Philosophy and Vision

  1. Philosophy and Vision

Philosophy

Shinshu University values the rich, natural environment of Shinshu and its history, culture, and the work of its people.
Shinshu University strives to conserve nature, improve the welfare of all people, and cultivate industry through intellectual properties and activities.
Shinshu University is a place where the intersection of diverse cultures and ideas fosters young individuals to understand and accept these diverse elements and live in harmony.
Shinshu University values the independence of its students, faculty and staff.
We, at Shinshu University, utilize our skills and accomplishments not to harm, but to benefit all people.

Vision

Based on the university's philosophy, Shinshu University has adopted the following goals regarding education, research, regional contribution, and international exchange:

Education

Students shall develop a love of nature, an appreciation for the diversity of human culture and thought, a richness of communication skills, and a spirit of challenge and a high level of specialized knowledge and ability to find solutions to specific problems.

Research

The university advances knowledge in society by creating a learning environment that attracts young talent and by supporting creative research for sustainable development, to share the results of these accomplishments with both the world and local community.

Regional Contributions

The university is highly focused on advancing the cooperation/coordination between itself and each related field by opening itself to the public in order to conserve Shinshu's natural environment, succeed and develop its history/culture, improve the welfare of each individual, and resolve the concrete issues regarding industrial development.

International Exchange

In order to serve as a powerful driving force for promoting international exchange in the region, it proactively accepts talented students and researchers from around the world.