
performance as a result of the abovementioned conduct.
2.
Explicit or implicit submission to or rejection of unwelcome sexual conduct is used as the
basis for affecting an individual’s employment or academic standing.
3.
The abovementioned conduct has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile,
or offensive work, academic, or residential environment.
In investigating and determining whether a particular act or series of acts constitute sexual
harassment, consideration will be given to the testimony of the offended person. Sexual
harassment may involve the behavior of a person of either sex.
Stalking (also addressed in the previous section):
Considered a crime in Japan, stalking is subject to legal consequences. It can be defined as irrational
behavior directed at a specific person that involves repeated visual or physical proximity,
nonconsensual communication in the form of, but not limited to, letters, notes, phone calls, voice
messages, emails, and texts (or a combination thereof) which explicitly or implicitly deliver threats,
thereby providing a reasonable cause for fear.
Sexual Assault:
Sexual assault is any type of forced or coerced sexual contact or behavior that happens without
explicit consent of the recipient, regardless of the sex and/or gender of the individuals involved.
Such behavior, which encompasses the nonconsensual engagement in sexual activity of any kind,
includes fondling, the unconsented touching, or attempt thereof, of an intimate bodily part of
another individual with the intent of accomplishing a sexual act, the coerced and inappropriate
disrobing of another individual, the indecent exposure of one’s genitals without the consent of
the other, completed or attempted forced penetration of a victim, and unconsented acts in which
a victim is forced to penetrate the perpetrator or another individual.
Consent:
In discourses relating to sexual harassment and assault, consent is a very critical concept that all
students should bear in mind. Consent refers to an explicit agreement and permission given by
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someone before engaging in and/or during sexual activity. Strictly speaking, affirmative consent, an
unambiguous, positive, and voluntary “yes,” is the accepted form of consent prior to the initiation
of acts of sexual nature. In contrast, negative consent alone poses limitations as it assumes that
individuals are willing to engage in sexual activity unless they say “no.” Please note that consent
needs to be expressed in mutually understandable terms in reference to a specific activity. In order
to prevent any misunderstanding or trouble, students should never assume what constitutes consent
and remember that whoever initiates sexual contact is responsible for obtaining consent. As a point
of reference, please note the following types of common assumptions that one may make about
consent:

Consent given under the influence of alcohol and other types of judgment-impairing drugs
is not considered valid.

Silence, the absence of a yes/no, is never equivalent to consent. This includes body language
and appearance that one may perceive to be indicative of his or her partner’s willingness (e.g.
dresses, facial expressions, and acts).

Consent is not a given in an either current or past relationships, including marriage. Regardless
of these statuses, affirmative consent needs to be made.
c. Consultation Procedures
Any persons seeking advice on sexual harassment or assault should consult with any of the offices
or centers below:
1.
iCLA Dean of Students Office (Refer to the Grievance Procedures on page 128)
2.
YGU Student Counseling Room (学生相談室) 055-224-1242
3.
YGU Harassment Counselors (see list above)
d. Confidentiality
In the interest of individual privacy, iCLA makes every effort to maintain confidentiality.
However, if it is necessary to disclose certain information to external organizations such as the
police department, iCLA may proceed to do so after consultation with those who have reported
grievances.
e. What to do in the Case of Sexual Assault
A student who has been recently assaulted should prioritize his or her own safety first. If in
immediate danger, it is important to quickly find a safe place and call the local police (110).
To assist in objectively deciding on the next steps to take, and also to have a source of emotional
support, the student is encouraged to tell a trusted individual such as a roommate, friend, Floor
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Representative, or YGU/iCLA staff member about the incident.
The student should not hesitate to seek medical attention or, if necessary, call an ambulance (119).
Even if the student did not sustain any physical injuries, it is highly recommended that he or she
have a medical examination and discuss with a medical professional the possibility of exposure to
sexually transmitted diseases or pregnancy resulting from sexual assault.
If students wish to speak confidentially with a YGU/iCLA-affiliated counselor, they should refer to
the list above.
It is the student’s personal choice whether or not to officially report the assault. However, iCLA
strongly encourages students to report such incidents as this is the only way that the university
and/or law enforcement can take action. If necessary, YGU/iCLA staff can assist a student in
communicating with medical professionals and local authorities.
D. Grievances
a. Statement
iCLA is committed to the creation of an environment where its members’ rights are protected. In
order to address any concerns that may compromise this commitment, iCLA strives to provide
resolutions to grievances in a prompt, fair, and just fashion. Constituents of the iCLA community
are strongly encouraged to bring grievances to the attention of the appropriate channels through
the procedures outlined below.
b. Types of Grievances
There are different types of grievances which iCLA is committed to addressing. Please note that the
list below is by no means exhaustive and that, as such, students are encouraged to ask questions in
case they are uncertain whether or not their cases are considered grievances.
Curriculum-related Grievances:
This type of grievance relates to the iCLA academic program and structure as a whole. Issues
which may fall under curriculum-related grievances are dissatisfactions or concerns relating to the
concentration system, advisor system, study abroad programs, graduation requirements course
schedule, and course availability.
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Course-related Grievances:
This type of grievance relates to specific iCLA courses and issues which arise within individual
lectures or workshops. Issues which may fall under course-related grievances are a lack of
correlation between syllabus and actual course content, unforeseen payments for educational
materials, and inaccuracy of educational content.
Please note that it is recommended that students first discuss the issue with their instructors to see
if a solution can be found. However, if these initial discussions do not resolve the issue at hand,
then students should file a course grievance according to outlined procedures.
Instructor-related Grievances:
This type of grievance relates to specific iCLA course instructors. Issues which may fall under
instructor-related grievances are ineffective classroom administration, concerns about teaching
methodology or exam procedures, improper conduct or use of inappropriate language, and unfair
treatment in the grade evaluation process.
Academic Advisor-related Grievances:
This type of grievance relates to specific iCLA academic advisors. Issues which may fall under
academic advisor-related grievances are concerns with the content of advice given, lack of
availability, and neglect of duty.
Peer-related Grievances:
This type of grievance relates to fellow students. Issues which may fall under peer-related
grievances are bullying, harassment and discriminatory acts, and sexual harassment and assault.
Staff-related Grievances:
This type of grievance relates to iCLA/YGU staff. Issues which may fall under staff-related
grievances are inappropriate behavior or speech and neglect of duty.
Facility-related Grievances:
This type of grievance relates to iCLA/YGU facilities. Issues which may fall under facility-related
grievances are faulty air conditioning units which affect the ability of students to concentrate in
class and damages or flaws in the building that compromise the safety and well-being of the
individuals within it.
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Issues relating to the dorm facilities and cafeteria should be first directed to the Floor
Representatives and the iCLA Dormitory Life Committee. However, if these initial discussions
do not resolve the issue at hand, then students should file a facility-related grievance according
to outlined procedures.
c. Procedures
The Dean of Students Office (DOS) serves as a primary point of contact in fulfilling iCLA’s
commitment to resolving grievances. Below is a summary of the iCLA grievance procedure.
1.
Informal Hearing

When students have a grievance to report, a member of the DOS will conduct an initial
hearing of the case. Students can make an appointment via informal conversation or
e-mail with the DOS staff of choice.

If a grievance directly concerns a specific member of the DOS, students should speak to
a different member of the DOS.

If a grievance involves the entire DOS as a unit, students should bring the matter to one
of the iCLA academic directors.
2.
Formal

If students are not satisfied with the resolutions provided by the informal hearing with
the DOS staff member, they can proceed to have a formal meeting with the entire DOS
Office, in which the conversation will be captured in a memorandum that will be shared
with the relevant party or parties.

In the case of grievances against the DOS, if students are not satisfied with the
resolutions provided by the iCLA academic director, then they may address the Associate
Dean of Academic Affairs, or, need may be, the iCLA Dean.
3.
Appeal

If students are not satisfied with the resolutions provided by the formal hearing with the
DOS Office, another meeting will take place wherein the Dean of Students as well as
other staff and relevant parties will revisit the grievance.
d. Confidentiality
In the interest of individual privacy, iCLA makes every effort to maintain confidentiality. However,
if it is necessary to disclose certain information to external organizations such as the police
department, iCLA may proceed to do so after consultation with those who have reported
grievances. If students have questions about the procedures outlined above, they should contact
DOS.
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e. Grievance Procedures
Incident
Does the incident
involve the entire
DOS Office?
Yes
No
Submit your grievance to
one of the iCLA Directors
with the exception of the
Dean of Students.
Does the incident
involve a specific
member of the DOS
Office?
Yes
No
Consult with any member of the
DOS Office to provide relevant
information
Consult with a different member
of the DOS Office to provide
relevant information
Have your
problem(s) been
solved?
Yes
If you encounter the
same/similar problems,
come see the staff for
further consultation.
Have your
problem(s) been
solved?
No
No
Yes
same/similar
problems, come see
the staff for further
consultation.
Have a formal sitdown meeting with
the staff as well as
other DOS Office
members as
necessary.
Have a formal sit-down
meeting with the staff as
well as other DOS Office
members as necessary.
The staff will speak with
relevant parties and provide
resolutions.
The staff will speak with relevant
parties and provide resolutions.
Are you satisfied
with the
resolutions?
Are you satisfied
with the
resolutions?
Yes
No
Yes
same/similar problems,
come see the staff for
further consultation.
Have a formal sit-down
meeting with the Dean
of Students as well as the
staff
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same/similar
problems, come see
the staff for further
consultation.
No
Have a formal sitdown meeting
with the Dean of
Students as well as
the staff
E. Personal Image Release
a. Introduction
As a means to promote and communicate iCLA’s learning environment, achievements, and
initiatives, iCLA makes a concerted effort to utilize various forms of media. In the interest of
individual privacy as well as portrait rights, however, iCLA ensures to inform all students when
their image, voice, and other forms that disclose their personally identifiable information are used.
At the same time, iCLA acknowledges that all students possess a right to reject such use of
individual information. The iCLA Release Form (see sample form at the end of this section) is used
as a way to document mutual agreement between iCLA and its students on the use of content that
contains personal information.
b. The Scope of the iCLA Release Form
This section outlines the scope of the iCLA Release Form, in addition to possible situations in
which additional consent is required.
1.
When YGU and/or iCLA both own an information dissemination platform and its content,
the iCLA Release Form alone serves as a form of consent, allowing the iCLA Administrative
Office to use the materials produced internally. For instance, the iCLA Administrative Office
can take photos of students who have signed the iCLA Release Form and upload them on the
iCLA's Facebook page without further approval.
2.
When YGU and/or iCLA own an information dissemination platform, but not its content, the
iCLA Release Form does not serve as proof of consent. In this case, an extra form needs to
be signed by the student as well as the third party that owns the content. Examples include,
but are not limited to, the iCLA website, iCLA brochure, and Bluestar Magazine (i.e. iCLA
does not own the copyright of the materials used in these platforms).
3.
When YGU and/or iCLA owns neither the platform nor its content, the iCLA Release Form
does not serve as proof of consent. In this case, an extra form needs to be signed by the
student as well as the third party(ies) which own the platform and the content. For instance,
when an external TV, newspaper, or magazine company creates content that includes a photo
of iCLA students, iCLA ensures that the students have an opportunity to provide appropriate,
informed consent.
c. Grievance Procedures
If students find that their personal information is used without permission, misused, and/or
abused, they should immediately report to the Dean of Students Office (See Grievance Procedures
section in page 128 for more information).
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d. Points to Remember
•
Students have a right to refuse to sign any consent form they feel uncomfortable with.
•
Students can choose to give "case-by-case" permission through an either verbal or written
form.
•
Minors (i.e. students under the age of 20) should consult with parents and/or guardians who
might object to the type of consent outlined above.
•
When students contribute their photos or other materials to the iCLA Administrative Office,
they should make sure to gain permission of others who are included in the materials.
•
If students wish to nullify a consent form that they previously signed, they should consult the
iCLA Administrative Office.
•
Students should ask questions when in doubt and report grievances as necessary.
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iCLA Release Form (Sample)
RELEASE FORM
By signing this release form, I authorize the International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA)
of Yamanashi Gakuin University, to use the following personal information:
(A) My picture– including photographic, motion picture, and electronic (video) images.
(B) My voice – including sound and video recordings.
I hereby grant to the International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) of Yamanashi Gakuin University, its
subsidiaries, licensees, successors and assigns, the right to use, publish, and reproduce, for all purposes, my
name, pictures of me in film or electronic (video) form, sound and video recordings of my voice, and printed
and electronic copy of the information described in (A) and (B) above in any and all media including, without
limitation, cable and broadcast television and the Internet, and for exhibition, distribution, promotion,
advertising, sale, press conferences, meetings, hearings, educational conferences and in brochures and other
print media. This permission extends to all languages, media, formats and markets now known or hereafter
devised. This permission shall continue forever unless I revoke the permission in writing.
I further grant International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) of Yamanashi Gakuin University, all right, title,
and interest that I may have in all finished pictures, negatives, reproductions, and copies of the original print,
and further grant International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) of Yamanashi Gakuin University, the right to
give, sell, transfer, and exhibit the print in copies or facsimiles thereof, for marketing, communications, or
advertising purposes, as it deems fit.
I hereby waive the right to receive any payment for signing this release and waive the right to receive any
payment for International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) of Yamanashi Gakuin University’s, use of any of
the material described above for any of the purposes authorized by this release. I also waive any right to
inspect or approve finished photographs, audio, video, multimedia, or advertising recordings and copy or
printed matter or computer generated scanned image and other electronic media that may be used in
conjunction therewith or to approve the eventual use that it might be applied.
I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing and I fully understand the contents.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have executed this release on this ____ day of ____________, 2015.
Print Name:
Telephone Number:
Address:
Signature:
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8. Forms, Requests, and Certificates
A. Forms and Requests List
Offices
Type
Registration
Exam Absence Form
Make-up Exam Form
Re-take Exam Form
Family Name/Name
Change Form
Guardian Change Form
iCLA Administrative
Office
9:00–18:00
(Excluding
Saturdays, Sundays,
and holidays)
Format
Web
Registration
Designated
Form
“
“
Notes / References
Registration through the Internet on the
designated date.
Clearly indicate the course and submit within 3
days from the day of the exam.
Submit within 3 days from the final examination
Submit within 3 days from the announcement
of applicable persons.
*Please note that a re-take examination requires
a 1,000 JPY Fee per course. After purchasing
the certificate stamp at the Office of
Academic Affairs, please submit it.
“
Attach the Partial Copy of Family Register.
“
－
If due to unavoidable circumstances studies
cannot proceed for 3 months or more, then the
granting of a leave of absence is possible. In
case of illness, the Medical Diagnosis
Certificate must be attached. At the time of
request, the stamp of the
student/guarantor/guardian is required.
(University Policies and Regulations, Article 30)
When, due to unavoidable circumstances, the
continuation of studies is difficult, it is
necessary to follow the designated procedures
(interview) and obtain permission.
At the time of the procedures, the stamp of the
student/guarantor/guardian is required.
(University Policies and Regulations, Article 34）
On withdrawal, please return the student ID
Leave of
Absence/Return to the
University Request
“
Withdrawal Request
“
Permanent Domicile
Change Form
“
Infectious Disease
Certificate
“
Class Absence Form
(Excluding cases of
Infectious Diseases)
“
Study Abroad Form
“
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Attach the Partial Copy of Family Register.
In case of illness from a Infectious Disease, an
“attendance suspension” will be conferred.
After contacting the iCLA Administrative
Office, please suspend your attendance. After
the lifting of the attendance suspension, please
submit the “Certificate of Recovery from
Infectious Disease” (completed by the medical
institution) to the iCLA Administrative Office.
In principle, in no case will a so-called class
“kouketsu” (authorized absence) be accepted.
In case of long-term absence due to illness,
attach a Medical Diagnosis Certificate and
submit to the iCLA Administrative Office.
For requests of required foreign study, this
form is absolutely necessary. Upon proper
advisement with your adviser, please complete
and submit the form by the established
deadline.
Offices
Type
Format
Career Development
Center
9:00–18:00
Career Path Form
(Excluding Saturdays,
Sundays, and holidays）
Student Center
9:00–18:00
(Excluding
Saturdays, Sundays,
and holidays)
“
Address Change Form
Web
Registration
Guardian Address
Change Form
Designated
Form
Request for Extension
of Tuition and School
Fees Payment
“
Reissuance of Student
ID Card Request Form
“
Notes / References
Please report on your chosen career path after
graduation.
In case of changes in address/e-mail
address/mobile phone number, make the
appropriate changes on the university home page
specialized form.
In case of changes in guardian address, please
report directly to the Student Center.
When, for unavoidable reasons, the payment of
tuition and school fees, etc., by the designated
deadline is difficult, a request for a limited-time
extension is accepted.
*However, the extension deadlines will be June
30 for the Spring Semester and December 28 for
the Fall Semester. Extension for a full tuition
payment will not be accepted. Additional
extensions after the first extension will not be
accepted. In case of lack of payment within the
extension period: 1) the right to take the final
examination will not be valid; and 2) dismissal
may occur.
Reissuance Fee: 1,000 JPY
*The student ID card is evidence of the status as
an official university student. Please carry it at all
times and avoid damaging or losing it. In case of
loss, report immediately to the Student Center
and make a request for reissuance.
Designated forms for submittal are available at the relevant division office.
B. Certificate and Report List
*Complete each designated form with the required items and attach the certificate stamps
(certificate stamps can be obtained at the automatic vending machine on the first floor of No. 9
Building, in front of the Office of Academic Affairs). When receiving certificates, etc., show your
student ID card at each counter.
Office
Certificates/Documents
Enrollment Certificate
Office of
Academic
Affairs
Fee
Notes/References
300 JPY
Issuance: one or two days from request
Expected Graduation Certificate
“
Only for senior students currently
fulfilling graduation requirements.
Transcript (for current students)
“
Transcript (for graduated students)
500 JPY
“
Graduation Certificate
“
Issuance: Upon request
Withdrawal Certificate
“
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Student Center
Student Travel Discount Certificate
Free
School Commuting Certificate
Career
Development
Center
Health and
Medical Care
“
School Records Report
300 JPY
Dean Recommendation Letter
Medical Checkup Certificate
Request at the Student Center.
10 copies per year
Issuance : one day from request
Request at the Student Center.
Issuance: one day from request
Issuance: two days from request
“
“
300 JPY
Request at the Student Center computer
Issuance: one day from request
Limited to those taking medical checkups
C. How to Purchase Certificate Stamps
1.
The payment of fees for certificates and student ID card reissuance shall be made
through certificate stamps. Certificate stamps must be purchased at the vending machine
on the first floor of No. 9 Building, in front of the Office of Academic Affairs.
2.
Confirm the amount, the number of copies, and the issuance office where the
certificates/ documentation is being obtained. Please acquire the least amount of
certificate stamps necessary for covering the requested fee. For example, for a total
amount of 2,700 JPY, instead of purchasing 9 certificate stamps worth 300 JPY each, buy
3 certificate stamps at 900 JPY each.
3.
The princes (in JPY) of the certificate stamps are as follows: 1,500, 1,000, 900, 600, 500,
and 300.
4.
Acceptable bills and coins (in JPY) are as follows: 10,000, 5,000, and 1,000 bills, and 500,
100, 50, and 10 coins.
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CAMPUS
MAP
9. Campus Maps
（総合案内）
1 守衛室
●
18 クラブハウス−２
●
Information
「プルシアンブルー」
2 カファテリア
●
Cafeteria (Prussian Blue)
（50周年記念館）
3 クリスタルタワー
●
Crystal Tower (50th Anniversary)
4 大学院棟
●
Graduate School
5 総合図書館
●
General Library
6 新７号館講義棟
●
Lecture Building 7
（LAW SCHOOL）
7 法科大学院棟
●
Law School
8 新16号館講義棟
●
Lecture Building 16
●
Lecture Building 12
●
Lecture Building 9
11 山梨学院幼稚園
●
Yamanashi Gakuin Kindergarten
12 国際リベラルアーツ学部棟
●
International College of Liberal Arts
13 メモリアルホール
●
Memorial Hall (40th Anniversary)
14 40号館講義棟
●
Lecture Building 40
15 山梨学院小学校
●
Yamanashi Gakuin Elementary School
16 子育て支援センター
●
Child Care Support Center
17 クラブハウス−３
●
Club House 3
A B1F 丸善キャンパスショップ
●
Club House 2
19 クラブハウス−１
●
Club House 1
20 樹徳館
●
Jutoku-Kan Hall
21 カレッジスポーツセンター
●
College Sports Center
22 スポーツセンターアネックス
●
Sports Center Annex
23 古屋記念堂
●
Gymnasium (Furuya Hall)
24 Student Lounge"Y"
●
25 キャンパスセンター棟
●
Campus Center
●
Lecture Building 21
27 サザンタワー
●
Southern Tower (60th Anniversary)
28 スイーツスタジオ
●
Sweets Studio
●
Lecture Building 51
●
Lecture Building 45
31 ホッケースタジアム
●
Hockey Stadium
32 スポーツ科学部棟
●
Institute of Sport Science
33 シドニー記念水泳場
●
Sydney Memorial Swimming Pool
酒折駅
東京→
Kofu
Tokyo
第1駐車場
G 1F iCLA事務室
●
iCLA Office
H 1F メモリアルホール
●
Sakaori Station
←甲府
Maruzen campus shop
1F・2F プルシアンブルー
Cafeteria (Prussian Blue)
B 1F エフエム甲府
●
FM Kofu
2F 入試センター
Admissions Center
3F 施設部（施設課・管財課）
Office of Facilities
Office of Property Management
5F 生涯学習センター
Yamanashi Gakuin Center of University
Lifelong Learning Activities
6F パブリシティセンター（広報課・web情報課）
Office of Public Relations
Office of Web Information
7F 広報スタジオ
PR Studio
C 1F 大学院事務室
●
Graduate School Office
D 1F 就職・キャリアセンター
●
Career Development Center
E 1F 法科大学院事務室
●
Law School Office
F 1F 教務課
●
Office of Academic Affairs
1F ATM
2F ICC
Inter-Cultural Center
第2駐車場
第3駐車場
小学校
駐車場
Memorial Hall
2F 法人本部（総務部総務課・人事課、財務部会計課）
Office of General Affairs
Office of Human Resources
Office of Accounting
5F 情報基盤センター
Information Technology Center
I 1F 学務課
●
Office of Faculty Affairs
J 1F 学生総合支援室
●
Student Information & Support
2F 学生センター、保健管理室
Student Center
Health and Medical Care
3F 国際交流センター、学生相談室
International Exchange Center
Student Counseling
4F 情報プラザSeeds
Information Plaza Seeds
K 1F 短期大学事務局
●
Junior College Office
幼稚園
駐車場
幼稚園
駐車場
グリーン
駐車場
P5
グリーン駐車場
P1
オクトーバー
駐車場
P2
135
P3
P4
グリーン
駐車場
P5
十郎川
多目的
駐車場
136
9-301　教室
9-302　教室
1F
9-303　教室
文献資料室
E・V
自動販売機
コーナー
コンコース
教務課
教務部長室
E・V
女子
トイレ
男子トイレ
男子
トイレ
男子
トイレ
3-1
研究室
公務員・
法科大学院
対策室
4F
資格
チャレンジ
総合研究室
5F
6F
9-401　教室
9-501　教室
研修室
New Lecture Building 9
2-2
2-3
2-4
研究室研究室研究室
E・V
ラウンジ
ATM
コーナー
正義の女神像
9-201
2-1研究室
情　報
マルチメディアLL教室ランゲッジオフィス
キャリア
支援室
2F
9-300
演習室
3F
学生
ラウンジ
ポーチ
窓口
倉庫
9-402　教室
9-502　教室
E・V
ラウンジ
9-403　教室
E・V
ラウンジ
9-503　教室
E・V
ラウンジ
特別研修室
女子
トイレ
男子
トイレ
5-1
研究室
3Ｆ
7-304
教　室
7-303　教室
7-301
教　室
7-302
演習室
2Ｆ
女子トイレ
7-202　教室
男子トイレ
7-203
教　室
7-201
教　室
会議室
1Ｆ
女子トイレ
男子トイレ
就職･キャリアセンター
第1資料室
第2資料室
1Ｆ
2Ｆ
男子
トイレ
女子
トイレ
3Ｆ
男子
トイレ
東入口
西入口
16-101　教室
16-201　教室
16-102　教室
16-202　教室
男子トイレ
女子
トイレ
137
女子
トイレ
16-301　教室
16-302　教室
女子
トイレ
4Ｆ
12-404
教室
12-403　教室
12-402　教室
12-401　教室
男子
トイレ
3Ｆ
男子トイレ
12-301
12-303 12-302 演習室
演習室演習室
男子トイレ
2-2 2-1
会議室
研究室研究室
男子トイレ
12-309 12-308 12-307 12-306 12-305
12-304　講議室
演習室演習室演習室演習室演習室
女子
トイレ
12-311
演習室 12-310
コンピューター
実習室
1-7
1-5 1-6
研究室
研究室研究室
2Ｆ
準備室
2-10 2-9
2-8 2-7 2-6 2-5 2-4 2-3
研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室
女子
トイレ
2-12
研究室 2-11
研究室
1Ｆ
学生ラウンジ
エントランス
ホ　ー　ル
共　同
研究室
1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4
研究室研究室研究室研究室
138
Lecture Building 40
2Ｆ
40-209
ＬＬ教室
40-208
実習室3
（オープン端末室）
40-201
演習室
40-202
演習室
男子
トイレ
女子 E.V.
トイレ
40-207
40-203 40-204 40-205 40-206
演習室演習室演習室演習室
中会議室
1Ｆ
40-101
AＶ教室
女子トイレ
男子トイレ
学　生
談話室
E.V.
40-102
ＡＶ教室
学務課
講師控室
139
印刷室
4Ｆ
4-1
研究室
4-14
研究室
4-13
研究室
4-12
研究室
4-2
研究室
男子
小会議室トイレ
4-3
研究室
4-4
研究室
4-5
研究室
4-6
研究室
E.V.
4-15 4-11
研究室研究室
女子
トイレ
4-7
研究室
4-8
研究室
4-9
研究室
4-10
研究室
3Ｆ
40-302
実習室2
40-301
実習室1
40-304
研究用
端末室
40-305
演習用
端末室
40-306
演習用
端末室
3-8
研究室
男子
トイレ
3-1
研究室
女子 E.V.
トイレ
3-2
研究室
140
3-7
3-6
研究室研究室
3-3
研究室
3-4
研究室
3-5
研究室
Crystal Tower (50th Anniversary Hall)
3Ｆ
4Ｆ
4-1
研究室
E.V.
ラウンジ
エレベーター
ホール
E.V.
男子トイレ
（吹　抜）
女子トイレ
エレベーター
ホール
男子トイレ
女子トイレ
52-401
コンピューター実習室
施　設　部
1Ｆ
2Ｆ
（パティオ）
E.V.
ラウンジ
エレベーター
ホール
メディアポート
エフエム甲府
男子トイレ
E.V.
（吹　抜）
女子トイレ
エレベーター
ホール
エフエム甲府
入試センター
（ピロティ）
（テラス）
141
男子トイレ
女子トイレ
7Ｆ
8Ｆ
E.V.
ラウンジ
エレベーター
ホール
E.V.
男子トイレ
（吹　抜）
女子トイレ
エレベーター
ホール
男子トイレ
女子トイレ
大会議室
広報スタジオ
5Ｆ
6Ｆ
6-1
研究室
5-1
研究室
E.V.
ラウンジ
52-501
演習室
エレベーター
ホール
（吹　抜）
女子トイレ
応接
スペース
エレベーター
ホール
男子トイレ
女子トイレ
パブリシティセンター
会議室
生涯学習センター
図書・資料エリア
E.V.
男子トイレ
52-601　教室
事務
スペース
142
広報課
web情報課
Graduate School Building
3Ｆ
3-1
研究室
3-2
研究室
3-10
研究室
3-11
研究室
3-3
研究室
3-4
研究室
301
演習室3
3-5
研究室
3-6
研究室
302
演習室2
3-7
研究室
3-8
研究室
303
演習室1
3-9
研究室
湯沸室
男子トイレ女子トイレ
2Ｆ
2-1
研究室
2-2
研究室
2-3
研究室
2-4
研究室
2-5
研究室
2-6
研究室
2-7
研究室
2-8
研究室
2-9
研究室
2-10
研究室
2-11
研究室
2-12
研究室
2-13
研究室
2-14
研究室
2-15
研究室
2-16
研究室
印刷室
湯沸室
1Ｆ
第 2 会議室
第 1 会議室
大学院生研究室
多目的コミュニティホール
大学院生
実習室
入　口
大学院事務室
エントランスホール
湯沸室
大学院生実習コーナー
143
Law School Building
3F
3—1
研究室
3—2
研究室
3—3
研究室
3—4
研究室
印刷室
男子
トイレ
倉庫
講義室 301
2F
2—1
研究室
2—2
研究室
2—3
研究室
2—4
研究室
2—5
研究室
機械室
大講義室
（模擬法廷）
男子
女子
トイレトイレ
講義室 201
1F
会議室
教員研究室
応援室
研究科長室
第 2 事務室
自動販売機コーナー
ラウンジ
事務室
障害者
トイレ
男子
トイレ
女子
給湯室トイレ
教員研究室
144
5F
自習室（ 40 室）
休憩室
演習室
502
演習室
501
4F
4—1
研究室
4—2
研究室
4—3
研究室
4—4
研究室
自習室 1
自習室 2
4—5
研究室
受付
男子
女子
トイレトイレ
PS
演習室
402
図書室
演習室
401
145
4Ｆ
機械室
（3）
資料室
研修室
（54 - 401）
女子
トイレ
機械室
（2）
男子トイレ
3Ｆ
3-12 3-11 3-10
3-9
3-8
3-7
研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室
会議室
スポーツセンター
事務室
給湯室
3-6
3-5
3-4
3-3
3-2
3-1
応接室印刷室
研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室研究室
シャワ
ー室
男子
トイレ
2Ｆ
管理室
（吹抜）
エントランスホール
（吹抜）
ホール
予備室
下足室
1Ｆ
体力測定室
機械室
（1）
男子ロッカー室
ホール
トレーニング室
倉庫（1）
倉庫
（２）
女子ロッカー室
146
女子
トイレ
男子トイレ
General Library
書庫
新書庫
カウンター
コピー機
コピー機
情報検索パソコン
参考書
事務室
おすすめコーナー展示コーナー
洋書コーナー
筆記台
一般雑誌
新聞
館長室
学術雑誌
新着図書
閲覧用机
閲覧用机
グループ学習室
101
多目的トイレ
正面入口
女子トイレ
男子トイレ
2Fへ
2F
書庫
法令全書
新書庫
文庫
山梨県資料　児童書　絵本
一般図書
一般図書
201
閲覧用机
大型絵本
閲覧用机
大型本
ＯＰＡＣ
一般図書
秋尾文庫
学習・談話室
202
リフレッシュ・スペース
リフレッシュ・スペース
女子トイレ
男子トイレ
147
1Fへ
一般図書
Jutoku-Kan Martial Arts Hall
2Ｆ
吹抜
男子
トイレ
シャワー室
脱衣室
吹抜
廊下
男子更衣室
柔道場
道　場
用具室
師範室
1Ｆ
女子更衣室
機械室
用具庫
シャワー室女子
脱衣室トイレ
男子
トイレ
柔道場
廊下
スロープ
下駄箱
師範室
148
レスリング場
Campus Center
2 F（学生センター）
エレ
ベータ
ホール
男子トイレ
女子
トイレ
女子トイレ
ロビー
男子
トイレ
学生センター
Seeds theater
保健管理室
1F
エレ
ベータ
スロープ
デッキ
学生総合
支援室
Student
Information
& Support
スロープ
身障者トイレ
山梨学院ギャラリー
～Pen meets brush～
（ピロティ）
B1
女子
トイレ
パウダー
ルーム
149
男子
トイレ
)IT Lounge and Library
(Seeds)
4 F（情報プラザ　Seeds）
エレ
ベータ
コンピュータールーム
ラウンジ
男子
トイレ
身障者
トイレ
入口
出口
応接室
女子
トイレ
事務室
自習コーナー
（Ｎ）
自習コーナー
（Ｓ）
セミナールーム
実習室
オープンルーム
サーバールーム
ミーティングルーム
マルチメディア・ラボ
3 F（学生相談室・国際交流センター） Student Counseling & International Exchange Center
エレ
ベータ
印刷室
男子トイレ
国際交流室
女子
トイレ
面接室1
学生相談室
面接室2
会議室 1
国際交流センター
150
Sports Center Annex
1Ｆ
2Ｆ
女子
トイレ
女子
更衣室
3Ｆ
男子
トイレ
1-1
研究室
2-5
研究室
給湯室
1-2
研究室
2-6
研究室
2-1
研究室
トレーニングルーム
2-7
研究室
2-2
研究室
2-8
研究室
2-3
研究室
2-9
研究室
2-4
研究室
151
機械室
301
大演習室
保管室
Southern Tower (60th Anniversary Hall)
152
153
Lecture Building 45 & 51
就職活動
国試対策
支援室
臨床栄養
実習室
（51-301）
204
調理実習室
（51-204）
準備室
栄養教育
実習室
（51-206）
ロッカー室
154
205
マルチメディア講義室
（51-205）
3‐4
Lecture Building 21
155
２０１
医科学系
自習室
２０２
医科学系
自習室
2F
156
10. Index
Course List .......... 10
A
Course Number.... 10
................ 52, 53
Course Registration45,
Examination .. 50, 51,
46, 47, 50, 62
52, 53, 54, 55
Curriculum ... 10, 21,
Expected Graduation
Address Change Form
.................... 133
Advising .. 41, 42, 44
Certificate ..... 133
23, 24, 41
Expulsion ........... 60
B
D
Board Fees .. 111, 112
Protocol .... 13, 14
Dean of Students.... 4
82
Class Cancellation . 13
Classroom Change 13,
14
.................... 102
Concentration
Dormitory63, 66, 67,
Financial Aid ...... 114
Humanities 9, 21, 22,
69, 70, 72, 74,
76, 77, 81, 82,
... 63, 75, 76, 79,
83, 84
80
Dormitory Fees ...111
Foundation Courses 9,
DOS .................. 88
21, 22, 39
FR ... 63, 75, 76, 77,
E
80
EAE... 8, 21, 22, 25,
26, 42, 43, 44,
45
Emergency72, 77, 80,
Grade Evaluation
85
Counselor List .... 121
89, 90, 92
..................... 57
84, 87
Excellence8, 9, 21,
157
................ 75, 76
Image Release ..... 129
Infectious Disease 16,
17, 19
Infectious Disease
Insurance....110, 113
Project.. 9, 23, 25,
................... 133
Government ... 75,
................... 133
Graduation Research
Enrollment Certificate
iCLA Student
Certificate ...... 132
Requirements... 38
55
Office ............... 3
Graduation Certificate
Graduation
22, 26, 39, 41,
iCLA Administrative
iCLA Student Officers
General Library ... 88,
45, 46, 47, 55
I
76, 78
G
GPA . 29, 48, 57, 58
Counseling79, 83, 84,
31, 39
Floor Representative
Email.................. 91
70, 72, 82
Health & Physical
Hospital .............. 86
36, 37, 42, 43,
Cooking Studio .... 69,
123, 124
40, 54
Edvance ...90, 92, 93
Consent....... 123, 124
120, 121, 122,
Education . 21, 22,
Advisor32, 33, 35,
Concentrations 23, 26
Harassment 118, 119,
Final Reports ....... 55
Center ..... 88, 101
Class Absence. 14, 15
H
Dismissal............. 61
Career Development
Certificate Stamps134
126, 128, 129
F
119
Cafeteria . 64, 69, 81,
Grievance . 122, 125,
Extreme Weather
Discrimination .. 118,
C
26, 39, 41, 44
Exam Absence Form
Intercultural
Center......... 101
International
Exchange Center
.............. 88, 101
M
Make-up Class 13, 14
J
Meal Plan ............ 82
Japan Area Studies 21,
Medical Checkup
Certificate...... 134
22
Reasoning &
Transcript .......... 133
Natural Sciences21,
Transfer......... 37, 60
22, 40
Tuition .............. 110
S
U
Unitmate Agreement
Japan Studies Program
Move-In .............. 64
Scholarship. 114, 115
.... 21, 22, 38, 41
Move-Out ........... 67
Seeds....... 88, 92, 97
Music Room ..... 104,
Sexual Assault .... 123,
Japanese Language
Program .... 21, 22
105
124
JAS ............... 21, 22
JLP .. 21, 22, 24, 36,
42, 43
JSP ......... 21, 22, 38
L
LAC 88, 90, 98, 99,
100
Social Sciences .9, 21,
O
Laundry............... 69
Leave of Absence. 60,
62
LMS ....... 14, 24, 25
Student Center88, 89,
Office of Academic
101, 102
Affairs .... 88, 101
P
35, 36, 37
T
Temporary Advisors
..................... 43
TOEFL ......... 22, 29
158
Winter Program 8, 50
.................... 133
118
Quantitative
35, 36, 37
Student Status . 59, 62
30, 32, 33, 34,
Q
WAC 23, 24, 25, 26,
Withdrawal Certificate
Study Abroad. 23, 29,
Prerequisite .......... 10
W
Student ID .......... 20
Plagiarism .. 116, 117,
Language Acquisition
Center ....... 88, 98
22, 40
...................... 65
Y
YGU Spot ........... 92

Read Student Handbook for academic policies at iCLA.

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