(1) Garden Party
Every May or June, international students host the Garden Party in Iwate University and serve typical ethnic dishes from their home countries. This event provides international students with a great opportunity to showcase their home cultures to the local community; an exciting eye-opener for them. Japanese students join in and help international students during this event. This event provides a chance for everyone to make new friends while developing a greater cross-cultural awareness.
(2) Kimono Workshop
Twice a year, in spring and winter, the kimono dressing event is held for international students who have never tried on kimonos.
This event is a good opportunity to deepen their understanding of this traditional Japanese garment. Students will certainly enjoy wearing kimonos and taking pictures of themselves during this wonderful campus experience.
(3) International Student Field Trip
During summer break, there is a field trip for international students.
So far, previous students have traveled to Hokkaido, Miyagi, Fukushima, Sadogashima, and other places. This is a golden opportunity to know more of Japan.
(4) International Student Skiing Course
International students will want to take the skiing course during winter break. Iwate is so attractive to skiers that the world alpine skiing competition was held here in 1993. This is a good chance to learn how to ski from expert instructors. Beginners are welcome, of course!
(5) Local Activities
There are various international exchange events held outside of the school throughout the year. International students will have many opportunities to interact not only with friends from university but also with the local community. These activities are beneficial to both international students and the local community in that it helps them deepen their mutual cross-cultural understanding.
