25 April 2024
Minerva University has unveiled a strategic collaboration with The Nippon Foundation. Known for its innovative approach to higher learning, Minerva University places a strong emphasis on global immersion, enabling students to engage with diverse cultures across its rotation cities worldwide.
The collaboration entails a substantial investment of USD$50 million over the next decade by The Nippon Foundation. This funding will be directed towards the establishment of a new Minerva University global rotation city in Tokyo, Japan. This development adds Tokyo to the roster of existing rotation cities, which include San Francisco, Berlin, Buenos Aires, Hyderabad, Seoul, Taipei, and now, Tokyo.
Tokyo’s distinctive blend of tradition and modernity offers unparalleled opportunities for Minerva University students to actively participate as catalysts for change, not only in Japan but across Asia. Through hands-on, location-based projects, students will collaborate with local communities and businesses to gain practical insights into addressing pressing societal issues while immersing themselves in the vibrant Japanese culture.
The collaboration between Minerva University and The Nippon Foundation extends beyond financial support. It aims to foster partnerships with Japanese universities, businesses, and non-profits, as well as facilitate internship opportunities with innovative start-ups. This multifaceted approach seeks to equip students with the skills and experiences necessary to navigate and contribute meaningfully to the evolving landscape of global education and industry.
Mike Magee, President of Minerva University, expressed his enthusiasm about the addition of Tokyo to the university’s rotation cities, stating, “We’re excited to add Tokyo to our students’ global rotation. Tokyo will become our first donor-funded rotation city, offering students an immersive year-long study opportunity. We look forward to our students learning about Japanese culture and contributing to positive social change through this program.”
Jumpei Sasakawa, Executive Director of The Nippon Foundation, underscored the hands-on nature of the collaboration, stating, “The students are not simply sitting in a classroom, but also learning through discussion and going out to the field themselves to address local problems.”
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