Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are available to answer all kinds of questions related to academics and studying. The Learning Commons is an ideal place ask questions and improve your understanding so you can take the next step.
The support staff are here to help, so don’t hesitate to ask lots of questions! Learn more about the staff and their specializations below.
Vigorous support to encourage and feed your academic curiosity
Assistant ProfessorJiyoung Cho
I completed my Ph.D, in medieval Japanese literature. I am available to help students develop their writing and research skills. Don’t hesitate to contact me and other academic instructors for advice.
Assistant ProfessorChihiro Nishi
My specialization is Science Technology and Society, especially for Responsible Research and Innovation education. I also had majored molecular biology, when I was an undergraduate school and master’s course student. Feel free to come to the Learning Commons and Academic Support Area!
Academic InstructorNorie Terashima
My major is library and information science.
Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions.
You’re always welcome to talk to me.
I'll be waiting for you!
Academic InstructorSayaka Ohtani
I experience working overseas and specialize in international collaboration, environmental education and field work. Everybody has concerns related to studying. So, no problem if your questions are trivial matters or not. Find just a little bit of courage to discuss them.
Graduate students studying in various fields are ready to help you overcome all kinds of academic obstacles. Need help in developing your arguments, writing reports, studying a particular subject, or putting together effective presentations? Learning assistants are here to help!
10:30 AM – 5:30 PM weekdays (while classes or exams are in progress)
Schedule of Imadegawa Learning Assistant（2024.10.21-2025.2.10）
Schedule of Kyotanabe Learning Assistant（2024.10.21-2025.2.10）
Coordinators can help you make the best use of the leading-edge ICT available in the Learning Commons.
Thinking of studying or working abroad? Meet with a knowledgeable Study Abroad Coordinator or Go Global Assistant to ask questions and get advice.
These students assist the learning support coordinators and the counter staff. They help keep the learning environment in order, and can help you find your way around the Commons facilities.
ICT “red” helpers can assist you with computer basics and instruct you on the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software.
ICT “blue” helpers in the Multimedia Lounge can help you with video editing, photo retouching, and other types of media editing and processing.
At least two helpers are always available at the Print Station to assist with the copy machines, explain the many printing options, and to offer advice about designs and copyright issues. They can work with you to design and print affordably-priced custom T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, and other wearable goods.
Speak to the staff to reserve a space or borrow and return equipment.
