Greetings from The Association of Science Technology and Innovation (ASTI), Malaysia!

The Association of Science Technology and Innovation (ASTI) is an association of educators, scientists, industry representatives and individuals who are committed to advancing the role of the scientific community in inspiring the youth of the nation to join and excel in the world of science. The members aim to revolutionize the teaching, understanding, and awareness of the vital role science, technology and innovation play in fulfilling the economic, health and environmental requirements of the world’s population. Members are also seeking to mentor and encourage youth to seek new innovative methods and technologies that will enhance the understanding and learning of the sciences. ASTI also tries to use Science Technology and Innovation for the advancement of mankind and the protection of the environment.

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Greetings from Kochi University of Technology, Japan!

Kochi University of Technology (KUT), established in 1997, was originally a private university. Founded by the Kochi prefectural government, KUT ambitiously set its sights in becoming a world-class university through the pursuit of unique excellence. KUT’s revolutionary design, introducing innovations contributed greatly to development in university education. Despite its relatively small scale, KUT has had a strong presence with its distinctive character and progressive education system. Notably, KUT took the lead in adopting a quarter system to enable intensive learning. Valuing student autonomy, KUT has no compulsory courses.

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Are you an outstanding individual between 18 to 30 years old and have demonstrated leadership ability and a commitment to effecting positive change across the globe? We invite you to the 2020 University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) to be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. USLS will be a life-transforming experience for you.

Who Are We?

The mission of Humanitarian Affairs is to empower young people and inspire youth who are passionate about positive social change. We aim to equip young emerging leaders with the right skills and tools to spark a generation of dynamic individuals paving the way for social change.

Humanitarian Affairs is a member of the United Nations Global Compact, World Association of Non-Governmental Organization, International Association for Voluntary Efforts and the World Alliance for Citizens Participation.

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Greetings from Toyo University in Tokyo, Japan!

Toyo University began as a private “Philosophy Academy” founded by Dr. Enryo Inoue in 1887. In light of the then-confused state Japan found itself in following the introduction of Western influences, Dr. Inoue offered a view of education that proposed that the basis of all learning lay in philosophy. Through the teaching of philosophy grounded in fundamental and logical thought, he aimed to enrich society by increasing the capabilities of the common people to engage in such intellectual activities as contemplation, conception, and judgment.

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Greetings from Chuo University, Japan!

Chuo University was founded as the Igirisu Horitsu Gakko (English Law School) in 1885. In the 134 years since its establishment, Chuo has continued to build upon its tradition and performance and stayed true to its long-held philosophy of “Fostering the Ability to Apply Knowledge to Practice,” pursuing its mission of contributing to society and nurturing pioneering individuals who go on to work for the betterment of society. Today, Chuo stands as a comprehensive university comprising eight faculties, including two established in 2019, and seven graduate schools, as well as two professional graduate schools, four affiliated high schools, two affiliated junior high schools, and nine research institutes. Driven forward by wide-ranging academic research and learning across the university community, Chuo’s original tenet of pursuing the Practical Application of Learning has been acknowledged and embraced in our current university motto, “Knowledge into Action.”

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Warm greetings from Hokkaido University, Japan!

Founded in 1876 as Sapporo Agricultural College, Hokkaido University is one of the oldest, largest, and most prestigious universities in Japan. The University also has one of Japan’s most beautiful campuses. Green spaces, forests, and creeks are spread throughout its campuses located in the cities of Sapporo and Hakodate, which experience distinct seasonal changes throughout the year. The university offers diverse degree programs for international students and places great emphasis on research in the sciences and humanities. It also houses cutting-edge research facilities, a university hospital, and a wide variety of field research centers.

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Greetings from Central European University!

Central European University (CEU) was founded in 1991 with a mission to educating free minds for a free society. Today more than 16,000 alumni carry the values —respect for knowledge and critical inquiry—into responsible positions in government, business, civil society, academic life and politics around the world. As one of the world’s most influential social sciences universities, the University has attained global recognition for teaching and research. And with students, faculty, and staff from well over a hundred countries, CEU is one of the most diverse, open and pluralistic academic communities in the world.

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Warm greetings from Tohoku University!

Tohoku University was established as Japan’s third national university in 1907. Located on the ancient site of Aoba Castle in Sendai City, Tohoku University is proud to be ranked among Japan’s leading universities. Since its establishment, Tohoku University has established itself as an academic leader, producing a number of achievements under the spirit of Research First, the philosophy of Open Doors and the policy of Practice-Oriented Research and Education.

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Warm greetings from Saitama University, Japan!

Saitama is known for its well-developed industries and cultures, well-balanced urban and natural environment and convenience. The city of Saitama is the place where the Japanese have had a close relationship with foreigners for a long time and respecting and embracing people from other areas.

As the only national university established in Saitama Prefecture, Saitama University’s history begins a century ago. Three renowned Japanese national education universities, Urawa Higher School（est.1921, Saitama Normal School （est.1873）and Saitama Youth Normal School（est. 1922）were integrated into Saitama University in 1949 to cultivate talented minds. The University was established based on the diverse characteristics and the know-how of each institute. These founding principles reflect the diversity, harmony, and progress seen on our campus today. Saitama University has long been established as a respected national university within Japan. As part of its global initiative, the University convey outstanding results born from its multifarious research projects to scholars across the world.

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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) was founded in 1880. It was built as an independent university, free from interference by either church or state. At first, the university was only open to Reformed Christians who financed the university entirely through private funding and donations (via the famous ‘VU boxes’). In the 1960s the university became primarily state-funded and has since welcomed people from a rich diversity of cultural backgrounds and religious faiths.

Ever since 1880, the university has continued to expand. It now comprises nine faculties and hosts more than 15,000 Bachelor’s and almost 11,500
Master’s students. VU Amsterdam has over 4,500 employees (3,500 FTE), and more than 20% of its academic staff has an international background. The male-female ratio is evenly distributed. The teaching and research programs cover a broad spectrum of disciplines, from the Humanities to the
Sciences and from Medicine to Theology.

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