ANNIVERSARY
SPECIAL CONTENTS
Breaking the Mold and
Paving the Way for Others
In August 1913, Chika Kuroda, Ume Tanga, and Raku Makita were admitted to what was then known as Tohoku Imperial University. Over a century later, these pioneering women are still celebrated for paving the way for the many that followed.
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Tohoku University
Declaration of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Tohoku University
Declaration of Diversity,
Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Tohoku University is committed to continuing its efforts to promote awareness, both domestically and internationally, and to develop an inclusive environment with systems in place to ensure that diversity is respected by all members of the university.
Recognizing and Supporting Female Researchers
Tohoku University has set up various awards to recognize female researchers’ achievements and support them in their endeavours. Tohoku University female researchers have also been recognized at the national level for their successes and mentorship towards fellow women.
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CELEBRATION
SPECIAL CONTENTS
Homecoming Day to Mark
110th Anniversary of First Female Students
Tohoku University’s annual homecoming will take place on September 30, where alumni from far and wide will gather to celebrate the 110th anniversary of the first female students in Japan.
Funding an Inclusive Future with Our 110th Anniversary Goods
Tohoku University Fund has launched a line of products on the occasion of the 110th anniversary of the first female university students in Japan. This includes a specially packaged version of the popular craft beer, Hime White.
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The 110th Anniversary Logo
The logo uses flowing calligraphic strokes to depict a bouquet, symbolizing the women of the past, present, and future blossoming to their fullest potential. The color crimson is used as a tribute to Chika Kuroda’s research on pigments.
