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Introduction video: International Interdisciplinary Collaboration Program 2025 for Global Human Resource Development to solve global issues through "Food-related Science, Business and Culture"New!!
This is a introduction video for the Summer Program, created by students who participated in the "Seattle Internship 2025" (August 19 – September 13, 2025), and presented at the University of Washington. https://youtu.be/HjO4X8cTZ9E
We conducted the Kobe Summer Program 2025 "Agricultural Engineering and Cultural Experiences in Kobe" from June 2 to June 27, 2025New!!
From June 2 to 27, 2025, we conducted the four-week Summer Program: Agricultural Engineering and Cultural Experiences in Kobe. 6 students participated in this program from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL). Week1: Japanese Language, Culture, and Cross-Cultural Understanding Program During Week 1, students focused on learning Japanese language/culture and cross-cultural understanding through lectures delivered by Kobe University's lecturers. Many Japanese students from our university also participated in these lectures. Through conversation practice in Japanese, discussions about cross-cultural topics in both Japanese and English, and presentations, participants deepened their understanding of Japan and each other's cultures and languages. Week2: Special Lectures: Dr. Brian Woodall from the Georgia Institute of Technology (GT) […]
Students’ Voice: Mid-term Study Abroad at the University of NebraskaNew!!
********************From October 2025, at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), 3–6 Month Program******************** １．Has Your Approach to Learning Changed Compared to Before Studying Abroad? ♦ I do not have specific evidence to prove it, but I feel that my English skills, particularly my listening ability, have improved. ♦ Overall, there was no significant change in my grades. However, at my host institution, I conducted research on corn and sorghum, which are major crops in Nebraska, and was able to broaden my knowledge of plant science. In addition, I had the opportunity to learn advanced research techniques that are difficult to experience in Japan, working through challenges together with lab members through trial and error. […]
Activity Report- Agricultural Science & Engineering and Cultural Experiences in Kobe (June 1 to June 27, 2026)New!!
From June 1 to 27, 2026, the four-week Kobe Summer Program: Agricultural Science & Engineering and Cultural Experiences in Kobe was held. 5 students participated in this program from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL). Integrating scientific research with cultural experiences. The program lasted for a month, allowing participants to deepen their understanding of Japanese culture while engaging in practical learning and research alongside Kobe University, department of agriculture, faculty and students. Lectures June 2-5 were lecture filled days for basic Japanese learning facilitated by Prof. Watanabe as well as intercultural understanding done by Prof. Ikemura. The international students, accompanied by Kobe University students, had fun exploring the Japanese flea market […]
We conducted the Philippines UPLB Agricultural English Training from February 21th to March 14th, 2026. New!!
This year, 30 students—25 from the Faculty of Agriculture and 5 from the Faculty of Science (1st and 2nd year students)—participated in the UPLB training program (February 21st to March 14th). Additionally, one student from UNL joined from March 7th to March 12th, participating in all activities, including lectures and the Manila trip. Three meals a day were provided for them, featuring a variety of Filipino dishes, which all the students enjoyed in a room while engaging in conversation. The weekday morning and afternoon English lectures, each three hours long, were divided into two mixed groups: Batch 19 (12 students) and Batch 20 (18 students), regardless of year or affiliation. […]
FY2025 Mid-to Long-Term Overseas Program（Approx. 3-6 Months）: Four Graduate Students Successfully Completed the Program at the University of NebraskaNew!!
[Program Overview]Period: October 2025 – March 2026 (approx. 3-6 months)Participants: Four graduate students, Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Kobe University（Two students for 3 months; two students for 6 months）Host Institution: University of NebraskaProgram Type: Mid-to Long-Term Overseas Program Date Study Abroad Post-Return Presentations：①March 18, 2026 (Wednesday) Date: March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)Program Durations: 3-month program Main Events and Activities at the Host Institution Research Presentation（February 2026）Using metaverse technologies, a research presentation was planned and conducted at University of Nebraska. This initiative enabled the participants to present their research in an innovative virtual environment and share their work with members of the host institution. Research Presentation Seminar and Q&A Session at the Host […]
Students’ Voice: Mid-term Study Abroad at the University of NebraskaNew!!
********************From October 2025, at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), 3–6 Month Program******************** １．Has Your Approach to Learning Changed Compared to Before Studying Abroad? ♦ I do not have specific evidence to prove it, but I feel that my English skills, particularly my listening ability, have improved. ♦ Overall, there was no significant change in my grades. However, at my host institution, I conducted research on corn and sorghum, which are major crops in Nebraska, and was able to broaden my knowledge of plant science. In addition, I had the opportunity to learn advanced research techniques that are difficult to experience in Japan, working through challenges together with lab members through trial and error. […]
Students’ Voice: English Program at the University of Nebraska
********************Short-Term Program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), September 2025******************** １．Has Your Approach to Learning Changed Compared to Before Studying Abroad? ♦I feel that my language skills have improved compared to before. I can understand spoken English much better than before studying abroad. Speaking is still difficult for me, and I don’t feel that I’ve improved much in that area, but my motivation to learn English has increased. ♦Although I didn’t take any standardized tests that show objective results, I’ve gained confidence in using English, and I feel that my listening and speaking skills—especially understanding native speakers—have improved significantly. ♦I don’t know my exact grades or measurable outcomes, but the […]
Activity Report- The “Summer School of Basic Japanese Studies” and the “Industry - Government - Academia Collaboration Internship Program” (July 2 - August 8, 2025)
The Inter-University Exchange Project Summer Program was held for six weeks from July 2 to August 8, 2025. 10 students from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), University of Washington (UW), Georgia Institute of Technology (GT), University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB), and Western University (WU) participated in this program. During the two-week period from July 2 to July 15, the “Summer School of Basic Japanese Studies” was held in cooperation with the International Student Education Section of the Global Education Center. In addition to Japanese language classes in the morning and discussions with Kobe University students in the afternoon, students learned about Kobe's history and culture through lectures and […]
Difference and Dormitory Life in Kobe（MJ Jabbar, University of Nebrasa-Lincoln）
From Japan, United States, and the Philippines: An Exploration of Cultural Differences and Dormitory Life in Kobe (日本、アメリカ、フィリピンから： 文化の違いを探る／神戸での寮生活) https://youtu.be/slkZxs1b3eQ
