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Hokkaido University

‘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 31^st – 4^th 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
(Upper left) Professor Aya Takahashi, Executive Vice President of HU delivering Opening Remarks.
(Upper Right) Specially Appointed Lecturer Xiao Lan, Institute for the Advancement of Higher Education, delivering Introduction on Hokkaido University and its educational programs.
(Lower left) Introduction of lecturers from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicines: Specially Appointed Associate Professor Emmanuel T. Ogbomida,
Specially Appointed Associate Professor Ramiro Pastorinho and Researcher Rio Doya. 
(Lower right) Campus tour guided by HU Students.

Japanese Culture Session on “Washi” Paper Making 
(Upper left & Right) Special lecture was given by “Washi” making professionals. 
Lecture on “One Health”
(Lower left) delivering lectures to JSC students on fundamental concept and issues revolving around “One Health”.
Welcome BBQ & fireworks
(Lower Right) JSC students enjoyed fireworks after welcome BBQ held at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Day 2: August 1, 2023

Field Trip: Maruyama Zoo, Back Yard, Animal Hospital
(Upper left & right) Observation tour of the planning and construction of Orangutan building in Maruyama Zoo.
(Middle Left & Right) Visit to the backyard and animal hospital in the Maruyama Zoo premises.
Field Trip: Maruyama Park and Hokkaido Shrine
(Lower left & Right) Visit to Maruyama Park and Hokkaido Shrine on the way to the Zoo.

Day 3: August 2, 2023

Lecture/Seminar
(Upper) Market Sampling for Environmental Toxicology class.
(Middle line 1) Conducting Mercury Analysis in a laboratory.
(Middle line 2) Listening to the lecture and guidance by the instructors on Mercury Analysis.
(Bottom left) Specially Appointed Associate Professor Ramiro Pastorinho and Emmanuel T. Ogbomida.

Day 4: August 3, 2023

Lecture/Seminar
(Upper) JSC students eagerly participating in data analysis for Environmental Toxicology class.
(Middle) Preparing for final group presentation guided by Researcher Rio Doya.
(Lower left) Participating in tea ceremony activity in Japanese Culture session.
(Lower right) Enjoying “Nagashi Somen” cultural activity with other international students.

Day 5: August 4, 2023

Final Presentation/Closing session/Farewell
(Upper) JSC students delivering final presentations. Active interactions were observed during the session.
(Middle left) Prof. Junji Yamaguchi, Chief Executive Vice-President of Hokkaido University, delivering closing remarks at the closing session.
(Middle right) Ms Sukalin Wanakasemsan delivering closing remarks on behalf of Dr Ram Piyaket, Director, Office of International Affairs and Global Network, Chulalongkorn University.
(Lower left) Prof. Mitsuyoshi Takiguchi, Dean of Faculty of Veterinary Medicine delivering certificate of participation to JSC students.
(Lower right) Prof. Mayumi Ishizuka, Dean of Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine, delivering remarks at the farewell lunch session.

Group photo
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. 

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