Class Advisor System and Student Counseling

The college implements a class advisor system to promote communication between students and faculty,
making student life more fulfilling.

In the Communication and Language Program, first-year students are assigned a Communication Seminar instructor in the first semester and a Research Project Seminar instructor in the second semester. In the Early Childhood Education Program, first-year students are assigned a Basic Seminar instructor in the first semester, a Research Project Seminar instructor in the second semester, and in the second year, a Practical Childcare Seminar II instructor. If you have any questions or concerns about student life, don’t hesitate to reach out to your seminar instructor.
The college also offers the following support systems to help students throughout their campus life.

Student Support: “Student Counseling” System

  • The college is committed to helping students pursue their dreams and enjoy a rewarding and fulfilling life on campus.
  • Starting life in a new environment can be challenging, and students may have questions or concerns about dormitory or apartment living, health, making friends, or their studies. To support them, the college offers a range of services and systems to help students navigate campus life with confidence.
Student Counseling I

Individual Consultation with Seminar Instructors

Through regular seminar activities and daily interactions with instructors and classmates, students can seek guidance and advice on any aspect of student life.
Student Counseling II

Health Office: Consultation with Health Staff

For illnesses, campus injuries, colds, headaches, stomachaches, or any physical or mental health concerns, students can consult the Health Office staff. The office also provides a quiet space for students to rest when needed.
Student Counseling III

Career Support Office: Staff and Seminar Instructors

The job market can be challenging. Starting from the first year, students seeking employment receive guidance, individual consultations, and support from seminar instructors and career staff. Support includes collecting job information, researching companies, and encouraging students to take initiative in achieving their career goals.
Student Counseling IV

Student Counseling Room: Individual Consultation with Designated Staff

Everyone faces challenges in daily life. Students may occasionally experience anxiety, insomnia, loss of appetite, social withdrawal, or difficulty attending classes, which can result in a sense of isolation. In such cases, specialized staff in welfare, psychology, and medical fields are available for individual consultations. The Student Counseling Room is located within the Health Office or in staff offices, and both male and female counselors are available, so students can choose whom they feel comfortable consulting.

Consult a Counselor Immediately
If You are Experiencing:

  • Physical or mental health concerns ･Relationship issues ･Bullying
  • Academic difficulties ･Financial concerns ･Dormitory or housing problems ･Career or course selection concerns
  • Sexual harassment, including inappropriate behavior or comments
  • Dating violence (physical or psychological abuse by a partner, or one-sided control)
  • Stalking or similar harassment

Office Hours

Office hours are set aside as a time for students to ask questions and seek advice related to their courses.
In principle, this is "a time when students can visit the professor’s office without an appointment to consult and discuss freely".

Notes on Using Office Hours Effectively
Please keep the following points in mind to make the most of office hours:

Q:Can I only consult during office hours?
A: No. You can also visit a professor’s office outside office hours, as long as it does not conflict with their classes. In such cases, please check briefly with the professor to see if it is convenient.
Q:Am I guaranteed to be able to consult during office hours?
A:Generally, yes. However, professors may sometimes be absent due to illness, business trips, or meetings. If this happens, you can either check with the administration office about the professor’s availability or visit at the next opportunity (not necessarily limited to office hours).
Q:Can I consult about anything?
A:Some topics are handled by specific administrative offices:
  • Academic matters (course registration, grades, certificates, exams, etc.) ... Academic Affairs Office
  • Scholarships (Japan Student Services Organization, Kobayashi Ikueikai, or university scholarships) ... Academic Affairs Office
  • Public lectures or civil service exam preparation courses ... Academic Affairs Office
  • Health issues or injuries ... Health Center (after 3:00 PM, Academic Affairs Office)
  • Facility use applications ... General Affairs Office
  • Club activities, student council, or establishing a club ... General Affairs Office
  • Dormitory life ... General Affairs Office
  • Student affairs / student council matters ... General Affairs Office
  • Career guidance and employment ... Career Office
  • Books and materials lending ... Library
For more detailed information, please refer to the Student Handbook.

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