Innovation, looking ahead 200 years
Aiming to establish new learning fields by further strengthening
the close liaison among the schools of the Doshisha.
Aiming to produce individuals who can respond to the society that requires individuality
It is the basic standpoint shared by all schools of the Doshisha to consistently innovate the school system with the aim of further developing ‘conscience education’. Doshisha Elementary School was established in April, 2006, which completed the integrated educational system as envisioned by Neesima. In addition, we have approached medical education and research by opening a new faculty and research institute. We are advancing step by step to realize Neesima's words：‘Education takes 200 years to complete.’
Major Efforts and Events
2011
●Doshisha International Elementary School established
●Faculty of Global Communication established（Doshisha University）
2010
●Graduate School of Global Studies scheduled to be established （Doshisha University）
The Graduate School of Global Studies will comprise three research clusters: American Studies, Contemporary Asian Studies, and Global Society Studies. This graduate school will research the common problems shared by all humanity across the nations, such as human rights, poverty, resources and energy, more directly and interdisciplinarily. Each research cluster aims to challenge global issues, which can not be resolved by individual nations or regions, by using research methodologies of both human sciences and social sciences comprehensively.
2009
●Faculty of Culture and Representation established （Doshisha Women’s College）
The Faculty of Culture and Representation, established on the Imadegawa Campus. It consists of two departments, the Department of English and the Department of Japanese Language and Literature. "Representation" is defined here as the process of constructing images of the self, others, or the world through writing, speaking, painting, or other forms of expression. It refers also to the books, movies, and other products that are generated through this process. The scope of study includes how such representations reflect the human spirit and the spirit of the times.
●Faculty of Psychology established（Doshisha University）
2008
●Faculties of Life and Medical Sciences, Health and Sports Science established（Doshisha University）
On the Kyotanabe campus, these two faculties established. The Faculty of Life and Medical Sciences will provide students with basic medical knowledge and skills as well as knowledge in the field of biological science. The Faculty of Health and Sports Science will provide students with specialized knowledge and theory in the field of health and sports science and develop individuals who can contribute to the social development of sports.
●Tenth anniversary of the student exchange program between the NUEVA School and four junior high schools of Doshisha
The student exchange program started in 1998 when Doshisha International Junior High School accepted two students from the NUEVA School（USA）for two weeks. At present, four junior high schools of Doshisha are undertaking the student exchange program with the NUEVA School every year.
●Acquisition of ＜AA＋＞ rating in financing for the fifth consecutive year
2007
●Department of International Liberal Art Studies in the Faculty of Liberal Arts established （Doshisha Women’s College）
Nurturing internationally minded individuals with highly proficient English language ability, wide-ranging general knowledge, and keen awareness of the global issues who can play an active role on the international stage.
Our innovative educational facilities
●Doshisha Biwako Retreat Center
The center was established in 2000 as part of the 125th anniversary celebrations of the Doshisha's foun-ding.Situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Biwa, it is used for educational activities which students and teachers can participate in together.
●Doshisha Rohm Plaza
The plaza was opened in 2003 on the Kyotanabe campus. It is equipped with a state-of-the-art media environment and diverse information can be freely utilized.
