‘Connecting Asia for A Sustainable Future Joint Summer Camp (JSC) – Unique Experience in Thailand, Hong Kong and Japan’ – Third Week at Hokkaido University
The third week of the Joint Summer Camp (JSC), July 31st – 4th August, was hosted by Hokkaido University. The academic program was delivered by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine with the aims of enhancing students’ abilities to tackle issues related to conservation of ecosystem by collaborating with stakeholders in various fields and promoting the development of human resources who can contribute to “One Health”, which recognizes the interconnection between health of people, animals, and the shared environment considering that “health” is not only the matter of humans but also of entire planet.
JSC students have eagerly challenged themselves in gaining fundamental knowledges on “One Health”, participated in hands-on laboratory exercises with the focus on SDGs, and joined field work activities focusing on conservation with Hokkaido University students. Alongside with academic sessions, some cultural sessions, such as “Washi” paper making, tea ceremony and “Nagashi Somen(flowing noodles)”, have been organized by the Institute for the Advancement of Higher Education and student activity groups.
Day 1: July 31, 2023
Opening session, Introduction of the Hokkaido University (HU) & Lecturers, Campus Tour
Special lecture was given by “Washi” making professionals.
Special lecture was given by “Washi” making professionals.
Delivering lectures to JSC students on fundamental concept and issues revolving around “One Health”.
JSC students enjoyed fireworks after welcome BBQ held at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.
Day 2: August 1, 2023
Observation tour of the planning and construction of Orangutan building in Maruyama Zoo.
Observation tour of the planning and construction of Orangutan building in Maruyama Zoo.
Visit to the backyard and animal hospital in the Maruyama Zoo premises.
Visit to the backyard and animal hospital in the Maruyama Zoo premises.
Visit to Maruyama Park and Hokkaido Shrine on the way to the Zoo.
Visit to Maruyama Park and Hokkaido Shrine on the way to the Zoo.
Day 3: August 2, 2023
Market Sampling for Environmental Toxicology class.
Market Sampling for Environmental Toxicology class.
Conducting Mercury Analysis in a laboratory.
Conducting Mercury Analysis in a laboratory.
Listening to the lecture and guidance by the instructors on Mercury Analysis.
Listening to the lecture and guidance by the instructors on Mercury Analysis.
Specially Appointed Associate Professor Ramiro Pastorinho and Emmanuel T. Ogbomida.
Day 4: August 3, 2023
JSC students eagerly participating in data analysis for Environmental Toxicology class.
JSC students eagerly participating in data analysis for Environmental Toxicology class.
Preparing for final group presentation guided by Researcher Rio Doya.
Preparing for final group presentation guided by Researcher Rio Doya.
Participating in tea ceremony activity in Japanese Culture session.
Enjoying “Nagashi Somen” cultural activity with other international students.
Day 5: August 4, 2023
JSC students delivering final presentations. Active interactions were observed during the session.
JSC students delivering final presentations. Active interactions were observed during the session.
Prof. Junji Yamaguchi, Chief Executive Vice-President of Hokkaido University, delivering closing remarks at the closing session.
Ms Sukalin Wanakasemsan delivering closing remarks on behalf of Dr Ram Piyaket, Director, Office of International Affairs and Global Network, Chulalongkorn University.
Prof. Mitsuyoshi Takiguchi, Dean of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine delivering certificate of participation to JSC students.
Prof. Mayumi Ishizuka, Dean of Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine, delivering remarks at the farewell lunch session.
Together with JSC students – First low, from left:
Prof. Mayumi Ishizuka, Dean of Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine, Prof. Aya Takahashi, Executive Vice President (International), Prof. Junji Yamaguchi, Chief Executive Vicie President, Prof. Mitsuyoshi Takiguchi, Dean of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ms Eri Hata, Director, International Affairs Department, Dr Xiao Lan, Specially Appointed Lecturer, Institute for the Advancement of Higher Education.
The Joint Summer Camp (JSC) was a unique initiative jointly developed and organized by Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, The University of Hong Kong in Hong Kong SAR, and Hokkaido University in Japan. Having completed a three-week-long intense and inspiring learning opportunity, JSC students gained new information and knowledge that can and will help them make their future decisions in contributing for a sustainable future.
Lecturers for the Joint Summer Camp (Japan Term hosted by Hokkaido University)
- Specially Appointed Associate Professor Emmanuel T. Ogbomida (Director, Research, Innovation, and Consultancy, The Copperbelt University, Zambia.)
- Specially Appointed Associate Professor Ramiro Pastorinho (Assistant Professor of Department of Medical and Health Sciences, School of Health and Human Development & Comprehensive Health Research Center, University of Évora, Portugal)
- Researcher Rio Doya, Faculty of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Hokkaido University
Academic course coordinators for the Joint Summer Camp (Japan Term hosted by Hokkaido University)
- Professor Mayumi Ishizuka, Dean of Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine, Hokkaido University
- Specially Appointed Lecturer Xiao Lan, Institute for Advancement of Higher Education, Hokkaido University
- Officer Miyoko Ogishima, IVCMEP Central Office, Hokkaido University
Program coordinators for the Joint Summer Camp (Japan Term hosted by Hokkaido University)
- Senior Academic Specialist Junko Yoshida, Institute for International Collaboration, Hokkaido University
- Program Manager Ryota Takeuchi, Hokkaido Summer Institute, Student Exchange Division, Academic Affairs Department, Hokkaido University
For more information, please visit: https://cusi.chula.ac.th
