From the President

Peter Blocksom Kyoto University, Faculty of Law, International Politics    M.A. 1987    PhD. Course work completed 1990 University of Idaho, History B.A. 1983 Lived in Japan for over 30 years

Dear Prospective International Student,

Kyoto International University is a unique university. Its educational system closely follows that of American universities, but it has been adapted to meet the needs of the international as well as the national community. My experience of having attended both American and Japanese universities at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and teaching at high school and college level institutions in both countries, has played a significant role in forming KIU's educational policies.

KIU has developed a system to meet the needs of both internationals and nationals in a distinct bilingual classroom environment. In contrast to most, if not all, international study programs, KIU has international and national students together in the same classroom and provides the professor with an interpreter, allowing international communication on academic topics within the classroom. Here at KIU, we offer an unmatchable experience in education. We encourage you to visit our campus, sit in on some classes, and talk with our students and professors, so you can see for yourself what KIU is all about.

In addition, KIU is dedicated to preparing young people for their future by providing them with the knowledge, skills and understanding they need to be successful in our ever-changing global society.

Peter N. Blocksom, President