Archive for 6月, 2012

Recruiting interviewers & article writers! ICC’s Research Project: Global Human Resources

水曜日, 6月 27th, 2012

Click here to read more! (Information in Japanese language only)

Likes and Interests Lunch ~ Backpacking ~

水曜日, 6月 27th, 2012

Date & Time: June 25th (Mon), 27th (Wed), 29th (Fri) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!

Ride a bus together, stay in a cheap hotel, wonder the world

while encountering all kinds of people…

Whether you’ve tried it before or would like to try it

in the future, come chat with others about seeing the world via backpack.



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!



Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp

Language Hours: Korean, Chinese, English (July)

火曜日, 6月 26th, 2012

Language Hours: Korean, Chinese, English (July)


The Language Hour is your chance to interact in a casual environment with others like you who share an interest in a common language.



Everyone, from beginners to native speakers, is welcome. It’s a great chance to not only practice a new language, but also to meet people on campus. Hope to see you there!



Date & Time:

Korean: July 11th (Wed) 2:45-3:45pm

Chinese: July 13th (Fri) 1:00-2:00pm

English: July 13th (Fri) 6:00-7:00pm






Place: 1st Fl., Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)

Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff

Free! Registration not required! Partial participation welcome!



Korean Hour: http://www.waseda-icc.jp/eng/?p=7034

Chinese Hour: http://www.waseda-icc.jp/eng/?p=7037

English Hour: http://www.waseda-icc.jp/eng/?p=7040




Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



The Second Muslim Students Café

火曜日, 6月 26th, 2012

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Outreach: School Visit – Enjoy playing with children in English!

火曜日, 6月 26th, 2012

 




Date & Time: June 26 (Tue) 8:00am-3:30pm, July 4th (Wed) 12:35-3:30pm
Place: Wasedajitsugyo Elementary School (Kokubunji, Tokyo)
Eligibility: Waseda students (See below for details)
Registration: Required (See below for details)
Places available: 18 (12 international students and 6 local students)

Get paired with a Japanese partner and visit a Japanese elementary

school to do fun activities with children in English!



For this Outreach, students will join English classes at an elementary school,

with Japanese students supporting communication between the international

students and the schoolchildren.

There is no need to prepare a lesson plan, however, team-teaching pairs

(matched by the ICC) should meet in advance to talk and ensure that they

can work smoothly during the class.



The Outreach Program is ideal for those interested in cross-cultural education,

volunteering, exchange with a Japanese student, practicing public speaking, or

teaching after graduation. We look forward to your application!



*What is the ICC Outreach Program?

The ICC Outreach Program pairs Japanese and international students to work

together to create a lesson plan and materials for a class meant to promote

cross-cultural understanding. The lessons are given at local or regional

Japanese elementary, junior and senior high schools to help foster intercultural

understanding among school students.



【Place】Wasedajitsugyo Elementary School (Kokubunji, Tokyo)

【Content】English Activities

【Eligibility】Waseda Students who are able to participate in all of the

        meetings and the actual school visit and perform required the

        duties. Fluent speakers of English or equivalent are welcome.

       *International students who can attend both programs are highly welcome!

      Note: For students who were educated in countries which are different

           from their country of nationality, depending on your own experiences

           and language ability, you may apply for the international student

           role or the Japanese student role.



—【Program 1】5th grade class (June 26) ——————————–



Theme: English Idioms

      Talk about idioms from various countries with children in simple English



Visit Date: June 26 (Tue) 2012, 8:00am-3:30pm (includes lunch)

       *8:00am meeting time at Kokubunji station

       (To arrive at Kokubunji on time, if departing from Shinjuku,

        you should take the 7:31am train on the day of the class.)

Class students: 5th graders

Capacity: 12 students (6 Japanese students and 6 international students)



—【Program 2】6th grade class (July 4) ——————————–



Theme: Kokubunji Orienteering (international students only)

      Go to various points around Kokubunji and communicate with students

      in simple English



Visit Date: July 4th (Wed) 2012 12:35-3:30pm

       *12:35 Meeting time at Kokubunji Station

       (To arrive at Kokubunji on time, if departing from Shinjuku,

        you should take the 12:07pm train on the day of the class.)

Class students: 6th graders

Capacity: 6 international students



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【Registration】Via Waseda-net Portal

       Waseda-net Portal” → ”System Services” → ”Applications”

       →「ICCアウトリーチ:早実初等部英語 Outreach: School Visit –

         Enjoy playing with children in English! (June 26 & July 4)

【Application Deadline】 June 19th (Tue), 9:00am

【Result announcement】 June 19th (Tue) Make sure to check your e-mail on this day.

【Schedule】 June 21 (Thur), 12:20-12:50pm Orientation at ICC Lounge

         June 26 (Tue), 8:00am-3:30pm 5th grade class activity day

         July 4 (Wed), 12:35-3:30pm 6th grade class activity day

      *Please note that attendance is required at the orientation.



*Round trip transportation expenses will be provided by the school.



*Participants will be decided after consideration of reasons

 for applying, and also according to the details/requests from the

 host schools.



Note: Although this is a volunteer program, participants will be a part of

    a class at scheduled time for a school, and so dropping out of the

    program or being late is not acceptable. Participants are

    expected to be present and on time for all activities and meetings

    in order to ensure the program runs smoothly.



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: outreach@list.waseda.jp

ICC Field Trip Kotobuki-chiku Tour and Visit to NPO Sanagi-tachi ~Learn about the poverty that exists in Japan~

月曜日, 6月 25th, 2012

Date & Time: June 28th (Thur) 4:00-6:00pm
Place: Kotobuki-chiku, Yokohama-shi, (JR Ishikawachou Station)
Eligibility: Waseda students
Registration: Required (See below for details)
Fee: Free
Capacity: 15 People

Are you aware of the poverty that exists within Japan?



Kotobuki-chiku, located in Yokohama’s Naka-ku, is one of the

largest low-income lodging areas in Japan, with approximately

6,500 people living in 120 shelters.



Non-profit organization “Sanagi-tachi” works in this area to

provide support to people who have lost everything: their

jobs, houses, and families. “Sanagi-tachi” not only gives

material aid, but also mental and physical support as well.



On this field trip, in order to learn more about the reality of

Japanese society, we will take a tour around kotobuki-chiku and

find out more about the activities that NPO Sanagi-tachi undertakes.

Use this opportunity to become more aware of the current problems

in Japanese society.



Date&Time: June 28th (Thur) 4:00-6:00pm 

      Meet at Waseda Stn. at the ticket gate for Takadanobaba Stn.

      at 2:45pm sharp.



Place: Kotobuki-chiku, Yokohama-shi, (JR Ishikawachou Station)



Eligibility: Waseda Students



Language: Japanese



Fee: Free (material fees will be subsidized by the ICC)

   Transportation expenses are the responsibility of the participants.

   (780 yen one-way from Waseda Stn. to Ishikawachou Stn.)



Registration: Through Waseda-net Portal

      [System Services]-[Registration]-[ICCフィールド・トリップ:

      横浜寿地区案内とNPOさなぎ達見学

      Kotobuki-chiku Tour and Visit to NPO Sanagi-tachi (6/28)]



Registration Deadline: 9:00am, June 20 (Wed)

       All registrants will receive a confirmation message on this day.

       Please make sure that your e-mail account is not over storage quota.



Capacity: 15 People



Reference:

Yokohama City Government website (Japanese language only)
寿地区での労働の課題


NPO Sanagi tachi (Japanese language only)



Inquiries:ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: field-trip@list.waseda.jp

Lunch Event Series (July) ~ English Lunch, Chinese Lunch, Likes and Interests Lunch “Korean Wave” ~

月曜日, 6月 25th, 2012

Looking for a centrally located place to eat lunch?

Want to casually meet new friends during the lunch period?

Come check out the ICC Lunch events in April. Bring your own lunch

and get a seat… while you can!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat or are busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, then this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



Themes & dates:

English Lunch: July 3(Tue), 12(Thur)

  Meet English speaking students from all over campus!

  Networking, friends, and fun, all centrally located at Bldg. 7.



Chinese Lunch: July 5(Thur)

  Try practicing your Chinese or chat with other native speakers

  at the ICC’s Chinese lunch. Come with friends or by yourself,

  it’s a great chance to meet people.



Likes and Interests Lunch ~ Korean Wave ~: July 10(Tue)

  Interested in German culture or studying German?

  Are you a native German speaker interested in chatting with others?

  Then don’t miss the ICC German Lunch, all levels welcome!



Time: 12:15-12:55pm

Place: ICC Lounge (1st Fl.,Bldg 7)

Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!




Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp





ICC Visitor Session:Japanese-major students from Asia and Oceania -Lunch, Informal Discussion, and Campus Tour-

日曜日, 6月 24th, 2012

Click here to read more! (Information in Japanese language only)

German Hour ~Meet other German Speakers!~

日曜日, 6月 24th, 2012




Date & Time: June 29th(Fri) 4:30~ 5:30pm
Place: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required (partial participation OK)
Fee: Free!

The Language Hour is your chance to interact in a casual environment

with others like you who share an interest in a common language.



Everyone, from beginners to native speakers, is welcome!

It’s a great chance to not only practice a new language, but

also to meet people on campus. Hope to see you there!






Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



ICC Visitor Session 【City University of Hong Kong】 Campus Tour, Lunch, & Informal Discussion Session

土曜日, 6月 23rd, 2012

Date & Time: June 30 (Sat), 11:00am-2:00pm
Place: Okuma Garden House(Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students
Registration: Required (See below for details)
Fee: Lunch fee to be born by the participants themselves.
Language: Japanese

A student delegation from the City University of Hong Kong is coming to

Waseda and the ICC. Show students from Hong Kong around campus, have lunch

together, and enjoy a a casual exchange session in Japanese. Members of the

Tokyo Hong Kong Waseda Alumni Association will also join.



Date & Time: June 30 (Sat), 11:00am-2:00pm



Venue: Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)



Program:

     11:00am-11:45am Campus tour

               *This does not have to be a professional tour.

                In small groups, please just show the visiting

                students some of your favorite spots on campus!

     11:45am-1:00pm Lunch (Okuma Garden House Cafeteria 2nd Fl.)

                 (Theme:Campus Life)

     Note) You are welcome to register even if you are not able

         to participate in all of the sessions.

         Please indicate what portions of the program

         you are able to attend on your application form.



Eligibility: Waseda students who are able to engage in discussion

         in Japanese.



Capacity: Approximately 20 people

       (In the case of a large number of applications, priority will

        be given to those who can attend all parts of the program.)



Fee: Lunch fee to be born by the participants themselves.



Language: Japanese

       (For personal conversation, feel free to use Chinese or English

        as appropriate)



Registration: Required.

       Access Waseda-net Portal → System Services → Application →

       「ICCビジター・セッション【香港城市大学】

       ICC Visitor Session【City University of Hong Kong】(6/30)」



Registration Deadline: June 20 (Wed) 9:00am



Result Announcement: June 21 (Thur) *Results will be sent by email.



Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-visitor@list.waseda.jp

Now Recruiting Student Staff Leaders!

土曜日, 6月 23rd, 2012

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ICC Sports: Ping-Pong Match

土曜日, 6月 23rd, 2012




Date & Time: June 30th (Sat), 2:45 – 5:00pm
Place: 3rd Fl., Building 17
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Required (See below for details)
Fee: Free!

Attention sports fans!



Enjoy ping pong and exchange with members of the Waseda Table Tennis Club!

First, play a fun round of doubles matches with other participants.

Afterward, if you would like a challenge, you can even try playing against

a table tennis club member!



Whether you are a serious player or a beginner just looking to have some fun,

if you enjoy ping pong then don’t miss this event!



Program:

 1) Doubles Tournament (ICC will match you with a partner)

 2) Demonstration game by the Waseda Table Tennis Club

 3) Challenge session with Waseda Table Tennis Club members




Capacity: Around 50 participants

* In the event of a large number of applicants a lottery will be held



Registration: On-line via Waseda-net portal:

System Services → Application → 「ICCスポーツ企画「ピンポン・

マッチ」(6/30) / ICC Sports: Ping-pong Match (June 30th)」



Registration Deadline: June 26th (Tue) 9:00am

* The application results will be announced by e-mail on June 26th.



* Please note that ICC will select the teams



Cooperation: Waseda University Table Tennis Club


Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 Email: icc-sports@list.waseda.jp



JICA & ICC Presents: Overseas Volunteer Seminar Series – Jobs Involving International Cooperation – Third Session: Japanese Language Teacher (Dispatch Location: Argentine)

金曜日, 6月 22nd, 2012

Click here to read more! (Information in Japanese language only)

ICC’s Outreach: Wasedajitsugyo Elementary School 

金曜日, 6月 22nd, 2012




Date & Time: July 2nd (Mon), 9:50am – 3:00pm
Place: Wasedajitsugyo Elementary School (Kokubunji city ,Tokyo)
Eligibility: Waseda students (See below for details)
Registration: Required (See below for details)

Get paired with a Japanese partner and visit a Japanese school to teach children

about your culture! Hear the details of how to give a school lesson at the ICC’s

program orientation and meet your partner!



The Outreach Program is ideal for those interested in cross-cultural education,

volunteering, exchange with a Japanese student, practicing public speaking, or

teaching after graduation. We look forward to your application!



*What is the ICC Outreach Program?

The ICC Outreach Program pairs Japanese and international students to work together

to create a lesson plan and materials for a class meant to promote cross-cultural

understanding. The lessons are given at local or regional Japanese elementary, junior,

and senior high schools to help foster intercultural understanding among school students.



<Place>: Wasedajitsugyo Elementary School (Kokubunji city ,Tokyo)



Date & Time: July 2nd (Mon), 9:50am – 3:00pm

          *Meet at the Kokubunji Station at 9:50am.

          (If departing from Shinjuku, it is necessary to take the train at 9:22am)

Class: 3rd and 4th grade students (1 lesson 2 times)

Content: Introduce your country and culture

       (Create and practice a lesson plan together with your partner,

        then carry it out at the school)

Eligibility: Waseda Students who are able to participate in all meetings

         and the actual school visit, and who are willing to perform

         the required duties

Places available: 6



Registration Process: Register online from Waseda-net Portal

           “Waseda-net Portal” → ”System Services” → ”Applications”

           →”【ICCアウトリーチ:早実初等部(7/2)

             ICC Outreach: Wasedajitsugyo Elementary School (July 2)】”

Registration Deadline: June 11th (Mon), 9:00am

Result Announcement: June 11th (Mon)

                *Be sure to check your email throughout the day

                 on this date if you apply.



Schedule:June 13th (Wed) 12:20~12:50pm Orientation@ICC lounge

        June 20th (Wed) 9:00am Lesson plan 1st draft submission deadline by email

        June 22nd (Fri)  12:20~12:50pm Meeting (lesson plan review)@ICC lounge

        June 28th (Thur) 9:00am Lesson Plan 2nd draft submission deadline by email

        June 29th (Fri)  12:20~12:50pm Last Meeting@ICC lounge

        July 2nd (Mon)  9:50am~3:00pm School visit

       *Please note that attendance is required at all meetings.



*In addition to the above meetings, it is necessary to meet several times

 with your assigned partner in order to plan, prepare, and practice the lesson.



*Transportation expenses and lesson plan materials (paper, color copies, etc.)

 will be provided by the ICC.



*Participants will be decided after reviewing their reasons for applying,

 and also according to the details/requests from the host schools.



Note: Although this is a volunteer program, participants will be teaching

    a class at a scheduled time and school, and so dropping out of the

    program or being late is not acceptable. Participants are

    expected to be present and on time for all meetings in order

    to ensure the program runs smoothly.



Participant Experiences:

Japan’s and My Own Culture with Eyes Toward the Future Visiting an

 elementary school in Tokyo (English article)


Japanese student’s perspective on Outreach (Japanese language only)



Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: outreach@list.waseda.jp

Clean-up Project ~Let’s clean our neighborhood!~

木曜日, 6月 21st, 2012


Date & Time: July 2nd (Mon), 10:00~11:00am
Areas to be cleaned: Takadanobaba Ginza Shotengai (Shopping Street)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty & staff members
Registration: Required (*see below)
Fees: Free

Let’s make Takadanobaba shopping street, Waseda students’ second home,

a cleaner and more comfortable place! You may feel refreshed in body and spirit.



Registration:via Waseda-net Portal

         Waseda-net Portal → [System Services] → [Application]→

         ICCお掃除プロジェクト参加登録(7/2) ICC Clean-up Project Registration(July 2)



Registration Deadline: June 22nd (Fri), 9:00am



Note: This Cleaning-Up Project is regularly held on the 1st day of every month

at 10:00a.m. by the Environment Enhancement Section of Shinjuku-ku Local Government,

Takadanobaba Ginza Shopping Street, and Takadanobaba Nishi Shopping Street.



Sponsor / Cooperation:

Shinjuku City Office; Takadanobaba Ginza Shopping Street; Takadanobaba Nishi Shopping Street

Waseda University Hirayama Ikuo Volunteer Center



Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-clean@list.waseda.jp


  

English Lunch ~Meet other English speakers over lunch!~

木曜日, 6月 21st, 2012

Date & Time: July 3rd (Tue), 12th (Thur) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!

Meet English speaking students from all over campus!

Networking, friends, and fun, all centrally located at Bldg. 7.



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!



Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp

dentsu and ICC: Creative Group Competition “Japan Tourism Cup” Session1: Keynote lecture by Dentsu Assistant Director Session2: Japan Tourism Cup Final Presentations

水曜日, 6月 20th, 2012

Click here to read more! (Information in Japanese language only)

ICC Sports Watching Event (Association Football Club) 63rd Waseda-Keio Soccer Game and National Stadium Tour

水曜日, 6月 20th, 2012

Date & Time: July 4 (Wed), 4:00-9:00pm
Place: National Stadium
Eligibility: Waseda students (international students highly welcome!)
Registration: Required (See below for details)
Fee: 500yen and transportation fee
Language: English and Japanese

Attention soccer fans at Waseda!

The 63rd Waseda-Keio Soccer Game will be held on July 4th.

Come cheer on Waseda’s soccer team at this match rich with

tradition at the National Stadium!



This special event will also feature a tour of Japan’s National

Stadium before the match begins. Visitors will be able to see

the National Stadium’s sports museum, the place for the Olympic

torch flame, the VIP room, the normally off-limits locker room,

and other areas that are must see for all sports fans.

Don’t miss this special opportunity and what will surely be a

fun event!



Date & Time: July 4 (Wed), 4:00-9:00pm

          Meeting place: ICC Lounge at 3:00pm

                     OR In front of Sendagaya Station at 3:30pm



Place: National Stadium



Program: 4:00pm Stadium Tour(Olypic flame stand, locker room, etc)

        4:30pm Prince Chichibunomiya Sports Museum

        5:00pm End of the tour → Receive goods, proceed to the stands

        7:00pm Game Kickoff

        Games ends at approximately 9:00pm. 

※You are welcome to apply only for the game as well.

 Please choose your preferred program(s) on the application form.



Capacity: Approximately 40 students (in the event of a large number of applicants

                              a random lottery will be held)



Participation Fee: 500yen (stadium tour fee)

             Transportation fee (310yen from Waseda)

             *Game tickets will be provided free!

             *Cheering goods will be given as a free gift!



Registration: Via Waseda-net Portal

         Waseda-net Portal → [System Services] → 

         [Application] → 第63回早慶サッカー定期戦観戦&国立競技場スタジアムツアー(7/4)

         ICC Sports Waseda-Keio Soccer Game (July 4)



Application Deadline: June 27th (Wed) 9:00am

              *Application results will be sent by email on June 27th



Co-host: Association Football Club



Cooperation: Athletic Center, Waseda University



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-sports@list.waseda.jp



Waseda University Association Football Club TEL: 042-466-9755 E-mail: wmw@mvg.biglobe.ne.jp

ICC Irish Festival : Irish Movie Screening -A collection of short films-

火曜日, 6月 19th, 2012


Date & Time: July 5th (Thur) 4:20-6:00pm
Place: Building 26, B104 (Multipurpose Lecture Hall)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free

Ireland is home to a rich cinematic culture, not only including

famous movies like “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Once” but also short films.

At this Irish Festival event, the ICC will screen a selection of

short films from Ireland. There will be 8 movies shown that were

made from 2005 to 2010 and they include dramas, musicals, and more.



You won’t be able to see these films at your local cinema,

so take this chance to enjoy these short movies with other

Ireland or movie fans.



Language: English with Japanese subtitles

        (introduction before the films will be done in Japanese)



Capacity: 80 people (first come, first served)



Program:

  4:20-4:30pm Film introduction by a guest from the Embassy of Ireland in Tokyo

  4:30-6:00pm Film Screening



Cooperation: The Embassy of Ireland,Tokyo, the Waseda Ireland Institute



Photo credit: Tourism Ireland



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: country-festival@list.waseda.jp

Chinese Lunch ~Meet other Chinese speakers over lunch!~

火曜日, 6月 19th, 2012




Date & Time: July 5th (Thur) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!


Try practicing your Chinese or chat with other native speakers

at the ICC’s Chinese lunch. Come with friends or by yourself,

it’s a great chance to meet people.



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!





Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



ICC Irish Festival : Embassy Guest Lecture (Japanese) × Irish Dance Performance

月曜日, 6月 18th, 2012


Date & Time: July 6th (Fri) 4:30-7:10pm
Place: 1st Fl., Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, staff, and the general public
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free
Language: Japanese (questions can be in English during the Q&A)

Get closer to Irish culture through an interesting lecture and dancing!



For this ICC event, the Press & Cultural Attache of the Irish Embassy

will give a talk about Irish customs, lifestyles, the values held

by Irish youth, and more.



The lecture will then be followed by a fun quiz session about Ireland,

with the winner receiving Irish goods. Afterward, CCE Japan will

introduce an Irish dance! Dancers clad in costumes with the symbolic

green of Ireland will perform light-step dance against a backdrop of

live music played with traditional Irish instruments. Participants

will also be able to try the dance with help from the Irish performers!



Don’t miss this enjoyable cultural experience.



Program:

  4:30-5:30pm Talk Session “The Charm of Ireland”

            by Press & Cultural Attache of the Irish Embassy

  5:30-5:45pm Irish Quiz (Irish goods awarded to the winner)

  5:45-6:00pm Exchange Time

            Try “Soda Bread”, a traditionaly Irish food! (first 40 people)

            Irish cookies and tea will also be available!

  6:10-7:10pm Irish dance performance by CCE Japan, dance experience



◆Talk Session Guest:

Aisling Braiden, Irish Embassy, Press & Cultural Attache.

Born in London, Ms. Braiden has lived in Dublin, Madrid, Barcelona,

Brussels, Paris, Bangkok, and various other places as a child.

She received her Bachelor’s in English and French from Trinity College

in Dublin, where she also received her MBA. Ms. Braiden came to Japan

on the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology’s

JET Programme and taught English at a junior high school in Suzuka City,

Mie Prefecture. Since 1999 she has worked as the Press & Cultural Attache

at the Embassy of Ireland. She speaks Japanese and a number of European languages.

Her interests include fine art, education, travel, and the outdoors.



◆Irish Dance Guest:

Kozo Toyota

 Irish Flute & Whistles

Hirofumi Nakamura

 Guitar & Accordion

Yuka Nakafuji

 Fiddle(Violin) & Concertina

CCE Japan

 CCE is an “Irish Musician Society” headquartered in Dublin, Ireland,

 which carries on the traditions of Irish music, dance, language, and culture.

 CCE’s Japanese branch, CCE Japan, was established in 1991.

 The group holds music and dance classes, performs at a variety of events,

 and works to promote and spread traditional Irish culture throughout Japan.



Cooperation: The Embassy of Ireland,Japan, the Waseda Ireland Institute



Sponsor: Irish Pub The Morrigan’s

       Ireland house hero



Photo credit: Tourism Ireland



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: country-festival@list.waseda.jp

ICC Visitor Session: Asian University for Women (Campus Tour, Discussion, and Reception)

月曜日, 6月 18th, 2012

Date & Time: July 6th (Fri), 2:45-7:30pm
Place: ICC Lounge (Bldg. 7, 1F)
Eligibility: Waseda students who are able to engage in discussion in English
Registration: Required (See below for details)
Fee: Free
Language: English

5 students from Asian University for Women (Bangladesh) will visit Waseda

to have a discussion with Waseda students about women in leadership positions.

Students who want to enjoy this English discussion session are highly

encouraged to apply.



Program:

     2:45-4:15pm Discussion Session at the ICC Lounge (theme listed below)

     4:15-5:15pm Campus tour

              *This does not have to be a professional tour.

               In small groups, please just show the visiting

               students some of your favorite spots on campus!

     5:30-7:30pm Get-together at Uni.shop & Cafe 125 


     Note) You are welcome to register even if you are not able

         to participate in all of the sessions.

         Please indicate what portions of the program

         you are able to attend on your application form.

        *Note that in the event of a large number of applicants,

         preference will be given to those who are able to attend

         most, or all, of the above sessions.



Capacity: 10 students

       (In the case of a large number of applications, priority will

        be given to those who can attend all parts of the program.)



Registration: Required.

       Access Waseda-net Portal → System Services → Application →

       「ICCビジター・セッション【アジア女子大学(バングラデシュ)】

       ICC Visitor Session(Asian University for Women)(July 6)」



Registration Deadline: July 2nd (Mon) 9:00am

     *Application results will be sent by email on the same day.



Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-visitor@list.waseda.jp

Shiseido & ICC: Cultural Exchange and Beauty Seminar / Eligibility: Waseda female students from China, Taiwan, or Hong Kong

土曜日, 6月 16th, 2012

Click here to read more! (Information in Japanese language only)

Likes and Interests Lunch ~ Korean Wave ~

金曜日, 6月 15th, 2012

Date & Time: July 10th (Tue) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!

Although the Korean wave isn’t quite what it was a few months ago,

you can still meet up with other Korean pop-culture fans at the ICC’s

Korean Wave Lunch. Whether you’re into Korean music, dramas, or movies,

come join this lunch to chat about your favorites and find out

if there’s anything you’re missing out on!



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!



Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp

Korean Hour ~Meet other Korean Speakers!~

木曜日, 6月 14th, 2012




Date & Time: July 11th (Wed) 2:45-3:45pm
Place: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required (partial participation OK)
Fee: Free!

Your opportunity to meet other students and enjoy casual conversation

in the language you want to use, the ICC Language Hours.



These events feature an hour of free conversation in a designated

language. Want to chat with Japanese and international students

in your fluent tongue? Looking to practice a language you’re learning?

Either way, you’re highly welcome at the Language Hours,

we hope to see you there!






Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



Chinese Hour ~Meet other Chinese Speakers!~

火曜日, 6月 12th, 2012




Date & Time: July 13th (Fri) 1:00-2:00pm
Place: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required (partial participation OK)
Fee: Free!

Your opportunity to meet other students and enjoy casual conversation

in the language you want to use, the ICC Language Hours.



These events feature an hour of free conversation in a designated

language. Want to chat with Japanese and international students

in your fluent tongue? Looking to practice a language you’re learning?

Either way, you’re highly welcome at the Language Hours,

we hope to see you there!






Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



ICC Talk Session: Life and law in Indonesia Guest: Irma Devita Purnamasari, Writer, speaker, and law expert from Indonesia

火曜日, 6月 12th, 2012





Date & Time: July 13th (Fri), 4:30-6:00pm
Venue: ICC Lounge (1F, Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, staff, and public
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free
Language: English
Capacity: 30 people

Come listen to stories by an Indonesian public notary!



Well known in Indonesia, Irma Devita Purnamasari is an expert

on law and legal matters, including Islamic law. She has appeared

on talk shows for national Indonesian television/radio to

discuss a variety of legal issues. She has written several books

and is a public speaker, instructor, and trainer. For this event,

she will come to the ICC to talk about life and law in Indonesia

as well as her experiences as a sought-after legal expert.



Guest:Irma Devita Purnamasari,

      writer, speaker, and law expert

 Graduated from the faculty of law at the University of

 Indonesiaand went on to get a Master’s of Notary from

 the same university, leading to her position as an official

 public notary in Jakarta. In Indonesia, notaries are similar

 to lawyers, giving legal advice and also overseeing official

 transactions with the Indonesian government for which

 they work.



Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-talk@list.waseda.jp



English Hour ~Meet other English Speakers!~

火曜日, 6月 12th, 2012




Date & Time: July 13th (Fri) 6:00-7:00pm
Place: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required (partial participation OK)
Fee: Free!

Your opportunity to meet other students and enjoy casual conversation

in the language you want to use, the ICC Language Hours.



These events feature an hour of free conversation in a designated

language. Want to chat with Japanese and international students

in your fluent tongue? Looking to practice a language you’re learning?

Either way, you’re highly welcome at the Language Hours,

we hope to see you there!






Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



ICC Irish Festival (July 5 & 6) ~Irish Movie Screening, Embassy Guest Lecture × Irish Dance Performance~

月曜日, 6月 11th, 2012

Ireland is northwestern European country that’s an Island nation

like Japan but smaller, about the size of Hokkaido.

Not only is Ireland famous for its lush green scenery and

Guinness pouring pubs, it also has a rich culture of traditional

dance and music. Numerous masterpieces in literature, drama, and poetry

were created by Irish authors, many of whom are Nobel Prize winners.



Come experience the charms of Ireland that have made it a popular

tourist destination and a cultural influence throughout the world.



Irish Movie Screening -A collection of short films-

 July 5th (Thur) 4:30-6:15pm

 

 Ireland is home to a rich cinematic culture, not only including

 famous movies like “Ryan’s Daughter” and “Once” but also short films.

 At this Irish Festival event, the ICC will screen a selection of

 short films from Ireland. There will be 8 movies shown that were

 made from 2005 to 2010 and they include dramas, musicals, and more.



 You won’t be able to see these films at your local cinema,

 so take this chance to enjoy these short movies with other

 Ireland or movie fans.



Embassy Guest Lecture (Japanese) × Irish Dance Performance

 July 6th (Fri) 4:30-7:10pm



 Get closer to Irish culture through an interesting lecture and dancing!



 For this ICC event, the Press & Cultural Attache of the Irish Embassy

 will give a talk about Irish customs, lifestyles, the values held

 by Irish youth, and more.



 The lecture will then be followed by a fun quiz session about Ireland,

 with the winner receiving Irish goods. Afterward, CCE Japan will

 introduce an Irish dance! Dancers clad in costumes with the symbolic

 green of Ireland will perform light-step dance against a backdrop of

 live music played with traditional Irish instruments. Participants

 will also be able to try the dance with help from the Irish performers!



 Don’t miss this enjoyable cultural experience.



Inquiries Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: country-festival@list.waseda.jp

ICC Brown Bag Lunch ~ Great networking opportunity ~

土曜日, 6月 9th, 2012

Date & Time: June 1st (Fri), 4th (Mon), 13th (Wed), 22nd(Fri) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!

Have lunch at the lounge to talk about whatever you like in

any language you want. An easy way to meet people and make new friends,

start expanding your network at Waseda!



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!



Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp

Chinese Lunch ~Meet other Chinese speakers over lunch!~

土曜日, 6月 9th, 2012




Date & Time: June 6th (Wed), 15th(Fri) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!


Try practicing your Chinese or chat with other native speakers

at the ICC’s Chinese lunch. Come with friends or by yourself,

it’s a great chance to meet people.



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!



A message from a Chinese Lunch Coordinator:


大家好!


我是葛文琰,我来自上海,现在是教育系日语日本文学专业3年级的学生。

我很真诚地邀请你参加“中文午餐”。“中文午餐”顾名思义,就是边用中文聊天边吃午餐的意思。

中文午餐,不仅为中国留学生和学习中文的日本学生提供了一个交流的平台,你同时还能在这里结

交来自中国各地的留学生来交流在日本的生活,学习,就业等等。


独乐乐不如众乐乐,何不来中文午餐和大家一起分享你的生活呢?




In English




Hello, everyone!


My name is Wenyan Ge. I’m from Shanghai. I am s junior student of the

education school majoring in Japanese linguistics and literature.

I would like to invite you to join ‘Chinese Lunch’. ‘Chinese Lunch’

means chatting in Chinese while having lunch. Chinese Lunch provides a

platform for Chinese students and Japanese students who are learning

Chinese to communicate. Meanwhile, you can also make friends with Chinese

students from different areas and share your life, study,

job hunting and so on in Japan.



Come to Chinese Lunch and share your life with others!





Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



English Lunch ~Meet other English speakers over lunch!~

土曜日, 6月 9th, 2012

Date & Time: June 8th (Fri), 11th (Mon), 20th(Wed) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!

Meet English speaking students from all over campus!

Networking, friends, and fun, all centrally located at Bldg. 7.



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!



Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp

Chinese Hour ~Meet other Chinese Speakers!~

土曜日, 6月 9th, 2012




Date & Time: June 8th (Fri) , 25th (Mon) 2:45-3:45pm
Place: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required (partial participation OK)
Fee: Free!

Your opportunity to meet other students and enjoy casual conversation

in the language you want to use, the ICC Language Hours.



These events feature an hour of free conversation in a designated

language. Want to chat with Japanese and international students

in your fluent tongue? Looking to practice a language you’re learning?

Either way, you’re highly welcome at the Language Hours,

we hope to see you there!






Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



English Hour ~Meet other English Speakers!~

土曜日, 6月 9th, 2012




Date & Time: June 8th (Fri) 4:30-5:30pm, 27th (Wed) 2:45-3:45pm
Place: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required (partial participation OK)
Fee: Free!

Your opportunity to meet other students and enjoy casual conversation

in the language you want to use, the ICC Language Hours.



These events feature an hour of free conversation in a designated

language. Want to chat with Japanese and international students

in your fluent tongue? Looking to practice a language you’re learning?

Either way, you’re highly welcome at the Language Hours,

we hope to see you there!






Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



Spanish Hour ~Meet other Spanish Speakers!~

土曜日, 6月 9th, 2012




Date & Time: June 11th (Mon) 1:30-2:30pm
Place: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required (partial participation OK)
Fee: Free!

Your opportunity to meet other students and enjoy casual conversation

in the language you want to use, the ICC Language Hours.



These events feature an hour of free conversation in a designated

language. Want to chat with Japanese and international students

in your fluent tongue? Looking to practice a language you’re learning?

Either way, you’re highly welcome at the Language Hours,

we hope to see you there!



★”ICC Fiesta de España” Related Events

 Flamenco Night

 Spanish Travel Cafe

 Diplomat Guest Lecture



Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp



ICC Fiesta de España: Flamenco Night -Enjoy this energetic Spanish dance-

土曜日, 6月 9th, 2012


Date & Time: June 11th (Mon), 4:30-6:00pm
Venue: 1st Fl., Okuma Garden House (Bldg.25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free
Language: Lecture in Japanese (questions in Spanish okay)

Soccer, travel, cuisine… in a variety of ways, Spain can be considered

a “hot” country. One of the best symbols of the passion of this culture

is the Flamenco dance. From the Andalusia region of southern Spain,

Flamenco is a blend of music and dance styles that creates a unique and

colorful folk dance.



For this event, a leading Flamenco instructor from Spain will come to the

ICC to give a talk about Flamenco and provide a free dance lesson!

Don’t miss this chance to experience authentic Flamenco dance and the

appeal of Spain!



Program:

1. 4:30-5:20pm Lecture from Instructor Benito: The history and growth of Flamenco

2. 5:20-6:00pm Flamenco Lesson



Instructor Profile:

Benito Garcia Pino

Born in 1977 in Cordoba, Spain. Began Flamenco at age 7,

and debuted as a professional at age 16.

Established the Benito Garcia Flamenco Studio in Japan.

Has appeared in a Pola cosmetics commercial, a LOEWE event,

and on a variety of TV shows. Currently he does live performances

and TV appearances. From 2008-2009 he was a Flamenco instructor at the

Instituto Cervantes, Spanish Cultural Center in Tokyo.

In 2011 he appeared in a promotional video for the Spanish Soccer League

“Liga Espanola”.



Support: Instituto Cervantes, Spanish Cultural Center in Tokyo



★”ICC Fiesta de España” Related Events

 Spanish Hour

 Spanish Travel Cafe

 Diplomat Guest Lecture



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: country-festival@list.waseda.jp

Field Trip JAL Airlines Maintenance Factory Visit

金曜日, 6月 8th, 2012

Date & Time: June 12th (Tue) 2:45 – 4:30pm
Place: Tokyo Monorail Shinseibijou Station, JAL Maintenance Factory
Eligibility: Waseda students
Registration: Required (See below for details)
Fee: Free! (Excluding transportation fee)
Language: General information session: English

Factory tour: English or Japanese

The always popular Japan Airlines Maintenance Factory Tour is back this term!



Take a trip out to near Haneda Airport where the factory is located and enjoy

the privilege of hearing from JAL experts at the site about how these giant jets

are kept in top flying condition.

Afterward, visit the aircraft hanger to see a plane undergoing maintenance work.

Get up close to one of these large aircraft and learn interesting facts about air travel.



If you have an interest in airplanes, flight, or even just travel, then be sure to

apply for this tour!





Date & Time:June 12th (Tue), 2:45 – 4:30pm

       (It takes about one hour to get to the factory from Waseda.

       If leaving from Waseda, you need to depart Waseda Station by 1:45pm)



Place: Tokyo Monorail Shinseibijou Station, JAL Maintenance Factory



Fee: Free (participants must pay for their own transportation,

         this is the 790 yen one way from Waseda Stn.)



Language: General information session: English

         Factory tour: English or Japanese



Registration: via Waseda-net Portal

       Waseda-net Portal → [System Services] → [Application]→

       ICCフィールド・トリップ JAL整備工場見学 JAL Airlines

       Maintenance Factory Visit (6/12)



Registration Deadline: May 25th (Fri), 9:00am



Capacity: 50 people

      (In the event that a large number of applications are received,

      a random lottery will be held to select participants, with the

      results announced by email on Friday, May 25th.)



*Important Application Information

 Please note that if you apply for this trip and are selected to participate,

 it is generally not acceptable to cancel your registration, especially

 cancelling without any advance notice.

 These types of cancellations are a major inconvenience for both the ICC and

 the JAL Factory and may jeopardize the potential for future JAL Factory visits.

 Therefore, only apply if you are certain that you can and will join on the day

 of the visit if selected.





Inquiries:ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: field-trip@list.waseda.jp


ICC Fiesta de España: Spanish Travel Cafe -Discover and share the appeal of Spain!-

木曜日, 6月 7th, 2012





Date & Time: June 13th (Wed), 2:45-4:15pm
Venue: 1st Fl, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, staff, and the general public
Registration: Not required (partial participation welcome)
Fee: Free
Language: Talk Session in Japanese

*Enjoy talking in the language of your choice during the cafe time.

When it comes to symbols of Spain, the country of passion,

you might think of Flamenco, bullfighting, and soccer.

However, these are just a few of the areas that represent

Spain’s rich cultural diversity.



As part of the ICC’s Spanish Week, the ICC will hold the Spanish

Travel Cafe. For this event, a speaker from the National Tourist

Office of Spain will introduce the rich appeal of Spain’s diverse

regions, the influence of Islamic culture in Spain over 8 centuries,

useful travel and tourism information, and more.



Additionally, Spanish students at Waseda will also share about Spain.

Ask any questions you like and learn directly from those who have

lived in Spain. Join this event and discover Spanish culture!



Program:

 1. 2:45-3:15pm Talk from the National Tourist Office of Spain

              ”The Spanish Appeal”

 2. 3:15-3:35pm Introduction of Spain by Spanish students

 3. 3:35-4:15pm Cafe Time



Guest Speaker: Horasawa Toru

Marketing Manager, National Tourist Office of Spain

Started in 1999 after working at the Japanese office

of leading Spanish travel and airline company, Iberia Spain



★Traditional Spanish cakes “Polvoron” for the first 50 people!



Cooperation/photos from: National Tourist Office of Spain



★”ICC Fiesta de España” Related Events

 Flamenco Night

 Spanish Hour

 Diplomat Guest Lecture



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: country-festival@list.waseda.jp



ICC Fiesta de España: Diplomat Guest Lecture (English) Guests: Deputy Head of Mission at the Spanish Embassy, Cultural Manager at the Instituto Cervantes

木曜日, 6月 7th, 2012



Date & Time: June 13th (Wed) 4:30-6:00pm 
Venue: 1st Fl., Okuma Garden House (Bldg.25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, staff, and the general public
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free
Language: English (questions in Spanish possible during Q&A)

Are you interested in Spain, Spanish-speaking countries, and their international relations?

A diplomat from the Spanish embassy and a manager from the Instituto Cervantes in Tokyo

will come to the ICC to give lectures and hold a Q&A session with students during our Spanish

Week. Take this exceptional opportunity to learn more about Spain and the culture and

international relations of Spanish-speaking countries.



The first guest will be the Deputy Head of Mission from the Spanish Embassy, and the second

guest will be the Cultural Manager from the Instituto Cervantes. The lectures will both be held

in English, however, questions in Spanish will also be possible during the Q&A session.

Anyone interested in joining is highly encouraged to come and participate!



Program:
4:30-5:05pm Lecture by the Deputy Head of Mission at the Spanish Embassy

                    Theme: “Spain and its relations with Japan”

         5:05-5:40pm Lecture by the Cultural Manager from the Instituto Cervantes

                   Theme: “Cervantes Institute’s contribution to International

                        Relations among Spanish-speaking countries and Japan”

         5:40-6:00pm Q&A Session

         6:00-6:40pm Cafe-style post-lecture mixer with the guest speakers



Guest Profiles:

Mr. Enrique Asorey,

Deputy Head of Mission, Spanish Embassy

<Profile>

With a Law degree and a Master’s in International Politics,

Enrique Asorey has developed his professional career with several

postings in Seoul, Manila, NATO in Brussels, the U.N. in Geneva,

and in Washington, including Director for Cultural Relations

Agreements at the Foreign Affairs Ministry, Area Director for Economic

                   Relations with Asia-Pacific, and Deputy Director General for

                   International Security Issues, among others.



Ms. Teresa Iniesta

Cultural Manager at Instituto Cervantes, Spanish Cultural Center in Tokyo

<Profile>

With a Bachelor’s in Journalism and Humanity Science and a Master’s degree

in Cultural Management, Teresa Iniesta has developed her professional

career in Madrid, New York, and Rome before arriving to Tokyo. She has worked

for many cultural institutions (Carnegie Hall, Marlborouhg Gallery, ALAS)

and United Nations agencies (UNDP and FAO).





★”ICC Fiesta de España” Related Events

 Flamenco Night

 Spanish Hour

 Spanish Travel Cafe



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: ac-forum@list.waseda.jp



【Waseda students only】 ICC Talk Session: Globalization as seen from the world of fashion: Zara Japan’s Viewpoint Guest: Norbert Leuret, Zara Japan Representative Director and CEO

火曜日, 6月 5th, 2012



Date & Time: June 15th (Fri), 4:30-6:00pm         (Doors open at 4:10pm)
Venue: Room 202, Bldg.22
Eligibility: Waseda students (See below for details)
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free
Capacity: 250 students
Language: Japanese and English Mix

“Globalization” is a word which permeates the world of business today,

and the fashion industry is no exception.



For this event, Norbert Leuret, Representative Director and CEO of the top

fashion brand, Zara Japan, will come to the ICC to give a talk about an

outline of Zara’s business model and CSR activities.



What does globalization mean for a company that is one of the top clothing

brands in the world? Don’t miss this special opportunity to hear about this

topic from an industry leader, firsthand!





Date and time: June 15th (Fri), 4:30-6:00pm

            (Doors open at 4:10pm)

Venue: Room 202, Bldg.22

      *Changed from Okuma Garden House.

Eligibility: Waseda students

       (those who are not Waseda students, including Waseda faculty

        and staff, will not be able to attend)

       *Note: A student ID card is required to join.

Language: Japanese and English Mix

Fee: Free

Registration: Not required

Capacity: 250 students



Guest: Norbert Leuret, Zara Japan Representative Director and CEO



Inquiries: ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-talk@list.waseda.jp

ICC English Games Cafe ~ Enjoy playing popular English board games! ~

月曜日, 6月 4th, 2012





Date & Time: June 16th (Sat) 1:00-2:30pm, June 21st (Thur) 4:30-6:00pm
Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!
Language: English
Capacity: Around 30 people (First come, first served)

If you’ve ever been interested in board games then join us at the ICC

Lounge for the English Game Cafe, where you can make new friends to play

your favorite board games with or just learn how to play the some of the

most popular English board games.



Game Introductions:

 Monopoly is a famous property game where players have to make the

 other players go bankrupt while trading with them, making alliances,

 etc.



 Scrabble is a classic board game where players get points by

 making words on the board with the letters they receive.



Inquiries: TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp

JICA & ICC Presents: Overseas Volunteer Seminar Series – Jobs Involving International Cooperation – Second Session: Village Development Supporter  (Dispatch Location: Bangladish)

日曜日, 6月 3rd, 2012

Click here to read more! (Information in Japanese language only)

Likes and Interests Lunch ~ Korean Wave ~

日曜日, 6月 3rd, 2012

Date & Time: June 18th (Mon) 12:15-12:55pm
Meeting Place: ICC Lounge(1st Fl., Bldg. 7)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!

Although the Korean wave isn’t quite what it was a few months ago,

you can still meet up with other Korean pop-culture fans at the ICC’s

Korean Wave Lunch. Whether you’re into Korean music, dramas, or movies,

come join this lunch to chat about your favorites and find out

if there’s anything you’re missing out on!



Capacity: 30 people (first come, first seated)

*Don’t forget to bring your own lunch!



★About the Lunch Events:

While you’re welcome to come to the lounge anytime, usually eating

in the lounge is not allowed. However, for the lunch events, if

you are looking for a place to eat, or busy during the afternoon

ICC event hours, this is a great chance to casually meet people

over a meal at the ICC. Just don’t forget to bring something to eat!



Inquiries: Tel: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp

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土曜日, 6月 2nd, 2012

Click here to read more! (Information in Japanese language only)

Thai Cafe ~ Thailand from the student point of view ~

金曜日, 6月 1st, 2012

Date & Time: June 20th (Wed) 4:30-6:00pm
Place: 1st floor, Okuma Garden House (Bldg. 25)
Eligibility: Waseda students, faculty, and staff
Registration: Not required
Fee: Free!
Language: English (any language is okay during the cafe time)

Get to know Thailand from the student’s perspective and

learn basic Thai greetings and writing at the ICC’s Thai Cafe.



For this event a Waseda student from Thailand will share about

Thai culture and teach a fun Thai game. You’ll also be able to learn

basic Thai and how to write in Thai characters. Afterward, enjoy a

casual cafe time to chat with students from Thailand to talk

about Thailand and get some travel tips. Come stop by and enjoy

this chance to get to know Thai culture and students.



We will also have spring rolls, a popular Thai dish.



Program: 4:30-4:50pm Presentation about Thailand, Thai culture, and student life

                  by Suthinan Thanintranon, a Thai student at the Waseda School

                  of Fundamental Science and Engineering

        4:50-5:00pm Thai game experience

        5:00-5:20pm Learn basic Thai and writing

        5:20-6:00pm Cafe Time with drinks and spring rolls

                  (for the first 50 students)



Inquiries:ICC TEL: 03-5286-3990 E-mail: icc-cafe@list.waseda.jp


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