Business Report for FY 2016 andfor the Period of the Mid-term Goals for the 2nd Term

June, 2017
The Public University Corporation, the University of Aizu

1 Overall Evaluation(1) Status of Activities for Achieving the Basic Goals of the University ofinnovations, rich in creativity and a high standard of ethics.

Aizu

2. Promote research and development in computer science and

The Public University Corporation, the University of Aizu is theengineering to lead the world and to contribute to society andfounder and manager of the University of Aizu (hereinafter as theacademia.

“University” or “UoA”) and the Junior College Division (hereafter referred

3. Contribute to advancement of the prefecture’s industry and culture by

to as the “Junior College” or “JCD”), with its mission to contribute topursuing practicability and effectiveness in diversified areas related toadvancement of scientific technologies and academic knowledge througheducation and research.

nurturing human resources and conducting research in the fields of○ The Junior College

computer science and engineering, industrial informatics, food andTaking advantage of each of its specialty fields, the Junior College shallnutritional science, social welfare studies, and early childhood care, asaim

well as contributing to industrial and cultural promotion.

atcontribution

toregional

communities

andimprovement/development of culture and industry, through fostering ofIn order to fulfill this mission and to contribute to reconstruction fromhuman resources with practical skills necessary for occupations and in

the Great East Japan Earthquake and subsequent TEPCO’s Fukushima

everyday life.

Dai-ichi nuclear power plant accident, the Public University Corporation,

1. Foster professionals who have the ability to contribute to society

the University of Aizu shall have the following basic goals, and faculty

through the utilization of specialized knowledge and technical skills

members and administrative staff worked together, mainly among thethey acquired.

Board of Executives, Management Council, and Educational and2. Foster human resources with a broad range of knowledge in liberal arts

Research Council, to achieve each item of the mid-term plan, under the

who also have logical perspectives.

leadership of the Chairperson of the Board of Executives.

3. Provide local residents with opportunities for lifelong learning in order
to contribute to formation of knowledge-based society.

<Basic Goals>

4. Collaborate with universities, industry, residents, and governments in○ The University

the region for contribution to promotion of rejuvenation of local regions.

The University of Aizu shall aim at realization of the founding principle,“to Advance Knowledge for Humanity” (to make inventions and○ The University and the Junior College

discoveries for peace and prosperity for humanity). The University of

1. Both the University and the Junior College shall aim to nurture human

Aizu shall also endeavor to contribute to the future of our nation and local

resources to assume a leading role in Fukushima Prefecture’s

communities by taking a leading role as a pioneer on an international

reconstruction from the Great East Japan Earthquake and to contributelevel.

to establishment of a new social framework through creation of new

1. Nurture internationally viable individuals as researchers, technicalindustry, etc.

experts, leaders and entrepreneurs who will support technological11 Overall Evaluation(2) General Achievement Status of the Mid-term Plan

(1) Ratio of International Faculty Members Teaching Specialized Courses

Following the self-review and self-evaluation on the 144 items of theTarget

mid-term plan by each department, the evaluation office verified the(FY2017)

FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

46%

44%

50%

49%

50%

contents and compiled as the result of evaluation of the Public University
Goal

Corporation.

○ Overall Self-evaluation Results(2) Information Technology Engineer Examination (ITEE) Takers

UoA
A

Implemented measures exceeding the plan

Approx. 50%

3 items ( 2.1%)

Target139 items (96.5%)(FY2017)

B

Implemented measures as plannedC

Implemented measures below the plan

2 items ( 1.4%)

D

Implemented measure far below the plan0 item ( 0.0%)

Out of 144 items, 142 items (98.6%) received A or B, which shows thatPlan

the measures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on thewhole.
JCD
A

Implemented measures exceeding the plan

3 items ( 3.7%)

B

Implemented measures as planned

77 items (95.1%)

C

Implemented measures below the plan

1 items ( 1.2%)

D

Implemented measure far below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

50% of enrolled
studentshavetaken the ITEE

26.4%

28.9%

31.0%

32.3%

26.1%

25% of enrolled
students
have
passed the ITEE
fundamental or
higher

9.3%

8.8%

8.2%

8.0%

5.6%

(3) Ratio of the Students Proceeding to Master’s Programs
TargetOut of 81 items, 80 items (98.8%) received A or B, which shows that the(FY2017)

FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

28.4%

25.4%

20.8%

23.2%

23.3%

measures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on the whole.
Goal○ Numerical Goals in the Mid-term Goals and Mid-term Plans
UoA
1. Education

240%

1 Overall Evaluation(4) Employment Rate of Students Seeking an Employment
Target

FY2016(FY2017)

FY2015

Undergraduate

100%

Graduate

FY2013

Undergraduate

Undergraduate

Undergraduate

Undergraduate

Graduate

Graduate

Graduate

Graduate

96.0%

100%

95.7%

100%

93.8%

100%

100%

(1) Income from UoA Facilities Rental Use

FY2012

Target(FY2017)

96.2%
Plan

Goal

98.6%

FY2014

4. Improvement of Financial Affairs

100%

2. Research(1) Acceptance of Papers to Major Academic Journals
Target(FY2017)

FY2015FY2014165

130

FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

2,676

4,250

3,988

3,795

3,304

Increase by 30%
from the average
incomeduringthe 1st Mid-term
Goals period(FY2016 target:
3,429,000yen)

FY2013

FY2012

Target(FY2017)22

FY2016(2) Application for External Research Funds

70

123

Plan

Plan

Continuous
increase

FY2016

Unit: 1,000JPY*tentativeMorethan 50

FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

64

77

56

67

74

(39 for
Kakenhi)(39 for
Kakenhi)(43 for
Kakenhi)(38 for
Kakenhi)(45 for
Kakenhi)

3. Contribution to Local Communities(1) The number of the certified venture companies (Added since FY2015)
Target(FY2017)Goal

18 companies
for theduration

FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013JCD

FY2012

1. Education(1) Employment Rate of Students Seeking an Employment

18

17

－

－

Target－(FY2017)

Goal
3

100%

FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

99.3%

99.3%

99.2%

97.9%

97.1%

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4. Improvement of Financial Affairs(2) Employment Rate of Students with Certificates/Qualifications
Target(FY2017)

FY2016FY2014FY2013

FY2012

Target(FY2017)

Food:

Food:

Food:

Food:

Food:

95.1%

71.9%

84.2%

87.2%

97.8%

Welfare:Welfare:Welfare:Welfare:Welfare:93.9%

93.6 %

85.7%

80.4%

85.0%

FY2013

FY2012

Plan

Plan

80%

FY2015(1) Application for External Research Funds(3) Ratio of Students with Certificates/Qualifications
Target(FY2017)

FY2016FY2015FY2014

Nutritionist: Nutritionist: Nutritionist: Nutritionist: Nutritionist:

100%
Plan

100%

Day care:

100%

100%

100%

100%

100%

Day care: Day care: Day care: Day care:
100%
100%
97.2%
100%

SocialSocialSocialSocialSocialworker:worker:worker:worker:worker:
100%
100%
87.5%
100%
100%
3. Contribution to Local Communities(1) The number of regional cooperation-collaboration projects (Added since
FY2015)
Target(FY2017)Goal

10FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

8

10

－

－

－

4

More
than 20

FY2016FY2015FY2014FY2013

FY2012

17

20

20

18

20

(10 for
Kakenhi)(10 for
Kakenhi)(13 for
Kakenhi)(9 forKakenhi)(13 for
Kakenhi)1 Overall Evaluation(3) Specific Measures by Item

In order to enhance educational coherence of undergraduate andgraduate schools, the graduate school’s quarter system was shifted to a set

I. Improvement of Quality of Education and Researchof eight-week terms throughout the academic year. Moreover, the quarter

UoA
A

Implemented measures exceeding the plan

3 items ( 3.3%)

B

Implemented measures as planned

87 items (95.6%)

C

Implemented measures below the plan

1 items ( 1.1%)

D

Implemented measure far below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

system was introduced to the undergraduate school in AY2016. The
overall review on the curriculum was started in AY2013, the discussion
about consecutiveness and optimization is being continued aiming at the
new curriculum of the undergraduate school starting from AY 2018.
Regarding support for learning and daily life, the Office for Learning

Out of 91 items, 90 items (98.9%) received A or B, which shows that theSupport, the Student Counseling Room, and the Nurse’s Office were open

measures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on the whole.

to students asking for consultation or advice, while faculty and theStudent Affairs Division shared information with those Offices for further

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support.

A

Implemented measures exceeding the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

B

Implemented measures as planned

44 items (97.8%)

Career development support were provided taking into consideration

C

Implemented measures below the plan

1 items ( 2.2%)

enhancement of students’ awareness for work and career development,

D

Implemented measure far below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

practical skill acquisition. Support included introducing companies toindividual students, mock interviews, career consultations, as well as

Out of 45 items, 44 items (97.8%) received A or B, which shows that themeasures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on the whole.

staff’s visits to companies to get job offers.

1. Education(1) Undergraduate Program In order to secure excellent students, we proactively engaged in more

UoA

effective PR activities including PR Sessions of UoA held across the

The Admissions Center is to examine and review the current admission

prefecture and elsewhere, off-campus lectures, high-school visits, web

methods. Based on the admission policy, efforts were made forads and Open Campus. As a result, applicant count is increasing.

recruitment of excellent students.

 Moreover, as a form of the Top Global University Project (SGU project),

The Undergraduate Program is designed to nurture human resources

ICT Global Program All-English Course and its various admission

having the latest internationally-viable knowledge and practical skills.

systems

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering promotes smoothforrecruiting

excellentinternational

students

wereestablished.

operation of the curriculum through the “five fields (field of study) and The following three actions were taken regarding admission exams innine tracks (course registration models)” system, in which students are

AY2016.

able to take courses focusing on their future career path.
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1) Partial revision on the general admission systemand optimization of IT Specialist Program and undergraduate

2) Establishment of additional exam venue for general admission

education in AY 2016.

3) Implementation of ICT Global All-English Program Admission Exam

 The Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA) was established in Amid the SGU project, the transition from the current "Program of theOctober 2015 as the UoA Revitalization Center's (ARC) core facility.

Undergraduate and Master's Programs for Five Years throughThis place became an environment for students to experience the latest

Integration of the Two Programs" (Five-year Consecutive Program) to

ICT trends around themselves.

the "Honor’s Program" was decided. And financial supports and honor’s

In AY 2016, open spaces such as the LICTiA Innovation Creation Space

year – among the six years required for obtaining Bachelor’s degree

were provided as an activity site where companies and students canand Master’s degree, one year will be spent on studying abroad orcommit to collaborative research projects such as programing forinternship program – were discussed.

humanoid robots and regional virtual currency.

 We established the Honor’s Year policy for students in so-called 3+2

 Utilizing SGU project and JASSO study-abroad scholarship system (forscheme – three years in undergraduate program and two years in

inbound/outbound dispatch under agreement), the Silicon-valley sitemaster’s program. They will be entitled to the Honor’s Year in units ofwas established and ten students enjoyed the US Silicon-Valley

six months.

Internship Program in AY 2016.
 A new graduate course – ICT Global Venture Laboratory – was(2) Graduate Program

conducted as mutual-direction class with the Silicon-Valley office.

 In order to enhance educational coherence of undergraduate andgraduate schools, the graduate school’s quarter system was shifted to a(3) Systems/Organizations for Conducting Education

set of eight-week terms throughout the academic year. Moreover, the In order to implement appropriate assignment of faculty members

quarter system was introduced to the undergraduate school in AY2016.

based on requests from undergraduate and graduate schools andAnd the curriculum was reformed.

quality education, faculty members were hired through international Students in Five-year Consecutive Program received scholarships
during their Master’s enrollment.

open recruitment in each fiscal year. The number of faculty personnel is

In order to foment students’

109 as of AY 2016.

consciousness toward advancing to the graduate school, we organized(4) Student Support

Graduate School Information Fair to provide them more concrete Class-mentor system was implemented for 1st and 2nd years. In

information.

addition to educational support from mentor, periodical interview was The overall review on the curriculum was started in AY2013. In

implemented. Confirming status of students’ daily live, advices were

AY2015, diploma policy and curriculum policy were created.

given in appropriate time.

 We decided to introduce the new undergraduate curriculum in AY2018.

 Using TA/SA at the Learning Support Office, two Learning Support

In line with this, we continued the discussion about consecutivenessStaff gave support to students who have fears and concerns regarding6

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his/her learning status.

exhibited at the event. Inter-departmental communication was

 The scholarship is provided and the payment for National Health
Insuranceissubsidizedforinternational

students

enhanced by conducting an all-faculty-committed symposium at thethrough

event.

collaboration with the SAISUA. In AY 2016, we strived to support

 The Department of Early Childhood Education was established in April

international students in their life in Japan by subsidizing payment for

2016.

Targeting the establishment of the training for renewal of

the National Pension Insurance as well as providing the scholarship.

teaching license in AY2018, preparation started in 2016.
 The Career Support Center took the lead in the promotion of the

JCDinternship programs taking into consideration of individual students’ Department of Industrial Information Sciences: Advertisement

various needs. In AY 2016 the number of internship programs was 98,

Strategy Theory (Common Subject) was established. Moreover, ain which 82 students participated.

full-time faculty member was added in the graphic field.
Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences: Food Specialist License
Accreditation Examination and Nutritionist Skill Accreditation

2. Research

Examination were featured by test preparatory courses. Moreover, we

UoA

invited Nutritionists for special lecture.

The University has been doing research not only in three prioritized

Department of Social Welfare Sciences: Newly established a new course

areas (pioneering, regional contribution, and innovative research)for obtaining kindergarten teacher license in addition to nursery school

included in the mid-term goals but also in other areas. Also, researchteacher license.

support activities have been conducted, such as filing of patent

 Pass rate of the Nutritionist license in the Department of Food andapplications

Nutrition Sciences and pass rate of childminder certificate in thecommunities.

Department of Social Welfare Sciences were almost 100%, also pass

andsharingof researchachievements

with

local

To face on specific projects which need to be promoted selectively inrates of other licenses remain high every year.

cross-sectional way, the research activity of interdisciplinary area has

 As a consigned project of the Local Revitalization Center, “Local Project

been promoted by establishing the Research Center for Advanced

Exercise” was conducted. Through practical learning and education,

Information Science and Technology (CAIST), as the research base.

educational contents related to the local community were enhanced.

The University has created the “UoA strategic research models,” byDepending on project specifications, inter-departmental collaboration

designating research projects which are expected to be very competitive

was promoted.

and generate achievements as “strategic research,” in order to take a

11th National Meeting of Food and Nutrition Education Promotion inleading role in the field of computer science and engineering andFukushima was held in June, 2016. Department of Food and Nutrition

contribute to the society, based on our mid-term goals. The models were

Sciences and Department of Industrial Information Sciences jointly

reflected in the mid-term plans, and efforts have been made for realization
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relevant organization in the region (Industry, government, citizen,
academia.)

 We are developing “UoA Robot Project,” a three-year project funded by

In AY 2016, we promoted research projects related to local

Fukushima prefecture from AY2015. In AY 2016 we have developed an

characteristics including: 1) aggregating and analyzing the result of theinformation system for connecting heterogeneous robots and implemented with

Eating Behavior Actual State Grasp Survey, 2) Fukushima prefecture

robot middleware. We have opened our software library and distributed ourVillage Revitalization Project Utilizing University Students Skills, 3)

developed robot software.

"Aizu Urushi Art Festival 2016" of Aizu Machi Naka Art Project, and 4)

 As part of the MEXT subsidy project “Regional Innovation Strategic

Green Tourism Project.

Support Program,” research on smart-grid information base waspromoted in the reusable energy field.

For revitalization of

3. Contribution to Local Communities

Fukushima prefecture, the Revitalization Center played the main role.

UoA

The center conducted research on reusable energy field, analysis on big

The University offers public lectures proactively by utilizing thedata, use of cloud platform, and many others related to ICT for

intellectual resources, and also, based on collaboration agreements

revitalization.

concluded with institutions, for fulfillment of a role of a university in CAIST consists of five research teams in interdisciplinary area

terms of regional collaboration, a variety of activities is conducted.

(clusters), namely, the Aizu Research Clusters for: Robot (ARC-Robot),

LICTiA and UBIC actively play main roles in various activities to promote

Space Science (ARC-Space), Biomedical Engineering (ARC-BME),

collaboration including publicizing of the UoA's technical seeds.

Cloud (ARC-Cloud), and High Performance Computing (ARC-HPC).
As the research center utilizing the leading-edge ICT base, CAIST is We are organizing the Computer Science Summer Camp and All-Japanpromoting R&D in response to various social needs.

High School Computing Contest (PC Koshien) in collaboration withcorporate and institutional affiliates, etc.
In particular, PC Koshien's level of recognition has increased

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Through various projects implemented by the Local Revitalization

nationwide, and the skill level of participants is increasing each year. It

Center under industry-government-citizen collaboration, we put our effort

is growing into a competition that serves as an objective for high schoolon research on local revitalization aiming at solving local issues using

students.

student-centered practical learning/practical education.

There were 1,758 participants in PC Koshien 2016, the 14th edition of
the event. In CG Division, a "International High School Division" was Every fiscal year, we engaged in unique activities which fully use

newly established as part of an internationalization initiative. There

strengths of each specialty as cooperation/collaboration projects with

were entries of 68 works from China, Taiwan, and other countries.
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 We opened LICTiA as a new hub for industry-academia-government

strategies, 4) strengthening of foundation for internationalization, 5)collaboration in October 2015 and have provided it as a space for the

streamlining of information toward internationalization, 6) conclusion ofcreation of innovation. As part of the activities, we conduct Aizu Openagreements with more partner institutions for exchange of students andInnovation (AOI) meetings. We had 212 meetings in FY2015 and 343

researchers, 7) enhancement of support for international faculty andmeetings in FY2016.

students.
In FY2014, the UoA was adopted as one of Top Global University

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Project by the MEXT. Thereafter the Center for Globalization was

In order to rejuvenate the region and meet expectation from theestablished in FY2015 as a new division which was developed andregional society, we must find out and work on the regional issues withlocal communities.

inherited from CSIP. Based on the achievements since the university’s

Utilizing the features of the departments ofestablishment, and as one of pioneering universities for ICT field, the UoA

industrial information, food and nutrition, social welfare (and Early

has been tackling internationalization to establish an environment whichChildhood Education, established in FY2016), the Junior College has been

is pulling sustainable globalized education.

conducting activities to promote regional revitalization.

 Proactively developing international exchange activities, adding new As part of student-planned practical learning and education, we

exchange agreements in FY 2016, we signed agreements with 69

actively participate into design competitions, volunteer activities, etc.

universities and research institutes in 19 countries.

There were 81 cases of the student-planned practical learning and We have also established cooperative laboratories and implemented

education in FY 2016.

dual degree programs and international credit recognition, etc. The Centering on the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities

ICT Global Program All-English Course which started accepting

established in April, 2007, collaboration projects were implemented

applications in AY2016 admitted 11 students.

with Fukushima prefecture, Aizu-wakamatsu city, etc. In the local

 We have conducted internship programs, etc. at overseas bases inpractical research project, we proactively worked on revitalization of

Silicon Valley, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and Dalian

mountainy areas.

Neusoft Institute of Information.
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4. International Exchange

JCD looked for possible opportunities and conducted international

UoA

exchanges.

In July 2005, the “Center for Strategy of International Programs (CSIP)”
wasestablished

for

the

following

purposes; 1)

realizationof We started international exchange on Skype in AY 2013. Seminars ofinternationally competitive research environment, 2) planning of

the Industrial Information Science Department and Food andinternational exchange activities, 3) overall promotion of international9

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Nutrition Science Department played a central role in exchanges withcreation of innovation, and to develop ICT human resources.

Milan National University students conducted in AY2015 and AY2016.
 In collaboration with IT companies in Fukushima, the Aizu SLF
Conference conducted a talent development/employment creation

II. Support to Reconstruction from the Great East Japan Earthquake

program aimed at developing IT engineers having immediate fighting

Disasterstrength for the private sector.

UoA
A

Implemented measures exceeding the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

B

Implemented measures as planned

11 items (100%)

C

Implemented measures below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

D

Implemented measure far below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

In FY 2016, we conducted an employment support program that helps
Fukushima residents who evacuated to other locations inside andoutside the prefecture return home and rebuild their lives, byconnecting them with IT companies in Fukushima.
 In November 2015 we signed a memorandum on security with the

Out of 11 items, 11 items (100%) received A or B, which shows that the

Fukushima Prefectural Police Headquarters, shared information on

measures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on the whole.

cybercrime, and provided technical support.

Collaborating with

Fukushima Prefectural Police Headquarters, we conducted the

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Implemented measures exceeding the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

Prefectural Cybercrime Prevention Leader Development Seminar in

B

Implemented measures as planned

3 items (100%)

FY 2016.

C

Implemented measures below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

D

Implemented measure far below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

 We signed a comprehensive cooperative agreement of three parties
with Koriyama city and the Koriyama Area Technopolis Promotion
Organization for the purposes of revitalizing the ICT industry andOut of 3 items, 3 items (100%) received A or B, which shows that the

supporting post-disaster recovery, etc.

measures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on the whole.

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Students

UoA

workedonvariousthemesregardingsolutionsofrevitalization-associated issues in their graduation research, etc. ThisAs a one of ICT specialist universities, the UoA has been using its

would contribute to nurturing of human resources who will take a leading

strengths for reconstruction support after the Great East Japanrole in revitalization efforts.

Earthquake. Therefore, the basic guideline was set, and the Revitalization
Center of the UoA was established on March 4, 2013. Additionally, the Based on the educational collaboration agreement concluded with theLaboratory for leading-edge ICT (LICTiA) was maintained in FY2015 as a

Okuma Town Educational Board in January, 2013, we actively support

central facility of active base for the Revitalization Center of the UoA, andthe development of the individuals who represent the future of Okuma

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Town, by dispatching lecturers and opening the facilities to Elementary We conducted hiring in a systematic manner each fiscal year based on

Schools and Junior High Schools of Okuma Town.

the corporation's hiring policies. Each fiscal year, we hired individuals
with specialized knowledge, experience, etc. to conduct specific projects.
As a result, 25 of 70 administrative employees are corporate employees

III. Improvement of Administrative Operation and Effectivenessas of FY 2016.

UoA
A

Implemented measures exceeding the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

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B

Implemented measures as planned

41 items (97.6%)

 For safe and secure campus life, also as part of preparation for disaster,C

Implemented measures below the plan

1 items ( 2.4%)

maintenance works are conducted based on the long-term maintenanceD

Implemented measure far below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

plans. In FY 2016, automatic fire alarm equipment, broadcasting
system, etc. were renewed.

Out of 42 items, 41 items (97.6%) received A or B, which shows that the Hygiene Manager and Industrial Medical Doctor are appointed one

measures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on the whole.

each. Regularly, the Hygiene Committee meeting is held and

JCDA

Implemented measures exceeding the plan

5 items (15.2%)

B

Implemented measures as planned

28 items (84.8%)

C

Implemented measures below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

D

Implemented measure far below the plan0 items ( 0.0%)

survey/deliberation is conducted aiming at preventing health problems.
In FY 2016 Hygiene Committee News was issued twice and newstress-check scheme was introduced. All the faculty members andadministrative staff were invited to take the stress-check test.
- Stress-check Implementation Rate 85.5%

Out of 33 items, 33 items (100%) received A or B, which shows that themeasures of the mid-term plan are expected to be achieved on the whole.
UoA
 The environmental policy and goals were revised in FY2012. We workon energy and resource saving countermeasures such as reducing
disposals by classifying garbage, reducing electricity use by turning off
switches, saving water.
 The university widely and regularly remind its members of code of
conduct once every year at training sessions, and put its effort on
promoting compliance. In FY 2016 the code of conduct were explainedat the Faculty Assembly meeting to maintain strict observation.
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２ Evaluation by Item Summary Table

The Public University Corporation, the University of Aizu
Self-Evaluation by the Public University Corporation, the University of Aizu

Evaluation by the Evaluation Committee

Evaluation Items
Achievement of the Plans
Mid.
Annual

Measures to be Taken
to Achieve Goals
regarding Improvement
Chapter1 of the Quality of
Education/Research
Conducted at the
University

Mid.

AnnualMid.
AnnualMid.

1

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding Education

Annual

Ａ
Ｂ
3
Ａ
Ｂ
2
Ａ
Ｂ
3
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved largely as planned.

131
130
87

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

2
2
1

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved largely as planned.

44

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
2
87
(The University)
It was carried out almost as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
43
(The Junior College Division)
It was carried out almost as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
1
Ａ
Ｂ
1
Ａ
Ｂ
1
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved largely as planned.

80
80
50

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

2
2
1

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved largely as planned.

30

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
1
50
(The University)
It was carried out almost as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
30
(The Junior College Division)
It was carried out almost as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
6
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
6
0
0
Ａ
1
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The University)
Improvement of selection method of enrollment in undergraduate course, systematic publicity for securing volunteers, securing
international students and graduate students at graduate school, etc. are expected to be achieved as planned.
Mid.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We will establish a new entrance examination / public relations center (tentative name), which will enable comprehensive
promotion of entrance examination work and public relations work, so we are expected to achieve as planned.
Ａ
1
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The University)
In order to secure superior students, we implemented energetically more effective public relations activities such asadmission advice council inside and outside the prefecture, delivering lectures, high school visits, web advertisement and open
Annual campus, as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We implemented the entrance acceptance policy as planned, including publicizing and announcing policy on admission policy
acceptance through open campus through campus guide, support website such as website.
Mid.
Annual(１)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding admission andentrance examination
systems

By item

12

Specialnotes
concerning
evaluation

Mid.
AnnualMid.

(２)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding content andachievements ofeducation

Ａ
Ａ
Ａ

0
0
0

Ｂ
Ｂ
Ｂ

36
36
26

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

2
2
1

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

(The University)
In the undergraduate course, after considering relaxation of pre-conditions in English subjects, establishment of short-term study
abroad subjects, introduction of study skill seminar, we reviewed the special subjects extensively and decided to introduce the fourth
semester from FY2008 did. In addition, in the graduate school, in order to raise further continuity with undergraduate education, we
decided to carry out 8 weeks classes in all the semesters ahead of the introduction of the undergraduate 4 semester term system, and ingeneral, as planned, etc. It is expected to be achieved.

Ａ
0
Ｂ
10
Ｃ
1
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We are planning to achieve the plan as planned, such as ongoing inspection and evaluation of the curriculum and progressing
the formation of an effective and efficient curriculum that accurately responds to the needs of the times and society.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
26
1
0
(The University)
Sharing the new curriculum specific plan for the introduction in FY2003 with the whole university, soliciting opinions andcomments from faculty, repeatedly considering, planning that is in line with the field (specialized field) system connected withthe graduate school is almost completed, etc. It was carried out on the street.
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
10
Ｃ
1
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
The grade evaluation criteria and study learning goal were specified on the syllabus, further awareness through guidance etc.
was made awareness thoroughness, and implementation was introduced to the next computer system to introduce GPA, we carried out
as planned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
11
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
11
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
5
0
0
(The University)
It is expected to achieve roughly as planned about supplementing teachers from an international perspective, further improving
the educational ability of teachers, and improving computer network systems in campus.
Mid.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
6
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Eleven courses are offered by each department teacher in basic curriculum and three subjects by part-time lecturers areoffered, which is expected to be achieved as planned
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
5
0
0
(The University)
We adopted teacher recruitment by international open recruitment, improvement of class evaluation by students, improvement of
intra-campus computer system, etc. as planned
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
6
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
Mid.
Annual(３)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding content andachievements ofeducation

Mid.
AnnualMid.

(４)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding student
support(The Junior College Division)
We opened the department of early childhood education in April, In addition, the teacher training curriculum committee considered theestablishment of a teacher license lesson, decided to open in August, 1990, examined preparation schedule and started preparations, etc.,
as planned.

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
27
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
27
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
16
0
0
(The University)
It is expected to achieve roughly as planned about student support in collaboration with mentor · school enrollment support ·association office · creation dormitory etc., school enrollment support by TA · SA, promotion of student's economic burden,
promotion of international exchange activities, employment guidance etc. .
Ａ
0
Ｂ
11
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected that it will be achieved as planned, such as grasping the actual situation of life of students, examining
improvement of library holding capacity of the attached library.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
16
0
0

(The University)
Further enhancement of the mentor system, extension of opening time of school attendance support office, support for international
student living by strengthening international student orientation and Japanese language education, employment support by enhancement of
Annual venture experience studio, etc as planned.

Ａ
0
Ｂ
11
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Student counselors, faculty members, counselors and administrative staff of each department conducted information sharing
closely, cooperated to support student's overall academic and general life support, solve various problems, etc., as planned.

13

Mid.
AnnualMid.

２

Measures to be Taken
to Achieve Goals
regarding Research

AnnualMid.
Annual

Mid.

(１)

Ａ
Ｂ
2
Ａ
Ｂ
1
Ａ
Ｂ
2
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

24
24
18

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

6

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
1
18
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
6
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
Ａ
Ａ

2
1
2

Ｂ
Ｂ
Ｂ

16
16
14

(The University)
It is expected to achieve roughly as planned about efforts for various research in three departments, research activities in fiveclusters of advanced information science research center (CAIST), research in renewable energy field by "regional innovation strategy
support Ａ
program"
0
Ｂ
2
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0

(The Junior College Division)
At the Regional Revitalization Center, we will establish a "regional practical research project" and conduct research to solve
regional problems, and we expect to achieve it as planned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
14
0
0

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding researchstandards and results

Annual(The University)
Participation in various projects in three departments, participation in space projects at the Advanced Information Science ResearchCenter Space Information Science cluster, and summary of the "Regional Innovation Strategy Support Program" in the final year of the
project were implemented as planned.

]
0
Ｂ
2
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We compiled the results of fundamental research into "research bulletin" and "research seeds collection", and at the
department of early childhood education, we carried out the plan according to the plan, such as publication of "Early childhood
education research" of the department's research paper collection.
Mid.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
8
0
0
Annual
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
8
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
0

Mid.

(２)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding improvementof systems, etc. forpromotion of research(The University)
It is expected that joint research at the Advanced Information Science Research Center, matching of research seeds with corporate needs,
efficient operation of intellectual property, creation of reconstruction support framework in competitive research expenses, etc. will
generally be achieved as planned.

Ａ
0
Ｂ
4
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to achieve as planned, including full-scale implementation of the integration of competitive research funds
between the University of Aizu and the Junior college of the University of Aizu, and promoting diverse research by faculty
members.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
0
(The University)
Introduction of active external funds at the Advanced Information Science Research Center, matching of research seeds withcorporate needs, efficient management and operation of intellectual property, etc., as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
4
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
Annual(The Junior College Division)
The plan was implemented as planned, including consideration of regional design development in consignment projects andmanagement and operation of intellectual property such as various design competitions centered on industry academic andpractical education at the Regional Revitalization Center Steering Committee.

14

Mid.
AnnualMid.

３

Measures to be Taken
to Achieve Goals
regarding Contribution
to Local Communities

Annual

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

21
20
14

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

7

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
14
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
6
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
14
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
14
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
11
0
0
(The University)
It is expected that the planning and implementation of the "Aizu University Regional Contribution Policy", the implementationof community contribution activities such as opening facilities and delivering lectures, promotion of collaboration between
Mid. high-level universities and university cooperation projects, etc. will be largely achieved as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
6
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Based on the basic policy on community contribution, we implemented temporary and open lectures and other efforts to matchregional needs and seeds with "regional practical research project", actively conduct research and educational activities
related to the region, as planned It is expected to be achieved.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
11
0
0
(The University)
Implemented as planned, including implementation of open courses and teacher dispatch courses, community contribution
activities such as delivery lectures, collaboration projects based on high-level collaboration agreements, human resource
Annual development through problem-solving human resource development model projects.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
5
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)In order to make initiatives that will contribute to the community contribution actively as arevitalization center in the same way as the previous year, urging the utilization of the "Regional Practical Research Project",securing the project budget, leading to active area studies of faculty members , Implemented as planned.
Mid.
Annual(１)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding collaborationand cooperation withlocal communities, etc.

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
Provision of teacher's knowledge and technology to local industries, various collaborations with university-originated venturecompanies, provision of innovation of advanced ICT laboratory (LICTiA), etc. are expected to be achieved as planned.
Mid.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected that it will be achieved as planned, such as promoting project research based on regional characteristics,
centering on collaboration and collaboration projects with regional organizations.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
Matching between corporate needs and research seeds, promotion of human resources development project in collaboration with
university-originated venture, etc., as planned.
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We conducted project research based on regional characteristics, mainly on collaboration and collaboration with regionalorganizations, and carried out as planned.

Mid.
Annual(２)

Specific measures
regarding promotion ofregional industry

15

Mid.
AnnualMid.

４

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding International
Exchange

AnnualMid.
AnnualMid.

(１)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding promotion ofinternational exchange

6
6
5

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

1

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
5
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
Ａ
Ａ

0
0
0

Ｂ
Ｂ
Ｂ

6
6
5

(The University)
In addition to concluding international exchange agreements and dispatching and accepting students based on unit compatibility withconclusion schools, we also concrete exchanges including short-term study abroad and the classes before and after short-term study as unit
"English Experience Gateway", students Promoted studying abroad. It is also expected to achieve as planned, such as implementing new
programs such as Silicon Valley training in the superglobal university creation support project

Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to achieve as planned, including student exchange with the National University of Milan.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
5
0
0
(The University)
We have implemented the ICT Global Program's English Language Program and Global 3 + 2 Program, and actively implemented theplan as aimed at acquiring excellent students from overseas universities.
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We carried out exchanges with Thai 's "Taizhou Institute of Technology" students through Skype, and carried out as planned.
Mid.
Annual

Measures to be Taken
to Achieve Goals
regarding Provision ofChapter 2 Support toReconstruction fromthe Great East Japan
Earthquake

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

Mid.

Annual

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

14
14
11

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

3

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
11
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

16

Mid.
Annual1

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding Provision of
Support toReconstruction Efforts
from the Great East
Japan Earthquake

Mid.

AnnualMid.
Annual

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

9
9
7

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

2

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
7
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
2
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
(The University)
It is expected to achieve as planned by implementing "Aizu University IT Entrepreneur Development Project".

0
0
0

Mid.

(１)

Specific measures fornurturing of IT humanresources, etc.

(２)

Approaches forcreation of new
industry

Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Graduation research seminars, efforts to nurture human resources who can work on resolving recovery tasks through regional
project exercises, etc. are expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
Under the cooperation of IT companies in the prefecture, we implemented a work support project to connect evacuees and IT
companies, to secure ICT talent, to support the returning and rebuilding of the prefectural people who are evacuating inside andAnnual outside the prefecture, as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Graduation research seminar, efforts to nurture personnel who can work on resolving recovery tasks through regional project
exercises, etc., we implemented as planned.
Mid.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
Annual
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
(The University)
Robot Valley Creation Promotion Project is expected to achieve as planned, including research and development of robots bycooperation with robot manufacturers such as Hama-dori region and information and communication companies.
Mid.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Learning support, opening of kids college, etc. are expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
(The University)
In the Robot Valley Creation Promotion Project, Robotics Research and Development was carried out through cooperation withrobot manufacturers such as Hama-dori region, and information and communication companies. In addition to opening a software
Annual library maintained at the advanced ICT laboratory, we held an intermediate software lecture meeting and carried out as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
(The Junior College Division)
Learning support, opening of Kids' College, etc. were carried out as planned.

17

0

Ｄ

0

Mid.
AnnualMid.

(３)

Smooth operation of
University of Aizu
Revitalization Center

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
In technical negotiation and exchange of opinions from entrepreneurs, we tried various collaborations, including seeking
participation from the University of Aizu University as necessary, and held 343 AOI conferences in FY28, and carried out as
Annual planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
0
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Mid.
Annual２

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding Utilization of
IT to Support the
Quake Restoration

Mid.

AnnualMid.
AnnualMid.

(１)

Support for healthsurveys, etc. from IT
perspectives

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
In addition to placing two full-time faculty members at the reconstruction support center, we expect to achieve the plan asplanned, such as implementing new human resource development projects.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
0
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
-

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

3
3
3

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
(The Junior College Division)
-

0

C

0

D

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
3
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
(The Junior College Division)
-

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

B

Ｂ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
(The University)
In the prefectural health survey conducted by Fukushima Medical University and others, the prefectural people are expected toachieve the plan as planned, including advising on system development and security measures assuming crisis management, etc. inorder to manage the data left to safety and security.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
0
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
-

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
(The University)
In the prefectural health survey conducted by Fukushima Medical University and others, advised the prefectural people on
security measures and the like assuming system development and crisis management in order to manage data that is left to safety
and security. We also carried out as planned, including participation in the study group on data provision for academic research
Annual purpose organized by the prefecture.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
0
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
-

18

Mid.
AnnualMid.

(２)Approaches forcreation of new
industryＡ
0(The Junior College Division)
-

３

Mid.

AnnualMid.
Annual

Measures to be Taken
to Achieve Goals
regarding Improvement
Chapter 3of Administrative
Operation andEffectiveness

Ｂ

0

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
(The University)
In Fukushima Prefecture general disaster prevention drill in August of Heisei 28, we carried out the plan according to theplan, including presenting the research results of the "Strategic Innovation Creation Program" of the Cabinet Office
Annual "Strengthening the Resilient Disaster Prevention and Reduction Function".
Ａ
0
Ｂ
0
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Mid.
Annual

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding Collaboration
and Cooperation in
Provision of Support toReconstruction

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
(The University)
It is expected to achieve as planned, including research and development of smart grid information infrastructure, as a"regional innovation strategy support program" of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.

Mid.

Annual

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

2
2
1

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

1

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
1
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
3
Ａ
Ｂ
3
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved largely as planned.

71
69
41

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

1
2
1

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
3
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

30

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
40
(The University)
It was carried out almost as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

2

Ｄ

0

Ａ
3
Ｂ
29
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

19

Mid.
Annual1

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding Improvementof Administrative
Operation andEffectivenessMid.

Annual

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

18
18
11

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

7

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
11
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
7
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
12
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
12
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
8
0
0
(The University)
In addition to hiring corporate staff on a systematic basis, it is expected that it will be achieved as planned, including
implementing a staff English class to improve the English proficiency of staff.
Mid.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
4
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
In order to thoroughly inform the manual such as ordering teachers, we are expected to achieve the plan as planned, including
compliance training.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
8
0
0
(The University)
Employment of special project supporters with specialized knowledge and experience, implementation of English classes for
improving the English proficiency of staff, etc. were implemented as planned.
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
4
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We conducted thorough awareness of manuals such as ordering faculty members, reviewed it as necessary, and made efforts toimprove the efficiency of execution of research expenses, etc., as planned.
Mid.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
6
0
0
Annual
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
6
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
It is expected that regular meetings by officials of the secretariat for executing administrative and rational execution will
be carried out, consideration of outsourcing, consolidation consolidation and paperlessization, improvement of academic system,
Mid. etc. will be achieved as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
In order to thoroughly inform the manual such as ordering teachers, we are expected to achieve the plan as planned, including
compliance training.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
We held the regular meeting by executive officials of the secretariat, efficiency improvement by joint holding of thedepartment manager's council and the education research council, and sufficient operation verification including troubleshooting
Annual for smooth operation of the academic system were implemented as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We conducted thorough awareness of manuals such as ordering faculty members, reviewed it as necessary, and made efforts toimprove the efficiency of execution of research expenses, etc., as planned.
Mid.
Annual(１)

Measures forachievement of goals
for improvement oforganizational operation(２)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding improvementof effectiveness andpracticality ofadministrative work

20

Mid.
AnnualMid.

２

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding Improvementof Financial Affairs

AnnualMid.
Annual(１)(２)

Specific measures
regarding growth ofself-generated income,including external
research funds andother revenue

Specific measures
regardingeconomization of
expenses

Mid.

Ａ
Ｂ
2
Ａ
Ｂ
1
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved largely as planned.

8
8
7

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
1
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
2
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
We gained results that exceeded some plans.

1

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
6
(The University)
It was carried out almost as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
1
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
We gained results that exceeded some plans.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

2

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
6
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
6
1
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
5
0
0
(The University)
We promptly notified by e-mail about information on various publicly offered external funds such as Grant-in-Aid for
Scientific Research and guided public information by the bulletin board of the research building. Also, in response to requests
from each faculty member, we provided support for research applications such as support for document creation etc., and applied
for public offering funds that exceeded the plan. It is expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
1
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
In addition to providing information on open funded external funds to teachers from time to time, we held information briefing
sessions on grants for scientific research grants, etc. We also assisted the application and urged active application. It is
expected to be achieved as planned.

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
1
0
(The University)
We continued to provide information on external funds and support document preparation, and carried out as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
2
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
Annual(The Junior College Division)
In addition to providing information on open funded external funds to teachers from time to time, we held information briefing
sessions on grants for scientific research grants, etc. We also assisted the application and urged active application. It was
implemented as planned.
Mid.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
2
0
0
Annual
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
2
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
(The University)
We regularly monitored the air conditioning to grasp the actual situation of operation, we tried to save energy by conducting
detailed driving operations, etc. We also switched to LED at the replacement time of the lighting fixtures. It is expected to beMid. achieved as planned
Ａ
1
Ｂ
0
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We made efforts to "make visible" to increase the awareness of energy conservation, such as sending "Electricity Saving News"
via e-mail and posting the power saving status in a graph. It is expected to be achieved exceeding the target.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
(The University)
Conducted contracts for goods with a large cost saving effect, reduced power consumption by complying with air conditioning
set temperature and partly extinguished, cost saving and energy saving by air conditioning cooling water pump inverter and LED
lighting implemented as planned.
Annual
Ａ
1
Ｂ
0
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
In addition to developing a power saving action plan, I participated in the Fukushima Protocol project and worked on the whole
school. As a result of periodic e-mail distribution of "energy-saving news" and posting of power saving status graphs etc. so as
to raise awareness of energy conservation, we achieved results far exceeding the target.

21

Mid.
Annual３

Measures forAchievement of Goals
regarding Internal
Investigations and
Evaluations, andProvision of Information

Mid.

Annual

Ａ
Ｂ
0
Ａ
Ｂ
1
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

14
13
7

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

0
0
0

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
0
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

7

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
7
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
1
Ｂ
6
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
8
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
8
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
0
(The University)
Summary of work results and periodic evaluation mainly on self check / evaluation room, grasp of research activities, issue of"Aizu University Seeds collection", grasp of community contribution activities, acceptance of third party evaluation by
Mid. certification evaluation agency etc. , Is expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
4
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected that students will evaluate lessons and make necessary improvements on the content of the lessons, etc., asplanned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
4
0
0
(The University)
Conducted a compilation of work results, implementation of self-inspection / evaluation, grasp of research activities andresult report, creation of inspection / evaluation report for acceptance of third party certification evaluation, etc. as
Annual planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
4
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We conducted class evaluations by students, implemented necessary improvements on the content of classes, etc., and carriedout as planned.
Mid.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
6
0
0
Annual
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
5
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
For the official website of the university, we aimed to increase applicants, renewed to make it correspond to browsing withsmartphones and others. It is expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
Mid.
(The Junior College Division)
In addition to improving the content of the website on a timely basis, the Department of Social Welfare also launched adepartmental website for publicizing the department of early childhood education department and the contents of the department's
education / research to the area. It is expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
Implementation of website workers training sessions, website measurement effect analysis, refurbishment, effective sending of
information by official SNS, as planned.
Annual
Ａ
1
Ｂ
2
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We will update "Research Seeds", "Dispatch Course Introduction / Course List", distribute it to relevant organizations groups,
etc. and publish all of the above, including "Business Activity Report" at the Regional Revitalization Center on the Web ,Implemented as planned.
Mid.
Annual(１)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding improvementof evaluations(２)

Specific measures forpromotion of disclosureand transmission of
information

22

Mid.
Annual４

Specific Measures forAchievement ofImportant Goals
regarding Other
Business Operation

Mid.

AnnualMid.
AnnualMid.

(１)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding compliance

(２)

31
30
16

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

1
1
1

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

Ａ
1
Ｂ
(The Junior College Division)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

15

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
0
16
(The University)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

1

Ｄ

0

Ａ
1
Ｂ
14
(The Junior College Division)
It carried out as planned and achieved certain results.

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
2
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
(The University)
In addition to thoroughly informing the Code of Conduct and internal auditing, we conducted a research ethics and complianceworkshop for teachers and staff at the university. It is expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We thoroughly disseminated the Code of Conduct and conducted internal audits. It is expected to be achieved as planned

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
1
0
0
(The University)
We explained about compliance with the Code of Conduct and thoroughly aimed. In addition, we held a briefing session for
Grants-in-aid for Scientific Research Projects and implemented as planned, including aiming to improve fairness concerning
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
1
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
We implemented thoroughly and thoroughly about the Code of Conduct and conducted internal audits and carried out as planned.
Mid.
Annual

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding maintenanceand utilization, etc. of
facilities and equipment

Ａ
Ｂ
1
Ａ
Ｂ
1
Ａ
Ｂ
0
(The University)
It is expected to be achieved as planned.

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
12
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
1
11
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
7
0
0
(The University)
We conduct inspections, repairs and renewal of facilities and equipment, as planned, and are expected to achieve as planned

Mid.

Ａ
1
Ｂ
5
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Based on the long-term facility maintenance plan, we are planning to accomplish the project as planned, such as updating thetransformer.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
7
0
0
(The University)
We carried out as planned, including efforts to refurbish facilities such as absorption refrigerator repair work and roof
waterproof repair work of lecture building, etc. over the years.
Annual
Ａ
1
Ｂ
4
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Implementation was carried out as planned, including repair of degraded facility, including automatic fire alarm equipment andrenovation of wood working room outer wall etc. based on long-term maintenance plan.

23

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
11
1
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
11
1
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
5
1
0
(The University)
In addition to calling for medical examinations, firefighting disaster prevention drills and AED training sessions were held.
It is expected to be achieved as planned.
Mid.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
6
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
(The Junior College Division)
In addition to calling for medical checkups, we conducted firefighting disaster prevention drills. It is expected to beachieved as planned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
5
1
0
(The University)
For everyone seeking consultation, we actively promote enlightenment, such as calling for consultation at e-mails,
conferences, etc. on medical examination date and preliminary day. It was implemented as planned.
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
6
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
In addition to calling for medical checkups, we conducted firefighting disaster prevention drills and carried out as planned.
Mid.
Annual(３)

Measures forachievement of goals
regarding healthcare
and safety management

Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
6
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
6
0
0
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
Based on the latest information technology, we carried out update of computer network system and development of software. It
Mid. is expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
Implemented an entrance examination system and an academic system accompanying the establishment of department of earlychildhood education. It is expected to be achieved as planned.
Ａ
Ｂ
Ｃ
Ｄ
0
3
0
0
(The University)
We implemented the updating of computer system 1 in March, 1999, and implemented the software environment as planned, such asadvancing adaptability to the new computer system environment
Annual
Ａ
0
Ｂ
3
Ｃ
0
Ｄ
0
(The Junior College Division)
In addition to collecting information on academic systems and wireless systems for next generation ICT utilization education,in lieu of permanently setting up a PC in the exercise room at the next system review committee, a style of ICT environment
realized by leasing PC to all students We examined the possibility of the project, and carried out as planned.

Mid.
Annual(４)

Measures forachievement of goals
for maintenance andutilization ofcommunication
infrastructure

Tot.
Mid.
The University
The Junior College Division

Ａ
Ａ
Ａ

6
3
3

Ｂ
Ｂ
Ｂ

216
139
77

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

3
2
1

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

225
144
81

Tot.
AnnualThe University
The Junior College Division

Ａ
Ａ
Ａ

5
2
3

Ｂ
Ｂ
Ｂ

213
138
75

Ｃ
Ｃ
Ｃ

4
3
1

Ｄ
Ｄ
Ｄ

0
0
0

222
143
79

24

3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Education

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
Item 1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Education sibility)(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
admission and entrance examination systems(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
admission and entrance examination systems
A（i）a

The University of Aizu
The Undergraduate Program
For recruitment of students meeting the University’s Admission
Policy, review and improve the admission methods on acontinuing basis. And also, as a part of Top Global University
Project*, introduce new admission methods.

MID-TERM

A
（i）

Ａ

3

Ｂ

131

Ｃ

2

Ｄ

0

Ａ

2

Ｂ

130

Ｃ

2

Ｄ

0

Ａ

1

Ｂ

80

Ｃ

2

Ｄ

0

ANNUAL

Ａ

1

Ｂ

80

Ｃ

2

Ｄ

0

MID-TERM

Ａ

1

Ｂ

6

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

ANNUAL

Ａ

1

Ｂ

6

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

The University of Aizu
The Undergraduate Program
1
SAD
【SRS】

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In order to secure excellent students who satisfy our admission
policy, we proactively engaged in more effective PR activities
including PR Sessions of UoA held across the prefecture andelsewhere, off-campus lectures, high-school visits, web ads andOpen Campus, based on the investigation/analysis/assessment
made on the results of last academic year’s admission exams,
questionnaire survey to applicants, and other universities’admission systems. As a result, applicant count is increasing.
*Pass rate (General Category)*Top Global University Project; The Top Global University
Project is a MEXT’s project that aims to increase the international
viability and competitiveness of Japanese universities by providing
focused support to top-level universities with world-wide appeal,
and to universities that drive internationalization in Japanesesociety, both of which are promoting full-fledged globalization
through collaboration with excellent overseas universities and theirown institutional reform. The UoA was selected for the “Type B:
Globalization Driver” category.

AY2013
admission
4.1 to 1

AY2014
admission
4.1 to 1

AY2015
admission
4.5 to 1

AY2016
admission
5.7 to 1

Moreover, as a form of the Super Global University Creation
Support Project, ICT Global Program All-English Course and its
various admission systems for recruiting excellent international
students were established.

25(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We reviewed the existing method of admission and established a
new admission exam related to SGU project. As such, we
conclude that the plans are achieved.

MID-TERM

ANNUALａ

The Admission Center will investigate, analyze and evaluate
results of previous year's entrance examination, other universities'
admission systems and questionnaires to the applicants, etc.
Afterwards, we will continue to discuss admission slection
methods, taking into account efforts being made to replace thecurrent National Center Test with a new entrance examination
system.
Further, in regards to the ICT Global Program All-English
Course* for which recruitment will start in FY2016, investigate,
analyze, and evaluate the results of the entrance examination inorder to optimize the entrance selection method for the course.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The following three actions were taken regarding admission
The Admission Center will investigate, analyze and evaluate
exams.
results of the questionnaire survey conducted to applicants in the(1) Partial revision on the general admission system
previous fiscal year, other universities' admission systems, and theBased on the situation of national and public universities andGeneral Selection- B (five subject areas and seven subjects of theopinions from the association of high-school principals ofcenter examination) which was newly implemented from the
Fukushima prefecture, we introduced a type of admission which
AY2017 entrance examination. Afterwards, we will continue torequires applicants to take five subjects (seven exams) of the
discuss admission selection methods, taking into account efforts
center exam.
being made to replace the current National Center Test with a new
Applicants: 226 (Admission capacity: 36, Pass rate: 6.3 to 1)
entrance examination system.
*Existing-type exam (using one science subject of the center
Further, in regards to the ICT Global Program All-English
exam)
Course* for which recruitment started in FY2016, investigate,
Applicants: 825 (Admission capacity: 138, Pass rate: 6.0 to 1)
analyze, and evaluate the results of the entrance examination in(2) Establishment of additional exam venue for general admission order to optimize the entrance selection method for the course.
In order to increase the number of applicants of western Japan,* ICT Global Program All-English Course: An Undergraduate
Kyoto Venue (Kyoto University of Foreign Studies) was newly
school course in which students can complete taking both generalestablished.
education course and specialized course only in English from the Applicants: 207 (Aizu venue: 450, Tokyo venue: 394)
first year.
(3) Implementation of ICT Global All-English Program Admission
Exam
We introduced and implemented three exams (General Admission,
Advanced-standing Admission and Special Admission) by
referring to the circumstances of other universities, etc.
 Applicants: Two for general admission, seven for advancedstanding admission and eight for special admission)
In addition, the following are implemented;- The Admission Center Steering Meeting (one time)- Round-table conference with high-school principals of
Fukushima Prefecture (Sep. 30, 2016)
Hearing survey from high-school teachers responsible for career
guidance (via high school visits, phone, etc.)* ICT Global Program All-English Course: An Undergraduate
school course in which students can complete taking both general
education course and specialized course only in English from thefirst year.

Ｂｂ

In order to attract more prospective students to the University,
promote effective and systematic PR activities under the initiativeof “Admission Center” of the University, through diverse
approaches, including timely updates of relevant web pages,
proactive attendance at university fairs, off-campus lectures by ourfaculty for high school students, and UoA Open Campus, etc.

2
SAD
【SRS】

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We strove to provide various information mainly through web ads The competition rate keeps its rising trend. Therefore, wetargeting to students who are interested in the UoA.
conclude that we made higher achievements than expected in the
We conducted more efficient and effective high-school visits byplans.
narrowing the target region and high schools, based on the analysis
on the situation of applicants to the UoA. We also proactively
participated in university fairs, etc. organized by private companies
offering academic support services, etc.
We introduced new attempts for Open Campus to gain moreparticipants such as giving free gifts for visitors who wrote about
the Open Campus on social media.
In addition, we utilized “Homecoming Reporter System” anddispatched our students to homeroom teachers and those in chargeof career instruction in the high schools they graduated from thatthey had belonged to, so that they provide information on the UoA.

26

Ｂ

ｂ

(ii) The Graduate School (Master’s Program)ａ(ii)

In order to steadly secure more applicants, we will develop
effective promotional actvities using visits to high schools
inside/outside Fukushima, social media sites, and more tightly
targeted internet advertisements. This will be in addition toattendance at university fairs, conduction of off-campus lectures,and organization of the UoA Open Campus. At the same time, theupdate of the homepage and the campus guide pamplets will be
actively utilized as part of promotional activities for the UoA.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We kept going with the existing activities. PR activities wereIn order to steadily secure more applicants, we will develop
proactively conducted based on the plans, mainly focusing on
effective promotional activities using visits to high schools
participation in the university fairs and high school visits. As ainside/outside Fukushima, social media sites, and more tightly
result, the number of applicants to the recommendation-basedtargeted internet advertisements. This will be in addition toadmission reached almost the same as last academic year, which attendance at university fairs, conduction of off-campus lectures,
was the highest number in the past. In addition, the number ofand organization of the UoA Open Campus. At the same time, theapplicants to the general admission was 1,051, the highest number update of the homepage and the campus guide pamphlets will besince the incorporation of the UoA. [PR Session of UoA]
actively utilized as part of promotional activities for the UoA.
- 59 times (58 times in FY2015)- The number of consulters: 261[Off-campus Lectures]- 37 times
The number of faculty members dispatched: 37 in total (actual
number: 19)(FY2015: 33 times, 33 members)[Open Campus]- Consultations with applicants on admissions, counseling by UoA
students on taking exam
- The number of visitors: 918 (FY2015: 841)
[High School Visits]- The number of high schools we visited: 209 in total (FY2015:184)- The number of high schools that UoA students visited: 11 intotal (FY2015: 24)

Ａ

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｂ

The Graduate School (Master’s Program)
3
SAD
【SRS】

Recruit excellent international students, including those fromacademic exchange partner universities and those supported bygovernment’s scholarship. At the same time, promote therecruitment activities domestically.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We made efforts to secure excellent international students by
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
utilizing relevant systems. At the same time, measures were taken
to increase the number of UoA graduates advancing to the UoA
graduate school. Also, efforts were made to secure applicants fromoutside the UoA, including students of technical colleges, etc. As
the result, the number of admitted students, once dropped,
however, showed an increase.
*The number of admitted master’s students
AY2013
admission
73

AY2014
admission
63

AY2015
admission
65

AY2016
admission
69(The sum of spring and fall admission of AY 2016 is 81)ａStrive to recruit excellent international students by making further
use of the national government's scholarship programs and throughcollaboration with academic exchange partner universities throughthe UoA Dual Degree Program, etc. At the same time, activities tosecure students domestically primarily from National TechnicalColleges. will be carried out.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We made efforts to secure excellent international students by
utilizing national scholarship programs and collaborative
agreements with partner universities through Dual Degree
Program, etc. In order to secure students of domestic universities,
etc., we also visited technical colleges and offered off-campus
lectures, as well as sending posters advertising the UoA graduate
school to National Institutes of Technology and universities.
As the result, the number of students admitted to the master’s
program was 12 in AY2016-fall, and 67 in AY2017-spring.

27(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Strive to recruit excellent international students by making further
use of the national government's scholarship programs and throughcollaboration with academic exchange partner universities throughthe UoA Dual Degree Program (DDP), etc. At the same time,
activities to secure students domestically primarily from National
Technical Colleges. will be carried out.
*Dual Degree Program (DDP): a type of programs organized
between the university and partners. In principal, students sentfrom the university can study at the host university as regularstudents. When they satisfy requirements of graduation at both
home and host universities, participants shall be awarded
academic degree from both institutes.

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Build and implement curriculum that will increase ourundergraduate students’ motivation to proceed to our graduate
school.
Support students to complete “Early Admission System” and theProgram of the Undergraduate and Master’s Programs for Five
Years through Integration of the Two Programs” systematicallyand smoothly making good use of the Honors Program of “TopGlobal University Program”.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In order to enhance educational coherence of undergraduate and The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
graduate schools, the graduate school’s quarter system was shiftedto a set of eight-week terms throughout the academic year.
Moreover, the quarter system was introduced to the undergraduate
school in AY2016. And the curriculum was reformed. The
undergraduate-master consecutive five-year program waspromoted to students in various opportunities. And students in thefive-year program received scholarships during their master’s
enrollment. In order to foment students’ consciousness towardadvancing to the graduate school, we provided students with
relevant information and explanations through lectures, etc. fromtheir first year of undergraduate school. At the same time, weorganized Graduate School Information Fair to provide them more
concrete information.
*The number of students in the Undergraduate-Master’s five-year
consecutive program
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015programA programB1 programB2
3
4
1
2
1
1
1
3
2
4

total
3
7
3
9

Program A: Four-year undergraduate education and one year
master’s program
Program B1: Withdrawal at the 3rd-year undergraduate program,and two-year master’s program
Program B2: Graduation from the undergraduate program at the
3rd-year grade and two-year master’s programｂ

In order to build awareness of the significance of further
education, we will actively provide information to undergraduate
students from their first year during lectures, career guidance, etc.
At the same time, provide opportunities for parents and guardians
to gain understanding of advancement to graduate school.
In addition, further in-depth investigations will be made into theefficient and effective transition of the Integrated Five-Year
Undergraduate and Master's Program to the Honor's Program
within the SGU project. Investigations aimed at the early
implementation of this transition will also be conducted.

B

The Junior College(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(1) In order to foment students’ consciousness toward further
education at graduate school, Graduate School Information Fair
was held twice. We had our Master’s students to participate in thefair and conduct poster sessions, as well as alumni (OBs) to talkabout the significance of advancing to the graduate school, basedon their own standpoint and experience.
[Graduate School Information Fair]- Date: Jun 1and Dec. 7, 2016
- Participants: approx. 50(2) Regarding the Undergraduate-Master’s Five-year Program,
three students were certified for Program A, one student wascertified for Program B1 and three were certified for Program B2.
There were seven students in total. This means that the number ofstudents advancing to the graduate school had a decrease of one
for each of the Program B1 and 2 categories.
(3) We proactively explained the necessity and superiority offurther education at graduate school and provided information on
the Five-year Program to students in the “Introduction to
Computer Science and Engineering” classes for 1st-year
undergraduates and carrier guidance for 3rd -year undergraduates,
as well as to their guardians in Open Campus and Campus
Festivals.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to build awareness of the significance of further
education, we will actively provide information to undergraduate
students from their first year during lectures, career guidance,
Graduate School information fair, etc. At the same time, provide
opportunities for parents and guardians to gain understanding ofadvancement to graduate school.
In addition, further in-depth investigations will be made into theefficient and effective transition of the Integrated Five-Year
Undergraduate and Master's Program to the Honor's Program
within the SGU project. Investigations aimed at the early
implementation of this transition will also be conducted.

Ｂ
B

The Junior College

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In order to recruit excellent students, widely announce andpublicize the admission policy while reviewing and improving PR
activities such as high school visits by faculty, explanatory
meetings for admissions, and open campus events, etc. andadvertisement tools such as the College’s brochure, website andPR magazines, etc.

(i)

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(a-1) Our admission policy was widely publicized through(a) We have (1) widely announced/popularized our admission
promotional activities such as high-school visits, PR session ofpolicy, (2) conducted PR activities including high-school visits,
UoA and Open Campus. Promotional aid tools such as Campus
Carrier Fair and Open Campus, (3) made verification,
Guide and website were also utilized.
improvements and enhancements on the promotional tools such as(a-2) We made improvements on Campus Guide and enhanced the PR magazines, (4) gained excellent students. As such, the plans
content of the UoA website. Holding of Open Campus wasare expected to be achieved.
increased to three times a year from FY2015 (June, August andOctober). We utilized advertising media such as “LINE”, TV ads
and newspaper ads to publicize the holding of the event to wide
range of targets including applicants living outside Fukushima
prefecture.
(a-3) Upon high-school visits by faculty members, the situation of
applicants to the UoA was investigated and verified. In FY2015,
we visited 166 high schools (inside the prefecture: 70, outside theprefecture: 96), which has increased from previous years.
The questionnaire survey to applicants revealed the importance of
having face-to-face interviews with high-school teachers
responsible for carrier guidance. In collaboration with thepromotional committee, we enhanced PR activities on website toadvertize Open Campus, etc.
The number of applicants has recovered from a decrease after
disaster.

(a-1) Proactively and clearly publicize the JCD's admission policy
through PR activities such as high school visits by faculty,
explanatory meetings on admissions, and open campus events, etc.
(a-2) In order to recruit excellent students, review the current PR
activities and advertisement tools (e.g. JCD's brochure, website,
PR newsletter, newspaper, broadcasting media, etc.), and make
improvements as necessary.
(a-3) Analyze possible causes of the falling number of applicants,take necessary measures. Grasp the regional characteristics of eachhigh school and utilize those data to take a measure.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a-1) We announced/publicized our admission policy through
The Admissions and Publicity Center (tentative title) shall becampus guide and promotional tools including website.
established which will conduct the followings.
(a-2) Campus Guide was fully revised so that readers can find
- Proactively and clearly publicize the JCD's admission policy
desired information of the UoA more easily. We checked up thethrough efficient PR activities such as high school visits by faculty,
UoA website and enhanced its content so that visitors can easily
explanatory meetings on college choice, and open campus events,
access to the information related to Open Campus and admission. etc.
We held Open Campus three times a year in June, August and- In order to recruit excellent students, review the current PR
October. We utilized advertising media to publicize the holding of activities and advertisement tools (e.g. JCD's brochure, website,
the event to wide range of targets including applicants outside the PR newsletter, newspaper, broadcasting media, etc.), and makeprefecture. As a result, 846 people participated in the event, which improvements as necessary.
is the highest number ever.
- Analyze the trends of high schools (prospective students) and(a-3) The questionnaire survey to applicants revealed theutilize the data to take necessary measures.
importance of having face-to-face interviews with high-school
teachers responsible for carrier guidance. We discussed andimplemented the revision of Campus Guide. We also discussed
how to effectively advertize the information regarding Open
Campus, etc. on the UoA website, and took measures. In highschool visits by faculty members, investigation and verification
were conducted on the situation of applicants to the UoA. Highschool visits were conducted in 175 schools, increased by nineschools compared to last academic year (75 for inside prefecture,
100 for outside prefecture).

Ｂ(ii)

Establish an Admissions and Publicity Center (tentative name) topromote work for publicity and admission in a comprehensive
manner.

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JCD(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In the Preparatory Committee for Establishment of Admissions
The Admissions and Publicity Center (tentative name) will be
and Publicity Center, we sorted out and discussed on the problems established and be able to deal with a comprehensive promotion isof the concrete proposals regarding the duties and operational
expected on the duties of both admission and publicity. As such, itsystem of the Admissions and Publicity Center (tentative name). It is likely that the plans will be mostly achieved.
revealed the problems on securing budget and recruitment of staff.

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(ii)

(iii)

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Budget was secured for the activities of the Admissions andPublicity Center (tentative name) after repeated discussion for
obtaining consensus among relevant individuals. At a meeting of
the Preparatory Committee for Establishment of Admissions andPublicity Center, we made thorough discussions toward
establishing the center, its initiatives, its operational system, andbusiness details.

The "Preparatory Committee for Establishment of Admissions
and Publicity Center"shall make and consider a concrete proposalof the Admissions and Publicity Center (tentative title) .

7
JCD

Review the current selection methods for improvement.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The Admissions and Publicity Center (tentative title) shall beestablished which will conduct the followings.
- Proactively and clearly publicize the JCD's admission policy
through efficient PR activities such as high school visits by faculty,
explanatory meetings on college choice, and open campus events,
etc.
- In order to recruit excellent students, review the current PR
activities and advertisement tools (e.g. JCD's brochure, website,
PR newsletter, newspaper, broadcasting media, etc.), and make
improvements as necessary.
- Analyze the trends of high schools (prospective students) andutilize the data to take necessary measures.
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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)- We established a periodic verification system in order to improve We established the verification system of the whole admission
the current selection method of entrants based on the report on the selection method and implemented improvement on a continual
basis aiming to enable the implementation of the admission
survey, interview by high school visits, and so on We carefully
selection based on the UoA admission policy.
examined achievements of the admission system every year.
- We promoted the management system in order to appropriately
implement the entrance examination.
- We reviewed the number of applicants of recommendation based
admission, etc. based on the analysis of the admission selection
trend.
- We determined an appropriate admission selection method andimplemented in accordance with the establishment of a new
course: Early Childhood Education Course.
- We promoted to implement the entrance examinations based on
the UoA admission policy.

(iii) (c-1) Through the freshmen survey and high school visits, review(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(iii-1) Through the freshmen survey and high school visits, review(iii-1) Through the freshmen survey and high school visits, we
reviewed the current admission system and revised the selection of the current admission system and revise it as necessary. Further,applicants for the recommendation based admission. We enforced review internal admission implementation system in order to makeall departments to confirm the contents of admission policy
it more accurate and efficient and revise it as necessary.
(iii-2) Analyze the trends of past applicant selections, and makeregarding the interview. We made a change in the thesis
assignment contents of Early Childhood Education to apply it for improvements in the selection methods as necessary. The
the new courses. In order to promote the creation of accurate and Department of Child Education, newly established in last year, isefficient exam, we summarized the process for creating exam to be expected to have more applicants wishing to gain a certificate forprinted and clarified the shared roles of each faculty.
nursery school teacher. Therefore, the method to determine theappropriate number of enrollees will be continuously discussed.
(iii-2) We reviewed the designated schools for recommendation
based on the analysis of the admission selection trend. We
expanded the capacity of the recommendation based admission for
the Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences. We expanded thecapacity of the recommendation based admission for the
Department of Early Childhood Education from five to ten in orderto obtain students who have enthusiasm about reducing their
specialties in the region they were from.

the current admission system and revise it as necessary. Further,review internal admission implementation system in order to makeit more accurate and efficient and revise it as necessary.
(c-2) Analyze the trends of past applicant selections, and make
improvements in the selection methods as necessary. Regarding
the new department, Early Childhood Education, review its
selection methods and revise it as necessary.

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3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Education

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
Item 1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Education sibility)(2) Measures for achievement of goals regarding content
and achievements of education

A
（i）
a

A The University of Aizu（i）The Undergraduate Program(2) Measures for achievement of goals regarding content
and achievements of education
A
（i）

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Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

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Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

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0

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36

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2

Ｄ

0

ANNUAL

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0

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36

Ｃ

2

Ｄ

0

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Ｃ

MID-TERM

ANNUAL

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We conducted an extensive review of specialized courses through The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
the mitigation of the requirements for the English courses offeredin 2013, establishment of short-term study abroad course, andconsideration regarding the introduction of study skill seminars.
Quarter system was installed in AY2016 for increasingconsecutiveness of undergraduate and graduate education.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We introduced a curriculum in accordance with the Computer
Concrete preparations will be made towards implementing the
proposed freshman seminar course developed independently by
Science Curricula 2013 of IEEE/ACM and academic quarter
system from April, 2016. And we conducted examination toward a the UoA in FY2016 beginning in FY2018.
full introduction of it from AY2018.
Regarding the first-year education, we made a concrete proposalon the introduction of university courses for the first-year
education to entire university by developing the course“Documentation” which has been offered through the year of
AY2015 in advance.
Note*1: IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)Note*2: ACM (Association for Computing Machinery)

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around software and system design and basic knowledge in
information and communications, and also have masteredfundamentals of computer science and engineering.

class activities. For example, enhance TAs’ and SAs’* teachingskills, encourage students to take part in various contests forsoftware education purposes, and make use of small class-based
activities and seminar-based activities.
*TA (Teaching Assistant): Master’s students who serve as
assistants in undergraduate education as a whole*SA (Student Assistants): Junior and senior undergraduate
students who serve as assistants in fundamental courses of theＣ

MID-TERM

Based on the results of offering "Documentation" in AY2015 asa two-semester course as a pilot for freshman education,"continue discussion of freshmen education, which is seen asnecessary for the UoA.
Further, continued discussions aimed at making further
improvements will be conducted as discussions of the updated
curriculum for AY2016 are carried out. Preparations toward thecomprehensive start in 2018 will also be made.

ｂ-1 Nurture human resources who have both solid skills centeringb-1

Ｂ

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a

Ａ

A The University of Aizu（i）The Undergraduate Program

Improve the existing curriculums on a continuing basis, throughso-called “PDCA cycle”* to promote leading-edge education andresearch and to keep up with advancement in computer scienceand engineering, development of computer-oriented society, andsocio-environmental changes.
*PDCA (plan-do-check-act) cycle: A method to smoothly manage
production and quality of business activities.

b-2 Increase educational effectiveness while continuously improving

MID-TERM(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
While we deepened students’ understanding of the field
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
(Specialized field) truck (Course registration model) system, in thesoftware studio and venture experiencing factory, we deepened
learning of software development to meet social needs by practiceon PBL.

Discuss an education system centered around a Field (area ofspecialization) System linked with the Graduate School that allows
the development of individuals who meet the needs of society byallowing students to acquire practical knowledge and skills in asystematic manner.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
By sharing information with entire school on a concreate
Concrete preparations and PR activities will be conductedproposal toward introduction of new curriculum in AY 2018 totowards implementing the proposed curriculum designed to fit therequest opinion or comment from faculty, we repeatedly discussed. same field (specialization) system as the GS from AY2018.
Besides, the proposal was made based on the field truck system(specialized study of field) linked with the one of graduate school.
The draft is almost completed.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We offered the communication skills training programs for TAs
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
and SAs to improve their leadership qualities.
SCCP, such as "Competition Programing," was offered aiming atparticipating into programing contest, etc. at a world level. And
the venture experiencing factory was offered in a small-size andmutual-communication style class.

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students who serve as assistants in fundamental courses of theUndergraduate Schoolb-2 Conduct timely and adequate support of TAs and SAs to improveb-3 b-3. Through Active learning(*1), such as PBL(*2), Flipped
Classroom(*3), etc., cultivate students’ abilities to draw up plans
and get those plans done.
*1) Active learning: Active learning is used to try to enable
learners to develop generic skills including cognitive, theoreticalsocial skills, education, knowledge and experience.
*2) PBL (Project Based Learning): Problem-solving learning, inwhich, different from lecture-based learning, learners can tackle
with specific problems aiming at their solutions with positive
motivation. Students will achieve their own methodology in theprocess.
*3) Flipped Classroom: Students will preview the contents using
ICT and then, they will confirm and discuss in the classroom
based on what they studied in the preview. Compared to passive
learning in knowledge transmission type class, “Flipped
Classroom” is more effective educational method to improvestudents' perception and communication skills.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Conduct timely and adequate support of TAs and SAs to improve
We have provided TAs/SAs support in a timely and appropriate
their teaching skills. At the same time, consider measures tomanner aiming for improvement their instructing skills.
After discussion regarding small-group classes, we judged thatfurther improve their teaching skills. Implement environmental
the environment is sufficiency enough at present. However, we
improvements to allow for the smooth conduction of small-groupchanged the style of training which we have been offering as
instruction in advanced classes.
training opportunity to lightning talk style from the communication
skill-up style in order to share experiences of TAs/SAs for eachother so that they can improve their instructing skills further.

their teaching skills. At the same time, consider measures tofurther improve their teaching skills.
Implement environmental improvements to allow for the smooth
conduction of small-group instruction in advanced classes forupperclassmen (3rd and 4th year undergraduates).

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We introduced various teaching methods such as PBL, flip
teaching, active learning at the Software Studio and Venture
Experience Factory. Through those teaching methods, we put
effort on development of practical skills.

b-3 Continue to aim at nurturing students with rich imaginations,

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engineering, including logical thinking based on knowledge ofmathematics and physics, and wide-ranging knowledge inhumanities, social sciences, computer ethics and intellectual
property. Also, maintain and improve students' health and physicalstrength through health and physical education courses, etc. Healthand physical strength is an important basis of their campus life.
These efforts shall result in nurturing of cheerful and well-rounded
students capable of flexible thinking.

c-1

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We encouraged faculty to manage their classes effectively by
Continue to aim at nurturing students with rich imaginations,installing the active learning method in order to develop their skills entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to create and implement plansfor problem solving, lifelong learning, and self-directed thinking. in the real world. At the same time, implement active learning and
In addition, we were able to create opportunities to learn andpromote effective classroom management in order to develop
exchange opinions between faculty members by providing
students with the passion for lifelong learning, and the ability toopportunities to observe other faculty’s classes.
think independently.
Moreover, the UoA will promote the 2nd-term enPiT (Project forforming sites for training IT talents who support developing fields)
which the UoA was selected for in FY2016 by MEXT. Throughcollaboration with other universities, students will game stronger
problem-detecting/solving skills through Project Based Learning(PBL).
*enPiT Project: This program aims at enhancing training functions
for talents who can solve real problems in society by utilizing IT ata hig level. An educational network for practicing businessacademia collaboration will be formed. Another one of the goalsof this project is to spread practical education methods such as
PBL, etc. widely in Japan.

entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to create and implement plansin the real world. At the same time, implement active learning andpromote effective classroom management in order to develop
students with problem solving abilities, a passion for lifelong
learning, and the ability to think independently.

c-1 Enable students to acquire competence in computer science andＢ(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Continuously, we developed deep-in knowledge of mathematics
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
and physics. We flexibly changed systems based on discussion for
training students in logical thinking. Mainly by course registration
advisors and class mentors, course registration was instructed interms of systematic registration of general education courses
including physical activities.
Moreover, the university’s original freshmen courses which work
as transitional education to proactive and creative learning asuniversity students have been discussed from AY2013 and were
supposed to be established in AY2016. However, we decided tokeep discussing about it further.

Create a foundation for logical thinking by deepening students'
knowledge of mathematics and physics, which are positioned as
specialized fundamental courses. At the same time, curriculum
advisors and class mentors will serve a core role in instructing
students to take general education and physical education courses
in a well-planned manner.
Further, continue discussions on starting freshmen education ascourses for new students to help them transition from the passive
learning in their high school days to the independent and creative
learning of university students.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We set courses in the curriculums of the specialized courses
mathematics. We increased in the minimum number of required
credits aiming at establishing of the knowledge, and started thesystem in April 2016. Mainly by course registration advisors andclass mentors, course registration was instructed in terms ofsystematic registration of general education courses including
physical activities.
Putting effort on transitional education for acquiring proactive
and creative learning style as university student, we made a
concrete proposal toward the first-year education courses which
will be offered by the university in AY 2018.

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Create a foundation for logical thinking by deepening students'
knowledge of mathematics and physics, which are positioned as
specialized fundamental courses. At the same time, curriculum
advisors and class mentors will serve a core role in instructing
students to take general education and physical education courses
in a well-planned manner.

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high ethical standards required for researchers and engineers incomputer science and engineering, improve related courses, suchas “Introduction to Computer Science and Engineering” and“Information Ethics.”(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We offered “Guidance of CSE” had both visiting lecturers and
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
UoA faculty members. By offering speeches by experts fromvarious fields related to computer science and engineering,
students received a lot of reference information which may useful
upon their career selection.
Information Ethics got more number of class hours with larger
amount of learning contents in AY2015. Increase of the number ofcredits was also determined.

c-2 Through "Introduction to Computer Science and Engineering"(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We offered “Guidance of CSE” with UoA faculty members andThrough "Introduction to Computer Science and Engineering"
visiting lecturers (invited 7 lecturers during 15 lectures) in order to lectures, students will be made aware of how computer science
provide students the significance of learning about CSE from the and engineering is related to the real world and how the field isvarious perspective including the relevance of the real life. With
spreading. At the same time, students will acquire diverse
that, we indicated the university policy for students to think about viewpoints through lectures by individuals from multiple fields
future paths which they wish to have.
who have been invited from outside of the university.
In addition, we put effort on improvement of the course
Further, in the course, "Information Ethics," for which the“Information Ethics” by changing in the number of acquisition
educational content and classroom hours have both beencredits to two from AY 2016, the number of class hours, theimproved, nurture students' abilities to solve problems ofeducational content, and so on.
information ethics through education of not just legal knowledge
related to information but also general knowledge indispensable in
an information-centric society.

lectures, students will be made aware of how computer scienceand engineering is related to the real world and how the field isspreading. At the same time, students will acquire diverse
viewpoints through lectures by individuals from multiple fields
who have been invited from outside of the university.
Further, in the course, "Information Ethics," for which theeducational content and classroom hours have both been
improved, nurture students' abilities to solve problems of
information ethics through education of not just legal knowledge
related to information but also general knowledge indispensable in
an information-centric society.

c-3 Utilize global cutting-edge teaching materials for advanced

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computer science and engineering education. In parallel with this,retain the English speaking and writing environment, where
several advanced courses in computer science and engineering are
given in English, and students are required to write theirgraduation thesis in English.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Since graduation theses were written in English, we madeadjustments repeatedly for the curriculum of English courses inorder to enhance the proficiency in English of students.
In AY2015, we started offering the TOEIC courses aiming for an
increase in the number of applicants and their scores. However,the number of students who obtain a 400 or higher score of
TOEIC has stayed around 180.
No. of students who took the TOEIC prep course in AY2015
primary level
1st term
2nd term

c-3 Cultivates students' abilities to read English documents, write

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intermediate level
611(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Graduation theses are written in English in the UoA, therefore,
Cultivates students' abilities to read English documents, write
students are usually required to take a relevant English class which internationally viable research papers in English and orally
provides technical guidance for writing graduation theses.
present/defend their research results. In order to do this, offer
Comparing with AY2015, the number of course registration
beginner/intermediate level courses for TOEIC test prep in order
became double. Among all of the students, 190 students reached to increase students' basic English proficiency and to teachTOEIC 400 or higher.
Business English.
No. of students who took the TOEIC prep course in AY2016

internationally viable research papers in English and orally
present/defend their research results. In order to do this, offer
beginner/intermediate level courses for TOEIC test prep in order
to increase students' basic English proficiency and to teachBusiness English.

primary level
1st term
2nd term

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89
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intermediate level
91

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provide highly professional English language education not only inEnglish language courses, but also in computer science andengineering courses under the leadership of faculty members who
are native/native-like speakers of English and also have doctoral
degrees (PhD) in relevant computer science and engineering
fields, so that students can acquire English language skills to be ofpractical use for research and development in the field of computerscience, as well as in the international business scene. Also,
encourage students to take an English language proficiency test, inorder to have all students take such a test at least once before
graduation.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)International faculty who holds a PhD has been offering
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
systematic and practical English education. As a result, the numberof undergraduates who participated in international conferences
was increased.
We encouraged students to take TOEIC aiming at letting all
students take TOEIC before graduation.
No. of TOEIC taker (Total number of TOEIC takers)
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015c-4 In 1st and 2nd SR English courses, conduct education aiming at

1st-year
246
244
255
241

2nd-year
23
13
14
15

3rd-year
225
175
173
169

4th-year
38
37
17
21

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)International faculty who holds a PhD has been offeringsystematic and practical English education. Reading, listening,writing, speaking trainings were offered to students step by step insystematic manner starting from first-year undergraduate. 222 of
1st-year, 113 of 3rd-year students took the TOEIC exam.
No. of TOEIC taker (Total number of TOEIC takers)

teaching students the English they will need in the course ofuniversity education. In 3rd and 4th year advanced English
courses, encourage students to use English in the field ofcomputer science and engineering and provide a wide range ofchoices for English courses.
Further, encourage all years of students to take the TOEIC test.

AY2016

1st-year222

2nd-year7

3rd-year113

4th-year30(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In 1st and 2nd SR English courses, conduct education aiming at
teaching students the English they will need in the course ofuniversity education. In 3rd and 4th year advanced English
courses, encourage students to use English in the field of computerscience and engineering and provide a wide range of choices forEnglish courses.
Further, encourage all years of students to take the TOEIC test. In
addition, we'll discuss a new system which obligates students in allundergraduate years to take the TOEIC.

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d-1 Based on the top-down education approach, nurture individuals
who have abilities to create proposals and carry them out, acreative sense, and an entrepreneurial spirit to survive in society.
In parallel with this, foster students’ competency to cope with not
only specific issues but also everyday issues from scientificperspectives, by making use of their creative sense and innovativeideas. Such attitudes will help students to cope with changes they
will face in the future.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
At various types of guidance seminars, we put effort into
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
dissemination of information actively on the courses which aiming
for development of problem-solving ability such as SCCPs,
Factory for Experiencing Starting Up Ventures. In addition, we put
effort on enriching contents of those courses.
SCCPs(Competition Robots, Lunar Planetary Data Analysis, etc.)
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015

1st term
2nd term
1st term
2nd term
1st term
2nd term
1st term
2nd term

themes
42
37
37
35
35
36
40
44

students
299
229
221
174
268
214
237
176

freshmen
146
101
111
78
129
81
127
86

Venture Experiencing Factory
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015

1st term
2nd term
1st term
2nd term
1st term
2nd term
1st term
2nd term

Basic Knowledge
194
202
106
79
160
139
165
132

Factories
57
42
28
29
47
33
41
44

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Ｂd-1 Smoothly operate courses which stimulate students' learning(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
By continuous implementation of the SCCPs to provide
Smoothly operate courses which stimulate students' learning
opportunities for exposure to advanced study from the first-year of incentives and initiatives, such as "SCCPs," "Venture Start-up
school, we aimed for development students’ abilities to be able to Factories," and "Graduation Thesis Writing" in order to develop
set their research themes independently. As same as last fiscal
students' abilities to scientifically solve everyday problems.
year, we offered SCCPs: for the 1st semester with 36 themes; for Promote the implementation of active learning on a trial basis in
the 2nd semester with 38 themes.
order to develop students' abilities to create and implement plans.
Note:
In regards to SCCPs, increase the depth and breadth of courses inthemesstudents
freshmenorder to promote students' active participation from their first year.
1st term
36
254
155
Further, actively inform students about these issues at the guidance
AY2016
2nd term
38
196
88
sessions, etc.
By offering 10 of “Factories for Experiencing Starting Up
Ventures”, we aimed for development of students’ abilities to be
accepted to the real world such as ability for making proposals,
practical ability, with rich imagination and venture sprits. By that,
we successfully developed students to be able to solve real-world
problems with scientific solutions.
Note:incentives and initiatives, such as "SCCPs," "Venture Start-up
Factories," and "Graduation Thesis Writing" in order to develop
students' abilities to scientifically solve everyday problems.
Promote the implementation of active learning on a trial basis inorder to develop students' abilities to create and implement plans.
In regards to SCCPs, increase the depth and breadth of courses
in order to promote students' active participation from their firstyear. Further, actively inform students about these issues at theguidance sessions, etc.

AY2016

1st term
2nd term

Basic Knowledge
8164

Factories
35
30

In addition, we assigned GT supervisors when students were in
the second year. By that, students were able to start preparing fortheir GT in early time of the 3rd-year.

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industry, discuss our alumni’s involvement in our educational
activities.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
For practical education under collaboration with industry, we
continuously invited alumni as opportunities for students to takelessons from alumni experiences.
Each AY, we had three alumni invited. The majority of coursetakers were freshmen.

d-2 Invite our alumni working as engineers or researchers at

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Guidance of CSE invited three alumni. 245 students took theAlumni will be invited to the "Introduction to Computer Science
course which offered lectures based on experiences in startups and and Engineering" and venture-related courses as lecturers. From
good points in learning at graduate school.
hands-on experiences of alumni who are in a position closer to
Meanwhile, at the Venture Basic Course Each Theory andstudents, students will learn the demands that will be placed on
Software Studio, an alumnus was invited to a class.
them in the real world.

companies, etc. to lectures in various courses, namely in Venturerelated courses and Introduction to Computer Science andEngineering35d-3 Encourage students to take “Information Technology Engineers

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Examination (ITEE)” and increase the rate of the current
University students who have taken ITEE to 50 %.
Also, aim to increase the rate of current University students who
have passed “Fundamental Information Technology Engineer
Examination (FE)” or higher level to 25 %.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The exam-taker ratio has been around 30%. The number ofPrior to the information processing engineer examination,
license holder has been increasing year by year. However, either ofintensive course – Information Processing Examination
the target factors described within the mid-term goals are difficult
Preparatory Course (One credit) – was offered.
to be achieved.
At the Learning Support Office, instruction on operational
method of e-learning for self-study was offered as part offacilitation for learning information processing. And students wererecommended to obtain licenses as an advantage upon job-hunting
and a official proof of ICT skills.
In addition, under collaboration with the Support Association, theSkill-up Subsidy was distributed to students who obtained theApplied Information Technology Engineer Examination or somelicense ranked above that.
No. of students registered to the Information Processing
Examination Preparatory Course
1st term
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015

77
22
55
56

2nd term
12
16
11
4

Exam-taker ratio against all of the current undergraduates,
License-holder ratio, and # of Subsidy Recipients

AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015d-3 (a) Offer an intensive course for Information Technology

Exam-takers

License-holders

287 (26.1%)
349 (32.3%)
327 (31.0%)308 (28.9%)

62 (5.6%)
87 (8.0%)37 (8.2%)
94 (8.8%)

Subsidy
Recipients
2
14
9
5

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Prior to the information processing engineer examination,(a) Offer an intensive course for Information Technology
intensive course – Information Processing Examination
Engineering Examination test taking both in the 1st and 2nd
Preparatory Course (One credit) – was offered.
semesters, and award academic credits to students who complete(b) At the Learning Support Office, instruction on operational
the course.
method of e-learning for self-study was offered as part of(b) Provide students with a learning-on-demand environment by,facilitation for learning information processing. And students were for example, by providing instruction at the Office for Learning
recommended to obtain licenses as an advantage upon job-hunting Support on how to operate and utilize e-learning systems. In orderand an official proof of ICT skills.
to facilitate acquisition of information technology engineering(c) In addition, under collaboration with the Support Association, certificates, make efforts to utilize guidance sessions as
the Skill-up Subsidy was distributed to students who obtained the opportunities to inform students of relevant information. Further,
Applied Information Technology Engineer Examination or some more computers will be installed in the Learning Support Office inlicense ranked above that.
order to accommodate more students.
No. of students registered to the Information Processing(c) In cooperation with the University of Aizu Support
Examination Preparatory Course
Association, subsidize skill improvement programs.

Engineering Examination test taking both in the 1st and 2ndsemesters, and award academic credits to students who complete
the course.
(b) Provide students with an learning-on-demand environment by,for example, by providing instruction at the Office for Learning
Support on how to operate and utilize e-learning systems. In orderto facilitate acquisition of information technology engineeringcertificates, make efforts to utilize guidance sessions asopportunities to inform students of relevant information.
(c) In cooperation with the University of Aizu Support
Association, subsidize skill improvement programs.

1st term
AY201633

2nd term
18

Exam-taker ratio against all of the current undergraduates,
License-holder ratio, and No. of Subsidy Recipients

AY2016

Exam-takers

License-holders

271 (26.4%)

95 (9.3%)

Subsidy
Recipients
13

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e-1 Design curriculums in a systematic manner, taking into

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consideration continuity and coherency between the upper division
education at the Undergraduate School and the graduate
education.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Discussion about implementation of quarter system to theRegarding the internal admission from the undergraduate school toundergraduate school was started in AY2013.
In AY2014, we aimed at revising the prerequisite rulings as part the graduate school, which is set as a mid-term goal, the AY2016
of changes on registration ruling scheduled to be implemented in graduates’ internal admission to the graduate school was 28.4%.
FY2016. The latest policy in the field of computer science and
Therefore our efforts were not directorly reaching the goal as aresult.
engineering – ACM Computer Science Curriculum Policy 2013
(CSC2013) was taken account into the revised curriculum.
*No. and Ratio of Internal Admission from the Undergraduate
School to Graduate School
In AY2015, discussion about the AY2018 Curriculum wasinitiated. All faculty members were included into the discussion inInternal Admission
Ratioorder to accumulate a wide range of opinions.
AY2011-Grad63
27.6%
AY2012-Grad
AY2013-Grad
AY2014-Grad
AY2015-Grad
AY2016-Grade-1(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The AY2018 Curriculum is an advanced version of the AY2016
Curriculum. The new curriculum’s implementation plan was
created and information session was held for faculty members.
And at the working group of the Curriculum Sub-committee, thequarter system will be continuously discussed.

Hold Curriculum Sub-Committee Working Group meetings
continuously, continue to take into account the latest trends in thefield of computer science and engineering, discuss the revised
curriculum and quarter system to be introduced in AY2016 anddiscuss the creation of a curriculum with continuity between the
Undergraduate and Graduate Programs.

e-2 Strive to improve the program of the Undergraduate and Master’s

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Programs for Five Years through Integration of the Two Programs
making good use of Honors Program of “Top Global University
Program”(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Questionnaire and hearing survey were conducted to the current
students in the Five-year Consecutive Program regarding the
Honor’s Year. The majority gave positive opinions. Therefore weestablished the Honor’s Year policy for students in so-called 3+2
scheme – three years in undergraduate program and two years inmaster’s program. They will be entitled to the Honor’s Year. The
minimum term will be six months. For financial support, we
discussed about financial resource for activity subsidy for the
Honor’s Year whether if we can use the current scholarship for it.

education, including transfering the existing Integrated Five-Year
Program to the SGU Project's Honors.

a-1 Improve the existing curriculums on a continuing basis, throughso-called “PDCA Cycle” to promote leading-edge education andresearch and to keep up with advancement in computer scienceand engineering, development of computer-oriented society, andsocio-environmental changes.

23.3%
22.7%
19.9%
25.4%
28.4%

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In AY2016, we drafted a curriculum which affords continuity
between the undergraduate and graduate schools. Opinions will begathered from all faculty members and the curriculum will be
improved as necessary. A system aimed at implementing thecurriculum in AY2018 will be created.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Amid the SGU project which was adopted in AY2014, theThe mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
transition from the current undergraduate-master’s five-year
Regarding the internal admission from the undergraduate school toconsecutive program to the Honor’s Program was decided. And
the graduate school, which is set as a mid-term goal, the AY2016
financial supports and honor’s year – among the six years required graduates’ internal admission to the graduate school was 28.4%.
for obtaining Bachelor’s Degree and master’s degree, one year will Therefore our efforts were not directorly reaching the goal as abe spent on studying abroad or internship program – were
result.
discussed.
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e-2 Discuss more effective integrated undergraduate/graduate（ii） The Graduate Programs

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50
40
58
59

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Deliberation will be conducted for the early, effective, andefficient changeover from the UoA integrated five-year
undergraduate-master's program to the Honor's Program of the
Top Global University Project.

（ii） The Graduate Programs
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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The overall review on the curriculum was started in AY2013. In
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
AY2014, firstly, we decided to work on improving the Core
Courses. We decided to discuss about new curriculum after
creating diploma policy and curriculum policy which are supposed
to serve as a base of the new curriculum. And all terms wereformed as eight-week length. We decided to enhanceconsecutiveness with undergraduate specialized courses.
In AY2015, diploma policy and curriculum policy were created.
We discussed about new core courses. However, the discussion
was insufficient, so we decided to keep discussing about it in the
future.

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a-1 In addition to conducting eight weeks of classes in each quarter,(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
All terms were formed as eight-week length classes. However,Aiming at implementation of the systematic education programs
we postponed the Mon-Thu and Tue-Fri class schedule.
of the undergraduate and master's programs from AY2018, final
In order to build a systematic education program fordiscussions related to the advanced courses will be conducted.
undergraduate and master’s programs, basic graduate courses
required for learning at the graduate school were organized as theFundamental Core. And courses related to research fields were
integrated into the Application Core. These ideas were shown to
all faculty members and the final draft of the new core courses wascreated based on opinions raised from faculty members. The
Advanced Courses were determined to be put on discussion
continuously. The new curriculum was scheduled to be introduced
in AY2018.

discuss whether it is possible to schedule classes as MondayThursday and Tueday-Friday sets as is done in the undergraduate
school.
Further, in order to construct a systematic educational program
connecting the Undergraduate and Master's programs, discuss theissue of core courses and advanced courses.

a-2 Under the initiative of the Center for Language Research, pursue

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research on English for specific purposes of information
technology, and apply research achievements to English education
at the Graduate School, by, for example, opening an English
language course commonly for the Master’s and Doctoral
Programs.

a-2

In the Master's program, further improve the content of English
courses (available to students in every graduate field) that leverage
research into English expressions in the fields of science andtechnology.
Further, continue to require Master's students to take the TOEIC
test.

a-3 Use English as a common language at the Graduate School in

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order to nurture internationally viable talents. At the same time,enhance the adaptability of students to multi-cultural environment.

a-3 Hold lectures in English, in principle. Further, continue togood enough to work in Japan. For this purpose, improve Japanese
language education for international students, by, for example,
giving some Master’s courses in Japanese.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Using research achievement on English expression method forscience and technology, all CLR faculty members committed tothe seminar course held for all master’s students.
No. of Registered Students“Paper Submission and Writing Seminar” 13 students
In addition, continuously, master's students will be obligated totake the TOEIC. Exam-taking ratio among 1st-year master’s
students was 75. 5% and that of 2nd –year master’s students was
27.7% respectively.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
A CLR faculty member will continuously conduct a seminarcourse for all master's students by utilizing research achievements
on English communication skills required in the field of scienceand technology. In addition, continuously, master's students will
be obligated to take the TOEIC.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In principle, lectures were offered in English. And paper writing
and presentation skills were improved through the “Paper
Submission and Writing Seminar” (AY2014 and 2015) and“Presentation Seminar for Students in Science” (AY2015.)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In principle, lectures were offered in English. Courses conducted Master's courses, in principle, will be conducted in English.
by visiting lecturers and those for international students who want Students' participation into international academic conferences
to learn Japanese language were offered in Japanese. Moreover,will be encouraged.
basically, paper writing and publication were all conducted in
English.
We could not sufficiently discuss about establishment ofcourse(s) for multi-cultural environmental adaptation in thegraduate school.

investigate the creation of courses for increasing the ability to deal
with multicultural environments.

a-4 Nurture human resources whose Japanese language proficiency is(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Using research achievement on English expression method forscience and technology, all CLR faculty members committed tothe seminar course held for all master’s students.
No. of registered students“Paper Submission and Writing Seminar”
AY2014: 8
AY2015: 6“Presentation Seminar for Students in Science”
AY2015: 11

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The three courses – Fundamental and Practice of Safe/Secure
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Embedded System, Fundamental and Practice of Functionally Safe
System, and Fundamental and Practice of Project Management were offered in Japanese, intending fostering workforce in Japan.

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a-4 Regarding some specialized courses, continue to give lectures in(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The three courses – Fundamental and Practice of Safe/Secure
For the international students who wish to work in Japan, classes
Embedded System, Fundamental and Practice of Functionally Safe of some specialized courses will be continuously conducted in
System, and Fundamental and Practice of Project Management Japanese. Moreover, Career Design Coordinator and Career
were offered in Japanese, intending fostering workforce in Japan. Counselors will offer support the job hunting efforts.
Seeing Japanese culture as one of unique cultures, the regularcourse for enhancing synergy effect was not sufficiently discussed
and no progress was observed.

Japanese. Further, while perceiving Japanese culture as one ofdiverse cultures, continue considering the creation of more courses
in order to increase synergy.

a-5 Flexibly review and revise the existing curriculums through

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discussions on possible approaches, such as starting new courses
to nurture human resources who have practical knowledge andskills on software, corresponding to social demands.

a-5 Regarding the "Program for Leading-edge IT Specialists(A(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We decided to introduce the new undergraduate curriculum in
AY2018. We will continue the discussion about consecutivenessand optimization of IT Specialist Program – a program for
fostering experts of the leading-edge information technology in aninternational environment - and undergraduate education.

program that fosters cutting-edge ICT specialists in aninternational environment. )," discuss interconnection with
undergraduate education, and the optimization of thatinterconnection.

a-6 Improve students’ competency to make international level

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research presentations through “Presentation Seminars” and otheractivities. Presentation Seminars provide students with
opportunities to brush up their presentation skills and also tounderstand expertise other than theirs by observing other students’presentations in order to develop ability to learn adjacent fields.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The overall review on the curriculum was started in AY2013. In
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
AY2014, firstly, we decided to work on improving the Core
Courses. We decided to discuss about new curriculum after
creating diploma policy and curriculum policy which are supposed
to serve as a base of the new curriculum. And all terms wereformed as eight-week length. We decided to enhanceconsecutiveness with undergraduate specialized courses.
In AY2015, diploma policy and curriculum policy were created.
We discussed about new core courses. However, the discussion
was insufficient, so we decided to keep discussing about it in the
future.
Aiming at establishing courses and subjects for fostering handson software talents along with social needs, IT Specialist Program“Software Development Arena” remained as a core. Therefore no
particular deliberation was conducted.
(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In correspondence with the new undergraduate curriculum which
will be introduced from AY2018, the "Program for Leading-edge
IT Specialists (A program that fosters cutting-edge ICT specialists
in an international environment)" will be flexibly reviewed.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In addition to “Research Planning Seminar,” “Research Progress The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Seminar,” and “Research Seminar/Conference,” Creative Factory
Seminar was offered, intending to create opportunities to acquire awide range of knowledge and build presentation skills.
Aiming at publishing at international conferences and on major
journals and let students acquire paper writing method and skills
for creating well-accepted papers, Paper Publishing and Writing
Seminar was offered in AY2014 and 2015.

a-6 Develop students' abilities to make international-level(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In addition to “Research Planning Seminar,” “Research Progress Continuously conduct seminar courses for fostering presentation
Seminar,” and “Research Seminar/Conference,” Creative Factory skills. In order to acquire thesis writing methods and skills,
Seminar was offered, intending to create opportunities to acquire a participation in on-campus presentations andwide range of knowledge and build presentation skills.
domestic/international academic conferences will be encouraged
These seminars, offered in English, are educational places where so that students can listen to a variety of presentations.
students are trained in international presentation skill.

presentations through "Research Plan Seminar" and "Research
Progress Report Seminar" of the Department of Computer andInformation Systems, and "Tea Seminars/Contests" of the
Department of Information Technology and Project Management.
In addition, continue to offer the course "Research Paper Writing
Seminar" to help students acquire the writing styles and skills
needed to write a papers that can be submitted to / will be
accepted by international conferences and major academic
journals.

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become creative researchers. Also provide students with advanced
training on research methodology.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Applying RA’s creative ideas, knowledge, and technique at ahigher lever into research projects, they were trained in researchskills required as young researchers.
RA Trends in Recent YearsRA
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015

a-7 Operate the RA system effectively from the perspective of

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19

RA
AY2016

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domestic/international conferences that require them high level
presentation skill as part of efforts to nurture independent
researchers. Students will be able to benefit from such
experiences, in that they will become highly motivated as
researchers and pursue their expertise on their solid footing.

External
Presentation
seminara-8 "Outside Presentation Seminar" and "Researchfaculty members
16

Ｂ

Ｂ

Research
Seminar/
Conference

3
17
18
13

Ｂ

Ｂ

T ravel Subsidy
recipients
2
1
4
4

15
11
23
21

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Attempting improvement of presentation skills at the External
By offering the "Effective Scientific Presentation Seminar,"
Presentation Seminar, presentation at international conference
students' presentation skills will be improved. At the same time,
became mandatory (Research Seminar/Conference.) By doing so, the overseas travel expenses subsidy system will be continuously
we provided students education for training presentation skills at a used for encouraging paper submissions and presentation.
world level.

Seminars/Conferences," in which credits are given to students who
have made external presentations, shall be established. Encourage
graduate students to contribute research papers and givepresentations through the system to provide financial support for
their travel expenses.

AY2016

research interest, aiming at sharing research outcome with society.

26(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
As well as supporting improvement on writing and presentation
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
at seminar courses, travel expense subsidy was offered in order toencourage students to conduct presentation abroad.

AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015b-1 Nurture researchers and engineers who have multidisciplinary

faculty members
13
15
13
13

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Promoting proactive use of the RA system, a large amount of
Operate the RA system effectively from the perspective oflicensed students committed (to R&D in the UoA.)
nurturing researchers. Promote implementation of presentation
In order to let students acquire the process of planning,meetings on research progress.
implementing, and reviewing the Progress Report Presentation, we *RA System: This system is for commissioning doctoral students
instructed students to organize student-led presentation.
to be research assistants to faculty members. A certain wage isEight students among eleven doctoral students in AY2016
paid for research activities.
committed (as RA.)RA Trends in the Yearnurturing researchers. Promote implementation of presentation
meetings on research progress.

a-8 Encourage students to contribute research papers to(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

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External
Presentation
seminar13

Research
Seminar/
Conference

T ravel Subsidy
recipients2

19(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Creative Factory Seminar; a master’s course, was offered as anintegrated education across multiple specialized fields. At theCreative Factory for doctoral program encouraged interdisciplinary research.
No. of Students registered to the Creative Factory Seminar
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY201540

No. of Factories
797
7No. of Students
51
54
33
30

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

b-1

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Creative Factory Seminar; a master’s course, was offered as anintegrated education across multiple specialized fields. At theCreative Factory for doctoral program encouraged interdisciplinary research.
No. of Students registered to the Creative Factory Seminar

Aiming to nurture engineers and researchers who are capable ofsucceeding in interdisciplinary work, implement "Creative Factory
Seminars" in the Master's program where research is advanced
across multiple disciplines. In the Doctoral Program, encourageinterdisciplinary research in "Creative Factories (virtuallaboratories where there are multiple instructors, including thosefrom outside of the university, for one student).

AY2016b-2 In order to prove worthy of trust from society to the University,

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ensure the educational quality.

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(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Major journal/conference list was under discussion consecutively In order to ensure the quality of doctoral dissertations, continue
in regards to adequacy of information enlisted.
updating the UoA major journal/conference list which serves as
The degree thesis assessment was clarified in process wise.
criteria for subscription of papers. Clarify the screening process
Preliminary and final assessment result report’s format was
and requirements for dissertations, while maintaining strict
revised. Transparency of assessment was maintained.
screening standards.

updating the UoA major journal/conference list which serves ascriteria for subscription of papers. Clarify the screening process
and requirements for dissertations, while maintaining strict
screening standards.

success internationally by providing entrepreneur education in thegraduate school as well as the under graduate school.

Ｂ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
On social liability of the university, qualitative guarantee of
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
degree recipients was managed as below.
AY2014For improving the Core Course System, diploma and curriculum
policies were created, and deliberation was done based on it.
AY2015
Diploma and curriculum policies were created.
Moreover, in order to guarantee the quality of doctoral
dissertations, we continuously discussed about adequacy of
information listed on the major journal/conference list which isused upon dissertation publicity.

b-3 In order to ensure the quality of doctoral dissertations, continue

c-1 Make efforts to foster talents who have business minds andＢ(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
International conference participant report did not reach theContinuously organize report meetings, etc., in order that faculty,
implementation phase. However, domestic/international trainings, staff, and students who have attended international conferences oretc. were offered to faculty members, administrative staff, andoverseas internships can report their own research findings.
students. Expertise, trends, experiences gained at such events werereported at the Faculty Assembly meeting in order to share
information.

faculty, staff, and students who have attended international
conferences, etc. can share the latest research trends from aroundthe world rather than simply reporting their own research findings.

ensure the educational quality.

No. of Students
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The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
International conference participant report did not reach theimplementation phase. However, domestic/international trainings,
etc. were offered to faculty members, administrative staff, andstudents. Expertise, trends, experiences gained at such events werereported at the Faculty Assembly meeting in order to share
information.
Report Status
AY2012, None
AY2013, Medical Information Technology Competition 1st Place(Best in the world) Report
Rose-Hulman Technical Institute Internship Report
AY2014, Rose-Hulman Technical Institute Internship Report
Student FD Meeting Participation Report
AY2015, Yamagata University FD Seminar Camp Participant
ReportSilicon-valley Visit Reportb-2 Consider the way of organizing report meetings, etc., in order thatb-3 In order to prove worthy of trust from society to the University,

No. of Factories
6(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Aiming to nurture engineers and researchers who are capable ofsucceeding in interdisciplinary work, implement "Creative Factory
Seminars" in the Master's program where research is advanced
across multiple disciplines. In the Doctoral Program, encourageinterdisciplinary research in "Creative Factories (virtuallaboratories where there are multiple instructors, including thosefrom outside of the university, for one student).

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In AY2013, discussion about curriculum was started. Discussion The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
over creative education curriculum was initiated in AY2015.
Aiming at promoting graduate-school-originated startups, ICT
Global Venture Factory was determined to be established as anannual seminar course for learning global marketing in AY2016.

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Aiming at promoting graduate-school-originated startups, ICT
Global Venture Factory was established as an annual seminarcourse for alumni of the graduate school to learn global marketingin AY2016.

level entrepreneurial activities, provide courses on global
marketing, risk management courses, etc.

c-2 Designating Leading-edge ICT lab, the core facility of the33
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Revitalization Center, as the base, provide environment in which
students can experience the trend of leading-edge ICT.
Also, provide the environment in which students can be involvedin joint research with companies.

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Utilizing the UoA's base in Silicon Valley, we will provide
Opening the Silicon-Valley Site, ten students enjoyed the US
Silicon-Valley Internship Program. A new graduate course – ICT students with the opportunities to foment the spirit of
Global Venture Factory – was conducted as mutual-direction class entrepreneurship, get training and make presentations. At the samewith the Silicon-Valley office. Moreover, the ICT Global Venture time, efforts will be made to develop global human resources by
having company founders of the area offer remote lectures toFactory became a global class by inviting renown speakers fromstudents. Moreover, we will consider future expansion to
SRI.
Shenzhen of China, etc., where the rapid economic growth is
No. of Outbound/ Inbound Students under Agreement
caused by ICT.
Outbound 29 students, Inbound 27 students
In order to recruit more international students, information will
be collected and disseminated in collaboration with JASSO andother establishments' overseas bases.

number of students with study abroad and/or overseas internshipexperience, effectively utilize the overseas bases being prepared in
Silicon Valley and other locations as a bases for remote lectures
for entrepreneurial courses, and for collecting/disseminating
information. Further, strengthen the overseas internship programsand various partnerships, etc.

The Junior College

Ｂ(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Enhancement and activity of overseas site in Silicon Valley and
SGU project and JASSO study-abroad scholarship system (forpartner universities abroad, the number of inbound/outboundinbound/outbound dispatch under agreement) were used forincreasing the number of outbound/inbound students engaging into students is increasing. The mid-term plan has been achieved.
study abroad programs. The Silicon-valley site was established.
No. of Inbound/Outbound Students under Inter-institutional
Agreement

OutboundInbound

B

Ｂ(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Open spaces such as the LICTiA Innovation Creation Space were Leveraging the Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA),
as the UoA Revitalization Center's (ARC) core facility, makeprovided as an activity site where companies and students cancommit to collaborative research projects such as programing for students gain close experience on the latest ICT trends throughprograms such as the prefecture-subsidized "University of Aizu IT
humanoid robots and regional virtual currency.
Entrepreneur Development Program" and "Problem Solving-Based
Talent Development Model Project."
Further, provide LICTiA's innovation space, etc. as a place wherestudents can contribute to projects such as collaborative researchwith companies.

which opened in October 2015 as the UoA Revitalization Center's(ARC) core facility, create an environment where students cangain close experience on the latest ICT trends through programs
such as the prefecture-subsidized "University of Aizu IT
Entrepreneur Development Program" and "Problem Solving-Based
Talent Development Model Project." Further, provide LICTiA's
innovation space, etc. as a place where students can contribute toprojects that leverage that environment, such as collaborative
research with companies.

reinforcement and utilization of hubs overseas .

Ｂ(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Leveraging the Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA)
Leveraging the Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA)
was established as the UoA Revitalization Center's (ARC) core
was established in October 2015 as the UoA Revitalization
facility. Providing a place where industry-academia-government
Center's (ARC) core facility. This place became an environment
for students to experience the latest ICT trends around themselves. collaboration and students can commit each other, we executed
the plan as its original.

c-2 Leveraging the Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA),

c-3 In order to foster students’ global business mindsets, implement(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Aiming at allowing our graduate degree holders to engage into
world-level entrepreneurial activities, we will put further efforts onenriching the "ICT Global Venture Factory (Seminar Course (Allyear))" as a course which offers learning about global marketing
and risk management.

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it suitable to contemporary and social needs, and more effective
and efficient.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
a Department of Industrial Information Sciences: Advertizement
Strategy Theory (Common Subject) was established. Moreover, afull-time faculty member was added in the graphic field.
Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences: Food Specialist
License Accreditation Examination and Nutritionist Skill
Accreditation Examination were featured by a test preparatory
course. Moreover, we invited Nutritionists for special lecture.
Department of Social Welfare Sciences: Newly established a new
course for obtaining kindergarten teacher license in addition tonursery school teacher license.
b Aiming at practical installation of GPA system, its trial use wasconducted.

(i)-1 a. Review and evaluate the curriculums from the perspective of(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
a. Review and evaluate the curriculums from the perspective ofa The Department of Industrial Information Sciences newly
established architectural drafting which added designing elements achievement of educational goals. Further, collect and analyze
information of social conditions regarding qualifications related toin order to upgrade to course designated for architect certificate.
CG exercise B was replaced with CAD exercise. A designer who the specialty areas of the JCD, and revise the curriculums asnecessary.
had been successfully working on furniture creation in Italy was
b. Being on a constant lookout on ever-changing social needs,
invited for special lecture. Students learned inter-course design
discuss how to assure the quality of students' academic
and business.
achievements from the perspectives of educational goals andDepartment of Food and Nutrition Sciences implemented test
preparatory courses for Food Specialist Certificate and Nutritionist admission policies.
Skill Accreditation Examination. Site visit to school meal facility c. The Department of Child Education will review the structure ofcurriculum and faculty members towards reauthorization of
was conducted. Special lecture(s) were held.
c At the Department of Early Childhood Education, three students teaching programs due to the introduction of new teaching
went through the examination and four among six students passed. programs starting from FY2019.
Collection of information and concrete measures will be
The students are those who exceeded 50 credits in the 1-st year
considered regarding the possible curriculum changes on thegrade.
nursery school teacher and social welfare worker development
programs.

achievement of educational goals. Further, collect and analyze
information of social conditions regarding qualifications related tothe specialty areas of the JCD, and investigate and look into
matters regarding qualification.
b. Being on a constant lookout on ever-changing social needs,
discuss how to assure the quality of students' academic
achievements from the perspectives of educational goals andadmission policies.
c. Students are able to acquire three licenses at the department of
Early Childhood Education. Provide a careful and detailed course
registration guidance to avoid students' overburden.

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paths, and register for courses according to their purposes, develop
systematic curriculums and show students typical models of course
registration.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Implementing continuous check and evaluation on the
curriculum, efficient and effective curriculum structure wasformed aiming at social/timely needs. Therefore the plan seems to
be fulfilled.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Course registration training was held based on the course-taking
model upon new-student guidance and first and second semester
guidance. Verifying penetration status of course-registration
instructions, instructions were enhanced.
Department of Social Welfare Sciences, in FY2015, major
curriculum review was conducted in order to restructure thedepartment into the one which focuses on the 2nd categorykindergarten teaching license.

(i)-2 Inform students of purposes, content, goals and assessment

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Systematic curricular organization and release of the courseregistration model, increase of awareness of objectives,
instructions for systematic course registration were implemented.
Therefore the plan seems to be achieved.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Course registration training was given based on the course-taking Create course-registration models corresponding to the goals ofmodel upon new-student guidance and first and second semester education to provide students with relevant advice right after theguidance. Verifying penetration status of course-registration
admissions and at guidance meetings each semester.
instructions, instructions were enhanced. Based on good conduct
Also, try to grasp the status of students' registration in order toimprove the advice provided for students regarding courseof information sharing in the department, instructions wereregistration.
improved.
After the major curriculum review for restructuring the
As for certificates, students' motivation toward study andeligibility for certificates will be confirmed/verified mainly throughdepartment into the one which focuses on the 2nd categorykindergarten teaching license, the Department of Early Childhood exercises/practices, and instructions will be given.
Education conducted maintenance and check on operational
management.

standards of each course through syllabuses, etc.
Create course-registration models corresponding to students’ goalsof their study to provide them with relevant advice right after theadmissions and at guidance meetings each semester.
Also, try to grasp the status of students' registration in order toimprove the advice provided for students regarding course
registration.

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standards of each course through syllabuses, so that students canuse such information for their course planning.

(i)-3 a. Clearly state and open "content," "plan," "textbook," "book forreference," "academic assessment standard" and "attainment
goals" of each course in the syllabus.
b. Give guidance on course registration at the beginning of an
academic year. Instructors must provide course information in thefirst class session.

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and carry out fair and appropriate assessment.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
a. Clearly state and open content, plan, textbook, book forreference, academic assessment standard, and attainment goals ofeach course in the syllabus.
b. Give guidance on course registration at the beginning of an
academic year. Instructors must provide course information in thefirst class session.

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(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Academic grade standards and learning goals were clearly shown Further clarify grade assessment standards and attainment goals,
on the syllabus. Moreover, through guidance sessions, etc., these look into establishment of an appropriate assessment system suchthings were widely informed. Installation (of GPA) into nextas GPA (Grade Point Average; assessment criteria widely used in
the Europe and US), as well as the cooperative operation with theperiod computer system was discussed.
next-term computer system to put them into practice.

look into establishment of an appropriate assessment system, suchas GPA (Grade Point Average; assessment criteria widely used in
the Europe and US) to put it into practice.

certificates for those who apply for them.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Course objectives, contents, achievement goals, andgrade/evaluation criteria are published on the syllabus. They areuseful for students’ course registration. The Course-registration
model is expected to enhance instructions. The mid-term plan is
expected to be achieved.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Academic grade standards and learning goals were clearly shown Academic grade standards and learning goals were clearly shownon the syllabus. Moreover, through guidance sessions, etc., these on the syllabus. Moreover, through guidance sessions, etc., thesethings were widely informed. Toward introduction of GPA, wethings were widely informed. Toward introduction of GPA, we
attempted a trial. We raised a concern about clear objective of its
attempted a trial.
use.

(i)-4 Further clarify grade assessment standards and attainment goals,(i)-5 Aim at 100% success rate in acquisition of relevant licenses and(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
a. On the syllabus, each class’s contents, plan, textbook, reference
book, grade evaluation, and learning achievement goal wereclearly stated. And these were released on the intranet and UoA
official website. We instructed students to check syllabus uponcourse registration.
b. The course-registration model was created depending onlearning objectives. That was shown upon admission and first andsecond term guidance sessions, and course-registration instruction
was conducted.

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JCD(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Passing rate of the 2nd-grade architect certificate among students The passing rate among those who wish to obtain license or
who are in the Department of Industrial Information Sciences and certificate achieved the goals largely. Therefore the plan iswish to obtain the certificate was 100%.
expected to be achieved.
In usual year, passing rate of the Nutritionist license and
NR/Nutritious Supplement Advisor Accreditation Examinationtaking Eligibility Certificate among students who wish to obtainthese was 100%. Passing rate of the Food Specialist Accreditation
Examination-taking Certificate among those who wish to obtainthe certificate (General) was almost above 90%. The Food
Nutrition Science Exercise (Application) was held by all faculty
members as test preparatory course for the certificates mentioned
above.
In the Department of Social Welfare Sciences, passing rate ofchildminder certificate among those who wish to obtain it was
100%. Social Worker Certificate Examination-taking Eligibility
can be earned after practical experience of two years. In FY2014,
JCD got the first place in passing rate of the certificate among all
junior colleges and vocational schools in Japan.

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Passing rate of the Nutritionist license and NR/Nutritious
Supplement Advisor Accreditation Examination-taking Eligibility
Certificate among students who wish to obtain these was 100%.
Passing rate of each category of the Food Specialist Accreditation
Examination was; general: 83.3%, food and logistics: 85.7%, fooddevelopment: 16.7%. The Food Nutrition Science Exercise(Application) was held by all faculty members as test preparatory
course for the Nutritionist license and NR/Nutritious Supplement
Advisor Accreditation Examination-taking Eligibility Certificate.

below and nurture quality professionals:(1) Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences: Nutritionist,
eligibility to take the qualification examinations for
NR/supplement advisors and food specialists. Maintain high passrate, upper rank, and high success rate. In order to improve those
rates and rank more, continuously provide learning guidance
through "Food Science and Nutrition Exercise”course andexamine its contents and composition for improvement.
(2) Department of Early Childhood Education: Nursery school
teacher and eligibility to take the qualification examination forsocial workers. In addition, students are able to acquire the class 2
kindergarten teacher's license newly. Set up a teacher training
curriculum committee and try to make high quality curriculum byusing a course registration record. Regarding the social worker's
qualification, discuss students' support system.

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and career education.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Aim at 100 % success rate in acquisition of the licenses listed
below and nurture quality professionals:
a. Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences: Nutritionist,
eligibility to take the qualification examinations for
NR/supplement advisors and food specialists. Maintain high passrate, upper rank, and high success rate. In order to improve those
rates and rank more, continuously provide learning guidance
through "Food Science and Nutrition Exercise" course andexamine its contents and composition for improvement.
b. Department of Early Childhood Education: Nursery school
teacher and eligibility to take the qualification examination forsocial workers. In addition, students are able to acquire the class 2
kindergarten teacher's license. The teacher training curriculum
committee tries to make high quality curriculum by using a course
registration record. Regarding the social worker's qualification,
discuss students' support system.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)a. General education courses were set to teach various knowledge Per department, the required number of credits from general
education courses was set. The JCD taught students about
and values.
b At cultural lectures, there were various themes such as regional diversity of value and knowledge of multiple-fields. External
lecturers were invited to specialized courses, lecture and exercise
history, mental helth, or food safety. At the Career Developmentof career educatio on Multi-dimensional perspectives. The plan
Theory and each department’s lectures and exercise courses,
external lecturers were invited. And through career guidance and would be achieved.
internship, wide social knowledge, ethics, social abilities, career
perspectives, etc. were fostered.
c Conducting local project exercises and GT seminar, and special
exercise, we afforded opportunities to touch locals directly tofoster social mind and ethics.

(ii)-1 a. Foster students' intellectual ability and reason through(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)a. General education courses were set to teach various knowledge a. Foster students' intellectual ability and reason throughfundamental courses and other department courses as a freeand values. Targeting students who do not have confidence inelective subject, which impart wide knowledge and views, andfundamental skills, we supported at the “Fundamental English.”specialized courses, which nurture students' deeper understanding.
b At cultural lectures, a lawyer talked based on a theme “Let’sb. As a grand sum of specialized courses, graduation researchtalk about net trouble” which also served as a reminder of suchtroubles. At the Career Development Theory and each department’ seminar, graduation research and special exercise courses will beenhanced. In addition to above courses, by utilizing thes lectures and exercise courses, external lecturers were invited.
opportunities to interact with local residents in regional project
And through career guidance and internship, wide social
exercises, students' sociality and morality will be nurtured.
knowledge, ethics, social abilities, career perspectives, etc. werec. Nurture students' culture, morality, social awareness, and career
fostered.
view through lectures, internship programs, career guidance, andAt the Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences, career
workshops, etc., while promoting career education in "Seminarguidance was changed to February for 1st-year grade in order to
Activity" and "Career Development "course.
meet the timing with job hunting. This change made the timing
The timing of carrier guidance will be adjusted based on the jobstudents become aware of career earlier.
c Conducting local project exercises and GT seminar, and special hunting period determined by Keidanren, efforts will be made toaccelerate students' awareness toward career activities as
exercise, we afforded opportunities to touch locals directly tonecessary.
foster social mind and ethics.
In the Department of Early Childhood Education, as student
volunteer, seven students participated into Okuma Kids Sports
Play Tournament. As Aizu Terakoya Activity Assistant Volunteer,four students joined the Aizu Terakoya Gasshuku. We gave
opportunities to commit to local society.

fundamental courses and other department courses as a freeelective subject, which impart wide knowledge and views, andspecialized courses, which nurture students' deeper understanding.
b. Nurture students' culture, morality, social awareness, and careerview through lectures, internship programs, career guidance, andworkshops, etc., while promoting career education in "Seminar
Activitity" and "Career Development "course. In order for students
to have an early motivation toward their future path, change
Career Guidance schedule from April for the second year students
to February for the first year students in accordance with the timeof job hunting.
c. Utilize "Regional Project Workshops," "Graduation Research
Seminars," "Graduation Research," and "Special Workshops" asopportunities for students to communicate with local citizens andfoster their social awareness and sense of ethics.

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finding/solving activities to achieve the educational goals, andensure the quality of education.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In order to realize educational goals, issue-detecting/issue
a GT seminar, GT, special exercise, local project exercise, andsolving-type hands-on/practical education was enriched.
revitalization-support special exercise were mainly used as
Correlation between educational quality and GPA was discussed.
opportunities for carefully examing solutions against local ans
social issues. Logical skills, applicational skills, creative skills, and We had a concern on clarifying objectives (of installing and using
GPA). However, the plan is expected to be almost achieved.
practical skills were fostered.
b Upon admission and implementing first and second term
guidance sessions, the JCD’s educational/research objectives,
curricular policy, and diploma policy rigidly taught. Faculty
members motivated students to register for courses systematicallyand diversely.
c Guarantee of educational quality or students’ academic
achievements was discussed as part of GPA in light ofeducational/research objectives and admission policy.

(ii)-2 a. Let students clarify the regional/social issues and propose their(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above

own solutions in "Graduation Research Seminars," "Graduation
Research," "Special Workshops," "Regional Project Workshops,"
and "Special Workshops for Revitalization Support" etc. so thatthey can acquire not only knowledge and basic skills but also
creativity, applied and practical skills.
b. Give guidance on course registration upon admission and at the
beginning of each semester based on the educational goals of eachdepartment. Faculty members, especially those appointed as
Academic Affairs and Welfare Committee members, shallmotivate students to be organized in their course registration foreach department, while encouraging them to register a variety ofcourses. Further, grasp how far the instruction is spread out andimprove its effect.
c. Regarding educational quality, discuss how to assure the qualityof students' academic achievements, taking into account our
education/research goals and admission policy. Further, strengthen
the linkage with part-time lecturer.

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introduction of an e-learning system which supports students’ selflearning.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)a. Let students aware of the regional/social issues and propose
their own tangible solutions in Graduation Research Seminars,
Graduation Research, Special Workshops, Regional ProjectWorkshops, and Special Workshops for Revitalization Support etc.
so that they can acquire not only knowledge and basic skills but
also creativity, applied and practical skills.
b. Give guidance on course registration upon admission and at the
beginning of each semester based on the educational goals of eachdepartment. Faculty members, especially those appointed as
Academic Affairs and Welfare Committee members, shallmotivate students to be organized in their course registration foreach department, while encouraging them to register a variety ofcourses. Further, grasp how far the instruction is spread out andimprove its effect to have students make reasonable course
registration.
c. Regarding educational quality, discuss how to assure the qualityof students' academic achievements and realize it, taking into
account our education/research goals and admission policy.
Further, strengthen the linkage with part-time lecturer to improve
the quality of education.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
No. of students registered for (its?) use exceeded 300 every year. For self-learning English, e-learning system was installed. We didput our efforts on increasing students’ English abilities. The
Among them, 70 and more are successful applicants ofrecommendation-based selection who used it before enrollment (to number of examinees of each English qualification exam was only
the university?). At classes, proactive use of the e-learning system a few to twenty students. Therefore clear achievements could not
was recommended. Concurrently, as an opportunity to see result of been figured out.
learning English language was given as a form of repeatedannouncement of various English Assessment Tests from faculty
members and clerks. However, in usual year, we had only a few to
20 applicants. Therefore clear achievement was not shown.
Meantime, No. of access counted around 20K every year,
including # of access from UoA students.

(ii)-3 In order to improve students' English proficiency level, encourage(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In order to improve students' English abilities, encourage all
No. of students registered for its use was 331. Among them, 77
are successful applicants of recommendation-based selection who students to register for the system. In addition, as the current elearning system will be terminated in June, we will verify its
used it before enrollment. At classes, proactive use of the eresults and review on how to help students improve their linguistic
learning system was recommended. Concurrently, as anopportunity to see result of learning English language was given as abilities. Proactively advertize various English tests as ana form of repeated announcement of various English Assessment opportunity to test the achievements of studies or as a motivator
Tests from faculty members and clerks. However, we had only 8 toward English studies, aiming to gain 50 or more test takers.
applicants (for IP test).
The total number of access counted 15,293, including # of accessfrom 1,202 of the UoA users.

all students to register for the e-learning system. Aim to increase
the number of students who take English proficiency tests to 50 orover by taking some measures to motivate more students to takesuch tests.

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(iii)- Taking advantage of the College’s characteristics, carry out small1 group instruction to give students attentive care with an emphasison communication between faculty and individual students.

(iii)- In "Graduation Research Seminars," "Graduation Research,"
1 "Special Workshops" and "Practical Training/Workshops," carry(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Each department’s GT, exercises have put significance on asmall-size class and mutual communication.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Implementing small-size classes and focusing on mutualcommunication, we did well-tailored education to individual
students. Therefore the plan was almost completed.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In Graduation Research Seminars, Graduation Research, Special
Workshops and Practical Training/Workshops, carry out smallgroup instruction which emphasizes on mutual communication.
The Department of Early Childhood Education has two mandatory
foundation courses at the 1st year. Mutual communication at asmall-class size is quite supportive for learning and life.

out small-group instruction which emphasizes on mutualcommunication.

(iii)- Develop diverse teaching methods, taking into account effective
2 use of audio-visual materials, computers and network machines,

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etc.

(iii)- a. Conduct evaluation of all courses by students, clarify issues in
2 teaching methods, and work to improve teaching methods through(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above

FD activities. Further, try more active operation of the "FDactivities."b. Deploy teaching methods using various ICT equipment, andlook into innovative use of such equipment in order to proceed atrial use.

(iii)- In order to help students develop their communication skills,
3 provide students with various learning opportunities, such as

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
AV materials, computer networks devices were used for variousa Based on the “class evaluation by students,” learning andlearning method. Therefore, the plan has almost achieved.
instruction method was verified. Through FD activities,
improvement was promoted.
b ICT was used for teaching. Efficient and effective conduct ofclasses was implemented. Visual aids for education were usedeffectively and efficiently. We used clicker and other network
devices more often.
c At the New Student Computer Guidance, we accounted for how
to use internal portal site; Pota. We promoted use of the portal site
for overall campus life. We conducted information/network
literacy education. “Movies for knowing information security
measures” was used for security measure training in order toincrease media literacy skills.

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JCD(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)a. Conduct evaluation of all courses by students, clarify issues inteaching methods, and work to improve teaching methods throughFD activities.
b. Deploy teaching methods using various ICT options, such as a"clicker," etc., and look into innovative use of such equipment inorder to precede a trial use.
c. Let students use the internal web portal Pota. Put efforts on
increasing media literacy.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)a At the internship recruitment session,as the result of enhancing
Implementation of internship, student-led practical education,
pre-internship instructions, the number of interns increased. It led and hands-on education were provided to students as various
them to acquire proactive career understanding and to know about learning opportunities. It contributed on increasing communication
work values. At the end, report session and opinion exchange
skills among students. Therefore the plan seems to be achieved.
event were implemented. This led expansion of internshipsponsors.
b In FY2015, the Local Hands-on Research Project wasestablished. GT seminar, GT, special exercises, local project
exercises, and revitalization support special exercise wereconducted. Student-led practical education and hands-on
education were promoted as further proactive and enhanced
activities. The result was released at report sessions and open
presentation session in local areas in addition to publicity on theWeb, newspaper, TV, etc.

internship programs, student-participatory and hands-on
education.

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(iii)- Help students develop their communication skills through3 practical student-participatory education (surveys, opinion(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Help students develop their communication skills througha As the result of enhancing pre-internship instructions, thenumber of interns in summer reached to 82; a half of the 1st-year practical student-participatory education (surveys, opinion
students. It led them to acquire proactive career understanding and exchange sessions, achievement presentations, etc. at outsideorganizations concerned/in the target regions) in internship,
to know about work values. In the second term, we invitedinternship sponsors in Aizu and Nakdori to the report session and special lectures, Graduation Research Seminars, Exercise Classes,
Regional Project Workshops, and Special Workshops for
opinion exchange event. Consequently, we implemented
Revitalization Support.
expansion of internship sponsors, pre-intern instruction, andopinion exchange event.
b Through external projects, the UoA competitive research fund,Local Hands-on Research Project, Revitalization Support Special
Exercise, and student-led practical education and hands-on
education at each GT seminar and seminar exercise,communication skills among students were improved.

exchange sessions, achievement presentations, etc. at outsideorganizations concerned/in the target regions) in "Graduation
Research Seminars," "Exercise Classes," "Regional ProjectWorkshops," and "Special Workshops for Revitalization Support."

Ｂ

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3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Education

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item(3) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
systems/organizations for conducting educationA

The University of Aizu（i）

Flexibly assign faculty and administrative staff, while reviewing
the current structure of the Undergraduate School to match it withthe undergraduate curriculum.

1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Education

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
sibility)(3) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
systems/organizations for conducting education
A

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

ANNUALＡ

MID-TERM

Ａ

0

Ｂ

11

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

ANNUAL

Ａ

0

Ｂ

11

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ｂ

Ｃ

MID-TERM

ANNUAL

B

B

Ｄ

The University of Aizu
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GAS

（i）

Ａ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In order to implement appropriate assignment of faculty members In each fiscal year, based on requests from undergraduate andbased on requests from undergraduate and graduate schools andgraduate schools, appropriate allocation of faculty members was
quality education, faculty members were hired throughconducted. Therefore, the plan will be achieved as scheduled.
international recruitment in each fiscal year.

Flexibly assign faculty members based on the plans of theUndergraduate and Graduate Schools.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to implement appropriate assignment of faculty members Allocation of faculty members will be conducted andbased on requests from undergraduate and graduate schools andorganization of labs will be reviewed in line with introduction ofquality education, six of faculty members were newly hired
the quarter system and implementation of the ICT Global Program
through international recruitment.
All-English Course.
Assignmentyoy
9 laboratories-2
26 instructors
8 laboratories
Computer Engineering Division-1
19 instructors
10 laboratories
Information System Division+1
33 instructors
Center for Cultural Research and Study
7 instructors
Center for Language Research
10 instructors
University Business Innovation Center2 instructors
Office for Planning and Management
3 instructors
Student Affairs Division
1 instructors
Revitalization Center4 instructors+2
Center for Globalization
3 instructors
University President
1 instructors
T otal109 instructors±0Computer Science Division（ii） Systematically promote faculty search from international
perspectives to maintain the system to offer high quality education.

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GAS(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Through international open selection, faculty members were
hired in each year.

49(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In each fiscal year, excellent faculty members are hired throughinternational open recruitment. As such, the plans are expected tobe achieved.

（ii） Recruit excellent faculty through the international open

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Through international open selection, six faculty members were
hired
○Newly recruited faculty members

application system.

Information System Division
Center for Cultural Research and Study
Center for Language Research
Revitalization Center（iii） Practical measures for encouraging faculty to improvetheir pedagogical capabilities
a

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SAD
【AAS】

a. The Committee for Promotion of Faculty Development (FD)shall continue discussion on how to promote faculty development.
Also conduct student class evaluations on a regular basis, forwhich results will be shared with faculty members teaching
relevant courses, for improvement and advancement of theeducational quality.

B

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In regards to Student FD Meeting, we continue discussing with
The Committee for Promotion of Faculty Development will
Student Committee Head. And in regards to improvement on class continue discussion on improving class content and teachingevaluation, in addition to the evaluation result outline available
methods while working to improve FD activities.
internally, individual evaluation results were also released
In particular, besides aiming to hold student FD meetings, aim tointernally.
improve the awareness of improving classes amongst faculty
members by having faculty members observe each other's classes.
Further, in order to increase response rate of student classevaluations, make sure that all students and faculty members areaware that evaluations are being conducted.

49
SAD
【AAS】

b

to increase students’ usability and motivation to study.

B(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For practical strategy for betterment of FD in the university,
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
visiting lecturers were invited for FD lecture from AY2012 to
AY2014. In AY2015, experiences of active learning were reportedby 3 faculty members at the training session of visiting lecturers inorder to create opportunity for discussion as the whole university.

Under the leadership of the "Committee for Promotion of Faculty
Development," continue discussion on effective FD activities,
leading to concrete proposals for improving class content andteaching methods.
In particular, besides aiming to hold student FD meetings, aim to
improve the awareness of improving classes amongst faculty
members by having faculty members observe each others classes.
Further, in order to increase response rate of student classevaluations, make sure that all students and faculty members areaware that evaluations are being conducted, and call forcooperation regarding the conduction of said evaluations.

b. Increase transparency in education through improvement of thequality of syllabuses, fair grading policies, disclosure of past examquestions, etc.

（iv） Continue improving computer network systems of the University

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16
31
9

（iii） Practical measures for encouraging faculty to improvetheir pedagogical capabilities

ab

Recruited
1 (Russia)
1 (Japan)2 (UK, AUS)
2 (Japan)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Recruitment of faculty positions is, in principle, conducted
through international open recruitment. Excellent faculty memberswith international perspectives will be systematically hired in order
Applicants to sustain a high-quality education system.

To promote fair evaluation methods, aim to unify evaluation
methods between multiple instructors of the same course. Further,make sure that the content designed by the university is clearystated in syllabi.

50
ISTC

50

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Activities for appropriation of the syllabus were continuously
conducted, and we successfully enriched the necessary items.
Moreover, there are some courses taught by multiple faculty
members have not integrated grading method. For improvement,
we continuously discussed about it.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Attempting integration of items enlisted on the syllabus, the plan
was almost achieved. In regards to grading method of the same
courses taught by multiple faculty members, the Academic Affairs
Committee discussed and report was given to the Faculty
Assembly Meeting.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
To promote fairer evaluation, aim to unify evaluation criteria
between multiple instructors of the same course. Further, makesure that the content that should be included is clearly stated insyllabi.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Starting from AY2012, the calculation system 1, 2, and 3 were
updated every year. In AY2015, some network system was
updated. System update was conducted in systematic manner. We
facilitated and expanded provision of stable environment required
for education and research. Continuous discussion was conducted
regarding the plan for external circuit in April 2016 and thecalculation system.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Discussing about future vision of the educational calculator
environment, based on computer technology trends, we facilitatedan environment which is suitable for the UoA’s characteristics andeducational objectives.
Upon procuration of each system, review and optimization of thestructure of terminals and servers were conducted in terms ofspecifications. Continuous facilitation of educational software
were promoted aiming at enhancing working environment.
Therefore the mid-term plan is expected to be achieved.

（iv） Taking into account the latest IT trends,investigate and propose(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In April 2016, external circuit was expanded to 10G. In March
2017, latest environment was installed at the calculation system 1(Exercise Room 1-2, CALL 1-2 [Server Kei], Experimental Room
1-4, Terminals for Faculty Members, and Terminals in lecturerooms.) In October 2017, the calculation system 2 and 3 arescheduled to be updated. (mail system, file server, Exercise Room
5-6, iLab 1-2, CALL (Terminal Kei))the computer/network environment necessary for nurturing thespecialists who represent the future of computer science andengineering. Further, improve the computer systems in Computer
Exercise Rooms 1 and 2, CALL 1 and 2, Hardware Workshops 1,
2, 3, and 4, lecture rooms, and faculty offices.

B

The Junior College（i）

In order to improve the educational methods and contents,
increase flexibility in positioning of faculty and administrative staff
from an overall perspective.

B

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

The Junior College
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JCD

（i）

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Taking into account the latest IT trends, promote system
replacement continuously. In AY2017 improve mail systems, fileservers, and computer systems in Computer Exercise Rooms 3, 4,
5 and 6, Remote Lecture Room, iLab 1 and 2.

To develop human resource based on local needs, flexibly assign
faculty members to basic general education/elective courses, froma comprehensive perspective. Enrich the implementation system of
education.

（ii） Strengthen interdepartmental collaboration in education.

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JCD（ii） (ii-1) Through the courses, "Graduation Research," "Regional(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In order to improve and enhance educational method andcontents, faculty members in each division conducted 11 general
education courses and part-time lecturers were in charge of 23
courses.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Flexible improvement and enrichment of educational methods
and contents were conducted in the perspective of the entire
university. The plan was almost achieved.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In order to improve and enhance educational method andcontents, faculty members in each division conducted 11 general
education courses and part-time lecturers were in charge of 23
courses.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
To develop human resource based on local needs, flexibly assign
faculty members to basic general education/elective courses, froma comprehensive perspective. Enrich the implementation system of
education.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In each year, graduation research was conducted throughconsigned projects and with inter-departmental collaboration.
Offering the course for all departments; Local Project Exercise,inter-departmental collaboration was promoted.
Moreover, as a consigned project of the Local Revitalization
Center, “Local Project Exercise” was conducted. Throughpractical learning and education, educational contents related to
the local community were enhanced. Depending on project
specifications, inter-departmental collaboration was promoted.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Graduation research was conducted through consigned projects
and with inter-departmental collaboration. Offering the course forall departments; Local Project Exercise, inter-departmental
collaboration was promoted. Promoting inter-departmental
collaboration, the plan is expected to be fulfilled.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(ii-1) Through the courses, Graduation Research, Regional Project(b-1) Graduation research was conducted through consigned
Workshops and Special Workshops for Revitalization Support,
projects and with inter-departmental collaboration. Offering thecourse for all departments; Local Project Exercise, interpromote educational collaboration among departments.
departmental collaboration was promoted.
(ii-2) Make efforts to deepen inter-department educational(b-2) 11th National Meeting of Shokuiku Promotion in Fukushima collaboration via projects conducted by the Center for
was held in June. Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences and Rejuvenation of Local Communities.
Department of Industrial Information Sciences jointly exhibited at
the event. Inter-departmental communication was enhanced byconducting an all-faculty-committed symposium at the event.
At the Local Revitalization Center’s “Local Practical Research
Project,” educational contents related to the local community wereenhanced. Depending on project specifications, inter-departmental
collaboration was promoted.

Project Workshops" and "Special Workshops for Revitalization
Support," promote educational collaboration among departments.
(ii-2) Make efforts to deepen inter-department educational
collaboration via projects conducted by the Center for
Rejuvenation of Local Communities.

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（iii） In order to promote effective and efficient education, carry out

53
JCD

necessary innovation and improvement of facilities, equipment,materials and information, etc.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Including introduction, operation, preparation of system update
Effective and efficient conduct of education, ICT was used.
scheduled in AY2018, everything has been going extraordinary
System infrastructure such as network, PC, and server were
fine. The mid-term plan is expected to be fulfilled.
renewed within the schedule. In particular, class-room
environment was equipped with instruction environment andwireless LAN environment so as to use various medium andmobile devices. In addition, for developing cloud-based education,
network circuit was expanded. We have put our efforts onsustainable operation of the system. In addition, for system update
in AY2018, we grasped and analyzed the latest technical trends of
ICT-based education.

（iii） Maintain a stable operation which allows students, faculty and(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Maintain a stable operation which allows students, faculty and
The WAN circuit was expanded form 100Mbps to 1Gbps. We
created an environment for use of various cloud services foradministrative staff to use various information devices freely on
campus. Collect information on facilities, equipment and theireducation and research.
For system update scheduled in AY2017, the System
operation/management methods for next generation ICT-based
Deliberation Committee was held and fundamental policy was set. education. The next system will be installed in FY2018.
Examination committee will be formed for selecting contractor
And the academic affairs system will enter its 10th year next
academic year. Practical dictionary of specifications were set.
and specifications of the system.

administrative staff to use various information equipment freely on
campus. Collect information on facilities, equipment and theiroperation/management methods for next generation ICT-based
education. Meanwhile, set up an investigative committee and holda meeting of specifications of the next system for its operation in
FY 2018.

（iv） Make use of various evaluation results for improvement of class54
JCD

activities, teaching methods, assessment standards, and learning
goals, and increase the quality and transparency in education.

（iv） Increase the quality and transparency in education while each

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above

faculty member makes use of "student class evaluations" and"student College evaluations" for improvement of class activities,
teaching methods, assessment criteria and attainment targets.

（v） Organize FD seminars and open classes, aiming at advancement

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JCD

of teaching skills.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Each faculty member made use of "student class evaluations" and The mid-term plan is expected to be fulfilled.
"student College evaluations." Improvement of class activities,
teaching methods, assessment criteria and attainment targets were
promoted.
(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Increase the quality and transparency in education while eachfaculty member makes use of "student class evaluations" and"student College evaluations" for improvement of class activities,
teaching methods, assessment criteria and attainment targets.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
A supplemental tool “clocker” was about to be installed for
The mid-term plan is expected to be fulfilled.
smooth conduct of classes. Each faculty member gave his/her FDrelated ideas. At the end we created and distributed the “FD Idea
Collection.” We conducted FD activities which fully utilized
uniqueness of our institute. Moreover, for brushing up
instructional skills on research ethics and students’ mental factors,
learning session was held with a visiting instructor. More than
90% of the entire faculty members took the class.

（v） Through promotion of FD activities, encourage faculty members(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
As a report of FD class held by other universities “FukushimaThrough promotion of FD activities, encourage faculty members
University FD Training Session and class questionnaire’s status.” to improve their teaching abilities. Organize FD seminars making
Student Counseling Committee and we jointly held training
use of JCD's characteristics, in order to improve the faculty andsessions “Solution method and announcement of contents ofadministrative staff's ability to use diverse teaching approaches.
discrimination against disables from April 1, 2016” and “Sexual
minorities in the university – for understanding and support ofstudents.” More than 90% of the entire faculty members took theclass including group discussion. It became an active training. The
FD Idea Collection, which was created in FY2012, was revisedand distributed to all faculty members, aiming at further
development of educational abilities.

to improve their teaching abilities. Organize FD seminars making
use of JCD’s characteristics, in order to improve the faculty andadministrative staff’s ability to use diverse teaching approaches.

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（vi）

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JCD

Establish courses for preschool teaching license and prepare foroffering lectures for renewal of the license.

（vi） (vi-1) Enrich books and academic journals related to Teaching.
(vi-2) Look into methods for offering training sessions for the
renewal of the class 2 kindergarten teacher's license.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
For establishing the Department of Early Childhood Education
was established in April 2016, we conducted hearing survey atother institutes. In March 2015, we submitted the request forestablishment (of the department.) In August 2015, approval was
given for establishment of said department. In November,approval for teaching program was given.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The Department of Early Childhood Education was established in
April 2016. Preparation for establishment of the training forrenewal of teaching license started in 2016. Since we will submit arequest for establishment of the course (to MEXT?) in 2017, theplan seems to be achieved.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(f-1) Due to establishment of the Department of Early Childhood
Education, relevant journals were expanded.
(f-2) Practical discussion was conducted over timing of
establishment of the teacher training curriculum committee andschedule of its preparatory term. It was decided to establish theprogram in March 2018. We draw the preparation schedule andstarted preparation.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(vi-1) The goal on establishing program related to kindergarten
teacher license has been achieved.
(vi-2) Training for renewal of the 2nd category kindergarten
teacher license will be submitted in February by coordinating
manning of faculty members and curriculum.

Ｂ

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3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

A
（i）

1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Education

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
Item 1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Education sibility)(4) Measures for achievement of goals regarding student
support(4) Measures for achievement of goals regarding student
support

A Specific measures for improvement of support
systems for learning, life-styles, and extracurricular
activities based on students’ various needs(i) The University of Aizu

A Specific measures for improvement of support
systems for learning, life-styles, and extracurricular
activities based on students’ various needs(i) The University of Aizu

A（i）learning, but also their personality and ability development. For
this purpose, make use of the “class mentor system” and “officehour system” to detect students experiencing severe difficulty withpoor academic performance. In addition to these systems, anotherlearning support scheme, “student advisor system,” shall bestarted.

a-1

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

ANNUALＡ

MID-TERM

Ａ

0

Ｂ

27

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

ANNUAL

Ａ

0

Ｂ

27

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

57
SAD
【AAS】

a-1 The undergraduate education should support not only students’

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

MID-TERM

ANNUAL

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｄ(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Class-mentor system was implemented for 1st and 2nd years. In
addition to educational support from mentor, periodical interview
was implemented. Confirming status of students’ daily live,
advices were given time to time. Moreover, students wereallocated to GT instructors in July of 3rd year, which is earlier than
before. We judged that GT instructors shall act as mentor after
3rd-year onwards. Therefore we decided to conduct assignment to
GT supervisors in the latter half of 2nd-year.
In addition to advices given in office hours regarding assignment
to GT instructors, separate advices were given from Learning
Support Staff at the Learning Support Office, and TA/SA.
In regards to countermeasure and care for poor-performing
students in early juncture, through interviews with students,
supports were given to students under collaboration with the
Learning Support Office, Student Consultation Office, and Nurse’s
Office.
Including transitional education from high school to university,
we kept discussing about the freshmen education.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Concrete system for the establishment of education courses for
For implementation from AY2018, we conducted continuous
new students will be prepared towards implementation starting
discussion over the freshmen education as new courses for new
students.
from AY2018. In addition, through one-on-one interviews with
Moreover, requesting faculty members to increase the number of students, early measures and care will be provided tointerview sessions as class mentors, the system was enhanced. In underperforming students. Information about the circumstances oforder to enrich the mentor system further, approval was given last students will be shared among staff so that they can deliver
fiscal year. Based on the approval, the timing of GT assignment
immediate support to students.
was conducted in 3rd-year Aril. In regards to countermeasure andcare for poor-performing students in early juncture, throughinterviews with students, supports were given to students undercollaboration with the Learning Support Office and Student
Consultation Office.
In addition, course-registration advices were continuously given
in office hours and the Learning Support Office. Through various
guidance and campus guide (including websites,) the system was
widely announced.

Continue discussions regarding the introduction of the creationof freshman education courses for new students, and theintroduction of the mentor system. Further, aim at sharing
information between each relevant section and strive to implement
more prompt student support.

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a-2 Also, provide students with learning support and advice on course

58
SAD
【SHWS
】

planning, making use of the Office for Learning Support. The
Office for Learning Support is open on a steady basis and haslearning support staff and teaching assistants (TAs). Functions of
the Office for Learning Support shall be further improved.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In order to offer learning support through business hours of the
Learning Support Office on weekends and math supplemental
lectures just before exam terms, Learning Support Staff, TA, andSA were assigned. Questionnaire was conducted. Discussion was
conducted for enhancing supports. As a place to practicepresentation for academic conferences and graduation theses, LT
Talks were held several times in AY2015.
No. of Users
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015Students
3,652
4,678
3,853
3,231

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

Students/Month
304
389
321
269

Questionnaire
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015

QuestionsSelf-learning
55.6%
22.8%
61.3%
17.5%
60.5%
15.7%

Use of WS
6.5%
4.8%
2.5%

Satisfied
85.2%
85.5%
88.9%

Unsatisfied
2.2%
2.9%
2.4%

Satisfaction
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015a-2 (a) Open the "Office for Learning Support" from the 1st class

Average
12.7%
11.6%
8.7%

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a) Using TA/SA at the Learning Support Office, two Learning
Support Staff gave support to students who have fears andconcerns regarding his/her learning status. Math supplemental
lectures, LT Talks, and business hours on weekends prior to
examination period were continuously given.
Result of the User Questionnaire
Open Hours: 09:00- 19:00

period to one hour after the last class period. Further, station
learning support staff and TAs and SAs （student advisors） toprovide learning support to students, such as pre-exam makeup
classes and opening the office on Saturdays.
(b) Conduct surveys of students who use the services and ask
their opinions. Further, discuss ways to further improve thesupport provided.
(c） In order to allow it to serve a double function as the Office for
Global Learning Support, hire TAs and SAs who speak English.

AY2016Students
4,198

Students/Month350(b) Implementing student user questionnaires, basic data was
accumulated. And we directly conducted hearing survey tostudents. We discussed about support enrichment. Moreover, we
received many questions on programing. Therefore we decided tostart programing supplemental lectures in AY2018 in addition to
those for math.
User Questionnaire
AY2016

QuestionsSelf-learning
64.0%
15.3%

Use of WS
1.3%

Satisfied
89.4%

Unsatisfied
0.6%(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Open the "Office for Learning Support" from the 1st classperiod to one hour after the last class period. Further, station
learning support staff and TAs and SAs (student advisors) toprovide learning support to students, such as pre-exam makeup
classes and opening the office on weekends.
(b) Conduct surveys of students who use the services and ask theiropinions. Further, discuss ways to further improve the support
provided.
(c) In order to allow it to serve a double function as the Office for
Global Learning Support, hire TAs and SAs who speak English.

Satisfaction
AY2016

Average
4.3%(c) We couldn’t hire SA/TA fluent in English. Support Staff
handled questions from international students.

ＢbWith regard to lifestyle and health counseling, a counselor(Student Consultation Room), a nurse (Medical Treatment Room),
Grievance Counselors (Grievance Counseling Office, Grievance
Processing Committee), Counselor for Sexual Harassment(Committee for Prevention of Sexual harassment) and staff
members of the Student Affairs Division shall cooperatively work
for students. Discuss establishment of a more efficient counselingsystem.

59
SAD
【SHWS
】

55

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Appropriate advice was provided corresponding to individual
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
students at the Nurse’s Office and the Student Counseling Office.
When SAD staff members talked to students, they asked the nurse
and/or the counselor to sit in as necessary to promote cooperation
among staff members concerned. Further, at the Student Support
Working Group meetings held in line with implementation of thestudent lifestyle survey, members of the WG exchanged opinions
on the trend of current students and individual matters to share
information.

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b

c

In order to provide students with effective support, the Student
Counselor, nurse, Grievance Counselors, faculty, and Student
Affairs Division staff should collaborate to respond to students inneed of support. Further, hold meetings of the student support
working group as needed in order to share information between
each of these staff members.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Nurse’s Office: Students were provided coaching andconsultation to keep in shape.
Counseling Office: Counseling regarding concerns and trouble ofstudents in everyday school life was provided.
We continued having staff members concerned sit in to promote
their cooperation when students were provided face-to-facecounseling. In addition, a shared holder was created to makeprevious record of consulation accessible for quick check in aneffort to share information among them.

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【SHWS
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Basically, counseling shall be done on a student-counselor basis.
However, in order to detect and care students experiencing
difficulties in their lifestyles at an early juncture, adequate
information shall be forwarded to their guardians at an adequate
juncture, so that guardians can also grasp situations throughconsultation, etc.

c

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to provide students with effective support, the Student
Counselor, nurse, Grievance Counselors, faculty, and Student
Affairs Division staff should collaborate to respond to students inneed of support. Further, hold meetings of the student support
working group as needed in order to share information between
each of these staff members.

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Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Based on academic performance per semester, we had face-toface-meetings with underachieving students. We provided relevant
information to their guardians asking them to sit in the talks withthe students as well. We had the counselor, nurse, staff of the
Office for Learning Support and faculty members concerned sit inwith students as needed to promote their cooperation. In line withthe university festival, the explanatory meetings and individual
consultation sessions, etc. were held in cooperation with the
Supporters’ Associtation.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(c-1) Depending on grades of each semester, meet with relevant(c-1) In order to prevent and to take measures for academic
underachievement, the Student Affairs Division, faculty members, students to talk about their difficulties. If necessary, the Student
the Student Counseling Office, Office for Learning Support andAffairs Division, the Student Counselor, the Office for Learning
Office for Employment Support strived to share information,
Support and students' guardians will work together to solve
problems.
closely communicated each other and cooperatively provided
students with optimal instructions. Further, we provided guardians (c-2) Cooperating with the UoA Support Association and Alumni
with necessary information as needed and asked them to sit in the Association, hold meetings to exchange opinions with students
face-to-face talk with their child to promote cooperation eachand guardians, taking the opportunity of the University Festival,
other.
and share information.
(c-2) As part of the university festival, the explanatory meeting foruniversity-bound students, the job-seeking explanatory meeting forparents and individual consultation meetings were held incooperation with the Supporters’ Association and the Alumni
Association.

(c-1) Depending on grades of each semester, meet with relevant
students to talk about their difficulties. If necessary, the Student
Affairs Division, the Student Counselor, the Office for Learning
Support and students' guardians will work together to solve
problems.
(c-2) Cooperating with the UoA Support Association and Alumni
Association, hold meetings to exchange opinions with students
and guardians, taking the opportunity of the University Festival,
and share information.

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61
SAD
【SHWS
】

Make efforts to reduce students’ financial strain.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Tuition waiver, targeting at victims of the earthquake disaster as
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
well, was implemented within the budget. Since FY2015, the ratioof the total amount for tuition waiver has been expanded from
2.0% to 2.5% of the tuition income budget. Doctoral students
within the standard enrollment years were commissioned as RAs
based on applications made by faculty members. We supported
students by making use of a variety of scholarship programs,
providing students with relevant information in a timely manner.
- DDP Scholarship Program (a total number of students)

FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015

Received the Exepted from Exepted fromscholarship admission fee
tuition
3
2
3
4
2
4
2
2
2
4
2
4

- International IT Nisshinkan Scholarship Program (a total numberof students who (a) received the scholarship, were (b) exeptedfrom tuition)

FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015

Received the Exepted fromscholarship
tuition
2
2
2
2
3
3

- Integrated Five-year Program Scholarship recepients
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015d(d-1) Maintain the tuition exemption measures for students,
including those who are victims of disasters.
(d-2) Implement the RA System.
(d-3) Utilize scholarships for the Dual Degree Program,International IT Nisshinkan and the Five-Year Program.

programA3
3
3

programB543
5(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(d-1) In order to take some of the financial burden off of students,
the tuition waiver program was implemented. The tuition waiver
was also implemented for victims of the Great East Japan
Earthquake Disaster.
(d-2) We actively utilized the RA System and had 27 doctoral
students work as RAs.
(d-3)
-DDP Scholarship Program

FY2016(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The tuition waiver program, etc. will continuously cover victimsof the disaster in addition to students in need of financial aid.
For doctoral students, support will be available by utilizing theRA system. For master's students, the DDP and integrated fiveyear program scholarship system will be utilized for their support.
Moreover, in collaboration with the UoA supporter's association,
cafeteria fee and job-hunting costs will be subsidized.

Received the Exepted from Exepted fromscholarship admission fee
tuition7
5
7- International IT Nisshinnkan Scholarship Program (This program
was integrated into the DDP at the end of the first semester.)

FY2016

Received the Exepted fromscholarship
tuition1-

FY2016

programA
1・Integrated Five-year Program Scholarship System
programB
8

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62
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【SHWS
】

Proactively support students’ extra-curricular activities, given thatstudents learn social values and how to get along with people ofdifferent ages and characteristics through extra-curricular
activities, and mature as human beings.

e(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In cooperation with the UoA Supporters Association, we
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
supported students’ extracurricular activities and their social
contribution by subsidizing the Student Government, the university
festival, breakfast voucher, students’ skill-up activities including
taking TOEIC and information-related qualification tests,
employment seeking activities, volunteer activities, etc.
With regard to Somei House, we assigned Somei House
Residence Assistants to provide residents with guidance andadvice for smooth communal living and other support such as aconducting emergancey drill particularly for the residence.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Coninuing cooperation with the UoA Supporters Association, we Cooperate with the UoA Support Association, which is organizedof students' guardians, and support students' extracurricularsupported students’ extracurricular activities and their social
contribution by subsidizing the Student Government, the university activities and their social contribution.
Carry out support activities at Somei House and improve its
festival, breakfast voucher, students’ skill-up activities including
facilities to help students develop their sociality throughtaking TOEIC and information-related qualification tests,
communal living.
employment seeking activities, volunteer activities, etc.
As the sales of breakfast voucher was on the decrease, we soldbreakfast voucher at 1,000 yen in December and January. In
December 166 was sold and 104 in January. This fact led to theimprovement of students’ diet habit and better attendance atclasses.
With regard to Somei House, we continued assigning Somei
House Residence Assistants to provide residents with guidance
and advice for smooth communal living and other support such asa conducting emergancey drill particularly for the residence.

Cooperate with the UoA Support Association, which is organizedof students' guardians, and support students' extracurricular
activities and their social contribution.
Carry out support activities at Somei House and improve its
facilities to help students develop their sociality throughcommunal living.

ＢfPromote use of the “Lounge for International Exchange andInformal Discussion” for communication among international
students, Japanese students, faculty and administrative staff
members, and for exchange of various information. Also organize
events to support international students.

63
OSIP

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
At the Lounge for International Exchange, Japanese language
With the study aborad fairs, lunch meetings, etc. by proactive use
learning materials were lent out and individual consultationof the Lounge for International Exchange and the Global Lounge,regarding study abroad was proactively provided. As a result, the student-led international exchange activities contributed to thenumber of students who were sent aborad increased from 11 inenhancement of students’ language ability and skills and crossFY2012 to 21 in FY2015. Making good use of the Global Lounge, cultural understanding. As such, we deem that the plans have been
which was established in March of 2014, opportunities forachieved.
international exchange and multicultural exchange organized by
students have expanded, as well as opportunities for exchanging
opinions among international and Japanese students, faculty andadministrative staff members. A total number of participant
students in those events was 204 in FY2015and 265 in FY2016.
The purpose of use of the Lounge has been penetrating on campus.
The enhancement of Japanese language education is helpful forinternational students’ everyday lives and future career.

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g

* ICT Global Program All-English Course: An Undergraduate

Work together with the Support Association for International
Students of the University of Aizu (SAISUA) and other outsideorganizations to support international students.

ghOrganize occasions for informal discussion and exchange of
opinions among international students, local people andcompanies.

Improve the depth and breadth of the Japanese language learningmaterials for international students displayed/lent out at theLounge for International Exchange and Informal Discussion, as
well as the information provision for Japanese students regarding
study abroad opportunities. In addition, hold exchange events withJapanese students and faculty members, as well as Japanese
language classes as a part of international student support.
Further, proactively leverage the Global Lounge established in
FY2015 and hold exchange events, etc. for international andJapanese students in order to provide more and better
opportunities for student-led international exchange and crosscultural experiences.
In addition, establish the ocourses "Beginning Japanese I and II"
for students participating in the ICT Global Program All-English
Course.

64
OSIPWork together with the Support Association for International
Students of the University of Aizu (SAISUA) to support
international students in their life in Japan.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The improvement of the study abroad fair and other international
exchange activities helped the significance of the Lounge forInternational Exchange and the Global Lounge seep into students.
The number of cases of consultation on international students’
daily lives and on Japanese students’ study abroad exceeded 100.
(FY 2015: 70 cases)
As for Japanese language education, Japanese classes werestarted as regular courses for international students enrolled in the
ICT Global Program All-English Course.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The International Lounge lends out Japanese language learningmaterials intended for international students to promote their selfstudy. Moreover, Japanese students will be motivated through oneon-one interview in the International Lounge upon studying
abroad.
For international students participating in the ICT Global
Program All-English Course, Japanese Course will be offered as
regular courses. For other international students, Japanese
language training will be offered to support their daily life.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The scholarship is provided and the payment for National Health
Insurance is subsidized through collaboration with the SAISUA.
Organizing orientation meetings and Japanese classes forinternational students in cooperation with the Aizu Wakamatsu
International Exchange Association, we have supported
international students in their life in Japan together with the local
community.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We have supported international students in their life in Japanand promoted international exchange through collaboration withvarious organizations including SAISUA. This has prevented
isolation of international students and promoted understanding ofthem in the local community. Accordingly, it is concluded that theplans have been achieved.

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Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In cooperation with SAISUA, we strived to support international Work together with the Support Association for International
students in their life in Japan: subsidized payment for the National Students of the University of Aizu (SAISUA), international
Pension Insurance as well as providing the scholarship in FY
exchange associations, etc. to support international students in2016.
their life in Japan.
As admission of international students to the undergraduate school
started in FY2016, we emphasized orientation meetings andJapanese classed through collaboration with the Aizu Wakamatsu
International Exchange Association.

65
OSIP

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
To various exchange events (a total of 20 events a year) withThe UoA contributed to international understanding in the local
SAISUA, elementary and high schools, and international exchange area in cooperation with local elementary schools, high schools
associations of local municipals corresponding to their requests,
and municipals. Accordingly, it is concluded that the plans haveinternational and Japanese students were sent mainly though the
been achieved.
Center for Globalization. Such events contributed to enhancement Our international exchange activities conducted on and out ofof local people’s interest in cross-cultural exchange and foreirgn campus have become well known. Collaboration requests fromlanguages and deepening of our international students’local municipals and educational organizations are on the increase.
understanding of Japanese culture.
As a result, collaborative events has made a series events, and a
total number of such cases will be 25 a year.Our students’proactive participation in local activities has raised the profile ofour education and research in the community.

59h（ii） The Junior Collegea(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We were involved in a total of 29 local and international
exchange events in FY2016 as follows:・Community Revitalization Project worked on with university
students(Exchange events with the Nakagoya community, Minami-Aizu
Town: 15 events, with participation of 450 or more people fromthe community and UoA students)
・At the UoA Open Campus in summer and autumn, the Office for
Promotion of International Strategic Programs was open to the
public. International students introduced their home countries andJapanese students made presentations on their experience in theirstudy abroad program.
・International students were invited to events and workshops
hosted by external organizations, such as Aizu-Wakamatsu
International Association. They proactively participated in those
events.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Various exchange events with the Support Association forInternational Students of the University of Aizu (SAISUA),
elementary and high schools, and international exchange
associations of local municipals will be hosted. These efforts willcontribute to international exchanges in the local area throughexchanges among international and Japanese students, local
residents, etc.

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（ii） The Junior College
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JCD

Correctly understand the actual conditions of students’ life-styles
and improve support for learning/life-styles/extra-curricular
activities.

ａｂ

The Center for Strategy of International Programs and the Support
Association for International Students of the University of Aizu
(SAISUA) will collaborate to hold various exchange events,
aiming to promote exchange between international students local
residents, etc., in order to contribute to international exchange inthe region.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Student Life Questionnaire was implemented in April every year. Grasping the reality of students’ lifestyles was reflected to theGrasping students’ life status, we improved environment including improvement of support of students’ lifestyles and of theirequipment in the dormitory and cafeteria.
extracurricular activities. Accordingly, we are expecting to almost
achieve the plans.

Conduct the "survey regarding student lifestyles" in April andutilize survey results for support of students' everyday life. Try tosupport students' study and life by grasping the status of their parttime job, etc.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Student Life Questionnaire was implemented in April. Grasping
students’ life status, we improved environment including
equipment in the dormitory.

67
JCD

In order to strengthen the learning support, make improvements inlibrary services, such as increasing the number of books, opening
the Library on Saturdays, extending open hours and improving
various retrieval systems.

ｂ(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)Student questionnaire will be conducted in order to grasp theactuality of students' live. All faculties shall share information toenhance and improve support for learning, life, and extracurricular
activities.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We have continued making the request for installation of
Toward fundamental solution of issues, we are currently looking
to measures, such as reorganization of library materials, alternative
movable bookshelves since 2007 in order to improve the librarycapacity to cope with the shortage of spaces in the library.
measures to replace movable bookshelves. Plans regarding
However, this request has not been accommodated yet.
students’ learning support by opening the library to the extended
Accordingly, as the spaces in the library got too small to easily
hours have been implemented.
retrieve and pick up books, we look into concrete measures every
year to cope with this situation such as disposal of library material
and future plans. We open the library on 13 Saturdays and four
Sundays a year. In addition, we open the library until eight o’clockin the evening on over 150 days. These efforts help students study.

(b-1) Continue to discuss installation of/make requests formovable book stacks to store more books and to strengthen thequake resistance of stacks. Also, due to the establishment of the
Department of Early Childhood Education, relevant librarymaterials will be prepared in a systematic manner.
(b-2) Open the Library on 10 Saturdays and extend the open hours
on 140 days a year to support students’ studies.
(b-3) Taking into account information exchange with libraries ofother universities, work on better methods to offer information to
students to promote use of our library.
(b-4) Move ahead on the improvement of the Learning Commons.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(b-1) In line with the establishment of the Preschool Education
Department, library material has been improved in a planned
manner, including deregistration of unused books, etc. We also
looked to installation of movable bookshelves in order to improve
the library capacity and to the seismic capacity.
(b-2) In order to help student study, we opened the library on
Saturdays and to extended hours.
(b-3) We repeatedly discussed “Learning Commons” (a sharedspace for study) in order to make good use of the limited spaces
this year.
Open on Saturdays
10 days

60

Open on Sundays
5 daysExtend of open hours
140 days(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(b-1) Systematically work on facilitation of books. Reconsider
about improvement of library capacity and enhancement ofearthquake-resistance.
(b-2) Open the Library on 10 Saturdays and extend the open hours
on 140 days a year to support students' studies.
(b-3) Taking into account information exchange with libraries ofother universities, work on better methods to offer information to
students to promote use of our library.
(b-4) Move ahead on the improvement of the Learning Commons.

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68
JCD

Give students attentive support through office hours, individualbased consultation/instruction, and out-of-class instruction(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Staff for student counseling for each department, faculty
members, counselors and administrative staff members frequently
shared information and cooperatively strived to solve issues,
providing students with help in their study and everyday lives.
We strived to improve the quality of student support byconfirming issues on the student counseling system andimplementing of the FD training session with theme “How to treat
students.”- Cases of consultation
FY2012
4,658

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d

69
JCD

d

FY20144,217

FY20154,170(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(c-1) Student Consultants, faculty members, counselors, and(c-1) Members of the Academic Affairs and Welfare Services
administrative staff cooperated each other firmly for supporting
Committee, faculty in charge of seminars and Student Counselors
overall students’ academic performance and live, and relevant
work together further to support students, making use of theirissues were solved under their cooperation. No. of cases handled office hours for individual consultations, etc.
by Counselors were 16 (1st-year grade), and 16 (2nd-year grade.) (c-2) Provide faculty and administrative staff with information
No. of cases handled within office hour was 191 and thosenecessary for counseling students in order to further improve thehandled outside office hour was 2269. Appropriate support was
quality of our student support system further.
given to long-leave students and their guardians.
(c-3) Check issues of students counseling and conduct a training(c-2) At each department’s meeting, instructors sharedsession for faculty members by cooperating with FD activities.
informaiotion on students who recorded absence more than three (c-4) Facilitate an environment where students feel easy to ask fortimes. The entire intitute performed prompt handling and support. consultation.
(c-3) Confirming issues during the student counseling, relevant FD
traning sessions were oferred, namely the Wide Announcement on
Content of the April-2016 Disables Discrimination Solving Law
and Sexual Minority for understanding and supports for students.
We attempted qualitative improvement of student support.

(c-1) Members of the Academic Affairs and Welfare Services
Committee, faculty in charge of seminars and Student Counselors
work together to support students, making use of their office hours
for individual consultations, etc.
(c-2) Provide faculty and administrative staff with informationnecessary for counseling students in order to further improve thequality of our student support system.
(c-3) Check issues of students counseling and conduct a training
session for faculty members by cooperating with FD activities.

Think of measures to reduce students’ financial strain.

FY2013
3,929(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We attentively supported students on an individual basis, making
use of various opportunities, such as the office hour system
individual counseling/instruction and/or extracurricular
instructions. We also strived to improve the quality of student
support by offering the FD training session. Most of the plans are
expected to be achieved.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We improved the tuition waiver system to support students
We improved the tuition waiver system to support students
having financial difficulties and took the continuous tuition wavier having financial difficulties and took the continuous tuition wavier
measure after FY2011 by 2% of the budget amount of tuition
measure after FY2011 by 2% of the budget amount of tuition
revenue for those affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake and revenue for those affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake andthe consequential nuclear accident, etc.
the consequential nuclear accident, etc. The plans are by and large
expected to be achieved.

Continue the tuition waiver system to support students having
financial difficulties or those affected by the Great East Japan
Earthquake and Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant
accidents.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We improved the tuition waiver system to support students
Continue the tuition waiver system to support students having
having financial difficulties and advertized the continuous tuition financial difficulties or those affected by the Great East Japanwavier measure after FY2011, and that was offered for 15 students Earthquake and Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant(25 students in total) by 2% of the budget amount of tuition
accidents.
revenue for those affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake andthe consequential nuclear accident, etc. The tuition waiver system
to support students having financial difficulties was implemented
for 13 students (24 students in total.)

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70
JCD

Promote edification to prevent students from being victimized by
vicious business such as confidence tricks and pyramid-selling
schemes, etc., and for prevention of harassments.

e

f

71
JCD

f

a

Aim to achieve 100% employment rate for students seeking
employment at private companies through providing career
guidance suitable for individual students by creating a databaseintegrating various data regarding students, and constructing acyber career development system, using the employability
portfolio.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(e-1,3) We organized a lecture by an invited legal consultant(e-1) Give strict instructions to students to be aware of illegal sales
regarding use of SNS, illegal sales schemes, etc. and how toschemes, etc. and how to prevent these troubles.
prevent these troubles at the guidance meeting in the second(e-2) Guidance regarding crime prevention and self-defense shallsemester.
be provided by the police.
(e-2) We had the police provide a lecture regarding self-defense(e-3) Notify information regarding SNS's crime prevention,and prevention of crime and traffic accidents at the newly admitted harassment, etc. and improve the knowledge further.
student guidance.
We strived to enhance awareness of crime prevention and traffic
safety, etc. by periodically sending messages to student via website
and e-mail.

(e-1） Instruct students to beware of illegal sales schemes, etc. andhow to prevent these troubles.
(e-2) Guidance regarding crime prevention and self-defense shallbe provided by the police.
(e-3) Notify information regarding SNS's crime prevention,harassment, etc. and improve those knowledge.

Support student-initiated activities such as extracurricular/student
union/dormitory resident union activities from educational
perspectives.

B B Specific measures for achieving 100% employment rate（i） for students seeking employment（i） The University of Aizu

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Lectures, explanatory meeting, etc. regarding illegal sales
At a new student guidance meeting we provided an explanation
to students regarding illegal sales schemes, etc. and how to prevent schemes, various types of harassment, use of social networking
service, traffic safety, etc. were organized to enhance students’
these troubles, and had the police provide a lecture regarding
awareness regarding related trouble.
prevention of crime.
Also we conducted a survey on how students use social
networking service and gave a lecture by an invited legal
consultant regarding crime prevention and self-defense.
We strived to enhance awareness of crime prevention and traffic
safety, etc. by periodically sending messages to student via website
and e-mail.

Support student club activities through faculty-administration
support system.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Members of the AAC and Student Welfare and GuidanceCommittee and other relevant faculty members provided advices
and support to the Student Government Association, clubs, theuniversity festival, dormitory association, etc., leading to their
spirited activities in terms of execution of budget and operation.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We provided support from an educational point of view to theStudent Government Association, clubs, the university festival,
dormitory association, etc., leading to their spirited activities.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Support and promote active activities of student club activities
through faculty-administration support system.

B B Specific measures for achieving 100% employment rate（i） for students seeking employment（i） The University of Aizu
72
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【SHWS
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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
As the students’use rate of the syber job seeking system that was The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
constructed in FY2011 was low, we started using Uni Career
System (service provided by a private career development
supporting company) from FY2015 to provide job information to
students. Further, we strived to improve the employment rate
through the subsidy for job seeking expenses provided by the
Supporters’ Associtation, campus job fairs and individualcompany explanatory meetings, etc. as well as consultation
provided at the Office for Employment Support.
- Employment rate
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY201562

Bachelors
96.2%
93.8%
95.7%
96.0%

Masters
100%
100%
100%
100%

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a

Improve the career development environment, so that students
can find necessary career information by themselves and findsuitable careers. This will lead to improvement of rates ofstudents who receive job offers from private companies for those
who wish employment at private companies.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We continued using Uni Career system to provide students with
job intormation and supported their job seeking activities throughconsultation provided at the Office for Employment Support, thesubsidy for job seeking expenses provided by the Supporters’
Associtation, campus job fairs and individual company
explanatory meetings, etc.
- Employment rate
FY2016

b

73
SAD
【SHWS
】

For the purpose of developing students’ views towards
professionals, and encouraging them to have future vision on theircareer at an early juncture, discuss providing career design
education for all students to start in their first year of theenrollment at the Undergraduate School.

bcEnhance small-group IT experience factory in the form ofPBL(Project Based Learning), so that students can solidify thefoundation to develop practical ability as professionals, whilelearning through hands-on experiences (including the internshipprogram) and improving communication ability.

Bachelors
98.6%

Masters
100%

74
SAD
【SHWS
】

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to increase students' vocational awareness at an early
juncture of their university life, provide students with opportunities
to learn practical knowledge and skills needed in the "real world"at the courses, "Introduction to Computer Science andEngineering," "Career Design I, II," etc.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In the Venture Startup Workshops with the small number of
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
participants, we strived to encourage students to attain practicalabilitiy, which is difficult to attain in a regular class and to develop
their professional awareness. Furhter, we encouraged students toparticipate in the Venture Starup Workshops by introducing thecontent of the classes at guidance meetings, etc. in an effort toraise the profile of the courses among students.
We conveyed information on internship programs that theuniversity received to students. In the guidance meeting forstudents, explanations on the participation in those programs were
provided in an effort to promote those programs.
Further, we had students visit companies in and outside
Fukushima to provide students with opportunities to learn about
the reality of companies through exchanging opinions with them.
- Visits to companies
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY201563

Ｂ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
For the courses “Introduction to Computer Science andEngineering,” “Career Design I, II,” and Venture Startup
Worhishops, we invited engineers and managers from businesscompanies and provided students with opportunities to get toknow practical business activities in the real world. In concreteterms, students were given lectures on the reality of businessactivities and worked on practical issues of society to solve themunder the instruction of invited lecturers. Those efforts contributed
to develop students’ professional awareness and practical abilities
to take independent actions toward problem solution.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We continued providing lectures for “Introduction to Computer
Science and Engineering,” etc. with engineers and managers
invited as lecturers.

In order to increase students' vocational awareness at an early
juncture of their university life, provide students with opportunities
to learn practical knowledge and skills needed in the "real world"at the courses, "Introduction to Computer Science andEngineering," "Career Design I, II," and Project Based Learning(PBL) course, "Factories for Experiencing Starting up Ventures."(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Improve the career development environment, so that students
can find necessary career information by themselves and findsuitable careers. This will lead to improvement of rates of students
who receive job offers from private companies for those who wish
employment at private companies.

in Fukushima
27 students 4 companies
11 students 1 company
10 students 1 company
9 students 3 companies

outside Fukushima0
41 students 2 companies
37 students 2 companies
30 students 2 companies

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We continued encouraging students to participate in Venture
By improving the small-class and PBL-based course, "Factories
Startup Workshops and internship programs by providing relevant for Experiencing Starting up Ventures", foster students with highinforatmion at guidance meetings, etc.
communication skills and work readiness.
We had students visit companies in (3 students to 3 companies)
Have more students experience internship programs.
and outside Fukushima (17 students to 2 companies) to provide
students with opportunities to asking questions and exchanging
opinions.

By improving the small-class and BPL-based course, "Factories
for Experiencing Starting up Ventures", and promoting students'
participation therein, foster students with high communication
skills and work readiness.
Have more students experience internship programs.

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【SHWS
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Discuss enhancement and improvement of the system to assist
students in their career development by consolidating activities byfaculty members, the Student Affairs Division and CareerCounselors, etc.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We strived to support students’ job seeking activities by sharing
information among people concerned, asking GT supervisors for
information on their students’ career development, for example.
Faculty members, SAD staff members and Career Support Staff
members cooperatively provided concrete support to job seeking
acitivies as indicated below.
1) Career Guidance (number of sessions)
FY2012
6 sessions

FY2013
6 sessions

FY2014
7 sessions

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.

FY2015
7 sessions2) Campus Job Fairs (number of fairs and paritipating companies)
AY2012
AY2013
AY2014
AY2015
6 fairs
6 fairs
6 fairs
8 fairs
103 companies 146 companies 168 companies 223 companies

3) Industry Study Meetings (number of meetings and paritipatingcompanies)
FY2014FY20155 meetings
8 meetings
31 companies 30 companies

4) Offered “Career Design I, II” targeting 2nd- and 3rd-year
undergraduates
5) Toughing up entry sheets, practice interviews, mock interviewsby career consultants, interview Juku by business companies
6) Visiting ICT companies in Tokyo, finding new employers
7) Individual interviews targeting 3rd-year undergraduates and 1styear mastersdShare information regarding students' acquisition of informal
assurance of employment among faculty, the Student Affairs
Division and Career Counselors. Grasp the latest social conditions
and industrial needs, and provide career support appropriately,
corresponding to those conditions and needs.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Share information regarding students' acquisition of informal
The SAD and the Office for Employment Support staff
cooperatively provide employment support in a practical manner. assurance of employment among faculty, the Student Affairs
1) Career Guidance (6 meetings with a total of 348 student
Division and Career Counselors. Grasp the latest social conditions
participants)
and industrial needs, and provide career support appropriately,2) Campus Job Fairs (8 fairs with 252 cmpanies and a total of 317 corresponding to those conditions and needs.
student participants)
3) Industry Study Meetings (7 meetings with 39 companies and a
total of 190 student participants)
4) Offered “Career Design I, II” targeting 2nd- and 3rd-year
undergraduates
5) Toughing up entry sheets, practice interviews, mock interviewsby career consultants, interview Juku by business companies
6) Visiting ICT companies in Tokyo, finding new employers
7) Individual interviews targeting 3rd-year undergraduates and 1styear masters

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【SHWS
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Discuss enhancement and improvement of the support system forinternational students seeking employment at Japanese companies.

ef(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We continued providing our international students seeking
employment at Japanese companies with practical support such asproviding information and Japanese lessons, instructions for entry
sheet preparation, mock interviews. Further, we provided ourinternational students with information on companies hiring
international students.

Teach international students how to write entry sheets, which
Japanese companies usually require applicants to submit. Also
provide students with company information and job search
consultations.

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【SHWS
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By reinforcing ties between the Alumni Association and the
University, establish not only networks among graduates from the
University but also a mentor system involving alumni to support
currently-enrolled students who are seeking employment.

f(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
The SAD and the Office for Employment Support staff
cooperatively provide employment support in a practical manner.
1) Career Guidance (6 meetings with a total of 348 student
participants)
2) Campus Job Fairs (8 fairs with 252 cmpanies and a total of 317
student participants)
3) Industry Study Meetings (7 meetings with 39 companies and a
total of 190 student participants)
4) Offered “Career Design I, II” targeting 2nd- and 3rd-year
undergraduates
5) Toughing up entry sheets, practice interviews, mock interviewsby career consultants, interview Juku by business companies
6) Visiting ICT companies in Tokyo, finding new employers
7) Individual interviews targeting 3rd-year undergraduates and 1styear masters(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Concrete support will be given to students who wish to work forJapanese companies. The support includes providing informationon companies they are interested in and preparation of entry
sheets. In addition, companies will be introduced to these students
based on their characteristics.

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Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Some of our alumni agreed to register as mentors, but it wasdifficult to gain agreement with many companies on this matter
due to security issues. As such we searched other ways to support
our students seeking employement with the lep of UoA alumni andpositively took alumni reunions and job fairs as opportunities toexchange information with them.
We worked on the expansion of networks with UoA alumni,
mediated between our alumni and students and realized company
visits by our students with opportunities to exchange opinions eachother.
We invited our alumni to Career Design courses and Industry
Study meetings, etc. and ran a panel discussion and a meeting forexchanging opinions with current students for their reference when
making a decision on their career path.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We continued proactive exchange of opinions with our alumni at Cooperating with the UoA Alumni Association and making use
alumni reunions and job fairs and mediated between our alumni
of its network to reach our graduates working for companies,
and students to realize company visits by our students.
support students' job searching.
We had our alumni willingly participate in Career Design courses Set up meetings for graduates and enrolled students to exchange
and Industry Study meetings to exchange opinions with students, information, as one of the approaches of supporting students' jobstriving to increase their motivation for job hunting.
seeking activities.

Cooperating with the UoA Alumni Association and making use of
its network to reach our graduates working for companies, support
students' job searching.
Set up meetings for graduates and enrolled students to exchange
information, as one of the approaches of supporting students' jobseeking activities.

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Create occasions for our students and faculty members to meetand exchange information with persons who were previously
employed as faculty members at our University or who obtained a
Master’s/Doctoral degree from our University, in order to increase
job opportunities for our graduate students (especially ourDoctoral Program students) at other universities and research
institutes, etc.

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Improve the informational environment, so that students can get
useful information for their career development through theCollege’s website.

Promote internship programs and hold seminars by invitedlecturers, in order to help students have long-term vision for theircareers.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Inviting external lecturers, a post doctorate career meeting washeld in September to explain the employment status of post
doctoral students and their future career.

Invite external lecturers to hold post doctorate career meetings to
support the career development of doctoral students.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Invite external lecturers to hold post doctorate career meetings to
support the career development of doctoral students.

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（ii） The Junior Collegeab(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In FY2012, a communication meeting with doctoral students and The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
faculty members, etc. on future paths was held.
In FY2013, in addition to the communication meeting, we
provided information on the status of post doctoral employment byinviting companies providing employment information and had
doctoral students exchange opinions with doctoral alumni
employed for research at companies who were invited to theuniversity.
In FY2014 and FY2015, we provided information on the statusof post doctoral employment by inviting speackers fromgovernment-affiliated rearch institutions and organized career
meetings where our faculty members talked on their experience
regading employment.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We improved the situation regarding information update
In order to improve the operation method regarding information
regarding employees and employment seeking status on the
regarding employees, employment seeking status and the Careerinternal web site, a brochure on the use of the relevant information Support Center on the internal web site. Furthermore, thewas created. This brochure is now used for the face-to-faceenvironment of the web site was developed so that students canguidance meetings for 1st-year students in the second semester and easily access on mobile JCD graduates’ reports and experiencefor 2nd-year students in the first semester. Furthermore, thenote on job seeking activities.
environment was developed so that students can take a look atreports and experience note on job hunting activities written by
JCD graduates

Update and maintain information on career development, jobseeking activities, and the Career Support Center in a timely
manner. Further, examine an insufficient point.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We started offering alumni record for career and job hunting
Update and maintain information on career development, jobonline which enabled students to access hands-on information and seeking activities, and the Career Support Center in a timely
alumni’s contact details in anywhere and anytime.
manner. Further, examine an insufficient point.

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The Career Support Center took the lead in the promotion of the
We strived to match students’ wishes and companies providing
internship programs and supported students applying for webinternship programs taking into consideration of individual
students’ various needs.
based public invitations to internship programs. As a result of
We hold lectures with invited lecturers, other on-campus
those initiatives, the number of students participating in internshiplectures, seminars and mock exams for job- seeking, andprograms is on the increase and companies providing internshipprograms that match students’ requests are secured. Through theintroduced useful off-campus seminars related to job-seeking
course “Career Development” with cross-industrial and multiple
activities.
Through seminar activities and the course “Career Development” guest lecturers, we provided students with the opportunity to learn
with cross-industrial guest lecturers, we provided students with the various views on profession and labour attitude. We also took
opportunity to learn various views on profession and labour
trendy measures for career development support by offering
attitude.
periodical on-campus lectures, training sessions on group
discussion and group interviews.

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In order to support students in finding jobs, find more companies
which give the College job offers, and proactively exchange career
information with companies and the alumni.

cd

Aim at the goal of an employment rate of 100% of students whoseek employment through attentive career development support
according to individual students’ vocational aptitude.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Further promote internship programs, seminars by lecturers
The number of internship programs which students participatedinvited from outside of the College and on-campus lectures.
in: 98Especially about the internship, provide a support system
The number of student participants: 82
According to the career guidance plan, we provided students with (including insurance coverage, etc.) for students who apply online
opportunity to obtain updated relevant information from external by themselves. Make a support system to handle different kinds ofapplication form of internship program.
lecturers (short-term on-campus lecturers, entry sheet follow-up
course, employment seeking measures course, etc.) to develop
students’ awareness of employment.
“Group Discussion/Group Interview Skill-up Course” wascontinued by making use of the Career Consultant Sending Out
Project hosted by Fukushima Prefecture.
Through the course “Career Development” with cross-industrial
part-time lecturers and guest speakers, we provided students withthe opportunity to learn various views on profession and labour
attitude.

Further promote internship programs, seminars by lecturers
invited from outside of the College and on-campus lectures.
Especially about the internship, provide a support
system(including insurance coverage, etc.) for students who apply
online by themselves. Make a support system to handle different
kinds of application form of internship program.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We provided company briefings on and off campus. We annually Exploration of employers, exchanging information withreviewed and strived to improve mock exams, lectures andprospective employers, and promotion of information gathering on
seminars given by external instructors. We reviewed the content of the employment situation of our graduates through visits and thethe career development guide book and exchanged informationquestionnaire. We made use of those initiatives for employment
with companies which employed our graduates. Books related to support. The faculty members promoted exploration of employers
career development in the Career Support Center were renewed. which fit with the expertise of graduates of the newly established
We conducted the questionnaire with companies which employed Pre-school Education Department.
our graduates and visited prospective employers in an effort tosecure stable employment offers to our students.

(c-1) Under the leadership of Career Counselors and the Career
Support Center, increase the number of job offers, contact
companies for information exchange, and accumulate employment
information of the College's graduates.
(c-2) Try to find a new place of employment which matches to thespecialization of the new Department, Early Childhood Education.
Cooperation with the relevant department's faculty members andCareer support center is necessary.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The Career Support Center and members of the Career
Development Committee, etc. explored employers, exchange
information with companies, Hello Work office and Fukushima
Employment Support Center and visited companies.
We exchanged information with HR persons from companies at
job fairs held at the UoA.
We collected information by conducting survey with companies
employing our alumni.

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JCD(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(c-1) Under the leadership of Career Counselors and the Career
Support Center, increase the number of job offers, contact
companies for information exchange, and accumulate employment
information of the College's graduates.
(c-2) Try to find a new place of employment which matches to thespecialization of the Department of Early Childhood Education.
Cooperation with the relevant department's faculty members andCareer support center is necessary.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Members of the Career Development Committee and the Career
The employment rate hit nearly 100% and the plans are expected
Advisors, etc. interviewed individual students. In accordance with to be achieved.
the career development instruction plan, lectures, seminars, mockexams were conducted. Guidance meetings for students who havenot secured employment were also held in a timely manner. The
content of career development guidebook was reviewed. Books
and referential materials at the Career Support Center were
improved, in an effort to provide updated information regarding
career development.
- Employment Ratio among Students Wish to Get Job
AY201297.1%

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AY201397.9%

AY201499.2%

AY2015
99.3%

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e

In order to provide the latest information regarding job-seeking
activities' trend to students, continuously create career support
guidebook with professionals. Further, conduct a survey in eachdepartment and course in order to grasp students' vocational
aptitude and status of job hunting. Make a system to be able toprovide a career guidance for each stduent.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above- Employment Ratio among Students Wish to Get Job 99.3％(latest updated)

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Regarding the Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences and theDepartment of Social Welfare Sciences, maintain an employment
rate of 80% or higher of those students who seek jobs related toand/or requiring licenses or qualifications.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Course registration guidance was given to students who wish to
It seems possible to keep over 80% of students in the Food andNutrition Department and the Social Welfare Department who are
obtain licenses and certificate by the Academic Affairs andWelfare Committee member and personnel in charge of mandatory to be employed by business related to their licenses andqualifications. The plans are seemed to be basically achieved.
courses.
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015e(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to provide the latest information regarding job-seeking
activities' trend to students, create career guidebook withprofessionals in a creative way.
Further, conduct a survey in each department and course in orderto grasp students' vocational aptitude and status of job hunting.
Make a system to be able to provide career guidance for each
student.

Regarding the Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences, theDepartment of Early Childhood Education, and the Department ofSocial Welfare Sciences, conduct a career path education andinstruction for jobs related to and/or requiring licenses or
qualifications by cooperating with local region.

Food and Nutrition
97.8%
87.2%
84.2%
71.9%

Social Welfare
85.0%
80.4%
85.7%
93.6%

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above
FY2016

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Food and Nutrition
95.1%

Social Welfare
93.9%(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Conduct detailed consultation on career path and course
registration method for students who wish to work as a position
related to some license.

3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

2. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Research

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
Item 2. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding Researchsibility)(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding researchstandards and results
A

A The University of Aizu

（i）

World-leading research in the field of computer science andengineering will be further promoted to create results having amajor impact on relevant fields.

MID-TERM(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding researchstandards and results
A

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2

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24

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MID-TERM

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0

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0

ANNUAL

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1

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24

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0

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0

MID-TERM

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2

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16

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0

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0

ANNUAL

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1

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16

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0

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0

A The University of Aizu
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Division Head（i） (a－1) (Computer Science Division)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The CS, CE, and IS divisions conducted research about computer The plans are expected to be realized.
science and engineering. In particular, studies on machinelearning, complex systems modeling, information security, optimal
control, quantum computing, advanced network technology,
computer architectures, and systems for supporting HPC and IoT,
new approaches, methods, software, and devices for theacquisition, processing, storage and dissemination of visual, video,
audio, textual, musical, and numerical information including:graphics, visualization, & multimedia; biomedical information
technology, computer vision; databases and data mining; software
engineering, human-computer interfaces; shape modeling; andindustrial applications were conducted.
In the period from April 2012 to March 2015, professors in the
CS, CE, and IS divisions published more than 473 major journal
papers, more than 861 major conference papers, around 79 bookchapters, authored or edited 29 books, registered or filed 31
patents, received 17 academic awards, and organized 65 scientificconferences. Professors in the CS, CE, and IS divisions also
prepared many course materials both for undergrduate andgraduate schools.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Modeling of quantum computing and development of next
In 2016, professors in the computer science division publishedgeneration computing devices; Investigation of new theories and22 major journal papers, 3 non-major journal papers, 43international conference papers, 2 books, and 3 book chapters; and technologies for information/cyber security (e.g. cryptography,
registered 1 patent, related to research areas such as sparse
cryptanalysis, steganography, and steganalysis); Mathematical andrepresentation, blind source separation, cloud computing, quantum computer modeling, simulation, and development of new
methodologies for solving complex problems (e.g. modeling of
many-body system analysis, probability theory, stochastic
heart, social / collective behaviors, environment, evolution, bigprocesses, homotopy, combinatorics, coding theory, humancontrol over unstable systems, encryption and steganography,
data, deep learning, awareness, and cognition); and proposal ofcore technologies for artificial intelligence (e.g. efficientmanagement and analysis of large-scale data, computational
information/knowledge acquisition, data analysis, and knowledge
awareness, optimal control, evolutionary computing, neuralnetwork ensembles, and so on. We also delivered 8 invited talks
management), and intelligent services (e.g. context / situationand participated as key persons in organizing 5 internationalaware cloud computing, privacy preserving cloud computing), andconferences; and attracted several outside research funding.
intelligent environments (e.g. smart home, smart office, and smartcity).
Several professors have prepared course materials for the Top
Global University project. We have successfully fulfilled our planin both education and research.

Modeling of quantum computing and development of next
generation computing devices; Investigation of new theories andtechnologies for cryptography / cryptanalysis and steganography /steganalysis; Mathematical and computer modeling, simulation,and development of new methodologies for solving complex
problems (e.g. modeling of heart, social / collective behaviors,
environment, evolution, big data, awareness, and cognition); andproposal of core technologies for intelligent computing (e.g.
efficient information/knowledge acquisition, analysis, andmanagement), intelligent services (e.g. context / situation aware
cloud computing and internet of things), and smart spaces (e.g.
smart room, smart office, and smart city).

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ANNUAL(a-2) (Computer Engineering Division)
84-1
The computer engineering division will conduct research andDivisiodevelopment about computer engineering areas. The focus will be n Headon innovative computing which will promote advancement ofcomputer engineering, such as high-performance computing,advanced network technology, and devices and platforms forsupporting HPC and IoT. In particular, researches on wirelesscommunication networks, software-defined radios, softwaredefined sensor networks, safety embedded systems, wearable
devices and computing, and adaptive many-core computing
systems shall be conducted.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The division of computer engineering conducted research anddevelopment of advanced network technology, computerarchitectures, and systems for supporting HPC and IoT. In
particular, studies on adaptive many-core systems, wearable
devices, wireless communication networks, and software-definedsensor networks were conducted. Professors of the CE division
filed five patents, registered one patent, published 29 journal
papers, 47 conference papers. Also, Professors of the CE division
gave several invited public talks, received five Best-paper andtravel awards (with students), including First Prize Best Student
Project Award at IEEE COmSoc, received many external grants,
and served on many scientific committees.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The computer engineering division conducts research anddevelopment about computer engineering areas. The focus will be
on innovative computing which will promote advancement ofcomputer engineering, such as high-performance computing,advanced network technology, and devices and platforms forsupporting HPC and IoT. In particular, researches on wirelesscommunication networks, software-defined radios, softwaredefined sensor networks, safety embedded systems, wearable
devices and computing, data science, and adaptive neuro-inspired
manycore computing systems shall be conducted.

(a-3) (Information Systems Division)
84-2
The Division of Information Systems conducts research andDivisiodevelopment of new approaches, methods, software, and devices n Headfor the acquisition, processing, storage and dissemination ofvisual, video, audio, textual, musical, and numerical information
including: graphics, visualization, & multimedia; biomedical
information technology, computer vision and image processing;databases and data mining; software engineering, human-computerinterfaces; robotics; security; shape modeling; and industrial
applications.
Division activities include projects exploring big data analytics;
cloud-based databases for queries by health-care workers;
environmental sensing; high performance computing (HPC);
human support systems for rescue robots; IoT (Internet of things)
and ubicomp (ubiquitous computing); mobile ambient systems for
integrating personal control and public display; natural language
processing (NLP) and information retrieval; deep spacedevelopment; and application platforms in multipurpose
distributed environments for various applications,such as scientific visualization, infoviz (information visualization),and tsunami modeling.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The Division of Information Systems conducted research anddevelopment of new approaches, methods, software, and devices
for the acquisition, processing, storage and dissemination ofvisual, video, audio, textual, musical, and numerical information
including: graphics, visualization, & multimedia; biomedical
information technology, computer vision; databases and data
mining; software engineering, human-computer interfaces; shapemodeling; and industrial applications.
Division activities include projects exploring big data analytics;
cloud-based databases for queries by health-care workers; human
support systems for rescue robots; mobile ambient systems for
integrating personal control and public display; deep spacedevelopment; and application platforms in multipurpose
distributed environments for various applications such as tsunami
modeling. During the review period (4/2016-3/2017), faculty in
the Inf. Sys. Div. filed 4 patent applications, published 35 journal
papers, presented 23 invited talks, and authored 73 papers inmajor conferences, receiving several Best Paper awards. Also
during that period, faculty in the Inf. Sys. Div. authored 4 bookchapters and authored or edited 4 books. Total eternal grantsupport for the period was \49,531,000. Division membersorganized 17 scientific conferences.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The Division of Information Systems conducts research anddevelopment of new approaches, methods, software, and devices
for the acquisition, processing, storage, and dissemination ofvisual, video, audio, textual, musical, spatial, and numericalinformation. Division activities include research projects on:graphics, visualization, & multimedia; biomedical information
technology, computer vision and image processing; databases anddata mining; human-centric computing & human-computerinterfaces; pattern processing; robotics; security; shape modeling;
software engineering, and virtual reality.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)...
As part of the MEXT subsidy project “Regional Innovation
Strategic Support Program,” research on smart-grid informationbase was promoted in the reusable energy field.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For contributing to support toward revitalization and recovery
from the Great East Japan Earthquake, we have been continuously
implementing research on use of reusable energy. Therefore theplan is expected to be completed as its original.

A（ii） Conduct research to contribute to “formation of a local society
where sustainable development is possible” (including agricultural
fields), a theme which has been assigned to Fukushima Prefecture
as well as the world in the 21st century, and to “assistance forrevitalization and reconstruction from the Great East Japan
Earthquake” (including research areas on renewable energy). In
order to realize such research, encourage University faculty
members to have high professional awareness as researchers.

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necessary for research mentioned in (ii) above to promote “oneand only” and pioneering research with creativity and originality.

（iii）（iv） Strategic Research(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The R&D system built for the field of renewable energy,
FY2017 was the last year of the the MEXT subsidy project
established by the MEXT-subsidy project “Program for Supporting“Regional Innovation Strategic Support Program” (started from
Regional Innovation Strategy” (Project term: FY2012-2016), will
August 2012). We handled functional tuning of architecture of
be maintained continuously. University-business-government
smart-grid information base, and classification of design
specifications, user manual, and library. And the AIST, Fukushima collaboration of other universities and companies in Fukushima
prefecture will be promoted. In order to revitalize Fukushima
University, etc. were in the collaboration and we worked on
prefecture, the Revitalization Center will take the core role inclassifying and summarizing experimental results of existing
research, etc. in the field of renewable energy sources, big-datareference project and verification system. We established interfield collaboration platform aiming at fostering software engineers analysis, and cloud infrastructure. Research related toand researchers continuously in the field of reusable energy in the revitalization following the disaster by using ICT will beregion. The project received "A" as the finishing evaluation from promoted.
MEXT in March, 2019.
For revitalization of Fukushima prefecture, the Revitalization
Center played the main role. The center conducted research on
reusable energy field, analysis on big data, use of cloud platform,
and many others related to ICT for revitalization.

Having been selected for the MEXT "Regional Innovation
Strategy Support Program" in August, 2014, we have invitedresearchers with the knowledge and expertise needed to researchand develop renewable energy. With FY2016 being the final yearof the project, we will promote initiatives aiming at expanding theactual users （reference development support, etc.).
Further, aiming to help reconstruct Fukushima, promote research
related to the use of IT in post-disaster reconstruction, such as an
M2M networks, Big Data analysis, information security, andrenewable energy, etc. centered on the Aizu Revitalization Center.
Tune the functions of the architecture of the information platform
which was researched and developed from FY2012 to FY2015.
Further, organize the design documents, user manuals, and library.
In addition, organize and manage the demonstration results of thevarious reference projects and demonstrator systems promoted by
the research institutes such as AIST, Fukushima University, etc.
toward implementation. Use these outputs to promote thedevelopment of software developers for the region's renewableenergy field, the continued output of R&D talent, and theestablishment of an interdisciplinary collaboration platform.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)…
As part of the MEXT subsidy project “Regional Innovation
Strategic Support Program,” research on smart-grid informationbase was promoted in the reusable energy field.
[reprint #85]

Having been selected for the MEXT "Regional Innovation
Strategy Support Program" in August, 2014, we have invitedresearchers with the knowledge and expertise needed to researchand develop renewable energy. With FY2016 being the final yearof the project, we will promote initiatives aiming at expanding theactual users （reference development support, etc.). Tune thefunctions of the architecture of the information platform which
was researched and developed from FY2012 to FY2015. Further,
organize the design documents, user manuals, and library. In
addition, organize and manage the demonstration results of thevarious reference projects and demonstrator systems promoted by
the research institutes such as AIST, Fukushima University, etc.
toward implementation. Use these outputs to promote thedevelopment of software developers for the region's renewableenergy field, the continued output of R&D talent, and theestablishment of an interdisciplinary collaboration platform[reprint].

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For contributing to support toward revitalization and recovery
from the Great East Japan Earthquake, we have been continuously
implementing research on use of reusable energy. Therefore theplan is expected to be completed as its original.
[reprint #85]

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The R&D system built for the field of renewable energy,
FY2017 was the last year of the the MEXT subsidy project
established by the MEXT-subsidy project “Program for Supporting“Regional Innovation Strategic Support Program” (started from
August 2012). We handled functional tuning of architecture ofRegional Innovation Strategy” (Project term: FY2012-2016), will
smart-grid information base, and classification of design
be maintained continuously. University-business-government
specifications, user manual, and library. And the AIST, Fukushima collaboration of other universities and companies in Fukushima
prefecture will be promoted. In order to revitalize Fukushima
University, etc. were in the collaboration and we worked on
prefecture, the Revitalization Center will take the core role inclassifying and summarizing experimental results of existingreference project and verification system. We established interresearch, etc. in the field of renewable energy sources, big-data
field collaboration platform aiming at fostering software engineers analysis, and cloud infrastructure. Research related toand researchers continuously in the field of reusable energy in the revitalization following the disaster by using ICT will be promoted
region. The project received "A" as the finishing evaluation from [reprint #85]
MEXT in March, 2019.
For revitalization of Fukushima prefecture, the Revitalization
Center played the main role. The center conducted research on
reusable energy field, analysis on big data, use of cloud platform,
and many others related to ICT for revitalization.
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a. Innovative Computing
Research and development of advanced technology, especially
key components for supercomputers, such as parallel processing,compiler, Graphical Processing Unit (GPU), etc.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Since the strategic research high performance computing has
We performed research and development of advanced
technology, especially key components for supercomputers, such many achievement, and becomes more important direction, it has
as parallel processing, compiler, Graphical Processing Unit
been selected and upgraded to CAIST ARC-HPC as a research(GPU), energy efficient processor for high performance computing cluster based on strict criterion of CAIST, since 2015. Based on
system, and several applications of parallel computing platforms the achievement of FY 2012~2015, as well as achievement of2016 and plan of 2017, which can be referred in cluster
notably GPUs. We have worked on join projects funded bynational agencies, and published our achievement in international achievement 2016 and 2017 of CAIST ARC-HPC. We can expectthat the Mid-term plan will be realized. The achievement will be
conferences and Journals.
contribution to the academic society, to the advanced education,
to the industry, and to the local region. See CAIST ARC-HPC
report and plan for details.

a. Innovative Computing*This research activity has been conducted at CAIST ARC-HPC
Refer to A-(v)"d-2 Aizu Research Cluster for High Performance
Computing" for detailes.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to A-(v) d-3 Aizu Research Cluster for High Performance
Computing" for details.

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Research and verification for “Internet of Things (IoT)”, a future
form of the Internet, which will enable us to communicate withand control “things”(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Refer to A-(v) d-3 Aizu Research Cluster for High Performance
Computing" for details.

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Based on the achievement of FY 2012~2015, achievement of
We mainly worked on “Internet of Things (IoT)”, by developing
new models and methods, opening new course, getting outside
2016, and plan of 2017, we can expect that the Mid-term plan will
be realized. The achievement will be contributions to the academic
funding, and publishing papers in international conferences andJournals. A fund by JST-NSF (Japan-US) has been achieved on the society, the advanced education, the industry, and the local region.
theme of Disaster and Big Data. We also worked on a variety ofMore specifically, a new graduate school course “Selected Topics
IoT areas, including smart town/home, wearable devices, adaptive of Future Internet” has been opened and taught every year. The
communication systems, and big data based anti-disaster systems. Japan-US collaborative research funded by JST-NSF has beenworking on anti-disaster network construction based on big data,
which is the most significant research topic from the academic andpractical point of views. Some papers on IoT have got the Best
Paper Award in international conference and highly impacted
Journal, which attracted the attention of the world. We plan tocontinue and promote the project to achieve some theoreticalresearch and in the same time to achieve practical results by
experiment and developing prototype for anti-disaster research.
Integration and connection of IoT areas such as wearable devices,
adaptive networks, and anti-disaster systems will also be
considered.

b. Advanced Network Technology
Conduct research and verification for “Internet of Things (IoT)”, a
future form of the Internet, which will enable people tocommunicate with and control “things”. Specially, the following
topics shall be investigated: Smartphone-based Disaster Relief
Applications, IoT with Big Data, Internet of Robots, and Wearable
Computing . Related projects shall develop new techniques on (1)emergency communications networks for monitoring andproviding assistance to disaster-affected areas, (2) energy efficientsolutions for smartphones, and (3) RFID-assisted smart home forhealth monitoring using Big Data Analytics (BDA).

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
New wearable devices were developed for wearable computing,
Cross layer network design for effective communication was
designed, and architecture and algorithms for anti-disasteremergency networks have been designed.

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Conduct research and verification for “Internet of Things (IoT)”,a future form of the Internet, which will help enable the smart
environments for people (e.g. smart homes, smart cities).
Specially, the following topics shall be investigated: Smartphonebased Disaster Relief Applications, IoT with Big Data, Internet of
Robots, and Wearable Computing. Related projects shall continue
to develop new techniques on emergency information networks formonitoring disaster-affected areas and enabling computation
efficient, Big Data Analytics, computation-efficient Big Data
Analytics, and RFID-assisted smart supermarket for citizen.

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Research and construction of an application platform in multipurpose distributed environment for various applications by
combination of heterogeneous software and information
components(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We had been working on research and construction of an
Based on the achievement of FY 2012~2015, achievement ofapplication platform in multi-purpose distributed environment for 2016, and plan of 2017, we can expect that the Mid-term plan will
various applications by combination of heterogeneous software
be realized. New software design patterns and programming inand information components, including advanced software design pictures will promote software design and development, and give apatterns, human-centric design patterns, service-oriented
fundamental for further advanced research and education. The
architecture, Tsunami Modeling tools and e-Learning Arena,
tsunami propagation computation and robots control technology
programming in pictures, service-based representation of robot
based on the new methods and software technologies willcontrol systems, etc.
contribute to industry and society.
We had been working on research and construction of an
application platform in multi-purpose distributed environment forvarious applications by combination of heterogeneous softwareand information components, including advanced software design
patterns, human-centric design patterns, service-oriented
architecture, Tsunami Modeling tools and e-Learning Arena,
programming in pictures, service-based and visual representationof robot control systems, etc.
We have developed a new software design methodology named
Virtual Model-View-Controller (V-MVC) design patterns
providing efficient integration of software components. Based on
this methodology, the original multi-grid algorithm andcorresponding software has been designed and tested for thetsunami propagation computations from the initial source to thecoastline. The developed software allows also investigating theinfluence of underwater natural and artificial objects on tsunami
waves. In addition, the architecture and internal model of *AIDA
language have been reconstructed to promote “programming inpictures” software development methodology. Some robots control
software was also developedc. Advanced Software Technology
Conduct research and development of a set of platforms
combining service-oriented architecture and visual languages
which enable people to create information resources for different
activities including software development as well as research andeducation including researches on modeling tools, advanced userinterfaces and e-learning services. A set of related projects will be
implemented in framework on designing a programming
environment for service-oriented robot control systems, effective
and convenient visual programming tools as well as tsunami
modeling tools that enable to evaluate influence of underwater
objects on tsunami wave parameters.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In 2016, a novel architecture for hybrid language systems whichhave advantages of both textual expressions and visual notations,has been developed. Internal features and language constructs of*AIDA visual programming language have been extended and thelanguage has been applied to a large-scale fluid dynamics
simulations. Tsunami modeling subsystem was designed
supporting numerical experiments with natural and artificial
bathymetry components in order to control the tsunami wave
height by underwater artificial objects as well as provide studying
features of the natural bathymetry. The last research is
implementing in cooperation with the Innovative Computing
cluster.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Conduct research and development of a set of systems whichenable people to integrate information resources for different
activities including software design, research and education basedon service-oriented modeling tools, advanced user interfaces ande-learning services.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We had conducted research of cloud concept that provides
information and application services for users by utilizing widespread computing resources on the Internet. Specifically,advanced intelligent infrastructure for secure cloud service has
been researched. To show the feasibility and performance of the
proposal, we design and utilize prototype services of the proposed
infrastructure. The project has been promoted by collaboration
with Fukushima Regional Innovation project, Innovation fromcollaboration between industry and academia.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Since the strategic research cloud computing has many
achievements, and becomes more important direction, it has been
selected and upgraded to CAIST as a research cluster ARC-Cloudbased on strict criterion of CAIST, since 2015. Based on theachievement of FY 2012~2015, as well as achievement of 2016
and plan of 2017, which can be referred in cluster achievement
2016 and 2017 of CAIST. We can expect that the Mid-term plan
will be realized. The achievement will be contribution to theacademic society, to the advanced education, to the industry, andto the local region. See CAIST report and plan for details. The
proposed platform has many possible applications, e.g. Smart
Grid, healthcare information infrastructure, energy management
systems, etc.

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Research and verification of cloud concept that information
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Refer to A-(v)"d-2 Aizu Research Cluster for Cloud" for detailes.

（v） Emphasized fields at the Research Center for Advanced
Information Science and Technology (CAIST)a(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
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Information Science and Technology (CAIST)91
Cluster
Leadera. Aizu Research Cluster for Space Science (ARC-Space)
Serve as a hub institute which provides software forgeoinformatics, geographic information system (GIS) and probe
assistance used in the space frontier project in the field of spacedevelopment of Japan, by utilization of our University’s
innovativeness in information science.

ab(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to A-(v) d-2 Aizu Research Cluster for cloud" for details.

a. Aizu Research Cluster for Space Science (ARC-Space)
Aim to serve as a hub institute which provides software forgeoinformatics, geographic information system (GIS) and probe
assistance used in the space frontier project in the field of spacedevelopment of Japan, by utilization of our University’s
innovativeness in information science. We also try to monitor
volcanic activities of Mt. Azuma in Fukushima by means of SAR(Synthetic Aperture Radar) analysis with Earth Observation
Satellite according to emergent request from Tohoku Univ. andEarthquake Research Inst., Univ. of Tokyo.

Cluster
Leaderb. Aizu Research Cluster for Local Environment and Informatics(ARC-Environment)
Promotion of research on innovative environmental informatics
and development of environment prediction technology withcombination of environmental science (meteorology,
water/atmosphere science, etc.), seeking coexistence with thenatural environment and realization of the comfortable andconvenient “sustainable information society”b* The research has been conducted as an activity of a laboratory
not as a CAIST activity since FY2015.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)# Approved Projects: Hayabusa2, TANPOPO, SLIM, MMX, etc.
We have accomplished expected-overachived results.
# MOU w/JAXA for Archive Science (2016.1)# Adopting a concept of Lunar and Planetary Data Center in UoA
on the list of Master Plan 2014 approved by Science Council ofJapan(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Joining Space Projects (Hayabusa2, TANPOPO, SLIM, MMX,
etc.)
Invitation to Satellite Analysis Group in the Coordinating
Committee for Prediction of Volcanic Eruption and Integrated
Program for Next Generation Volcano Research and Human
Resource Development.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Aim to serve as a hub institute which provides software forgeoinformatics, geographic information system (GIS) and remotesensing used for frontier projects in the field of space developmentof Japan, by utilization of our University’s innovativeness in
information science. This cluster contributes to various space
exploration programs in cooperation with otheragecies/universities, on the basis of the MOU between Japan
Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and UoA. Additional
activity is researches/developments for monitoring Azuma
volcanoes in Fukushima by means of SAR (Synthetic Aperture
Radar) analysis with Earth Observation Satellite as members of thesatellite analysis group of the Meteorological Agency Eruption
Predictive Liaison Committee.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)# Implemented local forecast system for solar power fluctuations
in collaboration with Fujitsu Corporation., Japan# Developed downscaling technologies and applications forsocietal benefit in collaboration with JAMSTEC, Japan, APEC
Climate Center, Korea and Indian Institute of TropicalMeteorology, India(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Toward the realization of the comfortable and convenient"sustainable information society," several research projects havebeen developed to the stage of practical implementation, and arebeing continued in the home laboratory. As such, we conclude that
we have achieved the plan.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We performed collaboration research with companies medical
institutions and made satisfying achivements.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We have nearly accomplished the expected results.

Ａcc. Aizu Research Cluster for Medical Engineering and Information(ARC-Medical)
Promotion of research applications of engineering and informatics
to medicine and biomedical science and its related fields by taking
advantage of our University’s strength in the field of information
science, in cooperation with Fukushima Medical University andother educational/research institutes, medical institutes,
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cc. Aizu Research Cluster for Biomedical Engineering (ARC-BME)* The title was changed from FY2015.
The main research are the medicine-engineering collaboration
research in the cardiovascular field including (1) Fukushima
Medical University in cardiac arrhythmias detection and cardiac
CT image analysis; (2) Tohoku University in atrial fibrillation
detection and analysis; (3) Fukuoka University in TRPM family
Ion channel; (4) Toho University in computer simulation of
implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, industries, and international
institutions.
In addition, we will apply for external research funds including
JSPS Grant-in-aid fund and SCOPE, and train undergraduate andgraduate students and mentor postdocs.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Collaboration research was performed with Fukushima Medical
Besides traditional research in cardiovascular medicine, we will
University Aizu Medical Center, Toho University, and Fukuoka
start the research on computer-aided diagnosis for digestive system
University. We obtained 2 financial support support from Nakatani cancer.
Foundation and SIMPLEX QUANTUM Corp. We also organized In addition to strengthen the collaborations with otheran international conference BigHealth2016.
organizations, we will apply for Grant-in-aid research fund,
SCOPE research fund, ministry research fund, and cultivate
undergraduate and graduate students as well as postdoc
researchers.
*The main research projects are: (1) Study on computer-aided
diagnosis for colorectal and biliary tract cancer (collaboration with
Aizu Medical Center); (2) study on TRPM family ion channel(collaboration with Fukuoka University); (3) study on thecomputer simulation of implantable cardioverter-defibrillator(collaboration with Toho University); (4) Study on the practicalimplementation of sleep monitoring system (collaboration withseveral nursing home in Fukushima Prefecture; (5) Convenient
biomedical information (ECG, body temperature, pulse wave,
blood pressure, and respiration) measurement system for home
care.

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Leaderd. Promote research projects that contribute to the revitalizationand meet demands of the local community, such as robotics andinformation engineering.

d(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Arc-Robot starts in 2016. A plan for 2016 is to introduce andpromote robot middleware in our robot project, and contribute to
robot standardization.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For promoting the revitalization and contributing to the local
community from the side of robotics and information engineering,
we have developed a set of robot software in robot middleware, as
well as we made a series of lectures for robot middleware.

d-1 Aizu Research Cluster for Robotics and Information
Engineering
We contribute to the development of robot technologies from the
aspect of information processing by distributing our developing
information processing methods to the public as an open softtware
library. In this year, we develop control, sensor, and interface
software for disaster respond robots and drones.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We have worked almost as planned: We have developed an
Following the activities continuing from the last year, we develop
information system for connecting heterogeneous robots anda set of robot software components, in particular for disaster
implemented with robot middleware. We have opend our software respond robots, drones, sensor handling, interface, in the format oflibrary and distributed our developed robot software. We opend a robot middleware, and make them public through our robot
series of lectures for robot educations, three for beginners, and one software library. In addition, we address collaboration amongfor developpers.
multiple heterogeneous robots as a main research topic in thisyear, and we develop an integrated robot data management system
for them, as well as demonstrate the system with actual robots.

d-2 Aizu Research Cluster for Cloud
93-1
AY 2016 is the last year of the Fukushima Prefcture Innovation
Cluster
Project
Leaderwhich is a core project of ARC-Cloud. We will review the 5
outputs of the 5 year project in order to the outcome forsustainable induction of regional innovations.
We also will extend the proposed intelligent infrastructure andrelated systems for cloud computing and intelligent networking
which can help the integration and fusion in the cloud of
cybernetics (including robotics, sensors, controllers, andmechatronics), computing, and messaging. The proposed
messaging infrastructure will be implemented and the performanceof the whole infrastructure will be evaluated. The applications for
Smart Grid, Energy Management Systems, Regional Healthcare
Information Infrastructure, Regional Information and Local
Knowledge Infrastructure, and their related services and systems
will be studied in more details.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Four journal papers and four peer-reviewed international
As the successful completion of the Fukushima Regional
conference papers were published or accepted. Three other journal Innovation Project (MEXT-supported, FY2012-2016), we utilize
papers are under review. We also read eleven papers in domestic our intelligent infrastructure technology for promoting smart gridconferences. In the year, our cloud infrastructure so called
solutions. We support organizations in adopting our Smart Grid
messaging infrastructure was enhanced, several reference
Visualization System and continue with our research on dataapplications were implemented, and the performance evaluation
analysis and visualization for sensor networks.
demonstrated its efficiency. We made a major contribution to the
In this year, we also put emphasis on information security
Fukushima Regional Innovation project and the project wastechnology and conduct research on network monitoring andsuccessfully completed at the end of the FY. In this project, four
software vulnerability management and develop systems for
sub-projects including joint research with universities and AIST
automation. Also, we aim to apply our security technology to theare conducted and the collaboration is continued in the next year. fields of IoT and robot. In addition to the research, we contribute
We have started new projects in the field of IoT, including
to develop outstanding human resource in the field.
messaging infrastructure and security for robots and in-vehicle
infotainment (IVI) systems. In conclusion, we achieved research
objectives expected at the begging of FY2016.

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We will investigate, evaluate and design new energy efficient
Cluster
processor architectures for high performance computing system.
LeaderFurthermore, we will study efficient usage of GPUs and PEZY-SC
processors for the following problems; implementation andevaluation of the high precision integrals, large-scale simulationsin astrophysics, acceleration of tsunami-modeling, and matrixbased parallel algorithms.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)…
As part of the MEXT subsidy project “Regional Innovation
Strategic Support Program,” research on smart-grid informationbase was promoted in the reusable energy field.
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acquisition of patent rights and technology transfer, while
effectively managing intellectual property belonging to the
University.

（vii） Promote patent filing of research seeds. At the same time,effectively manage intellectual property belonging to the
University and promote technology transfer of University-owned
patents by matching research seeds with the needs of companies
and by introducing research seeds to companies by leveraging theopportunities provided by presenting at exhibitions, participationin JST-organized New Technology Presentation Meetings, etc.

（viii） Aim to increase the number of papers accepted by majorinternational conferences and major journals on a continuing basis
within the period of the Mid-term Goals for the 2nd term.

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For contributing to support toward revitalization and recovery
from the Great East Japan Earthquake, we have been continuously
implementing research on use of reusable energy. Therefore theplan is expected to be completed as its original.
[reprint #85]

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The R&D system built for the field of renewable energy,
FY2017 was the last year of the the MEXT subsidy project
established by the MEXT-subsidy project “Program for Supporting“Regional Innovation Strategic Support Program” (started from
Regional Innovation Strategy” (Project term: FY2012-2016), will
August 2012). We handled functional tuning of architecture of
be maintained continuously. University-business-government
smart-grid information base, and classification of design
specifications, user manual, and library. And the AIST, Fukushima collaboration of other universities and companies in Fukushima
prefecture will be promoted. In order to revitalize Fukushima
University, etc. were in the collaboration and we worked onclassifying and summarizing experimental results of existing
prefecture, the Revitalization Center will take the core role inreference project and verification system. We established interresearch, etc. in the field of renewable energy sources, big-data
field collaboration platform aiming at fostering software engineers analysis, and cloud infrastructure. Research related toand researchers continuously in the field of reusable energy in the revitalization following the disaster by using ICT will beregion. The project received "A" as the finishing evaluation from promoted.
MEXT in March, 2019.
[reprint #85]
For revitalization of Fukushima prefecture, the Revitalization
Center played the main role. The center conducted research on
reusable energy field, analysis on big data, use of cloud platform,
and many others related to ICT for revitalization.
[reprint #85]

Innovation Strategy Support Program" in August, 2014, we haveinvited researchers with the knowledge and expertise needed toresearch and develop renewable energy. Tune the functions of thearchitecture of the information platform which was researched anddeveloped from FY2012 to FY2015. Further, organize the design
documents, user manuals, and library. In addition, organize andmanage the demonstration results of the varuious reference
projects and demonstrator systems promoted by the research
instittues such as AIST, Fukushima University, etc. toward
implementation. Use these outputs to promote the development ofsoftware developers for the region's renewable energy field, thecontinued output of R&D talent, and the establishment of aninterdisciplinary collaboration platform [reprint].

（vii） Heighten market value of research achievements through(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We have optimized parallel programs for Tsunami modeling for
We will investigate, evaluate and design new energy efficient
GPUs and we have jointly worked with Prof. Sano (Tohoku Univ.) processor architectures for high performance computing system.
to design and evaluate Tsunami modeling systems on
Furthermore, we will study efficient usage of GPUs, PEZY-SC
reconfigurable systems. We did publish the work on white dwarf processors and FPGA for the following problems; implementation
merger simulations. In summary, our team has published 2 journal and evaluation of the high precision integrals, large-scale
papers, 2 international conference papers.
simulations in astrophysics, acceleration of tsunami-modeling,
applications of machine learning, and auto-tuning techniques.

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Along with twenty six cases of patent filing, participation to
exhibitions resulted in one case of patent-right transfer and ten
cases of patent licensing contracts.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The plans are expected to be realized.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We filed ten cases (yoy+1) of patent rights and copy rights. We
concluded a patent licensing contract (yoy-1.)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Promote patent filing of research seeds. At the same time,effectively manage intellectual property belonging to the
University and promote technology transfer of University-owned
patents by matching research seeds with the needs of companies
and by introducing research seeds to companies by leveraging theopportunities provided by presenting at exhibitions, participationin Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)-organized New
Technology Presentation Meetings, etc.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Support was provided to faculty members upon creating
documents.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The plans are expected to be realized.

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Support faculty in applying for research projects.

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B The Junior College（i） Regarding innovative research fields requiring cross-disciplinary(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Support was provided to faculty members upon creating
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efforts, recognize them as priority fields, establish support systems
and improve R&D environment thereto.

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Regarding innovative research fields requiring cross-disciplinary
efforts, recognize them as priority fields, establish support systems
and improve R&D environment thereto.

Provide assistance in participation in international conferences byfaculty members, and in organizing international workshops,
symposiums, and international conferences at the University, inorder to publicize and share research results with society.

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(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(i-1) In order to deepen education of specialized courses, carry out(a-1) In order to deepen educational courses, fundamental andboth fundamental and applied research in relevant fields.
applied studies were conducted in relevant fields.
(a-2) Fundamental research in each field was released as a form of (i-2) Compile research results in the form of "JCD Researchbulletin or the Research Seeds Collection on the UoA website. The Proceedings" and "Collection of Research Seeds." Utilize them forChildhood Education Department issued a departmental research local revitalization in collaboration with each of specialized
paper collection; “Childhood Education Research.” These
research fields and local communities and companies.
(i-3) Through the "local practical research project" conducted atmaterials are available online for contributing on regional
revitalization and collaborations with local society and companies. the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities, look for a(a-3) Through various projects implemented by the Local
possibility of collaboration with the industry and government.
Revitalization Center under industry-government-citizen
Conduct a practical research based on student participation tocollaboration, we put our effort on local revitalization aiming at
solve local issues in an effort to rejuvenate local communities.
solving local issues using student-centered practicallearning/practical education. Using the Local Practical Research
Project, research on possibility of further proactive local
collaboration was promoted.

both fundamental and applied research in relevant fields.
(a-2) Compile research results in the form of "JCD Research
Proceedings," "Collection of Research Seeds"and "Early
Childhood Education Research" published in AY 2015, and post
them on the JCD's website, etc. Utilize them for local revitalizationin collaboration with local communities and companies.
(a-3) Through the "local practical research project" of the Center
for Rejuvenation of Local Communities, look for a possibility ofcollaboration with industries and governments. Conduct apractical research based on student participation to solve local
issues in an effort to rejuvenate local communities.

a

Ｂ(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Fundamental research in each field was summarized and released We established the Local Practical Research Project. We workedon the UoA website as a form of bulletin or the Research Seeds
on publicity of research achievements. Faculty members areCollection. Promoting matching of research needs and seeds
putting their efforts on a wide range of collaboration projects every
through industry-government-academia collaboration, practical
fiscal year in order to solve local issues. We have maintained our
education was provided at each department for local collaboration stance to endeavor research aiming at solving local issues.
projects. We established the Local Practical Research Projectaiming at facilitating hands-on research environment toward localcollaboration-based solution.

（i） (a-1) In order to deepen education of specialized courses, carry out

C C The University of Aizu and the Junior College（i） (i) The University of Aizu

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Support faculty in applying for research projects.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We newly set revitalization support category (from FY2012 to
The plans are expected to be realized.
FY2014) in competitive research fund; an internal research fund.
We also supported management of CAIST such as procedures forselecting members.

Support cross-disciplinary research initiatives, especially those of
the Research Center for Advanced Information Science andTechnology (CAIST). Further, support research and development
initiatives conducted by the University of Aizu Revitalization
Center that contribute toward Fukushima's revitalization.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We offered support for acquisition of external funds and interinstitute collaboration in order for the research promotion of
CAIST.

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Support cross-disciplinary research initiatives, especially those of
the Research Center for Advanced Information Science andTechnology (CAIST). Further, support research and development
initiatives conducted by the University of Aizu Revitalization
Center that contribute toward Fukushima's revitalization.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
31 international conferences (10 in FY2012, 8 in FY2013, 6 in
Organizing more than 35 conferences within the mid-term plan
FY2014, and 7 in FY 2015) were organized. Participants of these period, we have published research achievements. As such, theconferences include Nobel awardee(s), too. Therefore the place
plans are expected to be achieved.
has been an excellent place for releasing research. It has generated
contribution to society.

77ｂ（ii） (ii) The Junior Collegea(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In regards to international conferences and workshops organized
In FY2016, five international conferences, etc. were supported.
by faculty members, provide support with visa application
For effective and smooth conduct of administrative procedure,
guideline was reviewed and eligibility to receive financial support procedures and payment of travel and excursion expenses, etc. as
needed to invite well-known researchers, etc., improving
was clarified.
Furthermore providing press with information, we tried our best to international academic exchange as well as the conveyance of
academic information domestically and internationally. At therelease information externally. We had participants fromuniversities, companies, and local municipals which are oursame time, inflow and outflow of people will be increased byholding international conferences, etc. at UoA facilities. Moreover
partners of joint research in addition to educational/research
relevant people from international academic societies. A wide
it enables us to promote the attractiveness and characteristics ofFukushima prefecture, Aizu-Wakamatsu and the UoA.
range of research achievements were released to externally andinternally.

In regards to international conferences and workshops organizedby faculty members, provide support with visa application
procedures and payment of travel and excursion expenses, etc. as
needed to invite well-known researchers, etc., improving
international academic and research excahange as well as theconveyance of academic information domestically andinternationally. At the same time, actively convey theattractiveness of Fukushima prefecture, Aizu region and the UoA
by holding international conferences, etc. at UoA facilities.

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（ii） (ⅱ)The Junior College
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Through utilization of human resources, promote research
projects having distinctive features.

a(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Every fiscal year, we engaged in unique activities which fully use Following the plan, proactive cooperation and collaboration were
strengths of each specialty as cooperation/collaboration projects
attempted. Each project seems to achieve the plan.
with relevant organization in the region (Industry, government,
citizen, academia.) The major projects include 1) Let’s Get Fit by
Delicious “Dietary” from Fukushima project, 2) Fukushima
prefectural project “Student-centered Revitalization of Rural
Community, 3) Aizu Town Art Project, and 4) Green Tourism
Project. There include local health and industrial matters as well as
mid- mountainy areas. Project for hands-on research in the region
was established. Local collaboration of needs and seeds waspromoted in addition to project concurrent collaboration project.
Future achievements in research/educational activities are
expected.

(a-1) Utilizing the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities"local practical research project", collaborate with industry andgovernment. Taking up issues closely related to local
characteristics and promote research projects based on cooperation
with other departments.
(a-2) Update and enhance the "Collection of Research Seeds" and"List of Off-campus Public Lectures and Introduction of
Lecturers" and work on promotion of research projects.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a-1) We handled the Shoku Behavior Actual State Grasp Survey
Result Summary and Analysis Duties, Fukushima prefecture
University Students Skills Utilized for Shuraku Revitalization
Project, Aizu Machi Naka Art Project, Aizu Urushi Art Festival
2016, and Green Tourism Project.
(a-2) Research Seeds Collection and Outreach Class Lecturer
Introduction and Class List were updated online. Local
Revitalizatin Center Operational Promotion Meeting Committee
Member (38 groups derived from private and public sectors) were
provided with these materials.

78(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a-1) Utilizing the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities"local practical research project", collaborate with industry andgovernment. Taking up issues closely related to local
characteristics and promote research projects based on cooperation
with other departments in different fields.
(a-2) Update and enhance the "Collection of Research Seeds" and"List of Off-campus Public Lectures and Introduction of
Lecturers" and work on promotion of research projects.

3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

2. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Research

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
Item 2. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding Researchsibility)(2) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
improvement of systems, etc. for promotion of research
Ａ

Ａ The University of Aizu（i）

In order to connect research activities and society systematicallyand strategically, with the UBIC as a core organization, promote
projects with high social needs and obtain external research funds
proactively.

MID-TERM(2) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
improvement of systems, etc. for promotion of research
Ａ

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ANNUALＡ

MID-TERM

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0

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8

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0

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0

ANNUAL

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0

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8

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0

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0

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The “Matching” by fulltime faculty in UBIC and technicalsession for companies were organized.
External fundunit: M JPY
FY2012
approx. 97（ii） At the Research Center for Advanced Information Science andTechnology (CAIST), improve research environment throughassignment of faculty members in a cross-laboratory manner andintroduction of external funding, for example. In each cluster,
conduct pioneering research and research corresponding to social
needs.

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Ａ The University of Aizu
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（i）

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MID-TERM

Proactively aim to continue acquiring external funds by promoting
the matching between research seeds and the needs from theindustry conducted by UBIC faculty, and by creating andpromoting social needs-oriented projects in collaboration with the
UoA Revitalization Center.

FY2013
approx. 85

FY2014
approx. 83

FY2015approx. 67(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We participated into exhibitions held by municipals in theprefecture. We have put our effort on “matching” of IoT (Internetof Things) technology in manufacturing industry.
External fund FY2016 approx.132M JPY

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The plans are expected to be realized.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Proactively aim to continue acquiring external funds bypromoting the matching between research seeds and the needsfrom the industry conducted by UBIC faculty, and by creating andpromoting social needs-oriented projects in collaboration with the
UoA Revitalization Center.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
CAIST is taking advantage of the leading-edge ICT platform in
Achievement is mostly accomplished as expected in Mid-term
all computer science and engineering fields, and is striving toPlans.
establish an R&D hub, in parallel with promoting R&D to meet
diverse social needs and proactively collaborating with externalorganizations, including universities, companies and research
institutes. Interdisciplinary research teams "cluster" wererespectively established to enhance five fields of research,
Robotics, Space Science, Biomedical Engineering, Cloud
Networking and High Performance Computing. Research projects
supported by various financial resources are conducted to meetsocietal pressing needs, to contribute to local development and tocreate new businesses.

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（ii）

The Research Center for Advanced Information Science andTechnology (CAIST) will form five clusters of the core faculty
members vigorously involved in each specialized field that extends
beyond the borders of existing laboratories. There, bring inexternal and internal R&D funding, and engage in industryacademia-government collaboration and interdisciplinary
collaborative research. Through this, promote the return of the
fruits of academia to society, as well as contribution to industry.
By doing this, aim to develop scientific technology, a new body ofknowledge that meets the needs from society, to develop new
industries, and to foster the next generation of talent.

（iii） Based on the University of Aizu Intellectual Property Strategy,(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
There are five clusters active in FY2016. We were striving to
CAIST constitutes clusters in five fields selected by following thebring in grants from external and internal financial resources, tostrategical policy in management and development of theengage in industry-academia-government collaboration andUniversity of Aizu. Each cluster is led by a leader and a sub-leader
interdisciplinary collaborative projects, and finally to cast our
who have demonstrated outstanding comprehensive
academic outcomes into shape. The main implementations areachievements.. CAIST is striving to acquire large-scale research
listed below:
funds to conduct research in multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary
1. Enhancement of the exhibition corner to demonstrate our R&D domains through collaboration with industry, academia andoutcomes;
municipal community. These activities do not only enrich our
2. Acquirement of 62 million grants from internal and external
research outcomes, but also enhance social and industrial
financial resources to nourish our R&D activities;
contributions of academic communities by developing outcomes to
3. Establishment of a new website to advertise CAIST morea practical level, aiming to establish new knowledge for science
effectively;
and technology development to meet human society needs, create
4. Unification of the procedure of annual evaluation andnew industries and nurture human resources of the nextcompetitive research grant application to improve our workflow
generation.
and efficiency;
5. Host of domestic and international conferences (symposiums) tohighlight our presence and academic community contribution;
6. Cooperation with industry-academia-government ininterdisciplinary domain to commit our social contribution.

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enhance the system to provide University faculty with instructions,advice and/or consultation regarding intellectual property, in orderto promote patent application resulting from faculty’s researchseeds and effectively manage intellectual property belonging to the
University.

（iii） Help deepen faculty's understanding of intellectual property(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The above-mentioned consultation system was maintained.
Twelve cases of patent and copy rights were implemented. The
Duty-related Invention Examination Committee decided
maintenance, etc. of patents. We managed and operated IP.

through instruction, advice and/or consultation provided by UBIC,
promote patent applications of research seeds and effectively
manage/operate intellectual property belonging to the University.

（iv） Allocate internal research funds, taking into account research

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fields regarded as emphasized goals of the University.

Ｂ

Ｂ The Junior College（iv）

For research in the fields designated as prioritized areas in the
Mid-term Plans, set up a special allocation categories incompetitive research funds (General Category, Mid-term Plan
Category, University-Business Collaboration Category, CAIST
Category). After careful selection of research themes, allocate
funds to appropriate research.

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Ｂ The Junior College

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Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Consultation system was facilitated under cooperation with UBIC The plans are expected to be realized.
faculty members and IP advisor. In the period, 26 cases were
proposed. The Duty-related Invention Examination Committee
decided maintenance, etc. of patents. We managed and operated
IP.
(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Help deepen faculty's understanding of intellectual property
through instruction, advice and/or consultation provided by UBIC,
promote patent applications of research seeds and effectively
manage/operate intellectual property belonging to the University.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
From FY2012 to 2014, new revitalization support waku was
The plans are expected to be realized.
installed within the competitive research fund. And in FY2015,
CAIST division was newly established. The proposal amount was
set at the maximum.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Research themes using robots and LICTiA’s cloud were selected For research in the fields designated as prioritized areas in theas industry-academia collaboration division. And The said
Mid-term Plans, set up a special allocation categories indivision’s maximum proposal amount was increased.
competitive research funds (General Category, Mid-term Plan
Category, University-Business Collaboration Category, CAIST
Category). After careful selection of research themes, allocate
funds to appropriate research. Also, a special category ofstrategical research funds will be newly added.

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In order to support research which can flexibly respond todiversifying needs, review the support organization/system andresearch schemes, and create the environment which promotes
effective and efficient research activities.

（i）Centering on the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities,
try to create organizations/systems/research schemes to flexibly
respond to diversifying local needs, in order to contribute todevelopment of local communities in cooperation with industry,
government and citizens. Utilizing "local practical research
project"to enrich a system to discover needs of the local
community.

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（ii） Review the research schemes, in order to fully make use of theCollege’s wide-ranging fields of specialization, including studies
on industry, management, designing, information, environments,
local administration, nutrition, cookery, health and welfare,childcare and nursing care, etc.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to assist development of the region by industrygovernment-citizen-academia cooperation/collaboration, use theregional practice research project. Establishing a system for
figuring out local needs, the Local Revitalization Center will
mainly facilitate research environment, organization, and system
which can flexibly handle various needs from the local society.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Under what we did by FY2015, we shared project research andlocal issues, and local collaboration. Accordingly, the university
promoted research intended to solve such issues. July and August
used to be the busiest time for the Kid’s College. By extending its
period, we improved the style of revitalization support.

account societal changes including revitalization support, flexibly
operate research schemes towards resolution of issues, while
discussing how to utilize project research fully making use of theCollege’s wide-ranging fields of specialization, and how to share
local issues and promote local collaboration.

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internal competitive research system and outside training
programs.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In order to assist research on various needs, we have been putting
our efforts on facilitating an environment where various researches
can be implemented effectively and efficiently. The plan seems to
be fulfilled.

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Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Based on FY2012 internal competitive research fundWe have surely reviewing research system which enables(Revitalization waku), the research system was enhanced. FY2013 effective use of the wide range of specialty fields in JCD. The midwas the year we attempted flexible framework among departments term plan seems to be achieved.
for the project of the Local Revitalization Center. Starting from
FY2015, internal competitive research fund was integrated. The
local hands-on research project was founded. Furthermore wehave been working on enrichment of research environment.

（ii） By utilizing "local practical research project" etc. and taking into（iii） In order to support faculty’s superior activities, improve the(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
For grasping various needs of local society accurately andhandling them flexibly, operational method of the Local
Revitalization Center was examined. Committee members
exchanged their opinions on local issues at the Operational
Promotion Meeting. Each issue was indicated to UoA faculty
members. Possibility of collaboration projects was questioned.
“Matching” of needs and seeds was attempted. From this fiscal
year, the Local Hands-on Research Project started. As well asconcurrent collaboration projects, achievements inresearch/educational activities were generated.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
So as to use a wide range of specialty field groups which the JCD
has, share local issues promote local collaboration, use the internal
competitive research funds and the regional practice research
project, and enrich the research environment.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The internal competitive research system selected 36 cases ofWithin the internal competitive research system, the strategic
research in four years including the strategic research fund newly research fund was newly established and expanded therevitalization waku.
established in FY2014 and the revitalization waku in FY2012.
Three faculty members used the external training scheme in order Three faculty members used the external training scheme in order
to work on survey and research in domestic universities so as toto work on survey and research in domestic universities so as toimprove abilities, etc. of teaching/research.
improve abilities, etc. of teaching/research.

（iii） Support the development of faculty’s research ability with the off-

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The internal competitive research system selected eight cases ofresearch. Reduction of virus infection risk based on dietarychanges of carbohydrate in body, revitalization of the area nearby
the Okutadami/Tadami line, and fundamental survey for supports
for life support consultants in the prefecture was worked on.
Various types of research were supported.
Method of payment for car rental fee was changed as necessary.
Purchage manual for faculty members was widely announced forstrict observation. Effective conduct of research fund waspromoted.

campus faculty training program and support the diversified
research activities with the UoA competitive research funding.
Further, examine the use of research fund in order for smooth
research activities.

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Support the development of faculty’s research ability with theoff-campus faculty training program and support the diversified
research activities with the UoA competitive research funding.
Further, examine the use of research fund in order for smooth
research activities

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Local Communities shall be responsible for management andadministration, taking into consideration characteristics of research
results.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
At the Operational Committee of the Local Revitalization Center, Since we are continuously discussing about intellectual property
management/operation of intellectual properties such as various
rights based on various cases, the plan was almost achieved.
design competition, as well as local design development andhands-on education.

（iv） Continue looking into the way the Center manages and utilizes(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)At the Operational Committee of the Local Revitalization Center, Continue looking into the way the Center manages and utilizes
management/operation of intellectual properties such as various
intellectual property.
design competition, as well as local design development andhands-on education.
Advance research conducted by our faculty member was underconcern that under institute may intercept it. Therefore as sooon as
we could, official report was filed for IP protection purpose.

intellectual property.

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3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

3. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Contribution to Local Communities

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
collaboration and cooperation with local communities, etc.
Ａ

The University of Aizu（i）

Establish fundamental policies regarding contribution to local
communities.

University facilities for use by the general public.

(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
sibility)(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
collaboration and cooperation with local communities, etc.
Ａ

Ａ

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Ａ

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Ａ

0

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Ｃ
21

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MID-TERM

ANNUAL

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｄ
0

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0

ANNUAL

Ａ

0

Ｂ

20

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

MID-TERM

Ａ

0

Ｂ

17

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

ANNUAL

Ａ

0

Ｂ

16

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

The University of Aizu
CAS
OSIP
PPR

（i）

（ii） As a university open to local communities, promote opening of

3. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Contribution to Local Communities

MID-TERM

Since creating the "University of Aizu Regional Contribution
Policy" on February 26, 2014 as a basic policy for regional
contribution, we have carried out a number of programs based on
this policy.

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MS
SAD
CAS
ARC

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
On February 26, 2014, the UoA Local Contribution Policy wasestablished. On top of supports for recovery from the Great East
Japan Earthquake, we tried to handle needs and wants from local
community. We have been contributed on the community ininternational exchanges.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We created the UoA Local Contribution Policy. As such, we havedetermined that the plans have been achieved.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Based on the UoA Local Contribution Policy, faculty members
were to lifelong learning support and international students
enjoyed cultural exchanges with local public.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Based on the "University of Aizu Regional Contribution Policy"
established on February 26, 2014 as a basic policy for regional
contribution, we will continue carry out a number of programs
based on this policy.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(b-1) No. of Facility Use(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The quarter system was introduced in FY2016 and circumstancesof facility use has been changed. However, we used the UoA
homepage to spread information on use of facilities. The effort
showed possibility to generate a certain level of increase. UBIC
and other open space in LICTiA were used internally/ externallyfor industry-academia-government collaboration.

FY2012FY20130

FY20142

FY201501(b-2) We did best at opening the facilities to the public. We
promoted use of the facilities.
- The number of time of use per fiscal year
Auditorium
Lecture HallFY201233
69

FY201327
80

FY201433
72

FY20152771(b-3) External reasons of athletic facilities, we did our best on
maintaining the environment where local groups find easy to use.
Time to time, we waived fees and promoted use of the facilities.
- No. of facility use per FY
FY2012143

FY2013133

FY2014217

FY2015225(b-4) For meetings and events with companies, UBIC was used.
LICTiA was opened in October 2015. Its open space was provided
as a place where locals can enjoy. The university used the facility
as a venue of IT Aki Forum and many other industry-academiagovernment collaboration activities which the university plays themain role. As a result, 212 of AOI meetings were held in FY2015.

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（ii） (ii-1) Based on the agreement concluded with Okuma Town

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(ii-1) Publicize the "UoA's facilities use system" through the(b-1) The Okuma Town JHS used our swimming pool for three
University website to increase occupancy of on-campus facilities
times.
by the general public.
(b-2) The number of cases facility was used(ii-2) Based on the agreement concluded with Okuma Town
Auditorium 21 cases
Educational Board, open necessary facilities to Okuma Town's
Lecture Hall 46 cases
elementary/junior high schools.
(b-3) Regarding visitors’ use of our athletic facilities were(ii-3) Maintain athletic facilities in good condition to promote use
maintained so as to cater to local groups. For public groups’
by local people.
cultural/athletic activities, use fee was exampled.
(ii-4) Provide the open space of UBIC and LICTiA's Innovation
The number of internal use
Space as a venue for promotion of university-industry
FY2016 173 cases including fee exemption 149 cases
collaboration and interactions with the local communities.
(b-4) LICTiA was opened in October 2015. Its open space wasprovided as a place open to local public. The university used thefacility as a venue of IT Aki Forum and many other industryacademia-government collaboration activities which the university
played the main role. 343 of AOI meetings were held in FY2016.

Educational Board, open necessary facilities to Okuma Town's
elementary/junior high schools.(MS)(ii-2) Publicize the "UoA's facilities use system" through the
University website to increase occupancy of on-campus facilities
by the general public. (MS)(ii-3) Maintain athletic facilities in good condition and promoteuse by local people. (SAD)(ii-4) Provide the open space of UBIC and LICTiA's Innovation
Space as a venue for promotion of university-industry
collaboration and interactions with the local communities. (CAS)Continue opening of the College's library and the athletic field to 110
promote the facilities use by the general public.
JCD
Open the gym and athletic field for use by the Okuma Town
Junior High School to improve their educational environment. (Fordetails, see the "revitalization support" section.)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The library was used by 216 visitors and the athletic field wasused by 402 groups with 14,113 individuals in total.
For Okuma JHS, these facilities had been continuously offered.

（iii） Provide lifelong education by actively offering public lectures,

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etc., taking advantage of intellectual resources possessed by the
University, and hold public lectures by dispatched faculty
members at locations outside the University, based on requests
from local communities.

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Ｂ

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Ｂ

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We continued to open the university library, athletic field, etc. toOver four years some 1,350 people used the library, while somethe general public, the gymnasium and athletic field were opened
41,000 people used the athletic field grounds.
for Okuma Town Junior High School. In addition, efforts were
Further, the campus was opened to kindergartens, welfare
facilities, etc. for flower-viewing parties, and to kindergartens for made to improve the school's educational environment by issuing
playing in the snow, etc.
library cards to all students, etc.
Regarding Okuma Town Junior High School, the gymnasium and Given these factors, we expect we will be able to makeathletic field were opened for classes, extracurricular activities,
achievements as written on the plan.
etc. since October 2012. In addition, starting in FY2013, efforts
were made to improve the school's educational environment by
issuing library cards to all students, etc.
(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Continue opening of the College's library and the athletic field topromote the facilities use by the general public.
Open the gym and athletic field for use by the Okuma Town
Junior High School to improve their educational environment. (Fordetails, see the "revitalization support" section.)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Regarding open lectures, we conducted the TRY series andWe have determined that the plans have essentially beenlectures (including seminars) each year.
achieved as written.
Each year, the UoA sends faculty to conduct dispatch lectures onrequest from in and out of Fukushima.
Lectures
Dispatch lectures（iii） Taking into account discussions by the Community Affairs and

FY201229
19

FY201325
18

FY201421
18

FY20151226(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Nine lectures (including seminars), 14 sessions of the TRY
series, and two public lectures by students were conducted as partof the UoA's public lectures, which totaled 25 this fiscal year.
73 dispatch lectures were conducted by faculty members.

Planning Committee, proactively organize public lectures, etc.
including those to be held outside the University while attempting
improvement such as adding new theme, etc.

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(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The Community Affairs Planning Committee will discuss theimplementation guideline of public lectures, etc. again, in addition
to revision of themes and contents based on previous cases. By
conducting such improvements, public lectures and outreachcourses by faculty members will be implemented more efficiently.
Within collaborative relationship with local municipalities suchas Koriyama City, we will contribute on the local community
through public lectures and other activities.

（iv） Conduct research regarding content of education, teaching

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【SRS】

materials and IT tools, etc., in cooperation with the Fukushima
Prefectural Board of Education, aiming to improve scholastic
abilities, especially in mathematics, physics and English, of juniorand senior high school students in Fukushima Prefecture. In
particular, the University shall further enhance collaboration with
Aizu Gakuho High School, based on the University-high school
cooperation agreement.

（iv）(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We strove to disseminate information on the UoA's education by The plans have essentially been implemented.
providing mock lectures, etc. to junior and senior high school
students from around the prefecture upon request.
Based on the academic collaboration agreement we formed with
Aizu Gakuho Senior High School in February 2007, we accepted
an Aizu Gakuho SHS student as a special audit student in 2014.
Further, we continued to dispatch UoA faculty to conduct "spotlectures."

Continue supporting junior and senior high schools in Fukushima
in improving their students' math, science, and English abilities,
and in furthering internationalization. In particular, dispatch ourfaculty members to Aizu Gakuho High School for lectures, etc. inaccordance with our academic collaboration agreement in order tofurther strengthen our collaboration.

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including off-campus lectures targeted for high school students inand outside Fukushima Prefecture.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We provided support by conducting mock lectures, etc. andphysics course lectures in English to junior and senior high school
students from around the prefecture upon request.
Further, based on the academic collaboration agreement with
Aizu Gakuho Senior High School, we held a council meeting andexchanged opinions regarding FY2016 projects. Specifically, we
actively aimed to promote collaboration by having UoA faculty
members conduct math and English "spot lectures," provide
instruction on English-language presentation-giving as part ofpreparation for overseas training, etc.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Continue supporting junior and senior high schools in Fukushima
in improving their students' math, science, and English abilities,
and in furthering internationalization. In particular, dispatch ourfaculty members to Aizu Gakuho High School for lectures, etc. inaccordance with our academic collaboration agreement in order tofurther strengthen our collaboration.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We proactively dispatched faculty members to senior highschools in and out of Fukushima each year in order to conductdispatch lectures. At the same time, we are also made efforts topromote the University of Aizu.
*Dispatch lectures:(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We proactively dispatched faculty members to senior highschools in and out of Fukushima each year in order to conductdispatch lectures. At the same time, we are also made efforts topromote the University of Aizu. As such, we have determined thatthe plans have been achieved.

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and organizations related to agriculture and forestry in the region,
so as to contribute to development of products and services by
those institutions, etc.

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We conducted dispatch lectures at a total of 37 high schools inand out of the prefecture based on requests received.
Regarding SSH (Super Science High Schools), etc., the UoAprovided support to Aizu Senior High School and Aizu Gakuho
SHS by conducting lectures, etc.
Further, we dispatched faculty members to Aizu SHS, which had
been designated for the prefecturally-subsidized Future Global
Leaders of Revitalization Development Program in order to
conduct lectures.

proactivey respond to requests from high schools inside andoutside of the prefecture.
In particular, continue to strengthen our collaboration with seniorhigh schools inside and outside of the prefecture.that have been
designated as SGHs (Super Global High schools) and SSHs (Super
Science Highschools), etc.

(ⅵ) Cooperate in research and development with medical institutions

FY201322

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Advertise our off-campus lectures through various methods andproactively respond to requests from high schools.
In particular, continue to strengthen our collaboration with seniorhigh schools that have been designated as SGHs (Super Global
High schools) and SSHs (Super Science Highschools), etc.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We researched rice paddy weeding robots in collaboration with
The plans are expected to be realized.
the Aizu Industrial Network Forum (ANF), an organization formedof Aizu-area manufacturers.

(ⅵ) Take approaches which can contribute to development of(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to the above, we began work on a collaborative
research project with Aizu Medical Center.

products and services by local companies, etc., such as searchingfor regional needs by exchanging information/opinions with local
companies, and promoting matching needs with UoA's researchseeds under the leadership of UBIC faculty.

85(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Take approaches which can contribute to development of
products and services by local companies, etc., such as searchingfor regional needs by exchanging information/opinions with local
companies, and promoting matching needs with UoA's researchseeds under the leadership of UBIC faculty.

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Computing Contest for High School Students in Japan” incooperation with relevant organizations and entities, etc., in orderto nurture individuals who will support the information society andto publicize the University’s distinctive characteristics andstrengths nationwide through these events.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We are organizing the Computer Science Summer Camp and All- The UoA has organized the Computer Science Summer CampJapan High School Computing Contest in collaboration withand PC Koshien, which have both seen high numbers ofcorporate and institutional affiliates, etc. These events help toparticipants each year from across the country. As such, we havemake the UoA's characteristics and appeal known across thedetermined that the plans have been achieved.
country. For example, each year, both a number of participantsfrom both events eventually attend the University of Aizu. At thesame time, they help develop the talents that will drive ourcomputerized society forward.
In particular, PC Koshien's level of recognition has increased
nationwide, and the skill level of participants is increasing eachyear. It is growing into a competition that serves as an objective
for high school students.

(ⅶ) (vii-1) Host the “Computer Science Summer Camp” in(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(g-1) The steering committee formed by local NPOs,
municipalities, companies, and other affiliated organizationsorganized Computer Science Summer Camp 2016, which washeld at the University of Aizu. This year marked the 19th editionof the event. There, junior and senior high school students from inand out of Fukushima participated in one of three courses,
including JAVA Programming.
(g-2) PC Koshien 2016, the 14th edition of the event, wasorganized by the prefecture, the UoA, and the All-Japan
Computing Contest Steering Committee. There were 1,758
participants (238 less than last year), and the number ofparticipants in the Programming Division was a record 1,284.
Further, an "International High School Division" was added to the
One Image CG Division as part of an internationalization
initiative. Entries were solicited from high school students living
overseas, and 68 works from were sent in from China, Taiwan,
and other countries.

cooperation with relevant organizations and entities.
(vii-1) Jointly organize the “AY2016 All-Japan High School
Computing Contest (PC Koshien)”with the Prefectural
Government and the PC Koshien Executive Committee in order todevelop a wider range of ICT talent.

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computer operation responding to various needs and scenes of life.

and information technology were integrated. In order to grasp
diversifying social needs, support R&D at UoA through collecting
information and exchanging opinions at exhibitions on robotics,
renewable energy and mobile information terminals, etc. before
matching the needs of businesses, etc. with the University's seeds.

focus on R&D on IT related to medical support and perform
activities, maintaining close communication with local
communities.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We strived to collect information in a number of way, including
The plans are expected to be realized.
visiting ICT-related trade shows and showrooms such as
JapanITWeek. Additionally, we promoted smart grid infrastructure
research in the field of renewable energy.

(ⅷ) The social platform has been changing after social infrastructure(ⅸ) Through cooperation with Fukushima Medical University, etc.,(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(vii-1) Host the “Computer Science Summer Camp” incooperation with relevant organizations and entities.
(vii-1) Jointly organize the “AY2017 All-Japan High School
Computing Contest (PC Koshien)”with the Prefectural
Government and the PC Koshien Executive Committee in order todevelop a wider range of ICT talent.

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(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to the above, we also operated booths at a drone andrenewable energy-related trade shows.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
The social platform has been changing after social infrastructure
and information technology were integrated. In order to grasp
diversifying social needs, support R&D at UoA through collecting
information and exchanging opinions at exhibitions on robotics,
renewable energy and mobile information terminals, etc. before
matching the needs of businesses, etc. with the University's seeds.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We are participating in a review meeting on the management ofdata collected in the Prefectural Citizen's Health Survey.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The plans are expected to be realized.

(ⅸ)

Manage the data collected in the survey on prefectural citizens’
health management conducted by Fukushima Medical University
in a manner that allows the prefectural citizens to feel at easeabout their data being collected. This will be done by leveraging
the UoA's specialized knowledge about ICT to provide support,
including security measures that anticipates system development
and crisis management.
Further, promote initiatives such as periodic opinion exchanges
regarding industry-academia collaboration.

(ⅹ) Promote collaborative research with Fukushima Medical(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to the above, we began work on a collaborative
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University and other universities inside and outside of Fukushima
Prefecture, while taking full advantage of the characteristics ofeach university. With those universities working together, also
promote joint seminars and workshops for faculty andadministrative staff development. In addition, the University shallhold joint meetings and lectures, etc. among those universities forperiodic exchange of information, so as to promote effective
utilization of information obtained at those meetings in the
University management.

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(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(J-1) Through the Regional Innovation Strategy Support Program (x-1) Medical collaboration with the AMC and robotics-related(MEXT subsidy program starting in 8/2012), we engaged incollaboration with Utsunomiya University will be continuously
research and development in the field of renewable energy. At the promoted.
same time, we collaborated with other Fukushima universities and (x-2) Participate as appropriate in the projects such as the interresearch institutes (Fukushima University, Nihon University
university collaborative joint education promotion program
College of Engineering, Iwaki Meisei University, et al) on research organized by Academia Consortium Fukushima, and aim toprojects. These initiatives included empirically testing the various effectively utilize the fruits gained there in operation of thereference projects and proof of concept systems and that had been university.
developed so far. Further, we received an overall evaluation of A
at the end of the valuation from MEXT in March 2017.
(J-2) Students and other individuals from the UoA participated inAcademia Consortium Fukushima's Come, See, Feel Fukushima
Study Tour and interested with students and others from thegreater Tokyo area. In this way, they strove to support Fukushima's
revitalization and promote the UoA.

Strategy Support Program" in August, 2014, we have invitedresearchers with the knowledge and expertise needed to researchand develop renewable energy. With FY2016 being the final year
fo the project, we will promote initaitives aiming at exanding theactual users （reference development support, etc.).
(x-2) Participate as approopriate in the projects such as the interuniversity collaborative joint education promotion programorganized by Academia Consortium Fukushima, and aim toeffectively utilize the fruits gained there in operation of theuniversity.

Conduct various activities including seminars, in cooperation withprivate organizations, in order to contribute to nurturing of humanresources and rejuvenation of local communities.

Ｂ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Starting in August 2012, through the MEXT's Regional
The plan is expected to be completed as its original.
Innovation Strategy Support Program subsidy, we have invitedresearchers with the knowledge and skills needed to research anddevelop renewable energy and engaged in collaborative researchwith other Fukushima universities and institutes (Fukushima
University, Nihon University College of Engineering, Iwaki Meisei
University, et al).
Academia Consortium Fukushima was selected for the MEXT
Program for Promoting Inter-University Collaborative Education.
As part of this program, we promoted study abroad at NAFSA (theworld's largest exchange event for university personnel, etc.) andconducted Japanese cultural and language training aimed atforeign faculty and international students at Fukushima
educational institutes, and for their families, in an effort toeffectively utilize the project in university operation.

(ⅹ) (x-1) Having been selected for the MEXT "Regional Innovation(xi)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Manage the data collected in the survey on prefectural citizens’
health management conducted by Fukushima Medical University
in a manner that allows the prefectural citizens to feel at easeabout their data being collected. This will be done by leveraging
the UoA's specialized knowledge about ICT to provide support,
including security measures that anticipate system development
and crisis management.
Further, promote initiatives such as periodic opinion exchanges
with the Aizu Medical Center (AMC) regarding industry-academia
collaboration.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The Aizu IT Aki Forum, which had been organized by the UoA
We are proactively working to develop the talents who will
until FY2014, has been jointly organized with the Aizu University- contribute to the revitalization of the region and are executing theBusiness Consortium since FY2015. In this and other ways, weplans as written.
have contributed revitalizing the region. At the same time, we haveengaged in the development of future ICT entrepreneurs by, forexample, participating in events including hackathons. We havedone this while receiving the cooperation of UoA-launched
ventures in the operation of the University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur
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In addition to continue organizing the Aizu IT Aki Forum with
the Aizu University-Business Consortium, we strove to develop
the talents who aim to become ICT entrepreneurs while gaining
the assistance of UoA-launched ventures with the operation of the
University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Project (aFukushima prefecture subsidized project). Further, through the
Problem Solving-Based Talent Development Model Project (aFukushima prefecture subsidized project), we engaged in thedevelopment of applications that have the versatility needed tosolve the issues of local companies.

companies in cooperation with local chambers of commerce, etc.
Further, develop individuals looking to become ITC entrepreneurs
through the "University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development
Program" and "Problem Solving-based ICT Talent Development
Model Project"(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Organize “University-Industry Collaboration Forums" for local
companies in cooperation with local chambers of commerce, etc.
Further, develop individuals looking to become ICT entrepreneurs
and ICT talents who will be working on local problems throughthe "University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Program"and "Problem Solving-based ICT Talent Development Model
Project."
Moreover the “ Girls Who Code Project” will provide learning
opportunities and job-hunting supports for women and girls inFukushima prefecture and evacuees who reside outside Fukushima
prefecture who wish to get a job at IT-related companies, etc. in
Fukushima prefecture.

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The Junior College（i）

For promotion of further contribution to local regions, establish
fundamental policies for local contribution.

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The Junior College
JCD(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We created a basic policy and actively engaged in regional
We established the following basic policy on regional
collaborative projects based on said policy, with the Center forcontribution and published it on the homepage.
(1) Strengthen collaboration with regional affiliated organizations Rejuvenation of Local Communities playing a central role. As
such, we have determined that the plans were achieved.
(industry-government-private-academia), (2) Promote regional
educational support activities and lifelong learning, (3) Promotestudent-planned practical learning and practical education, (4)Promote the improvement of education and research activities andthe publication of information thereof, (5) Open university
facilities to the public, (6) Promote the support of revitalizationfrom the Great East Japan Earthquake and Nuclear Disaster（i） Achieved mid-term plan

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Achieved mid-term plan

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Achieved mid-term plan

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
As part of student-planned practical learning and education, we
actively participated into design competitions, volunteer activities,
etc. Further, we also worked to solve regional issues throughgraduation research and regional project exercises.
We held special lectures and public lectures 5-6 times per year,
respectively. A total of 1,529 people attended both. Dispatch
lectures were held 611 times per year, with a total of 34,009
people attending them.
In addition, as part of university-high school collaboration, we
dispatched lecturers to Fukushima Prefecture's Aizu Gakuho
Junior and Senior High Schools. Further, we conducted
information exchanges, etc. related to education and research. In
addition, we conducted remote classes with Yamagata City's
Commercial High School.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Leveraging the specialized field of each school, we actively
conducted student-planned practical learning and education.
Further, the number of dispatch and public lectures, as well as
their attendance, is trending upwards each year. As such, we
believe the plan has been fully achieved.

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off-campus/on-campus public lectures, symposiums, seminars,
workshops and research on solution of local issues, etc.

（ii） Centering on the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities,(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)Student-planned practical learning and education were worked
Centering on the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities,
on as same as last year. (81 cases)
provide student-participatory/hands-on education, off/on-campus
We conducted special lectures and public lectures XX times,
public lectures, symposiums, seminars, workshops, etc.
which were attended by 279 people. We conducted a total of 159 Proactively for student-participatory/hands-on education, promote
dispatch lectures covering 13 fields and 98 labs which wereresearch on regional issues through "local practical researchattended by 7,938 people.
project," "Graduation Research," "Regional Project Workshops"
In university-high school collaboration, we dispatched lecturers and "Special Workshops for Revitalization Support."
to Fukushima Prefecture's Aizu Gakuho JHS and SHS four times
and conducted information exchanges on education and researchonce. We conducted remote classes at Yamagata City Commercial
High School three times.

provide student-participatory/hands-on education, seminars,
workshops, off/on-campus public lectures, symposiums, etc.
Proactively promote student-participatory/hands-on education,
through research on regional issues in "local practical research
project," “Graduation Research,” “Regional Project Workshops”
and “Special Workshops for Revitalization Support.”

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discuss enhancement of the administration system throughassignment of full-time researchers and staff to the Center for
Rejuvenation of Local Communities, etc.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities, we created We are continuing discussions of the creation of a stable system.
positions for a Center Director (concurrent post), a Deputy Center We believe that we will be able to achieve the plan for the most
Director (concurrent post), a Center Researcher (concurrent post), part.
and a full-time commissioned personnel (regional coordinator),and three Specially Appointed Researchers (former UoA faculty
members).

（iii） In order to further contribute to local regions and communities,(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
As same as FY2015, because the Center for Rejuvenation of
Local Communities is independently conducting initiatives that
contribute to local communities, we were able to promote theleveraging of the Regional Practical Research Project, which leadto securing project funding and the proactive regional research of
faculty members.

utilizing "local practical research project" etc., discussenhancement of the operational issues and operational system of
the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities and its relevantorganization.

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prefectural/municipal governments and Academia Consortium
Fukushima in administration policy making and implementation.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to further contribute to local regions and communities,
the JCD will dispatch permanent researchers and staff to the Local
Revitalization Center. Utilizing "local practical research project"etc., discuss operational issues and enhancement of cooperation of
the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities and its relevantorganization.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Every fiscal year, we engaged in unique activities which fully use We were able to achieve the plans through proactive activities
including the active development of collaborative/cooperative
strengths of each specialty as cooperation/collaboration projects
projects with the prefectural government and local municipalities,
with relevant organization in the region (Industry, government,
citizen, academia.) The major projects include 1) Let’s Get Fit by cooperation in the Program for Promoting Inter-University
Collaborative Education organized by Academia Consortium
Delicious “Dietary” from Fukushima project, 2) Fukushima
Fukushima, and the creation of the "local practical researchprefectural project “Student-centered Revitalization of Rural
project," which promotes the growth of budding new regional
Community, 3) Aizu Town Art Project, and 4) Green Tourism
Project. There include local health and industrial matters as well as collaborations.
mid- mountainy areas. We cooperated in the Program for
Promoting Inter-University Collaborative Education organized byAcademia Consortium Fukushima, namely 1) site visit to a power
plant, 2) Kawauchi revitalization festival, 3)FAP short-term
program. Project for hands-on research in the region wasestablished. Local collaboration of needs and seeds was promoted
in addition to project concurrent collaboration project. Futureachievements in research/educational activities are expected.
[partially reprint #100]（iv） Work on regional issues while taking part in projects organized by(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We promoted project-based research that considers theWork on regional issues while responding to the request of cocharacteristics of the region, in addition to the same collaborative operation from projects organized by municipal governments,
and cooperative projects as FY2015 with regional affiliatedincluding Aizu Regional Development Bureau and Southern Aizu
organizations (industry-government-private-academia). The
Regional Development Bureau, which are members of our Center
Research Seeds Collection and List of Dispatch Lectures andfor Rejuvenation of Local Communities.
Lecturers were updated. In addition, they were posted on the
Making use of the "Collection of Research Seeds" and "local
homepage and sent to affiliated organizations, primarily thosepractical research project," promote matching of our faculty's
belonging to the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities
research fields with issues of each local region.
Steering Committee (38 organizations in industry, government, theprivate sector, and academia). In the "local practical research
project," we were able to engage in (1) the deployment of effective
sodium reduction activities in Kitakata, (2) the creation of content
and a homepage that introduces activities aimed at regional
revitalization of Aizuwakamatsu City's Minato District, (3)research related to proposals for revitalization that leverages thehistory and culture of the Minamiaizu region, and (4) modelingworkshops aimed at making regional contributions and spreading
regional understanding of art brut.

municipal governments, including Aizu Regional Development
Bureau and Southern Aizu Regional Development Bureau, which
are members of our Center for Rejuvenation of Local
Communities.
Making use of the "Collection of Research Seeds" and "local
practical research project," promote matching of our faculty's
research fields with issues of each local region.

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organizations such as NPOs, and private companies, etc., nurture
human resources and work on solution of local issues.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We believe that the plans have been achieved through theThrough various student-planned practical learning andeducation, as well as various programs and projects, we leveraged holding of design competitions based on requests fromthe specialization of each department and engaged in additionalorganizations and companies, as well as the improvement ofbroad collaborations with the local community. These included
student-planned practical learning and education.
proposing designs through a design competition based on requests
from companies, development of new products through seminar
activities, developing menus and participating in recipe contests,
and cooperating with NPOs as part of volunteer activities.

(ⅴ) Promote collaboration with private sectors, including NPOs and(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above

companys, through off-campus lectures, local practical research
project, student-participatory/hands-on education and otherprojects, and jointly contribute to local revitalization in terms ofhuman resource development and formation of knowledge-basedsociety.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Promote collaboration with private sectors, including NPOs,
through off-campus lectures, local practical research project,
student-participatory/hands-on education and other projects, andjointly contribute to local revitalization in terms of human resource
development and formation of knowledge-based society.

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

3. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Contribution to Local Communities

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item(2) Specific measures regarding promotion of regional
industryA

The University of Aizu（i）

Proactively provide knowledge and expertise of our faculty
members to support diversified development and cultivation ofmarkets by companies and research institutions, etc. in Fukushima
Prefecture.

3. Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Contribution to Local Communities

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
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industry
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ANNUAL

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Full-time UBIC faculty members and others matched companies The plans are expected to be realized.
with technologies and conducted a total of five technicalinformation sessions for companies, etc. during the period.

UBIC faculty search for needs of companies and match them withresearch seeds. Promote technology transfer to the companies inFukushima, etc. by organizing technical explanatory meetings
where inventors provide explanations for future practical use oftechnologies, and as needed, by giving technical guidance, etc. bythemselves.

（ii） Conduct seminars which will help create university-led venture(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We conducted new technology information sessions in Tokyo.
Further, we exhibited at 10 trade shows organized bymunicipalities within the prefecture, etc. At the same time, we
worked to match manufacturers with IoT technologies.

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businesses, and promote various forms of cooperation withexisting university-led venture businesses.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)UBIC faculty search for needs of companies and match themwith research seeds. Promote technology transfer to the companies
in Fukushima, etc. by organizing technical explanatory meetings
where inventors provide explanations for future practical use oftechnologies, and as needed, by giving technical guidance, etc. bythemselves.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)With the Revitalization Center established in March 2013 playing We have been able to implement the University of Aizu IT
a central role, we frequently held Aizu Open Innovation Meetings Entrepreneur Development Project and Problem Solving-based(AOI Meetings) with the objective of stimulating diverse
Talent Development Model Project (Fukushima Prefecture
discussion and creation, as well as creating innovative
subsidized projects) as planned each year by continuously andtechnologies and business models. We asked UoA-launchedfrequently holdings AOI meetings while also, for example,
ventures to participate in meetings as appropriate for the content of collaborating with UoA-launched ventures.
said meeting. We also made efforts to develop talent byimplementing the Venture Startup Workshop..

（ii） As an institutional supporter of the Aizu IT Industry Promotion(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to offering the Venture Experience Workshop andholding AOI meetings, we engaged in various collaborations suchas asking UoA-launched ventures to participate in technicalconsultations and exchanges of opinions with companies asnecessary.
Further, we collaborated with UoA-launched ventures when
implementing the Industrial Robot Development Support Project,
the University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Program,"and the "Problem Solving-based Talent Development Model
Project") (Fukushima prefecture subsidized projects).

Council (comprised of ventures and other companies in
Aizuwakamatsu City) founded primarily by Aizuwakamatsu City
in May 2015, support the Council's initiatives. These initiatives
include strengthening the products and services of IT venturecompanies, matching them with businesses in the metropolitanarea, etc.
Further, the "Aizu Open Innovation (AOI) Conference" (which
has a goal creating revolutionary technologies and businessmodels by stimulating diverse discussion and creation) will serve
the core of efforts to collaborative initiatives with UoA-launched
ventures, including programs to develop IT entrepreneurs (such as
the prefectural "University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development
Program" and "Problem Solving-based Talent Development Model
Project") and collaborative organization of ICT-related seminars.

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As an institutional supporter of the Aizu IT Industry Promotion
Council (comprised of ventures and other companies in
Aizuwakamatsu City) founded primarily by Aizuwakamatsu City
in May 2015, support the Council's initiatives. These initiatives
include strengthening the products and services of ICT venturecompanies, matching them with businesses in the metropolitanarea, etc.
Further, the "Aizu Open Innovation (AOI) Conference" (which
has a goal creating revolutionary technologies and businessmodels by stimulating diverse discussion and creation) will serve
the core of efforts to collaborative initiatives with UoA-launched
ventures, including programs to develop ICT entrepreneurs and
ICT talents who will be working on local problems (such as theprefectural "University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development
Program" and "Problem Solving-based Talent Development Model
Project").

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Leading-edge ICT in Aizu” which provides a place for ICT
companies, University, public organizations and existing venturecompanies to collaborate to conduct research and develop leadingedge ICT. At the same time, set an environment that will lead tocreation of university-led venture businesses.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We opened the Laboratory for leading-edge ICT in Aizu as a new Laboratory for leading-edge ICT in Aizu playing a central role,
we have provided university facilities as space for the creation of
hub for industry-academia-government collaboration in October
2015 and have provided it as a space for the creation of
innovation. At the same time, we have proactively leveraged theinnovation. At the same time, we have proactively leveraged it as a facility in the University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development
place for realizing co-creation (the act of creating things as a team) Project (a Fukushima Prefecture subsidized projects),with the University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Project implementing the plans as written.
(a Fukushima Prefecture subsidized project), conducting 212 AOI
meetings in FY2015.

（iii） With the Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA), which(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We engaged in various collaborations such as asking UoAlaunched ventures to participate in technical consultations andexchanges of opinions with companies as necessary, conducting
343 AOI meetings in FY2016.
Further, we collaborated with UoA-launched ventures when
implementing the Industrial Robot Development Support Project,
the University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Program,"and the "Problem Solving-based Talent Development Model
Project") (Fukushima prefecture subsidized projects).

opened in October 2015, serving as a core facility, collaborate
with ICT-related companies, universities, public sector
institutions, and existing University-launched ventures, etc. tocarry out advanced ICT R&D. Further, provide the sort of places
for innovation that will lead to the creation of new UoA-launched
ventures.
Additionally, strive to create a place where co-creation (the act of
creating something as a team), which is a core of the prefecture's"University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Program," canbe realized.

B

The Junior College

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Communities, aiming at working on 10 or more collaborative
projects a year, carry out joint research through industrygovernment-university collaboration and work on revitalization of
local industry and rejuvenation of depopulated/hilly regions.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In Aizu-wakamatsu city and the rest of the part in Fukushima
prefecture, a collaboration project was implemented. The local
hands-on research project featured revitalization of mountainary
areas proactively.
AY2015（i）(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Collaborate with ICT-related companies, universities, public
sector institutions, and existing University-launched ventures, etc.
to carry out advanced ICT R&D. Further, promote further use of
LICTiA as a sort of places for innovation that will lead to thecreation of new UoA-launched ventures. We will promote further
utilization of UBIC and lead to the creation of new universityoriginated ventures.

Centering on the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities,
exchange opinions with local municipalities to discover local
issues, in order to promote industry-government-university
collaboration by making proposals for collaborative projects
utilizing "local practical research project,"for example.
Conduct commissioned projects, taking advantage of local
resources, including historical sites, cultural characteristics,
tradition, natural beauty, local industry, specialties, and vacanthouses. Through such activities, contribute to increase in thenumber of people visiting the region, promotion of settlement
and/or residence in two regions and local revitalization, in aneffort to develop local industry and culture.

Collaboration
6

Local hands-on research
4(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above
AY201692

Collaboration
4

Local hands-on research
4(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Regarding the numerical target of 10 regional
collaborative/cooperative projects annually, we believe that we canachieve the plan, as we are making progress on the creation of anenvironment for proactively engagement in initiatives. This
includes the proactive initiatives of each department's faculty
members, the improvement of student-planned practical learningand education, the launch of local practical research projects, etc.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Centering on the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities,
exchange opinions with local municipalities to discover local
issues. Conduct commissioned projects, taking advantage of local
resources, including historical sites, cultural characteristics,
tradition, natural beauty, local industry, specialties, and vacanthouses, by making proposals for collaborative projects utilizing"local practical research project," for example. Through suchactivities, contribute to develop local industry and culture.

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SELF-EVALUATION
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FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item

4. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
International Exchange

I Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of the Quality of Education/Research
Conducted at the University
Item(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
promotion of international exchange
アAア 会津大学4. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
International Exchange

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Promote activities related to international exchange on theinitiative of the Center for Strategy of International Programs, andtake follow-up measures to further promote international researchcollaboration and student exchange, etc. in an efficient andorganized manner, through continuous improvement of the
University’s international exchange structure.

A

Ａ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Having been selected for the Top Global University Project in
FY2014, the Center for Globalization was established within theuniversity. Inheriting the duties of the Center for Strategy ofInternational Programs, the Center is engaged in theinternationalization of the university, as well as well conducting
university-wide international exchange activities.
Further, the number of exchange agreements with overseas
universities, etc. has greatly increased and we have alsoestablished cooperative laboratories and implemented a dual
degree program and international credit recognition, etc.

(a-1) While asking the opinions, etc. of faculty serving as liaisonswith our international partners, conduct university-wide
international exchange activities centered on the Center for
Strategy of International Programs.
(a-2) Make on-campus announcements of activities by the Center
for Strategy of International Programs on a constant basis, in orderto share information with faculty and staff members. Furthermore,proactively publicize University’s international exchange activities
through information disclosure on the University website andinformation provision to mass media, in an effort to make use of
the achievements for the benefit of local communities.
(a-3) Streamline the system to accept/send researchers forinternational joint research projects.
(a-4) Aim at developing the faculty and staff members involved
with international affairs be having them participate in workshops
at various international exchange organizations.
(a-5) In collaboration with JICA, other international organizations,
elementary schools, local governments, etc., promote fostering ofinternationally-minded students.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We actively promoted continuous international collaborative
research and exchanges of students, etc. by internationalizing theuniversity and advancing university-wide international exchange
activities, with the Center for Globalization playing a central role.
Therefore we have determined that the plans have been sufficiently
satisfied.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a-1) Collaborating with faculty liaisons overseas agreements, etc. (a-1) While closely collaborating with faculty members serving as
we developed academic and research exchanges with overseas
liaisons with our international partners, conduct university-wide
universities, etc. The ICT Global Program All-English Course
international exchange activities centered on the Center forwhich started accepting applications in AY2016 admitted 11
Globalization.
students.
(a-2) Make on-campus announcements of activities by the CenterIn addition, we have conducted internship programs, etc. atfor Globalization on a constant basis, in order to share information
overseas bases in Silicon Valley, Rose-Hulman Institute ofwith faculty and staff members. Furthermore, proactively publicize
Technology, and Dalian Neusoft Institute of Information.
University’s international exchange activities through information(a-2) The Office for Strategy of International Programs (OSIP) and disclosure on the University website and information provision to
SGU Promotion Office website was renewed and is being utilized mass media, in an effort to make use of the achievements for the
not only to dissemination information on UoA international
benefit of local communities.
exchanges, but also as an advising tool for overseas study(a-3) Streamline the system to accept/send researchers for
consultations, etc.
international joint research projects.
(a-3) In order to promote collaborative research with Taiwan's(a-4) Aim at developing the faculty and staff members involved
Tamkang University, etc. we accumulated achievements such aswith international affairs be having them participate in workshops
presentations at international conferences, the publishing ofat various international exchange organizations.
collaborative papers, etc., and we are actively involved in the(a-5) In collaboration with JICA, other international organizations,organization of international conferences, etc. at the UoA.
elementary schools, local governments, etc., promote fostering of(a-4) By having UoA faculty members actively involved ininternationally-minded students.
overseas recruiting, we increased our knowledge and expertise of
specialized fields in academic and research exchanges. Further, we
also prepared to create a crisis management system for handlingthe acceptance of greater numbers of international students.
(a-5) We depended our regional and international understandingby collaborating with international cooperation agencies such as
JICA, as well as elementary schools, local municipalities, etc.
Further, by collaborating with prefectural and city-levelinternational exchange organizations, etc. we promoted thedevelopment of international talents rooted in regional
characteristics.

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Promote exchange with universities in many different countries
including partner universities, etc. When extending or concluding
an exchange agreement, closely review details of the agreementfrom strategic perspectives. By doing this, substantive exchange of
faculty members and students, and collaborative research, etc.
shall be further promoted.

B

C(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
As a result of proactively developing international exchange
activities with the Center for Globalization playing a central role,
we signed agreements with 69 overseas universities and research
institutes, greatly surpassing our objective.
Further, this lead not only to the signing of agreements, but toconcrete exchange activities with overseas universities. This
includes the establishing of cooperative laboratories, theimplementation of dual degree programs, and the signing of
memorandums on international credit recognition.
In particular, in student exchanges, we conducted active
exchanges by actively dispatching and accepting students while
utilizing external funding, etc. At the same time, we designatedHanoi and Dalian as key universities, leading to students fromboth universities entering the UoA through the ICT Global
Program Advanced Standing Admission (Selection for Overseas
Residents).

（Bー１） Having considered the previous achievements in student
exchanges and academic exchanges, as well as the regionalbalance, etc. select strategic partner universities, increase thequality and reciprocity of student needs, and educational/academic
research activities.
（Bー２） Aim to create an environment related to student
exchanges through discussion with partner schools, etc. andconduct overseas study abroad and training programs.
Specifically, improve the Silicon Valley training program, in
addition to the existing short-term study abroad program Global
Experience Gateway （at RHIT, Waikato, and the DNA Program）,
and medium-term study abroad programs. Further, in regards toacceptance of students, expand the 2+2 Program, DDP, etc. within
the ICT Program.
（Bー3） Aim to be selected for scholarships and other subsidies
related to international exchange that are appropriate for the UoA,
such as the international student support program (exchange
agreement) promoted by ＪＡＳＳＯ.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(b-1) We then selected key universities based on previous(b-1) Having considered the previous achievements in student
achievements and future prospects and strove to preferentiallyexchanges and academic exchanges, as well as the regional
expand exchanges with these universities.
balance, etc. select strategic partner universities, increase the(b-2) We made short-term training programs and the classes that quality and reciprocity of student needs, and educational/academic
students take before attending them eligible for accreditation as the research activities.
English course Global Experience Gateway and the SCCP course (b-2) Aim to create an environment related to student exchanges
Internship Program. Additionally, we dispatched 10 students to the through discussion with partner schools, etc. and conduct overseas
Silicon Valley Internship and implemented a program from thestudy abroad and training programs. Also, the crisis management
new perspectives of entrepreneurial spirit and maker culture.
system and student orientation will be enhanced.
(b-3) We used the JASSO international student exchange support (b-3) In regards to acceptance of students, expand the 2+2
system (for dispatching/accepting students based on exchange
Program, DDP, Global 3+2 Program, etc. within the ICT Program.
agreements) to reduce the burden on students.
(b-4) Aim to be selected for scholarships related to international
exchange that are appropriate for the UoA, such as theinternational student support program (exchange agreement)
promoted by JASSO.

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Accept international students in a proactive manner and promoteinteractions between international students and local communities
for cross-cultural understanding, so that they can transmit
information regarding current conditions and attraction of
Fukushima Prefecture to inside and outside Japan.

C(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We have conducted collaborative research and thedispatch/acceptance of students based on agreements signed with
69 overseas universities and research institutes, which greatly
surpassed our objective. Therefore we have determined that theplans have been sufficiently achieved.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Students accepted through the 2015 Student Hosting Program(part of the Fukushima Revitalization Support Program) learned
about the state of Fukushima prefecture, as well as its appeal, etc.
In addition, we were able to dissemination information on social
media and the UoA website from the perspective of theseinternational students.

Proactively accept international students and deepen theirunderstanding of the current situation of Fukushima and its appeal,
etc. through exchange events with the local populace and student
acceptance programs (the Fukushima Reconstruction Support
Program). Further, disseminate information inside and outside ofJapan by posting information on the activities on the homepage,and by sharing information with the press.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)In FY2016, we established a new ICT Global Program AllProactively accept international students and deepen theirEnglish Course and a Global 3+2 Program in an effort to actively understanding of the current situation of Fukushima and its appeal,
attract excellent students from overseas partner universities.
etc. through exchange events with the local populace and student
Further, by working to disseminate information with and without acceptance programs (the Fukushima Reconstruction Support
the university, we deepened regional and international
Program). Further, disseminate information inside and outside ofunderstanding and increased the number of incoming international Japan by posting information on the activities on the homepage,
students at the UoA through international exchanges with Okuma and by sharing information with the press.
Town and Minami-Aizu Town, as well as regional collaborative
projects.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We established the ICT Global Program All-English Course and
the Global 3+2 Program, and proactively accepted international
students. In addition, through various exchange events with thelocal population, regional and international understanding was
deepened. Further, disseminating information on the state andappeal of the prefecture through social media and the internet led
to synergistic effects. Therefore, we have determined that the plans
have been sufficiently achieved.

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Provide assistance in planning and holding of international
academic conferences, as part of the University’s activities insupporting international research collaboration.

D

E

Promote international exchange in cooperation with the
University, while discussing a detailed plan for exchange activities
and putting the plan into practice in the order of activities having
higher feasibility. (The Junior College)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The Office for Strategy of International Programs (OSIP)
provides support for the acquisition of the visas needed for the
researchers invited from partner institutions, etc. who are needed
to organize conferences, etc., as well as with the payment of theirtravel expenses. Therefore, we have determined that the plans
have been sufficiently achieved.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Assist planning and operation of international conferences andIn FY2016, we supported five (7 in AY2015) international
workshops.
conferences, etc. In order to streamline the administrative
procedures, we revised the guidelines for financial support andclarified who and what are eligible for support.
Further, we provided information to press organizations in aneffort to disseminate information outside of the university. By
doing this, participants in the international conferences included
not only individuals involved in education and research, but thosefrom universities, companies, and municipalities with which wehave research collaborations. This allowed us to promote research
results broadly within and without the university and to give backto society.

Assist planning and operation of international conferences andworkshops.

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Improve the quality of performance of duties related tointernational activities within the University through education andtraining of employees who have such duties, including training
seminars for translators at the University to improve their skills,
and practical education to foreign personnel advisors.

E

F(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We organized around seven international and other conferenceseach year. We are also engaged in international collaborative
research activities including the invitation of researchers frompartner institutions to conferences, etc.

Provide practical training to the personnel engaging ininternational duties, such as in-house translators, to improve thequality of their performance.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Once every half a year, we dispatched our five translation andinterpretation staff to interpretation training, etc. In the first half,
the members went to interpretation school in Tokyo, etc. And we
invited external lecturers to conduct interpretation training etc. inthe second half.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
By allowing our translation and interpretation staff to participate
in training each fiscal year the level of daily duties have been
increasing. As such, we believe that the plans will be achieved as
written.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The five members of the translation and interpretation staff
worked to improve their skills by studying with interpretation
textbooks over the four months between August to November.
Further, we invited external lecturers to conduct interpretation
training for the five members of the translation and interpretation
staff in February 2017.
Various procedures were described on a handout as part of duty
training for Foreign Personnel Advisors and all of other staff incharge of international relevant duties.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
For administrative staff members who are in charge oftranslation/interpretation, training closer to their actual duties will
be provided so that they can improve their ability to conduct theirduties.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Every year, we looked for possible opportunities for international Continuous international exchanges are being conducted largely
exchanges.
as planned.
FY2012 Speech lecture related to international exchanges
FY2013 Skype exchanges
FY2014 Skype exchanges, exchange meeting with international
students, commitment into Young Americans, acceptance ofinternational students
FY2015 Exchanges with Milan National University students,
commitment into Young Americans, acceptance of international
students

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Promote international exchange in cooperation with the
University, while discussing possible approaches for exchange
activities at the International Exchange Committee meetings, andput them into practice on a trial basis. (JCD)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
With the International Exchange Committee playing a central
role, we conducted exchanges over Skype with students from theThai-Nichi Institute of Technology in Thailand with thecooperation of individuals including alumni and management
consultants. The exchange was conducted in the format of aquestionnaire for the Thai students regarding their views on
marriage and career.
Further, seminars from the Industrial Information Science
Department and Food and Nutrition Science Department played acentral role in exchanges conducted with students from the
Polytechnic University of Milan.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Promote international exchange in cooperation with the
University, while discussing possible approaches for exchange
activities at the International Exchange Committee meetings, andput them into practice on a trial basis. For students, provide
information on international exchanges proactively. Let them join
in such chances.

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake

II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUAL
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1.Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Provision
1.Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Provision Respon MID-TERM
Item of Support to Reconstruction Efforts from the Great East Item of Support to Reconstruction Efforts from the Great East sibility)
ANNUAL
Japan Earthquake
Japan Earthquake

A(1) Specific measures for nurturing of IT humanresources, etc.
Nurture IT human resources, while making efforts toaccumulate IT engineers to the region, in order to vitalizeA
industry through creation of innovations.

(1) Specific measures for nurturing of IT humanresources, etc.
Nurture IT human resources, while making efforts toaccumulate IT engineers to the region, in order to vitalize
industry through creation of innovations.

“Aizu SLF (Software Linkage Firm) Conference”, etc.

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Until FY2014, in collaboration with IT companies in Fukushima, Despite the content of the program changing due to the state of
the Aizu SLF Conference conducted a talent
the prefectural budget, etc., we are continuing initiatives todevelopment/employment creation program aimed at developing contribute to the revitalization of Fukushima prefecture throughIT engineers capable of going straight to work in the private
the development of ICT specialists, etc. As such, we havesector. In FY2015, member companies of the Aizu SLF
determined that the plans have been achieved.
Conference also participated in the UoA's talent development
program. By leveraging and promoting this program, we
contributed to talent development.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In collaboration with IT companies in Fukushima, we conducted In collaboration with relevant organizations including the Aizu
an employment support program that helps companies secure ICT SLF Conference, the “Girls Who Code Project” will provide
specialists by helping Fukushima residents who evacuated to other learning opportunities and job-hunting supports for women andlocations within and without the prefecture return home andgirls in Fukushima prefecture and evacuees who reside outside
rebuild their lives and connecting them with IT companies.
Fukushima prefecture who wish to get a job at IT-relatedcompanies, etc. in Fukushima prefecture.

through collaboration with the Aizu SLF Conference.

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management of technology (MOT) and smart phone applications.

ＢＡ（i） Foster ICT professionals capable of succeeding in local companies（ii） In cooperation with private companies, organize more courses for0

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PS（i） Nurture ICT talents by providing training programs organized byＡ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
By organizing the ANF Morning Salon in collaboration with
manufacturing companies etc., as well as the UoA "Kumo" Salonin collaboration with venture companies, as well as through the
University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Program (aFukushima prefecture subsidized project starting in 2015), we
engaged in the development of future ICT entrepreneurs while
receiving the cooperation of UoA-launched venture companies.

（ii） Mainly through the prefectural "University of Aizu IT(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We have been able to implement our plans as written. This has
included organizing ICT skill seminars with the help of UoAlaunched ventures and other private-sector companies.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)Through the University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development
Mainly through the prefectural "University of Aizu IT
Program (a Fukushima prefecture subsidized project starting in
Entrepreneur Development Program," cooperate with UoA2015), we engaged in the development of future ICT entrepreneurs launched ventures and engage in the development of would-be IT
by holding seminars on leading-edge ICT skills including
entrepreneurs.
application development, VR, etc. with the help of UoA-launched
ventures, etc.

Entrepreneur Development Program," cooperate with UoAlaunched ventures and engage in the development of would-be IT
entrepreneurs.

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Through practical and hands-on education, nurture humanresources who can assume a leading role in coping withreconstruction from the Great East Japan Earthquake. (The JuniorCollege)

B(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
As part of an effort to develop individuals capable of solving
In regards to supporting recovery from the Great East Japan
challenges related to reconstruction through GT research seminars Earthquake and talent development, we engaged in practicaland regional project exercises, we had students engage as learning activities such as dispatch lectures. These efforts generated results,
support volunteers and tackle themes related to solving challenges and we expect we will largely be able to achieve the plan.
related to reconstruction as part of their graduation research.
In the dispatch lectures, nine lectures related to earthquake
disasters were established. In addition, external lecturers wereinvited to give a special lecture meeting on the theme ofrevitalization. Further, we actively supported the development of
the individuals who represent the future of Okuma Town by
dispatching lecturers to Okuma Town ES and JHS.

（b-1) Provide practical education to learn current situation andproblem of reconstruction support through the courses, "Special
Workshops for Revitalization Support," "Regional ProjectWorkshops," "Graduation Research Seminars," "Conprehensive
Studies," etc., and nurture human resources who can solve issues
associated with revitalization.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above(b-2) Through off-campus/on-campus lectures organized by theCenter for Rejuvenation of Local Communities, nurture humanresources who can solve issues associated with revitalization.
(b-3) Based on the educational collaboration agreement concluded
with the Okuma Town Educational Board, send lecturers to
Okuma Town elementary/junior high schools, and open theCollege's facilities such as the gym and athletic field, etc. to them,in order to support nurturing of future leaders of Okuma Town.

C

Provide support to the reconstruction through the University’s
think tank function and expertise.

（i）

Continue “Akabeko Program,” and give advice and instructions
regarding the reconstruction.

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Provide support to the reconstruction through the
University’s think tank function and expertise.
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（i）

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(b-1) Provide practical education to learn current situation andproblem of reconstruction support through the courses, "Special
Workshops for Revitalization Support," "Regional ProjectWorkshops," "Graduation Research Seminars," "Comprehensive
Studies," etc., and nurture human resources who can solve issues
associated with revitalization.
(b-2) Through off-campus/on-campus lectures organized by theCenter for Rejuvenation of Local Communities, nurture humanresources who can solve issues associated with revitalization.
(b-3) Based on the educational collaboration agreement concluded
with the Okuma Town Educational Board, send lecturers to
Okuma Town elementary/junior high schools, and open theCollege's facilities such as the gym and athletic field, etc. to them,in order to support nurturing of future leaders of Okuma Town.

Continue the "Akabeko Program."
In cooperation with the Junior College Division, make efforts tomeet requests and needs from the Okuma Town Educational
Board, with which UoA has concluded an agreement.

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We conducted the following lectures on different topics in
response to requests from Kumamachi Elementary School and
Ono Elementary School.
- 2012: Two lectures
Conducted mini-lecture on radiation at Aizu Misato Town Civic
Hall- 2013: Two lectures
Conducted health lessons at the Kids College event organized by
the JCD's Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities Et al.
- 2014: Three lectures"International Understanding: Interacting With People fromDifferent Countries" Et al.
- 2015: Four lectures"About Radiation" Et al.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)With the idea of advice/guidance regarding revitalization inmind, we collaborated with the JCD to hold lectures based on theagreement with the Okuma Town BOE. As such, we havedetermined that the plans have essentially been achieved as
written.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Collaborating with the JCD, we conducted four lectures on
different topics based on requests from Okuma Town ES.
- "About Radiation"- About the Sun and Moon
- "International Understanding: Let's Interact with People fromDifferent Countries"- "About the Environment"(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Continue the "Akabeko Program."
In cooperation with the Junior College Division, make efforts tomeet requests and needs from the Okuma Town Educational
Board, with which UoA has concluded an agreement.

3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake

II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUAL
e
1.Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Provision
1.Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Provision Respon MID-TERM
Item of Support to Reconstruction Efforts from the Great East Item of Support to Reconstruction Efforts from the Great East sibility)
ANNUAL
Japan Earthquake
Japan Earthquake(2) Specific measures for establishment of a new social
framework(2) Specific measures for establishment of a new social
frameworkA

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ARC

Contribute to the project for Fukushima international city of
Science and industry (Innovation Coast) by providing robotics
companies in Hama-dori with techniques of robotic development
taking advantage of characteristics as an ICT-specialized
university.

A

B

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(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to the above, we published a software library in
LICTiA and held an intermediate-level software seminar.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Make efforts to steadily promote the UoA Robot Valley
Promotion Project (prefectural subsidized project for FY20152017). Specifically, promote the following initiatives.
(1) Collaborative R&D with robotics-related companies in
Hamadori-area, etc.
(2) Technical development of robotic movement, technical R&D
of robotic work etc.
(3) Development and operation of a software development
platform (Software Library) at LICTiA.
Further, add functions and expanding the content of training, etc.
to increase the number of users. At the same time, we will work on
implementation of a software library.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Revitalization support projects - learning support and kids
college – were organized. We were able to achieve the plans forrevitalization of regional industry, revitalization of depopulated
mountainous regions, and rejuvenation of regional communities.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Through revitalization support projects and industry-academiagovernment-private collaboration in various regions, we believethat we will largely be able to achieve the plans for revitalizationof regional industry, revitalization of depopulated mountainous
regions, and rejuvenation of regional communities.

Revitalization support
Local hands-on research

BＣ

MID-TERM(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Starting in FY2015, we engaged in the development of disasterThe plans are expected to be realized.
response robots in collaboration with Fukushima companies, etc.,
in addition to beginner-level software seminars aimed at talentdevelopment.

Make efforts to steadily promote the UoA Robot Valley
Promotion Project （prefectural subsidized project for FY20152017). Specifically, promote the following initiatives.
(1) Collaborative R&D with robotics-related companies in
Hamadori-area , etc.
(2) Technical development of robotic movement, technical R&D
of robotic work etc.
(3) Development and operation of a software development
platform (Software Library) at LICTiA
Further, add functions and expanding the content of training, etc.
to increase the number of users.

Under the leadership of the Center for Rejuvenation of Local
Communities, proactively promote activities closely related to
local regions, such as projects for revitalization of local industry,
rejuvenation of depopulated/hilly regions and reconstruction of
local communities. (The Junior College)

Ａ

Under the leadership of the Center for Rejuvenation of Local
Communities, proactively promote activities closely related to
local regions, such as practical local research projects, projects forrevitalization of local industry, rejuvenation of depopulated/hilly
regions, reconstruction of local communities, and overcoming ofharmful rumors

AY2012 AY2013 AY2014 AY2015
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(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above
AY2016
Revitalization support
1
Local hands-on research
499(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Under the leadership of the Center for Rejuvenation of Local
Communities, proactively promote activities closely related to
local regions, such as practical local research projects, projects forrevitalization of local industry, rejuvenation of depopulated/hilly
regions, reconstruction of local communities, and overcoming ofharmful rumors.

3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake

II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUAL
e
1.Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Provision
1.Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Provision Respon MID-TERM
Item of Support to Reconstruction Efforts from the Great East Item of Support to Reconstruction Efforts from the Great East sibility)
ANNUAL
Japan Earthquake
Japan Earthquake(3)Smooth operation of University of Aizu Revitalization
Center(3)Smooth operation of University of Aizu Revitalization
CenterA

For the smooth operation of the University of Aizu Revitalization
Center, make efforts to build an evaluation system (PDCA cycle)
with systematic performance indicators and implement outcome
creation of industrial promotion.

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We made efforts to create a system for assigning dedicatedBy assigning two specialized faculty members to thefaculty members to the Revitalization Center. Starting in FY2015, Revitalization Center (general PM, LICTiA administrator), we
we assigned two dedicated faculty members in an effort towere able to implement our action plan as written.
strengthen our operational structure.

In order to improve operations of the UoA Revitalization Center,strengthen it by employing full-time faculty for the Center, etc.,
promoting products like the Robot Valley Promotion Project, etc.
aimed at university business government collaboration, thedevelopment of IT entrepreneures, and the realization of the
Fukushima Innovation Coast concept.

141
ARC

Smoothly operate ”ICT lab”, which is the core facility of the
University of Aizu Revitalization Center and base of experimental
study of leading-edge ICT. Conduct variety of advanced research
including strategic cooperation with other organizations andNurture leading ICT talents by hands-on training methods.

B

C

ANNUAL140
ARC

In order to contribute to revitalization from the Great East Japan
Earthquake in accordance with the “Vision for Revitalization of
Fukushima Prefecture,” taking advantage of characteristics as an
ICT-specialized university, reinforce the administration of the
University of Aizu Revitalization Center by deploying specializedteachers, etc.

A

B

MID-TERMＡ

Provide the Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA),
which opened in October as a place for people from academia,
industry, and government (UoA faculty, researchers, students,
individuals from UoA-launched venture companies, municipal
employees, etc.) can gather. In addition, with the Revitalization
Center serving as a core, promote research related to utilizing ICT
in disaster reconstruction, including renewable energy, big data
analysis, and research that leverages cloud platforms.
Further, carry out talent development projects using practicalmethods aimed at region-building, such as "University of Aizu IT
Entrepreneur Development Program" and the "Problem Solvingbased Talent Development Model Project."

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100

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We assigned two specialized faculty members to the
Revitalization Center (general PM, LICTiA administrator) who
played a central role in promoting each project.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to improve operations of the UoA Revitalization Center,strengthen it by employing full-time faculty for the Center, etc.,
and promoting nurture of ICT entrepreneurs, the Robot Valley
Promotion Project for the realization of the Fukushima Innovation
Coast concept, etc.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We opened the Laboratory for leading-edge ICT (LICTiA) in
Aizu in October 2015 and provided it at a new place foruniversity-industry-government collaboration.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We are smoothly operating the Laboratory for leading-edge ICT(LICTiA), the prefecture's base for empirical research and the coreof the Revitalization Center, and are implementing our action planas written.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We engaged in various collaborations such as asking UoAlaunched ventures to participate in technical consultations andexchanges of opinions with companies as necessary, conducting
343 AOI meetings in FY2016.
Further, we collaborated with UoA-launched ventures when
implementing the Industrial Robot Development Support Project,
the University of Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Program,"and the "Problem Solving-based Talent Development Model
Project") (Fukushima prefecture subsidized projects).
[reprint #126](FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Provide the Laboratory for Advanced ICT in Aizu (LICTiA), as aplace for people from academia, industry, and government (UoA
faculty, researchers, students, individuals from UoA-launched
venture companies, municipal employees, etc.) can gather. In
addition, with the Revitalization Center serving as a core, promoteresearch related to utilizing ICT in disaster reconstruction,
including renewable energy, big data analysis, and research thatleverages cloud platforms.
We will continue to conduct talent development projects using
practical methods aimed at region-building, such as "University of
Aizu IT Entrepreneur Development Program" and the "Problem
Solving-based Talent Development Model Project."(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Since the founding of Revitalization Center in March 2013,
Revitalization Center Steering Committee and University of Aizu
Revitalization Center Advisory Board meetings have been held
periodically. Utilizing the evaluations conducted by these twobodies, the Revitalization Center has been operated using anevaluation system with systematic performance indicators (PDCA
cycle).

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In order to smoothly operate the Revitalization Center, weconstructed a system that utilizes internal and external evaluation
organizations and reflects the results of evaluations in theoperation of the RC. Further, we have been able to implement theaction plan as written.

C

Make sure to complete LICTIA by the end of 2015. Use theevaluations by the ARC Steering Committee (the internalorganization that deliberates matters related to the operation of theARC) and the ARC Advisory Board (which evaluates and provides
advice regarding the appropriateness of the ARC's project plans
and its performance) to create systematic performance indices.
Operate ARC based on a PDCA cycle using these indices.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Refer to the above(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Make sure to complete LICTIA by the end of 2015. Use theevaluations by the ARC Steering Committee (the internalorganization that deliberates matters related to the operation of theARC) and the ARC Advisory Board (which evaluates and provides
advice regarding the appropriateness of the ARC's project plans
and its performance) to create systematic performance indices.
Operate ARC based on a PDCA cycle using these indices.

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake
Item

2. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Utilization of IT to Support the Quake Restoration

II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake
Item(1) Support for health surveys, etc. from IT perspectives

2. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Utilization of IT to Support the Quake Restoration

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
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sibility)

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Manage the data collected in the survey on prefectural citizens’
health management conducted by Fukushima Medical University
in a manner that allows the prefectural citizens to feel at easeabout their data being collected. This will be done by leveraging
the UoA's specialized knowledge about ICT to continue to provide
support, including security measures that anticipates systemdevelopment and crisis management.

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MID-TERM(1) Support for health surveys, etc. from IT perspectives

Through cooperation with the Fukushima Prefecture andFukushima Medical University regarding the prefectural citizens’
medical checkups, from the standpoint of an ICT- specialized
university, realize long-term management of data obtained fromprefectural citizens’ medical checkups in a safe manner.

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ANNUALA

Ａ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We participated in a review meeting on the management of datacollected in the Prefectural Citizen's Health Survey and provided
advice.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The plans are expected to be realized.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to the above, we participated in review meetings on
the prevision of data for the purpose of prefecturally-organized
academic research.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Manage the data collected in the survey on prefectural citizens’
health management conducted by Fukushima Medical University
in a manner that allows the prefectural citizens to feel at easeabout their data being collected. This will be done by leveraging
the UoA's specialized knowledge about ICT to provide support,
including security measures that anticipate system development
and crisis management.
[reprint #117]

3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake
Item

2. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Utilization of IT to Support the Quake Restoration

II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake
Item

（i）

Promote research activities for advanced ICT, in order toestablish disaster-resistant, safe and sustainableA
environmental society.

advanced IT research such as Smart Grid and Green IT, etc. as a
core.

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Promote research activities for advanced IT, in order toestablish disaster-resistant, safe and sustainable
environmental society.

Promote research in the fields of local government cloud, urban
OS* (reconstruction modeling of Hama-dori), tsunami simulationand local weather information, etc.
*OS: Operating System（ii） Build IT infrastructure for a renewable energy model, using(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
sibility)(2) Approaches for creation of new industry(2) Approaches for creation of new industry

A

2. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Utilization of IT to Support the Quake Restoration

MID-TERM(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
From 2012 to 2014, we promoted research into energy
The plans are expected to be realized.
management systems and other topics in collaboration withindustry through the METI-subsidized University-Business
Innovation Promotion Project. Further, we participated in planning
Enhancement of Societal Resiliency against Natural Disasters
project, one of the programs of the Cabinet Office's Crossministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) startingin 2014.

By participating in the "Strengthening of Resilient Disaster
Prevention and Mitigation Functionality"" research anddevelopment project (part of the Cabinet Office's "Regional
Innovation Strategy Support Program"), etc., promote research
activities for the construction of a disaster-resilient, safe, andsustainable social environment.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We demonstrated the results of research conducted as part of the By participating in the "Strengthening of Resilient Disaster
Enhancement of Societal Resiliency against Natural Disasters
Prevention and Mitigation Functionality" research andproject, one of the programs of the Cabinet Office's Crossdevelopment project (part of the Cabinet Office's "Regional
ministerial Strategic Innovation Promotion Program, at the August Innovation Strategy Support Program"), etc., promote research2016 Fukushima Prefecture Comprehensive Disaster Drill.
activities for the construction of a disaster-resilient, safe, andsustainable social environment.

145
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ARC

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
As part of the MEXT subsidy project “Regional Innovation
Strategic Support Program,” research on smart-grid informationbase was promoted in the reusable energy field.
[reprint #85]

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For contributing to support toward revitalization and recovery
from the Great East Japan Earthquake, we have been continuously
implementing research on use of reusable energy. Therefore theplan is expected to be completed as its original.
[reprint #85]

（ii） 【Reprint】 Having been selected for the MEXT "Regional(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The R&D system built for the field of renewable energy,
FY2017 was the last year of the the MEXT subsidy project
established by the MEXT-subsidy project “Program for Supporting“Regional Innovation Strategic Support Program” (started from
Regional Innovation Strategy” (Project term: FY2012-2016), will
August 2012). We handled functional tuning of architecture of
be maintained continuously. University-business-government
smart-grid information base, and classification of design
specifications, user manual, and library. And the AIST, Fukushima collaboration of other universities and companies in Fukushima
prefecture will be promoted. In order to revitalize Fukushima
University, etc. were in the collaboration and we worked on
prefecture, the Revitalization Center will take the core role inclassifying and summarizing experimental results of existing
research, etc. in the field of renewable energy sources, big-datareference project and verification system. We established interfield collaboration platform aiming at fostering software engineers analysis, and cloud infrastructure. Research related toand researchers continuously in the field of reusable energy in the revitalization following the disaster by using ICT will beregion. The project received "A" as the finishing evaluation from promoted.
[reprint #85]
MEXT in March, 2019.
[reprint #85]

Innovation Strategy Support Program" in August, 2014, we haveinvited researchers with the knowledge and expertise needed toresearch and develop renewable energy. With FY2016 being thefinal year fo the project, we will promote initaitives aiming at
exanding the actual users （reference development support, etc.).
Tune the functions of the architecture of the information platform
which was researched and developed from FY2012 to FY2015.
Further, organize the design documents, user manuals, and library.
In addition, organize and manage the demonstration results of thevarious reference projects and demonstrator systems promoted by
the research institutes such as AIST, Fukushima University, etc.
toward implementation. Use these outputs to promote thedevelopment of software developers for the region's renewableenergy field, the continued output of R&D talent, and theestablishment of an interdisciplinary collaboration platform

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake
3. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Item Collaboration and Cooperation in Provision of Support toReconstruction

II Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Provision of Support to Reconstruction from the Great
East Japan Earthquake

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
3. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Respon MID-TERM
Item Collaboration and Cooperation in Provision of Support to sibility)
ANNUAL
Reconstruction
MID-TERM
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in collaboration and cooperation with the Prefectural Government,
local municipalities, Fukushima Medial University, othernational/public/private universities, research institutions andprivate companies inside and outside Fukushima in a proactive
manner.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In November 2015 we signed a memorandum on security with
The plans are expected to be realized.
the Fukushima Prefectural Police Headquarters, shared
information on cybercrime, and provided technical support.
We participated in a review meeting on the management of datacollected in the Prefectural Citizen's Health Survey with
Fukushima Medical University and provided advice.
In February 2015, we signed a collaborative agreement with AIST.
In April 2015, we signed a consulting contract to work as part oftheir robotics project.
We worked with Fukushima University on collaborative research
into renewable energy in MEXT's Regional Innovation Strategy
Support Program (2012-2016).

（１） （ａ） Collaboration with Fukushima Medical University(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a) In addition to the above, we participated in review meetings on (a) Collaboration with Fukushima Medical University
Manage the data collected in the survey on prefectural citizens’
the prevision of data for the purpose of prefecturally-organized
health management conducted by Fukushima Medical University
academic research from May 2016. In addition, we started acollaborative research project with Aizu Medical Center.
in a manner that allows the prefectural citizens to feel at ease(b) Collaborating with Fukushima Prefectural Police Headquarters, about their data being collected. This will be done by leveraging
we conducted the Prefectural Cybercrime Prevention Leader
the UoA's specialized knowledge about ICT to provide support,
Development Seminar for the first time in December 2016.
including security measures that anticipate system development(c) We continued to implement the MEXT Regional Innovationand crisis management.
Strategy Support Program. In addition, we signed a comprehensive Further, promote initiatives such as periodic opinion exchanges
cooperative agreement with Koriyama city and the Koriyama Area with the AMC regarding industry-academia collaboration.
Technopolis Promotion Organization for the purposes of[reprint #117]
revitalizing the ICT industry and supporting post-disaster recovery, (b) Collaboration with Fukushima Prefectural Police Headquarters
etc.
The Fukushima Prefectural Police and the UoA signed a
Memorandum of Understanding regarding cyber security on
Friday, November 2015. In accordance with this agreement, we
will promote initiatives including technical support, etc. related tothe direction for solving the problem of threats in cyberspace,criminal investigations, and damage control. This initiative will belead by the UoA's UBIC and volunteer faculty who are experts inthe security field.
(c) Collaboration with local municipals, etc.
Continuously promote industrial and human development
through the existing collaboration agreements with AizuWakamatsu city, Kitakata city, and Okuma town board ofeducation. In addition, based on the inclusive collaborationagreement with Koriyama City and the Koriyama Area
Technopolis Promotion Organization of December 2016,industrial advancement mainly with ICT, development of ICT
personnel, and support for revitalization following the East Japan
Great Earthquake will be promoted.

Manage the data collected in the survey on prefectural citizens’
health management conducted by Fukushima Medical University
in a manner that allows the prefectural citizens to feel at easeabout their data being collected. This will be done by leveraging
the UoA's specialized knowledge about ICT to provide support,
including security measures that anticipates system development
and crisis management.
Further, promote initiatives such as periodic opinion exchanges
regarding industry-academia collaboration.
（ｂ） Collaboration with Fukushima Prefectural Police
Headquarters
The Fukushima Prefectural Police and the UoA signed a
Memorandum of Understanding regarding cyber security on
Friday, November 2015. In accordance with this agreement, we
will promote initiatives including technical support, etc. related tothe direction for solving the problem of threats in cyberspace,criminal investigations, and damage control. This initiative will belead by the UoA's UBIC and volunteer faculty who are experts inthe security field.
（ｃ） Collaboration with AIST, Fukushima University, etc.
In the MEXT "Regional Innovation Strategic Support Program",
which is in its last fiscal year, we will organize and manage thethe results of demonstrations of various reference projects anddemonstration systems that have been promoted with research
institutions such as AIST and Fukushima University aiming atpractical implementation.
Further, we will promote specfiic initiatives including partnershipagreements with AIST and other institutes.

105Collaborating with Fukushima prefecture, municipality, theUniversity of Aizu Revitalization Center, other universities,
research institutions, and private companies, work on diversified
revitalization support programs.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We cooperated and collaborated with the prefecture,
Under collaboration with Aizu Chihou Shinkou Kyoku andMinami Aizu Chihou Shinkou Kyoku, package designing and PR municipalities, the UoA Revitalization Center, other universities
for dispopulated mountainous area were held. Under collaboration and research institutes, and private sector companies on various
with Aizu-wakamatsu city and Okuma town, the JCD engaged in projects. We believe that we will largely be able to achieve theunique efforts to support revitalization, including Kids College and medium-term plans.
Revitalization Support Special Lectures, etc. for evacuated family
and those originally in Aizu from AY2012. In addition, we worked
on projects related to revitalization.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Under collaboration with students in metropolitan areas, theprefecture, and relevant local municipals, advertisement articles
and in-car ads were created for Minami Aizu. These efforts were
for wiping out bad rumor related to the nuclear disaster andrevitalization support for the storm victims.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Collaborating with Fukushima prefecture, municipality, theUniversity of Aizu Revitalization Center, other universities,
research institutions, and private companies, work on diversified
revitalization support programs.

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MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Item Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness(1) Measures for achievement of goals for improvementof organizational operation

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Item Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
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sibility)(1) Measures for achievement of goals for improvementof organizational operation

A-1 Promote employment of new administrative staff in a well-planned

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SGU

manner with English proficiency and overseas experience as theelements of selection in order to secure and develop administrative
personnel with highly-specialized knowledge and abilities.

Ａ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(a) We conducted hiring in a systematic manner each fiscal year
based on the corporation's hiring policies.
(b) Each fiscal year, we hired individuals with specialized
knowledge, experience, etc. to conduct specific projects.
(c) From FY2012 to FY2013, we participated in the SD joint
training conducted by the Academia Consortium Fukushima. A
total of nine individuals underwent three training sessions. Eachfiscal year we proactively allowed employees to participate intraining at the Fukushima Training Center for Local Officers andtraining aimed at skill improvement.
(d) Starting in fiscal 2014, we have conducted English classes for
employees in an effort to improve their English skills.

A-1 (a) Require a certain level of English proficiency for hiring

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ANNUAL

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Ｂ(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We have worked to implement the plans more or less as written,
whether it's employing individuals with the highly-specialized
knowledge and experience needed to implement specific projects,
etc., hiring corporate administrative personnel based on the plan,or proactively participating in training, etc. As such, we believethat the plans will be achieved as written.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Based on the corporation's hiring policy, we hired employees in (a) Require a certain level of English proficiency for hiringa systematic manner. Hired: 2 employees
corporate employees. Further, continue to hire corporate
As a result, 25 of 70 administrative employees are now corporate employees in a planned manner, while considering candidates'international experience, etc.
employees.
(b) Wired individuals with the highly-specialized knowledge and (b) Employ individuals with highly-specialized knowledge andexperience for implementation of specific projects, etc., in aexperience needed to implement specific projects, etc
Specific Project Support Staff Hired: 5flexible manner.
(c) Make proactive efforts to improve administrative personnel's(SGU: 2, Revitalization Center: 3)(c) While there were no opportunities to participate in SD training specialized skills for management of the University by utilizing
various training programs, in addition to Staff Development (SD)through collaboration with other universities, we proactively
trainings conducted in cooperation with other universities inallowed employees to participate in training at the Fukushima
Fukushima Prefecture.
Training Center for Local Officers and training aimed at skill
improvement organized by the Japan Association of Municipal and (d) We will continue to provide language training programs toadministrative staff, and English proficiency tests such as TOEIC
Prefectural Colleges and Universities, etc.
will be proactively promoted to measure achievement and increase
Fukushima Training Center for Local Officers Participants: 7
motivation among staff members.
Skill Improvement Training Participants: 16(d) In an effort to improve employees' English skills, we conductedemployee English classes part of the SGU project. The program
featured multiple classes with different skill levels aimed at
improving skills gradually. 20 employees participated in hour-longweekly classes from April to March.

corporate employees. Further, continue to hire corporate
employees in a gradual and planned manner, while considering
candidates' international experience, etc.
(b) Employ individuals with highly-specialized knowledge andexperience for implementation of specific projects, etc., in a
flexible manner.
(c) Make proactive efforts to improve administrative personnel's
specialized skills for management of the University by utilizing
various training programs, in addition to SD trainings conducted incooperation with other universities in Fukushima Prefecture.
(d) Make efforts to improve clerks’ linguistic ability byimplementing a language skill-up training program for clerks, etc.

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advanced task by establishing and utilizing a system for personnel
exchanges and dispatch training with other domestic universities.
Discuss implementation of personnel training program at hubs
overseas.

A-2(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We gathered information on personnel exchanges with other
Regarding personnel exchanges, we visited other universities
institutes from Akita International University and Kochi University with the objective of conducting exchanges this fiscal year. We
of Technology
plan to engage in concrete discussions regarding this matter.
Further, regarding the dispatch of individuals for training atoverseas bases, we will first start on a trial basis. In the future, wewill continue to discuss a detailed system. As such, we believe thatthe plans will be achieved as written.

Continue collecting information regarding ideal personnel
exchange systems with national/public universities and withprefectural organizations.
Further, consider dispatching corporate (UoA) employees withstrong English skills to overseas bases for training, etc.

B-1 In order to smoothly carry out the University operation, establish a(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Based on collected information, we discussed what sort ofexchanges we would pursue. We also continued to discuss thecollection of information and the feasibility of exchanges.
Further, as part of training administrative staff with sufficient
English abilities, we created opportunities for SGU-related
overseas business travel.
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system which supports the Chairperson of the Board of Executives
in making prompt and accurate decisions, while the Board of
Executives, the Management Council, the Education and ResearchCouncil, the Faculty Assembly and standing committees
adequately share roles.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Develop a system for inter-organizational personnel exchanges
with other universities and prefectural organizations.
For corporate permanent staff, we will provide external training
at our partner universities and the Silicon Valley site and businesstrips related to the SGU project to increase opportunities ofinternational deployment.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In order to smoothly operate the university, we appropriately held In order to smoothly operate the university, we held Board of
Board of Executive (BOE) meetings, Management Council (MC) Executive (BOE) meetings, Management Council (MC) meetings,
meetings, Education and Research Council (E&R) meetings, and Education and Research Council (E&R) meetings, and Council for
Council for Selection of the Chairperson of the Board of
Selection of the Chairperson of the Board of Executives (Selection
Executives (Selection Council) meetings.
Council) meetings based on an appropriate diMeetings by Council
vision of roles in support of the timely and appropriate decisionmaking of the Chairperson of the Board of Executives. As such,
Selection
BOE
MC
E&R
we believe that the plans will be achieved as written.
Council
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015B-1 Carry out the University operation flexibly and efficiently by

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Management Council and Education and Research Council
Make effort to realize prompt decision makings by managing theinclude external members. We reflect these outside viewpoints in meetings efficiently after the improvement of committees,
the operation of the corporation and in the education and research councils, etc.
of the university.
The Board of Executives, as the corporation's final decisionmaking body, aims to collaborate under an appropriate division ofroles with the other organizations to operate the university in anagile, efficient manner.
Further, the number of Education and Research Council meetings
was revised and decided to put it in effect from FY 2017.
(FY2016 Meetings)
BOE: 4, MC: 3, E&R: 10

prompt decision-making, while the Board of Executives, theManagement Council, the Education and Research Council, etc.
adequately share roles.

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a. Adequately operate the Education and Research Council, theFaculty Assembly and standing committees.
b. Adequately operate the Center for Rejuvenation of Local
Communities and the Career Support Center, as well as standing
committees.

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The Research and Education Council deliberated importantmatters related to research and education.
FY2012: 2 meetings; FY2013: 7 meetings; FY2014: 2 meetings;
FY2015: 2 meetings
The Faculty Assembly deliberated issues related to student
admissions, graduation, degree conferment, and educational
programs, etc.
The various committees including the Academic Affairs andWelfare Committee, Career Guidance Committee, Admissions
Examination Committees, and Planning and Management
Committee were appropriately operated at the appropriate time.
The Local Revitalization Center Operational Committee mainlyorganized external collaboration and join research projects
including public lectures and outreaches.
Regarding the Career Support Center, we appropriately operated
it by opening it every day from Monday to Friday to provide direct
consultations in the consultation office, as well as phone
consultations, etc.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In order to smoothly operate the university, we held Board of
Executive (BOE) meetings, Management Council (MC) meetings,
Education and Research Council (E&R) meetings, and Council for
Selection of the Chairperson of the Board of Executives (Selection
Council) meetings and conducted deliberations.
Further, we appropriately operated the Center for Rejuvenation of
Local Communities and Career Support Center. Given thesefactors, we expect we will achieve the plan.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)a. We held four Research and Education Council meetings thata. Adequately operate the Education and Research Council, theFaculty Assembly and standing committees.
year and deliberated important matters related to UoA researchb. Adequately operate the Center for Rejuvenation of Local
and education. At the Faculty Assembly, a broad array of issues
related to student admissions, graduation, degree conferment, and Communities and the Career Support Center, as well as standing
committees. Further, we will establish a new Admission andeducational programs, etc. were deliberated.
Further, the various committees including the Academic Affairs Public Relations Center (working title) and comprehensively
and Welfare Committee, Career Guidance Committee, Admissions promote the analysis of entrance examinations and public relations
activities.
Examination Committees, and Planning and Management
Committee were appropriately operated.
b. Regarding the Center for Rejuvenation of Local Communities
we held two steering committee meetings and operated the center
appropriately by striving to promote the strengthening ofuniversity-business-public-private collaboration. The operational
promotion meeting was held twice.
Regarding the Career Support Center, we appropriately operated
it by opening it every day from Monday to Friday to provide direct
consultations in the consultation office, as well as phone
consultations, etc.

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B-2 Adequately operate the Faculty Assembly and the Graduate
School Faculty Assembly, taking into consideration roles of therespective standing committees.

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We appropriately operated the faculty assembly and graduate
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
school faculty assembly in consideration of issues such as the role
they have been given. Namely, the deliberation of issues related toresearch and education.
Faculty Assembly Meetings
RegularExtraordinary

FY201211
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FY201411
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FY2015
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FY2012
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FY201411
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We appropriately operated the faculty assembly and graduate
Adequately operate the Faculty Assembly and the Graduate
school faculty assembly in consideration of issues such as the role School Faculty Assembly meetings, taking into consideration
they have been given. Namely, the deliberation of issues related to appropriate sharing of roles with various standing committees, etc.
research and education.
Faculty Assembly Meetings
Regular meetings: 11 Extraordinary meetings: 1
Graduate School Faculty Assembly Meetings
Regular meetings: 11 Extraordinary meetings: 1

School Faculty Assembly meetings, taking into consideration
appropriate sharing of roles with various standing committees, etc.

Adequately operate the Faculty Assembly, taking into
consideration roles of the respective standing committees.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Based on discussion at various internal committees,
regular/special/special Faculty Assembly was appropriately
conducted.
RegularSpecial/urgent

FY201211
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accounting affairs, review and evaluate business operation items
needing improvement with the help of knowledgeable persons andspecialists from outside the University, such as an audit
corporation, etc. to ensure a system for implementing measuresnecessary for improvement of the University.

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FY201511
9(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Regular, Special, and Extraordinary meetings of the faculty
assembly was held as appropriate and at the appropriate time.
Regular FA meetings: 11
Special/Extraordinary FA meetings: 7

B-3 For adequate business operation of the University including

Ｂ(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We held regular and special meetings of the Faculty Assembly as
appropriate and at the appropriate time. As such, we expect wewill achieve the plan as written.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(delete)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
University operations underwent an audit by an accounting
Through the exchange of audit information, etc. with theauditor and auditor. We received opinions that our operations were accounting auditor and auditor, we ascertained where operationalin good order. After receiving the approval of the prefecture
improvements were needed. Further, we established four-way talks
regarding those opinions, we published our financial statements, as a system for implementing the necessary improvements, etc. As
etc. on the homepage.
such, we expect we will achieve the plan as written.

B-3 Undergo an accounting audit by an audit corporation, ensure(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Based on Accouting Audit, assets claimed to the prefecture as a
specific one were registered as special assets upon registration of
fixed assets.
Moreover, audit was conducted in line with relevant audit plans.
Amid the audits, an advice was given from auditor to add aninventory list of assets upon settlement of accunts in regardes to
the Support Association, etc.
Regarding the results of the accounting audit and auditor audit,
we received an opinion that the content was in good order. We
received approval from the prefecture on September 26, 2016 andpublished the financial statements, etc. for FY2015 on the
homepage.

adequate accounting operation through collaboration with theaudit corporation, and promptly make improvements if necessary.

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Accounting audits by accounting auditors, clearance audits byauditors, operational audits by auditors, audits by auditors, andopportunities of information exchanges with accounting auditors
and auditors are continuously utilized to hold a system for
immediately grasp points operational improvement are required.

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application policy, in principle. Also, secure excellent faculty
members through introduction of diverse employment systems.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We used public recruitment as a general rule and implemented a(a) We hired faculty members each fiscal year through anvariety of employment patterns in an effort to secure facultyinternational faculty search.
(b) We screened faculty members eligible to be screened for tenure members. As such, we expect we will achieve the plan as written.
qualification each fiscal year based on the relevant standards.
(c) We employed UBIC, Revitalization Center, and Center for
Globalization specially-appointed using a term of office of three
years or less.
(d) We employed one excellent PhD with the potential to become
a UoA faculty member as a special researcher starting in 2014.
Starting from October 2015, that individual has been conducting
overseas training.
Hiring of faculty members with term of office
UBIC
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015C-1 (a) Continue the open application policy for employment of faculty
members.
(b) Promote adequate operation of the tenure-track system throughimplementation of qualification examinations for tenure-track
faculty members based on the designated criteria, etc.
(c) Utilize a strategic fixed-term system for employment of faculty
members in advanced research fields, etc.
(d) Making use of the UoA's Special Researcher System, foster
excellent talents who will become future UoA faculty.

2
0
0
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Center0
2

Center for
Globalization
01(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a) We hired six new faculty members through an international
faculty search.
(b) We screened two faculty members eligible to be screened fortenure qualification based on the relevant standards.
(c) We employed UBIC, Revitalization Center, and Center for
Globalization specially-appointed using a term of office of three
years or less.
UBIC: Two faculty members (Change from previous year: ±0)
Revitalization Center: Four faculty members (Change fromprevious year: +2)
Center for Globalization: Three faculty members (Change fromprevious year: ±0)(d) We employed one excellent PhD with the potential to become
a UoA faculty members as a special researcher starting in 2014.
Starting from October 2015, that individual has been conducting
overseas training (Scheduled to return in August 2017).

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Continue the open application policy for employment of faculty
members.
(b) Promote adequate operation of the tenure-track system throughimplementation of qualification examinations for tenure-track
faculty members based on the designated criteria, etc.
(c) Appointment of faculty members will be conducted efficiently
and centralized to the fields of regional contribution and support
for revitalization by utilizing fixed-term system which is for
employment with term of office.
(d) Making use of the UoA's Special Researcher System, foster
excellent talents who will become future UoA faculty.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We aimed to improve the motivation and quality of faculty
members by utilizing promotions based on the internal promotion
system and international recruitment, as well as appropriately
operating the tenure track system.
In order to discuss a comprehensive HR evaluation system, wecollected information by surveying Kochi Institute of Technology,
which evaluates faculty performance.
Hiring of Full-Time Faculty Members(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The internal promotion system, etc. is being operated
appropriately. Further, regarding the establishment of acomprehensive HR evaluation system, we implemented the systemin earnest in FY2018 considering the results of the trial
implementation in FY2019. As such, we believe that the plans will
be achieved as written.

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C-2 While implementing appropriate personnel evaluation systems toincrease faculty’s incentives and improve the quality of education
and research, such as the internal promotion system and thetenure-track system, develop a comprehensive personnel
evaluation system in order to properly evaluate educational andresearch achievements.

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Internal
promotion
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015

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recruitment
675
5

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6
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C-2 Establish and operate an internal promotion system, tenure-track(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
An achievement evaluation system for faculty members will be
Promotions through internal promotion system:
established and tested. At the same time, the Deliberation Meeting- Associate to Senior Associate Professor: 1of Achievement System for Faculty Members will continue toCompeting with external applications through international
recruitment, the following number of individuals were promoted. engage in further deliberation aimed at brushing up the system. In- Professor: 3, Senior Associate Professor: 5, Associate Professor: the future, based on the evaluation given through the system, theinternal promotion system and tenure track system shall be
1Further, we screened two faculty members eligible to be screened operated. The Deliberation Meeting of Achievement System forFaculty Members will conduct further deliberation in depth.
for tenure qualification based on the relevant standards.
Regarding the establishment of a comprehensive HR evaluation
system, we launched a Faculty Performance Evaluation System
Review Meeting and conducted discussions toward theestablishment of the system.

system, etc. based on appropriate evaluation criteria. In addition,internally establish an organization to discuss a system forcomprehensively evaluating the research and educationachievements, contributions to the university, etc. of faculty
members.

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b. As preparation for establishment of a comprehensive personnel
evaluation system for appropriate evaluation of educational andresearch achievements, discuss further how to compile and handlean "Annual Business Achievement Report."

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In order to establish integrated HR evaluation system which
In order to establish an integrated HR evaluation system toappropriately assess achievements in education and research, items appropriately evaluate educational and research achievements, weand utilization of duty and activity achievements report werediscussed the state and handling of Business Activity Reports anddiscussed. In FY2014, said report was used for assessment ofdecided to use them as examination material upon deciding theapplicants for compeititive research funds. For reviewing
allocation of competitive research funds.
individual activities conducted by faculty members and positioning Given these factors, we expect we will largely achieve the plan.
the place for grasping issues, submission of said report became
significant. For establishment of the personnel evaluation system,
we intended to increase awareness of (said report?)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
As preparatory work for the establishment of an integrated HR
a. Examine the methods for provision of incentives which can help
raise faculty members' motivation.
evaluation system to appropriately evaluate educational andresearch achievements, we made the submission of businessb. As preparation for establishment of a comprehensive personnel
activity reports. In FY2014, said report was used for assessment of evaluation system for appropriate evaluation of educational andapplicants for compeititive research funds. For reviewing
research achievements, internal administration, and contribution toindividual activities conducted by faculty members and positioning local communities, discuss further how to compile and handle an
the place for grasping issues, submission of said report became"Annual Business Activity Achievement Report."
significant. For establishment of the personnel evaluation system,
we intended to increase awareness of (said report?)

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example, realization of more efficient execution of researchbudgets, etc., in order to create an environment in which faculty
members can concentrate on research and gain goodachievements.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In addition to establishing regulations on the handling of publicresearch funds in March 2015, we conducted sweeping revisionsof accounting enforcement compliance requirements related tofaculty ordering.

C-3 Inform faculty members of manuals such as the Financial(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The plans are expected to be realized.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In addition to notifying all faculty of the accounting enforcement Inform faculty members of manuals such as the Financial
compliance requirements related to ordering, we also assured that Expenditure Compliance Items Regarding Faculty Purchasing anddetails of honoraria payment are submitted in advance. In addition, hold workshops, etc. for fraud prevention.
we assured the reconfirmation of handling of withholding tax.

Expenditure Compliance Items Regarding Faculty Purchasing andrevise the procedures for tasks towards preventing the fraudulent
payment of honoraria.

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Publicize the manuals such as "JCD order placement manual forfaculty members," and review them as necessary.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In AY2014, two regulations were created for prevention of
misconduct of research activities and misuse of public researchfunds.
Moreover, we promoted strict observation of the purchace
manual for faculty members. Depending on necessity, we
promoted efficient conduct of research fund procedures.
AY2013 Change on Methods of Payment for Highway Tool Fee(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In AY2014, two regulations were created for prevention of
misconduct of research activities and misuse of public researchfunds.
We revised the manuals for faculty ordering, etc. as needed andmade efforts to appropriately conduct accounting tasks, etc.
Further, we conducted compliance training based on theregulations and aimed to assure dissemination of information on
manuals for faculty ordering, etc.
For newly-hired faculty members, at the beginning of fiscal year,
explanatory meeting was held in regards to use of research funds.
Said manual was given to them for strict observation thereof.
Given these factors, we expect we will achieve the plan.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We will work to disseminate information about accounting
We revised the manuals for faculty ordering, etc. as needed andmade efforts to appropriately conduct accounting tasks, etc.
compliance matters concerning faculty ordering . At the same
- Method of payment for car rental fee was changed
time, we will make revisions needed.
- Addition of warning items related to kakenhi
For newly-hired faculty members, at the beginning of fiscal year,
explanatory meeting was held in regards to use of research funds.
Said manual was given to them for strict observation thereof.

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Item Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness1. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Item Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness(2) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
improvement of effectiveness and practicality ofadministrative work(2) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
improvement of effectiveness and practicality ofadministrative work

A

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
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sibility)

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ANNUALＡ

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0

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0

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0

ANNUAL

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Simplify and rationalize administrative work of the University,
while reviewing and reorganizing administrative organizations andplacement of personnel. In addition, promote outsourcing ofadministrative work, where possible.

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MID-TERM

ANNUAL

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(a-1) Organizing weekly meeting of management personnel of the Sharing duty-related information, we executed efficient andadministrative office, we shared information and collaborated with rational administration. In addition, we outsourced as manyother divisions, etc. Accordingly we have put our effort on
administrative tasks as possible. Therefore the plan is expected to
executing administration in an effective and rational way.
be achieved as its original.
(a-2) As well as outsourcing OA operations for salary, travel
expense, and accounting duties to temporary employment
agencies, translation/interpretation, security, facility management,
etc. were continuously consigned. Furthermore, in order topromote discussion on new outsourcing, we accumulated
information at exhibitions.

(ａ-1) Strengthen collaboration among the divisions and sections of
the Administrative Office, and promote centralized business
operations by an efficient executing system, as well as increasing
efficiency and rationalization of administrative work.
(ａ-2) Continue existing outsourcing practices foradministrative/management work of the Administrative Officewith contract staff, and discuss the possibility of outsourcing ofother work.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a-1) Organizing weekly meeting of management personnel of theadministrative office, we shared duty-related information.
Accordingly we have put our effort on executing administration inan effective and rational way.
(a-2) As well as outsourcing OA operations for salary, travel
expense, and accounting duties to temporary employment
agencies, translation/interpretation, security, facility management,
etc. were continuously consigned. In addition, we discussed about
additional outsourcing (of MYNUMBER duties.) However, there
is cost and security related issued. Therefore we decided tocontinue discussion about it.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a-1) To promote the ongoing globalization of the University,
strengthen collaboration among the divisions and sections of the
Administrative Office aiming to establish an efficient executing
system as a whole university, as well as increasing efficiency andrationalization of administrative work.
(a-2) Continue existing outsourcing practices foradministrative/management work of the Administrative Officewith contract staff.

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and examine the possibility of outsourcing of other works as well. JCD(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We continuously outsourced security, facility management, andinformation system maintenance and management.
From FY2015, the Advertisement Committee discussed about
outsourcing of redesigning duties of the website.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We have been outsourced as many duties as possible. Aiming atfurther outsourcing, duties were discussed and reviewed
continuously. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its
original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We continuously outsourced security, facility management, andinformation system maintenance and management.
Moreover, new homepage maintenance and management duties
will be outsourced and necessary budget amount was secured for
FY2017.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Continue outsourcing of certain management/administrative
work, and examine the possibility of outsourcing of other works as
well.

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In order to increase efficiency of administrative work, reorganize
and merge the existing meetings and standing committees.

B

Make efforts to manage committee meetings and other meetings
in a smooth and rational manner, so that efficient operation of the
University with limited human resources can be realized. Further,aim at transition to paperless meetings in an effort to reduce officework.

Promote efficiency and streamlining of administrative work,through further promotion of paperless meetings, as well as
reorganization and merging of various meetings and standing
committees.

C(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Depending on the situation of attendees of the D&D and E&R,
Effective operation and paperless conduct of meetings reduced
these two meetings were held jointly for effective conduct ofadministrative processes. Therefore the plan is expected to bemeeting.
achieved as its originalMoreover with limited human resources, we have put effort on
realizing effective university operation through organizing
meetings on an on-demand basis.
In addition, utilizing the SGU project, we worked on conducting“paperless” meetings from FY2014.

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Establish an Academic Affairs Administration System with better
security which enhances convenience of students, faculty andadministrative personnel, and contributes to effective
administrative operation.

C

Regarding the Academic Administration System: 1. Make
adjustments to handle the four-quarter system and the FY2016
curriculum 2. Operate the system reliably, including handlingbugs. 3. Link it with other systems, such as the badge system, etc.
4. Quickly and flexibly handle issues such as adding new features,
etc.

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(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Depending on the situation of attendees of the D&D and E&R,
these two meetings were held jointly for effective conduct ofmeeting.
Moreover, the D&D and E&R meetings were conducted as aform of “paperless” meeting.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Make efforts to manage committee meetings and other meetings
in a smooth and rational manner, so that operation of the
University with limited human resources can be realized.
Furthermore, problems on the paperless meeting which has been
implemented at the D&D currently will be classified for improving
it and we will deliberate installment of the same style into othermeetings and committees.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In addition to paperless operation and email-based discussion of
the Faculty Assembly Meeting and other various meetings, small
committees were held in advance of discussion at various majorcommittees. These efforts made administration effective andrational.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In addition to paperless operation and email-based discussion of
the Faculty Assembly Meeting and other various meetings, small
committees were held in advance of discussion at various majorcommittees. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved
generally as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to paperless operation and email-based discussion of
the Faculty Assembly Meeting and other various meetings, small
committees were held in advance of discussion at various majorcommittees.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Promote efficiency and streamlining of administrative work,through further promotion of paperless meetings, as well as
reorganization and merging of various meetings and standing
committees.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Updating the academic affairs system in September 2014, we
installed a certificate auto issuing machine, provision ofacademic/class hour calendar/bulletin board and installed card
authorization of duty device. These efforts contributed on
improvement of users’ convenience, effective conduct ofadministration, and solidity of security.
In September 2015, the academic affairs system was renovatedcorresponding to the quarter system started in AY2016.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Aiming at information provision for students, faculty members,
and administrative staff, and efficient provision of services, system
specification was discussed upon system update. The plannedsystem was successfully introduced.
Including stable operation and installation of system, security
maintenance and operational handling of other information center
management devices, the plan seems to be achieved.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In AY2016, revision of the curriculum was handled. Regulatedtransitional measure and changes on registration ruling forinternational students were conducted. The course registration
planning system was revised and came to work properly.
In order to handle the major changes on curriculum in FY2018,
the existing information was provided and verification related toruling changes was continuously implemented.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Regarding the Academic Administration System: 1. Operate thesystem reliably, including handling bugs. 2. Quickly and flexibly
handle issues such as adding new features, etc. At the same time,
renovation of the Academic Administration System and Course
Planning System will be addressed due to the need to handle the
new curriculum which is scheduled to be implemented in AY
2018.

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
For AY2018 academic affairs system updates, next-term system
Appropriate use of the internal web portal “Pota.” brought inselection committee discussed about prepation of said system. Its
paperless daily duties and information sharing through wirelessdeliberation committee was established accordingly. We are
LAN environment.
Custamizing academic script issuance function and acceptance of currently determining its specification aiming at improvement ofadmission through entrance exam process in AY2013, program
convenience and affording security, and effective conduct ofadministrative duties. In AY2017, new system’s renewal contract
was changed after the AY2014 change of Center Examination.
For AY2018 academic affairs system updates, next-term system will be filed.
The internal web portal site Pota. has been used for effective
selection committee discussed about prepation of said system. Itsdeliberation committee was established accordingly.
conduct of admistrative tasks. Therefore the plan seems to beachieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Appropriate use of the internal web portal “Pota.” brought inpaperless daily duties and information sharing through wireless
LAN environment.
For AY2018 academic affairs system updates, next-term systemdeliberation committee decided the outline of the specification.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We will continue discussing the introduction of the next
academic administration system, which will contribute toimproved convenience and administrative efficiency.

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness
Item

2. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Improvement of Financial Affairs

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness
Item(1) Specific measures regarding growth of self-generated
income, including external research funds and otherrevenueＡ(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
sibility)(1) Specific measures regarding growth of self-generated
income, including external research funds and otherrevenue

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The training has been offered independently financed by tuition
In FY2013 and ’14, Utilizing the Industry-University
earnings and under collaboration with companies. Generally, theCollaboration Innovation Promotion Project (METI subsidy,
FY2013-14), paid-training in the UoA’s specialty field forplan has been under way as its original.
business persons were offered. Furthermore, in FY2015, after
completing the project, the training has been offered independently
financed by tuition earnings and under collaboration withcompanies.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Paid-training in the UoA’s specialty field were offered forbusiness persons. As same as last fiscal year, the training has beenoffered independently financed by tuition earnings and undercollaboration with companies.
- Information Security Talent Training Project (35 participants)

Donations has been allocated towards the university's operationaland maintenance costs as long as the donator did not specify its
use. Discussions will be carried out towards making it possible toinstitutionalize this series of event, from the advertisement of thesolicitation method, the manner of appreciation to donators, to thedisclosure of the use.
Establish the University of Aizu Junior College Division Student
Support Fund and operate it in a smooth manner.

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The training seminars, which have utilized external funding while
also charging participation fees, such as cyber security/data
scientist specialist development seminars, will aim at independent
operation solely with earned income from participation fees.

Improve a system for acceptance of donations from privatecompanies and graduates. Also, make efforts to collect donations
on a continuing basis, and discuss establishment of the University
Foundation.

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Discuss generation of income by holding and charging for shortperiod technical seminars for mid-career professionals.

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The training seminars, which have utilized external funding while
also charging participation fees, such as cyber security seminars,
will aim at independent operation solely with earned income fromparticipation fees.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
At the block meeting of the Public University Corporation
We just launched on discussing about donation acceptance
Association, we have put our efforts on accumulating information system. We did not facilitate it.
on ways to deal with university fund and collaboration with alumni
association.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Based on information got through the Public University
Association, we started discussion over establishment of the
donation system aiming at financial support for students.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Compile drafts of solicitation method to widely collect donations,or of setting up a fund, etc.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Establishing a new Honsho scholarship scheme in FY2014,
fundraising initiatives have been continuously conducted toward
securing its fund. Eight students newly received scholarship from
AY2015 based on the Student Award Regulation.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Donation was raised in line with the guideline of the Honsho
scholarship project which was established newly. And the fund
was provided to students as a form of scholarship. Therefore theplan is expected to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Based on the guideline of the Honsho scholarship project, theOperate Establish the University of Aizu Junior College Division
fundraising was conducted within the fiscal year. (Targeting
Student Support Fund created in FY2014 in a smooth manner.
alumnus graduated during 1987-1997)
Based on the regulation on student award, eight students received
scholarship.

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Aim to increase income by 30%, compared to the average annual
income during the period of the 1st Mid-term Goals, from usage
fees of the University facilities from the standpoint of efficient useof property.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Facilities were offered to general public so that external use
would be promoted.
[Revenue per FY]
unit: K JPY
FY2012
3,304

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(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Aiming at PC disposal earning, PC and other devices whose sales Unnecessary computer devices, etc. will be collected, classified,earnings were expected were put in the storage after collecting
and managed to promote the use of possible devices, etc. The rest
them from faculty and staff. PCs, etc. were disposed and sold off of devices shall be sold to earn profits.
as resources.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Grands-in-aid for scientific research and other various externalfunds shall be announced by email or on billboard in front of the
Research Quadrangle. Moreover, we helped out faculty members
in preparation of application documents.
FY201274

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FY2015
4,250(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
After collecting salable devices, etc. from faculty members andPCs, etc. were disposed and sold off after accumulating aiming at
administrative staff to the storage, they were sold and disposed all reusing resources. It can be said that efficient revenue from PCs istogether at one time, aiming at recycling resources.
promoted. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its
original.

In addition to promoting the utilization of reusable computersand other equipment, try to earn revenue by selling non-recyclable
items.

Aim at acquisition of external funds for research projects andimplementation of joint/commissioned research projects.
Numerical target for applications for open application-based
research funds:
More than 50 applications in total (The University)

FY2014
3,988(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
On website, the use system was promoted. However, since fourIntroducing the quarter system from FY2016 has changed thequarter system was introduced in AY2016, the use environment of facility use environment. We will continue to promote awarenessfacilities has been changed. The year-on-year drop in use ofof the facility rental system and further increase of revenue.
facility made the revenue decreased.
FY2016 Revenue 2,676K JPY

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Promote recycling of outdated computers and other equipment.

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Aim to increase annual income by 25% comparing with annual
average income during the period of the 1st Mid-term Goals by
increasing the use of University facilities. This will be achieved byutilizing the UoA homepage, etc. to disseminate information on
the facility use system

FY2013
3,997(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Four-quarter system has been introduced in AY2016 andfrequency of facility for classes was changed. But we determinedthat the annual average revenue (2,742,602JPY) of the first middle
term goal period could be increased by 30% by promoting external
use of the university facilities. Therefore the plan is expected to beachieved as its original.
FY2012 – ’16 Average annual revenue 3,643K JPY

Work toward acquisition of external funds forjoint/commissioned research projects.
Further, continue to promote faculty acquisition of externalfunding by setting successful application to external funding as arequirement for internal competitive funding.
Numerical target for applications for open application-based
research funds: More than 50 applications in total

FY201367

FY201456

FY201577(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Continuous support was provided in documentation andinformation provision of external funds.
FY2016 64 cases

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The plans are expected to be realized.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Work toward acquisition of external funds forjoint/commissioned research projects. Further, continue topromote faculty acquisition of external funding by setting
successful application to external funding as a requirement forinternal competitive funding.
Numerical target for applications for open application-based
research funds: More than 50 applications in total.

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More than 20 applications in total (The Junior College)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Faculty members frequently got information on public-offeringtype external funds. Information session related to the grands-inaid for scientific research was held. Supports for application were
offered. Proactive application was promoted.
The number of application(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Faculty members frequently got information on public-offeringtype external funds. Information session related to the grands-inaid for scientific research was held. Supports for application were
offered. Proactive application was promoted.As the result 95
proposals were made in these five years consequently.
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015At the Regional Revitalization Center, industry-government20
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20
20
citizen-academia collaboration was promoted with the prefecture,
At the Regional Revitalization Center, industry-governmentcity, town, village, and Public Interest Incorporated Foundation for
citizen-academia collaboration was promoted with the prefecture, working on the consigned research, etc.
city, town, village, and Public Interest Incorporated Foundation for Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.
working on the consigned research, etc.
The number of consigned project
FY2012FY20136(ｅ-1) For acquisition of external funds, provide support for
application for research projects, including proactive information
provision. Individual faculty members will find research issues
based on characteristics of the region and work on planning ofresearch programs and proactively apply for external funds.
(ｅ-2) Work toward the implementation of joint/commissioned
research by strengthening collaboration with industries,
governments, and private sectors under the initiative of the Center
for Rejuvenation of Local Communities.

FY20145FY20154

3(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(e-1) For acquisition of external funds, provide support for(e-1) Faculty members frequently got information on publicoffering-type external funds. Information session related to theapplication for research projects, including proactive information
provision. Individual faculty members will find research issues
grands-in-aid for scientific research was held. Supports forapplication were offered. Proactive application was promoted.
based on characteristics of the region and work on planning of
The number of applications: 17
research programs and proactively apply for external funds.
(e-2) At the Regional Revitalization Center, industry-government- (e-2) Work toward the implementation of joint/commissioned
citizen-academia collaboration was promoted with the prefecture, research by strengthening collaboration with industries,
city, town, village, and Public Interest Incorporated Foundation for governments, and private sectors under the initiative of the Centerworking on the consigned research, etc.
for Rejuvenation of Local Communities.
The number of consigned project: 2

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness
Item

2. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Improvement of Financial Affairs

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness
Item(2) Specific measures regarding economization of
expenses
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In order to economize managerial expenses, review and improve
contents and methods of business operation.

Reduce relevant costs by way of water-saving, reduction of waste,
recycling, power conservation and other energy-saving efforts.

(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
sibility)(2) Specific measures regarding economization of
expensesＡ

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2. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding
Improvement of Financial Affairs

MID-TERM

In regards to the unit-price contract system introduced as a meansof centralization of purchasing procedures, focus contracts on theitems that have high cost reduction effectiveness, having
considered the number of items consumed, etc.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Since there was no unit price contract of materials in theuniversity, a survey was conducted on circumstances of materialpurchase in the university. Afterwards, the unit price contractsystem was introduced in FY2014.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Unit price contract was implemented for materials which have
major cost cut impact.
Financial analysis and implementation of its use were discussed.
Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Based on the actual result, contract was implemented for sevenmaterials - printing papers, etc. - which have major cost cut
impact.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We will consider conducting various types of financial analysis
based on financial statements generated after becoming a public
university corporation At the same time, in order to cut costs, etc.
use of analysis results will be considered.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The environmental policy and goals were revised in FY2012.
Based on the Environmental Policy and Goals, we worked on
They were widely informed on campus so as to work on energy
energy and resource saving countermeasure. In addition, the state
and resource saving countermeasures.
of progress was surveyed, analyzed, and improved for conserving
Disposals were reduced by classifying garbage. Both-side
costs. Moreover, exceeding our goal, we tried to conserve moreprinting was firmly implemented for reducing the amount of paper electricity by replacing light bulbs with LED bulbs in systematicused. Turning off unused devises reduced electricity use. Using
manner. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its
recycled water was good for saving water.
original.
Consistent monitoring on actual operation of facilities andequipment made us possible to implement flexible operation.
Moreover, we worked on reducing operating hours of lifts and air
conditioner. Comparing with FY2010, the average of energy
consumption during summer between FY2012-15 achieved adecrease of 21.7% (goal: -15%.)
Renewal of devices – such as replacing light bulbs with LED
bulbs (756 bulbs, FY2012 - FY2015) was conducted aiming atcost and energy saving.

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Ｂ(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In addition to periodic on-campus announcements of specific
Every quarter, we informed all members (faculty, staff, andstudents) of the action plan which is based on the environmental measures taken based on the UoA environmental policies,
policy, the result of survey and analysis on the amount of energy continuously make efforts to reduce costs through promotion of
power conservation and resource saving, while fully considering
consumption, and the emphasized promotion items.
The UoA joined the Fukushima Protocol for conducting energy the education and working environment, by actively participating
in initiatives taken by the national and Fukushima prefecturalsaving and resource conservation.
Strict observation of temperature standard of air-conditioners and governments. Make improvements after examination and analysisof the situation regarding the measures taken. Also promote thepartial shutdown of lightning inside enabled us to reduce energy
utilization of facilities and machine replacement that will lead toconsumption.
By continuous monitoring, the university grasped actual status of reduction of costs and energy consumption, whenever necessary.
operation of facilities and devices. Operation hours of lifts and airconditioner were reduced. These efforts resulted a decrease ofenergy consumption by 24.4% comparing with FY2010 (Goal 15%.)
Installing the invertor to the cooling water pump and replacing
353 light bulbs with LED bulbs to offices, etc. resulted moreenergy friendly way of device renewal.

In addition to periodic on-campus announcements of specificmeasures taken based on the UoA environmental policies, makeefforts to reduce costs through promotion of power conservation
and resource saving by actively participating in initiatives taken by
the national and Fukushima prefectural governments. Make
improvements after examination and analysis of the situation
regarding the measures taken. (MS)While fully considering the working environment of staff
members, etc., continue electricity-saving efforts. While also
checking and analyzing the facility usage, promote the utilizationof facilities and machine replacement that will lead to reduction of
costs and energy consumption, whenever necessary. (FS)Ｂ
Continue to work actively on electricity/water saving.
In order to raise awareness on electricity saving, work on"visualization" of numerical targets and usage. (JCD)

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Creating the annual action plan for energy consumption, theCreating the annual action plan for energy consumption, theentire university worked on the energy saving goal by participating entire university worked on the energy saving goal by participating
the Fukushima Protocol project. The energy-saving news was
the Fukushima Protocol project.
emailed to faculty and students regularly. In addition,
In FY2013, energy-saving server was installed upon updating thecircumstance of electricity saving was shown as a form ofcomputer system.
“visible” chart so that we can motivate ourselves. Green curtain
The effort led us to exceed the goals on energy saving and CO2plants were decorated in a wall shape to create extra shades.
emission reduction. Therefore our achievement is expected to
In FY2013, energy-saving server was installed upon updating the hugely exceed the level of the original plan.
computer system.
As the result, during the four years, the goal was exceeded
extremely.
- Energy-saving (July-Sep)
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015Goals
yoy-5.0%
yoy-5.0%
yoy-1.0%
yoy-1.0%

Actual-2.0%-15.2%-5.3%-7.5%- CO2 emission reduction
FY2012FY2013
FY2014FY2015121

Goals
yoy-5.0%
yoy-5.0%
yoy-1.0%
yoy-1.0%

Actual-6.1%-18.4%-7.4%-8.6%*Record-making hot summer

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(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Continue to work actively on electricity/water saving. In order toCreating the annual action plan for energy consumption, theentire university worked on the energy saving goal by participating raise awareness on electricity saving, work on "visualization" of
numerical targets and usage.
the Fukushima Protocol project. In addition, circumstance ofelectricity saving was shown as a form of “visible” chart so that we Further, we will strive to save on printer paper, toner, and othercan motivate ourselves. As a result of these efforts, except FY2012 consumables.
when historically hottest summer was recorded, we hugely
exceeded the goals.
- Energy-saving goal (July-September) -1.0% in comparison to
FY2013
Actual energy-saving -3.4％- CO2 emission reduction goal -1.0% in comparison to FY2013
Actual CO2 emission reduction -3.4％
In November we newly joined the COOL CHOICE initiative forincreasing awareness of greenhouse effect.
While monitoring the amount of consumption of printing
consumables and promoting use of recycled printer paper, we have
set use standards of copiers and printers for reducing costs.

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3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness3. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Internal
Item Investigations and Evaluations, and Provision ofInformation

3. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Internal
Item Investigations and Evaluations, and Provision ofInformation(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
improvement of evaluationsＡ

The University of Aizu

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
Respon MID-TERM
sibility)(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
improvement of evaluations
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(ⅰ) Ascertain major educational activities in the process of compilingan "Annual Business Achievement Report," and conduct internal
investigations and evaluations.

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and achievements on a regular basis.

progress and achievements, on a regular basis. (CAS)
Ascertain details of research activities, etc. in the process ofcompiling an "Annual Business Achievement Report." (PPR)(ⅲ) Gain understanding of activities which can be used for making(ⅲ) Gain understanding of activities which can be used for making

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university accreditation/evaluation.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The Evaluation Office is expected to take the main role in
implementing self-check and evaluation.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Ascertain major educational activities in the process of compilingan "Annual Business Achievement Report," and conduct internal
investigations and evaluations.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Through summarizing the state of local contribution at the UoA
for answering questionnaires related to regional contributionsorganized by external organizations (ex. newspaper, and press),the university grasped activities related to regional contribution
every
year.Implementation Status)(FY 2016(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The university judges that it is almost achieved as planned.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
On top of accumulating information on trends related toaccreditation and evaluation in FY2015, discussion and decisionwere delivered on the period we go through the accreditation
process and selecting accreditor. On top of accumulating
information
on trends related
to accreditation and evaluation, an(FY2016 Implementation
Status)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The university judges that it is almost achieved as planned.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)Through answering questionnaires related to regional
Gain understanding of activities for making regional
contributions organized by external organizations (ex. newspaper, contributions and revitalization support, when the internal selfand press), the university graspes activities related to regional
checks/evaluations of the Corporation are conducted.
contribution.

regional contributions, when the internal evaluations of the
Corporation are conducted.

(ⅳ) Undergo periodic third-party evaluations by institutions for(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The university judges that it is almost achieved as planned.

The “UoA Seeds Compendium 2016” was issued to promote
Ascertain the status of research activities, including researchresearch achievements of the UoA. Amid summarizing university progress and achievements, on a regular basis. Ascertain details ofachievements, the university grasped the state of research activities research activities, etc. in the process of compiling an "Annual
at the UoA.
Business Achievement Report."

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regional contributions, within the framework of internal
evaluations of the Corporation.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Thorough summarizing the business achievement, major
educational activities were grasped and the Evaluation Officeregularly evaluated it.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Each year the “UoA Seeds Collection” was issued to promote
Since it is the end of the 2nd mid-term plan, self-check andresearch achievements of the UoA along with grasping the state of evaluation is scheduled to be conducted amid summarizing the
research activities of the UoA mainly by the UBIC fulltime faculty business achievement as a form of annual publication of the UoA
members.
Seeds Collection. The university is expected to realize it as
In eachyear, while Status)
summarizing the university’splanned.
(FY
2016fiscal
Implementation(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(ⅱ) Ascertain the status of research activities, including research(ⅳ) In preparation for the FY2017 evaluation, create self-evaluationand evaluation reports.

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conduct internal investigations and evaluations regarding
educational activities, using evaluation criteria employed by thirdparty evaluation organizations, etc., as reference. The Evaluation
Office shall evaluate the University on a regular basis.

The Junior College

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The University of Aizu(ⅰ) Within the framework of internal evaluations of the Corporation,

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Toward taking examination for the FY2017 third-party
accreditation, check and evaluation report was created.

The Junior College

123(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Undergo third-party evaluations by institutions for university
accreditation/evaluation.

(ⅰ) Inspect situations regarding evaluation of educational activities

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such as “student class evaluations” on a regular basis by the
Evaluation Committee, aiming to improve and more effectively
administer the inspection system.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The Subcommittee of Class and UoA Evaluation is established
The answer rate of class evaluation has been kept high. Therefore
within the Evaluation Committee. The subcommittee mainly
the mid-term plan has been achieved largely. Moreover, theorganizes class evaluation of all courses in principle. As well, inanswer rate has been high since key-in process of the UoA
the end of every year grade, the university evaluation is conducted evaluation by students was improved. The plan is expected to be
toward students. Upon answering such evaluation, computer-input achieved generally as its original.
is employed since it will ease use of date afterwards. In order toraise the answer rate, the university scheduled a particular day thatall students keyed in their answers all at once.
- Student Response Ratio
FY201289.6%(ⅰ) Make improvements in the way that the questionnaire for

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evaluate and review their class activities for improvement.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(b-1) Based on the result of class evaluation, etc., each faculty
member reviewed the style of class, instruction methods, andlearning achievement goals in light of grade evaluation standard
and educational goals for class improvement.
(b-2) A document on the state of answers was distributed in order
to be an asset of class improvement by each faculty member.

members will work on the improvement of class activities byreviewing attainment targets for students' learning in light of classstyles, teaching methods, assessment criteria, and educational
goals.
(ｂ-2) For each faculty member to raise his/her awareness by
responding to the survey questionnaire, provide them withmaterials, such as the University's annual plans and the previous
year's survey results.

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vitalization and advancement of education/research and for
promotion of local contribution under the initiative of the
Evaluation Committee, and evaluate the overall educational
activities.

FY201589.9%(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to increase student awareness and interest in classevaluations, we will strive to inform students of the significance ofthe class evaluations, as well as the method by which their results
will be made public.
Request faculty members to utilize the results for improvement of
future class activities.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Detailed check items were clarified within the actual
Together with evaluating and reviewing the class contents of ourachievement report of operational activities for self-verification. In own, class improvements were done for achieving the mid-term
addition, class evaluation and answers for it were used for selfplan largely.
verification and self-motivation through FD or activity. These
efforts promoted class improvements.

(ⅱ) (ｂ-1) Based on the results of class evaluations, individual faculty(ⅲ) Establish evaluation criteria and other related matters for

FY201488.4%(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Including intensive courses, retrieval rate of student classevaluation is 92.3% (yoy +2.2%.) and that of the second term was
95.2％(yoy+5.6%.)
Moreover, the questions of survey on 15 courses were improved
through efforts by each faculty members.

intensive courses is conducted. Faculty members shall request
students to fill in the class evaluation questionnaire, in order toincrease the response rate and the ratio of entries for freecomments.
Request faculty members to utilize the results for improvement of
future class activities.

(ⅱ) Faculty, based on results of surveys regarding their courses, shall

FY201390.2%(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(b-1) We will confirm the achievement targets in light ofeducational objectives based on the results of each faculty
member's class evaluations. Having done this, we will revise theclass formats, teaching methods, and evaluation standards in aneffort to improve classes.
(b-2) In order to improve faculty awareness, we will inform themof the UoA's annual schedule and educational objectives.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Every year, all full-time clerks (including retirees) submitted the
It is likely that the plans will be mostly achieved.
performance report.
In terms of internal/external evaluations, the way we use said
report was discussed. In FY2014, said report was used forassessment for competitive research fund. The evaluation standard
was discussed.

(ⅲ) (c-1) Compile an "Annual Business Achievement Report," for(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(c-1) All full-time faculty members (including retirees) submitted (c-1) Compile an "Annual Business Achievement Report," forthe performance report on previous FY. These were summarized vitalization of education and research under the initiative of the
as a report of FY2015.
Evaluation Committee.
(c-2) In terms of internal/external evaluations, the way we use said (c-2) Compile an "Annual Business Achievement Report," forreport was reviewed.
vitalization of education and research under the initiative of the
Evaluation Committee.

vitalization of education and research under the initiative of the
Evaluation Committee.
(c-2) Work on preparation of evaluation criteria from theperspectives of both internal/external evaluations. Further look
into utilization of previous business reports in the preparation
process.

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Conduct self-inspection/evaluation on activities regarding
education, research, local contribution, and College management
on a regular basis, and use external evaluation results by
Fukushima Prefecture Evaluation Committee for Public University
Corporations, etc. in an effective manner for appropriate
management of the College.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We studied the self-check and evaluation items of junior colleges Conducting regular self-check and evaluation, we reviewed
operational structure of our organization. We expect ourselves to
conducted by (Public Foundation) University Standard
Association. And we accumulated basic data. Moreover, we edited launch on improvement on appropriate university operation.
the FY2015 Self-Check and Evaluation Report (FY2009-2015.)
We used the external evaluation from the Fukushima Prefecture
Public University Corporation Evaluation Committee forreviewing FY plan. We kept discussing about establishment of
Department of Early Childhood Education and Admission andAdvertisement Center (tentative name.)(iv) (d-1) Report the result of JCD internal investigations in AY 2015.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(e-1) We completed and released the FY2015 JCD Self-Check and (d-1) Undergo the institutional evaluation for junior college
Evaluation Report. We attended presentation session organized by accreditation by the Japan University Accreditation Association.
(d-2) Improve the JCD's operations, by reviewing the annual plans,(Public Foundation) University Standard Association. Afteretc. based on the results of external evaluations conducted by the
preliminary submission, the check and evaluation report wascompleted and submitted toward examination which will be taken Fukushima Prefecture Evaluation Committee for Public University
Corporations. Stimulate and improve the quality of research andin FY2017.
(e-2) Improve the JCD's operations, by reviewing the annual plans, education, promote contribution to local communities, etc.
etc. based on the results of external evaluations conducted by the
Fukushima Prefecture Evaluation Committee for Public University
Corporations. For establishing the Admission and Advertisement
Center (tentative name,) an adequate amount of budget was
secured. We decide to establish it in April 2017. We tried to
improve operational structure of advertisement for admission.

Prepare for the institutional evaluation for junior college
accreditation by the Japan University Accreditation Association(scheduled for 2017).
(d-2) Improve the JCD's operations, by reviewing the annual plans,
etc. based on the results of external evaluations conducted by the
Fukushima Prefecture Evaluation Committee for Public University
Corporations.

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Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness3. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Internal
Item Investigations and Evaluations, and Provision ofInformation

3. Measures for Achievement of Goals regarding Internal
Item Investigations and Evaluations, and Provision ofInformation(2) Specific measures for promotion of disclosure andtransmission of informationA

The University of Aizu
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Adequately disclose information, such as corporation information,etc., via the University website.

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MID-TERM(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Since we are proactively sending information out through- Every fiscal year, staff training was implemented. The entire
university worked on information disclosure.
website, we judge that the plan has been achieved largely as its
original.
- In 2012, each section of the Administrative Office designatedweb staff. Information update by CMS; Content Management
System, was commenced.
- Aiming at increasing the number of applicants, the official
website was renewed in 2015, and released in December.
- Starting from 2015, we started our Facebook account in addition
to the official Twitter (started in 2010).

Undertake training programs for administrative staff in charge of
information provision at respective sections, for the purpose of
disclosing necessary corporate information to the public in atimely and appropriate manner. In addition, work to publish
information on the University as a whole by distributing manuals
on creating research and faculty pages to faculty members, etc.
Further, in order to effectively convey information on thewebsite, conduct periodic measurements and analysis ofeffectiveness and revise it as necessary. Further, utilize the official
Twitter and Facebook accounts to effectively convey information.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)- Staff training was implemented. The entire university worked on Undertake training programs for administrative staff in charge of
information disclosure.
information provision at respective sections, for the purpose of- We measured, analyzed, and renovated the homepage. Using the disclosing necessary corporate information to the public in a
official Twitter and Facebook, we worked on effective information timely and appropriate manner.
delivery.
In order to effectively convey information on the website,
conduct periodic measurements and analysis of effectiveness andrevise it as necessary. Further, utilize the official Twitter andFacebook accounts to effectively convey information.

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Undergo appropriate external audits by certified public
accountants, etc. regarding financial situations andadministration/operation of the University, and disclose the resultsof external audits to the public.

B(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Around August or September every year, accounting auditor and Annual audit was implemented in systematic manner. The result
other auditor gave their opinions that university operation wasof the assessment has been released on the UoA official website.
appropriate in terms of accounting process based on the result the Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.
university went through the examination. With an approval fromthe prefecture, it has been released on the Net together withfinancial statements, etc.

Undergo regular internal audits and enhance the internal checksystem.
Receive appropriate audits by accounting auditors and corporate
auditors on a regular basis, and disclose the results of audits to the
public via the University website.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)Internal audit plan had been served as the base of internal audit.
Moreover the university successfully took audit by an accounting
auditor.
Accounting auditor and other auditor gave their opinions that
university operation was appropriate in terms of accounting
process based on the result the university went through theexamination. With an approval from the prefecture as of
September 26, 2016, it has been released on the Net together with
the FY2015 financial statements, etc.

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Undergo regular internal audits and run the internal check systemeffectively.
Receive appropriate audits by accounting auditors and corporate
auditors on a regular basis, and disclose the results of audits to the
public via the University website.

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While publishing “Annual Reviews” on a periodical basis, discuss
construction of an institutional repository in order to publicize theUniversity’s educational and research activities and intellectual
resources.

C

D(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In each fiscal year, publicity was done as a form of the Computer In each fiscal year, digital publicity was done regularly as a formof various annual reports. Therefore we judge that we have almost
Science and Engineering School Annual Review and CCRS
exceeded the original plan.
Annual Report which became available on the Net in a regular
Since external release of doctoral dissertation has been done
manner.
For establishing the organizational repository of the UoA,
through the UoA Repository stably, the middle-term plan is
expected to be achieved.
repository operational policy was established in AY2013. The
UoA Academic Information Repository (Hereinafter“REPOSITORY”) was released in July 2014. Every year doctoral
dissertations, etc. have been registered to the REPOSITORY sothat its contents would be enriched.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Publish the "Annual Review of the Undergraduate School of- Publicity was done as a form of the Computer Science andEngineering School Annual Review and CCRS Annual Report
Computer Science and Engineering" and the "Annual Review of
the Center for Language Research" digitally.
which are available on the Net.
- We requested UoA faculty members to register their papers to the Continue to publicize the UoA Academic Repository within
campus, compile dissertation data, etc. and continue operating the
UoA repository.
- The UoA research achievements were registered to therepository system to promote its fixation as a place to convey therepository, so information was released internally and externally. UoA's research results, while carrying out sufficient discussion of- On the TOP page, etc. of the library collection retrieval system, a how to effectively operate the system.
shortcut to the UoA repository was added.

Publish the "Annual Review of the Undergraduate School ofComputer Science and Engineering" and the "Annual Review of
the Center for Language Research" digitally on a regular basis.
（Planning and PR Section)
Continue to publicize the UoA Academic Repository within
campus, compile dissertation data, etc. and continue operating therepository system to promote its fixation as a place to convey the
UoA's research results. Further, carry out sufficient discussion of
how to effectively operate the UoA Academic Repository. (ISTC)

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Conduct surveys such as “student class evaluations,” “evaluationof the College by students,” and “evaluation of the College byalumni” under the leadership of the Evaluation Committee anddisclose relevant evaluation results. (The Junior College)D(d-1) Conduct surveys such as "student class evaluations" and"evaluation of the College by students" to disclose a summary of
the evaluation results. Also, open all the data of evaluation results
to students and faculty members excluding free comments.

127(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Every year, we implemented the class evaluation by students andthe university evaluation by students. The outline of result was
released on the university website. On intranet, the outline andanswers from faculty members were published. Moreover, except
the free format part, all evaluation data became available tostudents and faculty on paper at the library.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The evaluation committee organized the class evaluation by
students and the university evaluation by students. The results ofthese and the university evaluation by graduates were published,so the mid-term plan is expected to be achieved largely.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
We implemented the class evaluation by students and theuniversity evaluation by students. The outline of result was
released on the university website. Moreover, except the freeformat part, all evaluation data became available to students andfaculty.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(d-1) Conduct surveys such as "student class evaluations" and"evaluation of the College by students" to disclose a summary of
the evaluation results. Also, open all the data of evaluation results
to students and faculty members excluding free comments.
(d-2) We will disseminate information on initiatives related toresearch and education, etc., as well as their results through thehomepage and Research Seeds Collection.

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Through the College’s website, transmit information regarding
education, self-inspection/evaluation, and educational/research
activities and achievements in a proactive manner. (The JuniorCollege)

E(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Contents of the website were verified time to time for putting
On web, etc., information related to self-check, evaluation, andeffort on enhancing them. Information was proactively delivered education/research activities will be delivered proactively.
upon open-campus event, receiving various awards and regarding Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved largely.
research achievements of faculty members and students.
The evaluation result by the Fukushima Public University
Corporation Evaluation Committee was released on the university
website and maximized information release ability of theuniversity.
The research bulletin was distributed every year on CD-ROM torelevant organizations. The full version was listed on the web. It
was published on the CiNii.
The research seeds collection and the list of instructors and rangeof courses for outreaches were distributed to relevant organization.
Information was delivered proactively by showing monthly
updates of outreach courses in timely manner. Alike, achievements
of practical education of hands-on learning in experiencing style
based on regional collaboration was released.
In FY2014, we joined the university portrait and our basic
information was enlisted. Every year we update information
thereof.
In FY2015, website of the department was developed, aiming at
conducting PR of the newly-established Department of Early
Childhood Education and Department of Social Welfare Sciences
and updating educational/research contents on departments.

(e-1) By improving the JCD's website, utilizing the University
Portraits, holding the Open Campus events, and publishingresearch achievements, proactively release information on the
JCD, including its educational/research activities, while enhancing
its communication capability.
(e-2) On the JCD's website, disclose the results of the evaluation
conducted by the Fukushima Prefecture Evaluation Committee for
Public University Corporations, and internal evaluations
conducted by the Junior College.
(e-3) Proactively release information on the JCD through"Research Proceedings," "Collection of Research Seeds," "Noticeof Off-campus Lectures," etc.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(e-1) Contents of the website were verified time to time for putting (e-1) By improving the JCD's website, utilizing the University
effort on enhancing them. Information was proactively delivered Portraits, holding the Open Campus events, and publishing
through the university website upon open-campus event, receiving research achievements, proactively release information on thevarious awards and regarding research achievements of faculty
JCD, including its educational/research activities, while enhancing
members.
its communication capability while also linking it with the next
Department of Early Childhood Education used its website tocomputer system.
deliver information. The website contained pages on departmental (e-2) On the JCD's website, disclose the results of the evaluation
contents such as curricular and faculty member introduction
conducted by the Fukushima Prefecture Evaluation Committee forincluding part-time lecturers.
Public University Corporations, and internal evaluations
We joined the university portrait and our basic information was conducted by the Junior College.
enlisted.
(e-3) Proactively release information on the JCD through(e-2) The evaluation result by the Fukushima Public University"Research Proceedings," "Collection of Research Seeds," "Notice
Corporation Evaluation Committee was released on the university of Off-campus Lectures," etc. Further, we will work to increase thewebsite.
visibility of the UoA's name by leveraging the "PR Project of JCD"(e-3) The research seeds collection and the list of instructors and in support of individuals who are presenting research, haverange of courses for outreaches were distributed to relevant
received awards at various competitions, etc., and proactively
organization. Information was delivered proactively by showing
publishing information on results as these.
monthly updates of outreach courses in timely manner. Alike,achievements of practical education of hands-on learning inexperiencing style based on regional collaboration was released.

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the College’s educational/research activities and intellectual
resources to the public. (The Junior College)

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The Bulletin was made on CD-ROM. It was distributed to
Aiming at releasing the university’s educational/research
relevant organizations. Opening that information on CiNii,
activities and internal intellectual resources externally, theinformation which lead deeper collaboration with other
Bulletin, the Research Seeds Collection and Outreach Course List
universities, regional society, companies, etc., and local
were released and distributed. The plan is expected to be achieved
revitalization was provided.
generally as its original.
Every year the university updated the Research Seeds Collection,
Outreach Lecturer List, and Course List. These were distributed to
relevant organizations, groups, etc. All of the above were put on
the university website.

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Post the College's "Research Proceedings," "Collection of
Research Seeds," "List of Off-campus Lectures and Lecturers" andthe "Business Report of the Center for Rejuvenation of Local
Communities" on the College's website for opening of theCollege's educational/research activities and intellectual resources
to the public.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The university discussed over establishment of its own
repository, aiming at releasing research/educational achievementsof the university and installing search system toward learning
support. The university determined establishment of the JCD
repository in FY2017. Going through proactive deliberation
repeatedly, details of the repository operational policy andcollection policy were determined.
The university updated the Research Seeds Collection, Outreach
Lecturer List, and Course List. These were distributed to relevantorganizations, groups, etc. And including the Regional
Revitalization Center’s Project Activity Report, all of the above
were put on the university website.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Post the College's "Research Proceedings," "Collection of
Research Seeds," "List of Off-campus Lectures and Lecturers" andthe "Business Report of the Center for Rejuvenation of Local
Communities" on the College's website for opening of theCollege's educational/research activities and intellectual resources
to the public. [JCD]

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FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

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sibility) Other Business Operation
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ANNUAL(1) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
complianceA

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compliance

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CAS

Enhance compliance in accordance with the University’s “Codeof Conduct,” “Fundamental Policies Pertaining to Administrationand Management of Public Research Funds,” and “General Plan
on Management of Conflicts of Interest.”A(A-1) Announce the content of the University's "Code of Conduct"
on a regular basis. (MS)(A-2) Maintain scientific fairness and ethical validity of researchthrough its ethical review based on the "University of Aizu
Regulation Concerning Research Ethics" and the "Policy on
Experimentation and Investigative Research, etc. on Human
Subjects Conducted at the University of Aizu" both established in
October 2013.
Additionally, in order to comply with the updates to MEXT's"Guidelines for Measures Against Inappropriate Conduct
Concerning Research Activities, etc." and "Guidelines for theManagement and Auditing of Public Research Funds at ResearchInstitutions," we will carry out research ethics and compliancetraining based on the regulations established in March, 2015. In
FY2016,the research ethics education online for e-learning will becreated. At the same time, authorities will be invited from MEXT
in order to hold effective seminars for faculty and staff members.
Further, efforts will be made towards increasing awareness of
preventing inappropriate behavior based on the "Management
Policies Regarding Conflicts of Interest of the Public University
Corporation, the University of Aizu" and "General Plan on
Management of Conflicts of Interest."
Additionally, create an internal system for security export control
and make efforts to, for example, improve the awareness of faculty
and staff in order to increase understanding of the compliance with
the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Law.

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The university widely and regularly reminded its members ofcode of conduct once every year. And the university put its effort
on promoting compliance at training sessions time to time.
Based on regulations, training sessions which feature research
ethics and compliance were conducted from FY2015. And
concurrently, awareness of preventing conflict of interest was
promoted.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The university widely and regularly reminded its members ofcode of conduct. And the university put its effort on promoting
compliance. These efforts increased recognition of these mattersamong faculty and staff.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a-1) The Faculty Assembly Meeting organized presentation oncompliance with the UoA Code of Conduct for strict observation.
Reminders were announced at the Faculty Assembly Meeting, etc.
frequently to maintain strict observation of service discipline.
Newly hired faculty and staff were informed of the Code of
Conduct through materials.
Moreover, upon scandals of the prefecture, other groups, etc.,
every single time, announcement was made on prevention of
misconduct and scandals. In addition, all faculty members andadministrative staff had interview sessions with managerial
personnel.
(a-2) Training sessions which featured research ethics andcompliance were offered by a certified accountant. Efforts weremade to gather information regarding security export control. For
appropriate public research fund process, internal audit was
conducted. And we confirmed that it had been conducted
appropriately.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(A-1) All faculty members and administrative staff will receive
email regarding code of conducts at the start of fiscal year. For
new employees hired in the middle of fiscal year, the same will be
provided time to time. Furthermore, upon the all faculty-member
assembly, notification regarding the code of conduct will be given.
(A-2) Maintain scientific fairness and ethical validity of researchthrough its ethical review based on the "University of Aizu
Regulation Concerning Research Ethics" and the "Policy on
Experimentation and Investigative Research, etc. on Human
Subjects Conducted at the University of Aizu".
(A-3) According to the impropriety prevention plan based on the"The Regulations on the Prevention of Impropriety Concerning
Research Activities, the Public University Corporation, theUniversity of Aizu" and "The Regulations Concerning theHandling of Public Research Funds at the Public University
Corporation, the University of Aizu", research ethics education
online for e-learning will be created. Certified public accountants
and other individuals who are experienced in actual operations
will be visiting lecturer for practical training.
(A-4) Efforts will be made towards increasing awareness of
preventing inappropriate behavior based on the "Management
Policies Regarding Conflicts of Interest of the Public University
Corporation, the University of Aizu" and "General Plan on
Management of Conflicts of Interest."
Additionally, create an internal system for security export control
such as establishing a regulation in AY 2017 and make efforts toincrease understanding of the compliance with the Foreign
Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Law.

(a-1) Enhance compliance by announcing the University of Aizu
"Code of Conduct" on a regular basis.
(a-2) In accordance with the "Regulations on the Prevention of
Impropriety Concerning Research Activities," the "Regulations
Concerning the Handling of Public Research Funds," and the"General Plan on Management of Conflicts of Interest," takespecific measures for prevention of inappropriate use of publicresearch funds.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The Faculty Assembly Meeting organized presentation oncompliance with the UoA Code of Conduct for strict observation.
Reminders were announced at the Faculty Assembly Meeting, etc.
frequently to maintain strict observation of service discipline.
The Kakenhi Project Explanatory Meeting was conducted.
Through such events, awareness of appropriate execution ofresearch funds and prevention of misconduct related to research
activities. In addition, we rigorously provide the manual forpurchases, etc. by faculty members.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The Faculty Assembly Meeting organized presentation oncompliance with the UoA Code of Conduct. The Research Ethics
and Compliance Training which is based on the Regulations on
the Prevention of Impropriety Concerning Research Activities, thePublic University Corporation, the University of Aizu and the
Kakenhi Project Explanatory Meeting were conducted. Therefore
the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a-1) The Faculty Assembly Meeting organized presentation oncompliance with the UoA Code of Conduct for strict observation.
Reminders were announced at the Faculty Assembly Meeting, etc.
frequently to maintain strict observation of service discipline.
In addition, compliance training sessions were held. In the
training sessions, strict observance of a law was requested.
Moreover, individual interviews were offered to all faculty andadministrative staffs by executive officers during September andOctober.
(a-2) In September, we held research ethics and compliancetraining sessions and research fund subsidy information sessions
based on the Regulations on the Prevention of Impropriety
Concerning Research Activities. This was done in order toincreasing awareness of the prevention of impropriety concerning
research activities and of appropriate implementation of researchfunds. In addition, we assure dissemination of information on
manuals for faculty ordering, etc.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a-1) Enhance compliance by announcing the University of Aizu
"Code of Conduct" to all administrative staff.
(a-2) In accordance with the "Regulations on the Prevention of
Impropriety Concerning Research Activities," the "Regulations
Concerning the Handling of Public Research Funds," and the"General Plan on Management of Conflicts of Interest," takespecific measures for prevention of inappropriate use of publicresearch funds.

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Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

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maintenance and utilization, etc. of facilities andequipmentA(2) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
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The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
Regarding educational equipment for class use were reviewed
upon predetermined update plan in FY2014. And in order to avoid
troubles on curriculum, we updated oscilloscope and projectors insystematic manner. In FY2015, active learning method was
employed into classes. And environment for it was facilitated withequipment, etc. necessary.
Somei House is checked upon check-out in order to grasp housestatus of equipment, etc. For damages, etc. prompt renovation andupdate are conducted for enriching life environment.

Replace educational facilities and equipment and Somei House
furniture and fixtures in compliance with the curriculum
systematically.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Scheduled renewal of educational equipment and facilities is
Replace educational facilities and equipment and Somei House
furniture and fixtures in compliance with the curriculum
promoted according to the plans for renewal of equipment. We
established an environment for classes utilizing an active-learning systematically.
method.
For Somei House, we grasped the status of usage of equipment.
Also, prompt repair/renewal work was done on broken equipment.
As above, efforts were made to maintain the environment.

Inspect the status of facilities and equipment of the educational 193
research environment,, and promote necessary improvements in a JCD
well-planned manner.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Based on the equipment renewal plan, equipment of the
Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences has been renewed
every year in systematic manner.
We newly added an air-co in the science and chemistry
experimental room.
For establishing the Department of Early Childhood Education,
we added labs for the three new personnel.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Based on the equipment renewal plan, equipment of the
Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences, etc. has been renewed
every year in systematic manner. Moreover, we are reviewing theplan of updating devices and equipment as needed. Therefore theplan is expected to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Based on the equipment update plan, equipment of theInspect the status of facilities and equipment of the educational
Department of Food and Nutrition Sciences such as microscopes, research environment,, and promote necessary improvements in a
incubators, PCR devices, sphygmomanometers, electrophoresis
well-planned manner.
apparatuses, photometers, fluorescence microscopes, ergometer,
thermostat chambers, vortex mixers, water-pressure rice washier,three-chamber sinks, IH fryer, multi-functional vegetable slicers,
gas bakery oven, steam microwave oven, ice-cream freezers.
Moreover, in order to process facilitation of educational
environment facilities and equipment systematically in thefollowing year onwards, we reviewed the plan of updating devices
and equipment.

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Repair, maintain and manage the University facilities andequipment based on the long-term maintenance plans in an
effective manner.

B(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Based on the result of regular facility checks and those based on
the Article 12 of the Building Standards Law, the long-term
Maintenance Plan (Annual Plan and Implementation Contents)
was reviewed. In line with the plan of each fiscal year,
maintenance works were conducted so as to care buildings.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We are conducting facility maintenance and management in asystematic manner. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved
as its original.

Promote repairs and maintenance in a systematic and effective
manner in accordance with the long-term maintenance plan (theannual plan and details of implementation)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The maintenance work for absorption chiller and waterproof on
the rooftop were conducted. We conducted renovation on aging
buildings.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Promote repairs and maintenance in a systematic and effective
manner in accordance with the long-term maintenance plan (theannual plan and details of implementation).
Maintenance work of waterproof ceiling in the south building ofresearch quadrangles, and Renewal work of power device in the
research quadrangles (Scheduled)

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to control maintenance in a systematic and effective manner.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
At the same time of check by the maintenance management
We surveyed degraded status of facilities. We have put effort oncompany, we surveyed degraded status. We have put effort on
maintenance and management of facilities and equipment. Time tomaintenance and management of facilities and equipment.
time, we have reviewed the long-term maintenance plan. While
Time to time, we have reviewed the long-term maintenance plan. doing so, we processed systematic renovation and maintenance
While doing so, we processed systematic renovation andmanagement. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its
maintenance management.
original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
At the same time of check by the maintenance managementcompany, we surveyed degraded status. We have put effort on
maintenance and management of facilities and equipment.
Based on the long-term maintenance plan, we implemented
automatic fire detector and conducted maintenance on outer wallof the Wood Work Room. Therefore we successfully conductedmaintenance on aging facilities.

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Regarding the College’s decrepit dormitory and undersizedlibrary, discuss future plans for these facilities from the perspectiveof safety and usability of residents and users.

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(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Taking the deterioration and the results of inspection of facilities
into account, review the long-term maintenance plans as necessary
to control maintenance in a systematic and effective manner.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans) In order to improve
In order to improve extremely aging student dormitories andextremely aging student dormitories and university library withnarrow space for bookshelves, future visions were created at theuniversity library with narrow space for bookshelves, future
visions were created in FY 2014 at the Future Initiatives
Future Initiatives Deliberation Committee. Therefore the plan isDeliberation Committee.
expected to be achieved as its original.
Moreover, questionnaire on the student dormitory was
implemented. We held a party with boarders in order to grasp theirneeds.

Achieved mid-term plan

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Achieved mid-term plan

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Achieved mid-term plan

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Review the environmental criteria that the University has
established, and further promote water and power conservation,and other energy-saving efforts to reduce emission of CO2.
Accurately analyze and evaluate the implementation results, andannounce the results within the University.

D(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Based on the Environmental Policy and Goals, we worked on
The environmental policy and goals were revised in FY2012.
energy and resource saving countermeasure. In addition, the state
They were widely informed on campus so as to work on energy
of progress was surveyed, analyzed, and improved for conserving
and resource saving countermeasures.
costs. Moreover, exceeding our goal, we tried to conserve more
Disposals were reduced by classifying garbage. Both-side
printing was firmly implemented for reducing the amount of paper electricity by replacing light bulbs with LED bulbs in systematicmanner. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its
used. Turning off unused devises reduced electricity use. Using
original.
recycled water was good for saving water.
[reprint #174]
Consistent monitoring on actual operation of facilities andequipment made us possible to implement flexible operation.
Moreover, we worked on reducing operating hours of lifts and air
conditioner. Comparing with FY2010, the average of energy
consumption during summer between FY2012-15 achieved adecrease of 21.7% (goal: -15%.)
Renewal of devices – such as replacing light bulbs with LED
bulbs (756 bulbs, FY2012 - FY2015) was conducted aiming atcost and energy saving.
[reprint #174](FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Every quarter, we informed all members (faculty, staff, andIn addition to periodic internal announcements of measures taken
students) of the action plan which is based on the environmental based on the UoA environmental policies, make efforts to reduce
policy, the result of survey and analysis on the amount of energy CO2 emissions, while fully considering the education and working
consumption, and the emphasized promotion items.
environment, by actively participating in measures taken by the
The UoA joined the Fukushima Protocol for conducting energy national government, Fukushima prefectural government, etc.
saving and resource conservation.
Further, investigate and analyze the status of the initiatives andStrict observation of temperature standard of air-conditioners and promote their improvement. Also promote equipment replacement
partial shutdown of lightning inside enabled us to reduce energy
to reduce CO2 emission as necessary.
consumption.
By continuous monitoring, the university grasped actual status ofoperation of facilities and devices. Operation hours of lifts and airconditioner were reduced. These efforts resulted a decrease ofenergy consumption by 24.4% comparing with FY2010 (Goal 15%.)
Installing the invertor to the cooling water pump and replacing
353 light bulbs with LED bulbs to offices, etc. resulted moreenergy friendly way of device renewal.
[reprint #174]【State of Achievements for Environmental Goals (FY2016)】(Compared with FY2008)(The following data are as of FY2016-Q3. The FY2016 annual
achievements will be available in May 2017.)

In addition to periodic internal announcements of measures taken
based on the UoA environmental policies, make efforts to reduce
CO2 emissions by actively participating in measures taken by thenational government, Fukushima prefectural government, etc.
Further, investigate and analyze the status of the initiatives andpromote their improvement. (MS)Investigate and analyze the operating conditions, continuing to
make energy consumption efforts. At the same time, promoteequipment replacement to reduce CO2 emission as necessary. (FS)

Goals
ActualCarbon dioxide emission 91.5% or less1
→Achieved→Achieved
Electricity use
91.6% or less
1
City gas use
91.0% or less1
→Achieved
Water use
93.2% or less1
→Achieved
Sewer use
91.8% or less1
→Not achieved
Gasoline use
141.2% or less1
→Achieved→Achieved
Waste disposal
124.1% or less
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numerical targets and actual usage. Also, verify and announce theimplementation results on campus for the purpose of reflecting theresults to activities in the following fiscal year.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Creating the annual action plan for energy consumption, theCreating the annual action plan for energy consumption, theentire university worked on the energy saving goal by participating entire university worked on the energy saving goal by participating
the Fukushima Protocol project. The energy-saving news was
the Fukushima Protocol project. The energy-saving news wasemailed to faculty and students regularly. In addition,emailed to faculty and students regularly. In addition,
circumstance of electricity saving was shown as a form ofcircumstance of electricity saving was shown as a form of“visible” chart so that we can motivate ourselves. Green curtain“visible” chart so that we can motivate ourselves. Green curtain
plants were decorated in a wall shape to create extra shades.
plants were decorated in a wall shape to create extra shades.
In FY2013, energy-saving server was installed upon updating the In FY2013, energy-saving server was installed upon updating thecomputer system.
computer system.
As the result, during the four years, the goal was exceeded
As the result, during the four years, the goal was exceeded
extremely. [reprint]
extremely.
- Energy-saving (July-Sep)- Energy-saving (July-Sep)
H24 Goals yoy-5.0%
Goals
ActualActual -2.0% *Record-making hot summer
FY2012 yoy-5.0%-2.0%*Record-making hot summer
H25 Goals yoy-5.0%
FY2013 yoy-5.0%-15.2%
Actual -15.2%
FY2014 yoy-1.0%-5.3%
H26 Goals yoy-1.0%
FY2015 yoy-1.0%-7.5%- CO2 emission reduction
Actual -5.3%
H27 Goals yoy-1.0%
Goals
ActualActual -7.5%
FY2012 yoy-5.0%-6.1%- CO2 emission reduction
FY2013 yoy-5.0%-18.4%
H24 Goals yoy-5.0%
FY2014 yoy-1.0%-7.4%
Actual -6.1%
FY2015 yoy-1.0%-8.6%
H25 Goals yoy-5.0%
Actual -18.4%
H26 Goals yoy-1.0%
Actual -7.4%
H27 Goals yoy-1.0%
Actual -8.6%[reprint #175](FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Promote water and power conservation continuously, by raising
Creating the annual action plan for energy consumption, theentire university worked on the energy saving goal by participating awareness on power conservation through "visualization" ofthe Fukushima Protocol project. In addition, circumstance ofnumerical targets and actual usage. Also, verify and announce theelectricity saving was shown as a form of “visible” chart so that we implementation results on campus for the purpose of reflecting thecan motivate ourselves. As a result of these efforts, except FY2012 results to activities in the following fiscal year.
when historically hottest summer was recorded, we hugely
exceeded the goals.
- Energy-saving goal (July-September) -1.0% in comparison to
FY2013
Actual energy-saving -3.4％- CO2 emission reduction goal -1.0% in comparison to FY2013
Actual CO2 emission reduction -3.4％
In November we newly joined the COOL CHOICE initiative forincreasing awareness of greenhouse effect.
[reprint #175]

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Discuss introduction of renewable energy resources, such as
photovoltaic power systems, etc.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Laboratory for leading－edge ICT in Aizu introduced external air Laboratory for leading－edge ICT in Aizu introduced external air
chiller method using cold winter in Aizu aiming at energy andchiller method using cold winter in Aizu aiming at energy andresource saving.
resource saving. However, it has not reached to the level that they
could introduce renewable energy. Therefore the plan is expected
to be achieved as its original.

In the event of building new facilities on campus in the future,
consider the introduction of renewable energy (solar panels, etc.)
and other initiatives.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
This fiscal year, there were not any buildings which were newly
facilitated.

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In the event of building new facilities on campus in the future,
consider the introduction of renewable energy (solar panels, etc.)
and other initiatives.

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Preserve green areas on campus with consideration for the naturalenvironment in the local communities, and make continuous
efforts in keeping the University campus attractive and beautiful.

F

G

Based on the field survey results on the trees and plants on
campus (growth, density, etc.), create and implement a specificplan for spraying chemicals and trimming extra branches, etc.
Promote recycling by, for example, using trimmed branches forpaving the walking trails on campus, and maintain green spaces
comfortable.

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Maintain and improve the University campus from the standpointof universal design.

G

With an emphasis on user safety and friendliness, retain thecurrent universal design-based functions of buildings andequipment, and promote universal design-conscious repairs andrenovations.

Focusing on user-friendliness and safety of users, carry out
renovations and refurbishment taking into account universal
design of buildings and facilities.

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In order to ensure safe and secure campus life for students, aswell as to respond to occurrence of disasters, manage and maintainthe University buildings and facilities in good conditions at all
times.

H(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Based on the state check of trees on campus conducted every
three years, chemicals were carefully chosen and pruning wasdone thoroughly. After pruning, branches were chopped to makewooden chips used for fulfilling the on-campus walk path.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We implemented facilitation of walk path and pruning trees.
Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Based on the state check of trees on campus in FY2014,
chemicals were carefully chosen and pruning was done
thoroughly. After pruning, branches were chopped to makewooden chips used for fulfilling the on-campus walk path.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Based on the daily field survey results conducted by anoutsourcing company on the trees and plants on campus (growth,density, etc.), create and implement a specific plan for spraying
chemicals and trimming extra branches, etc. Promote recycling by,
for example, using trimmed branches for paving the walking trails
on campus, and maintain green spaces comfortable.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)…
Based on regular checks of facilities, the state of facilities was
grasped and maintenance management was implemented tomaintain the functions of on-campus facilities.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Mainly for safety and comfortability of users, the facilities built
along with universal design will be well maintained throughout theterm of the plan. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as
its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The car parking for wheelchair users was repainted. Based on
regular checks of facilities, the state of facilities was grasped andmaintenance management was implemented to maintain thefunctions of on-campus facilities.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
With an emphasis on user safety and friendliness, retain thecurrent universal design-based functions of buildings andequipment, and promote universal design-conscious repairs andrenovations.
On-campus sidewalk maintenance work (Scheduled)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Renovation and maintenance of buildings were processed with
universal design concept in mind.
We used easy-to-understand singnages in large size.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Upon renovation, facilitation was done in universal design.
Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Renovation of multi-purpose washroom with warm-water-bidet
was processed with universal design concept in mind.
Luggage holder, one-hand-cut-style toilet paper holders, andhook for jackets were newly installed in barrier free washrooms.
Pictogram was newly installed for understandable large signage.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Carry out renovations and refurbishment taking into accountuniversal design of buildings and facilities.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Periodical checks on external walls, ceiling, fire detecting
Systematic renovation works and emergency maintenance were
devices, and evacuation facilities, etc. were conducted. In order to conducted in timely manner. Therefore the plan is expected to be
grasp the status of facilities/equipment, maintenance works which achieved as its original.
require high urgency were conducted time to time. And in every
fiscal year, the scheduled renovation work was conducted.

Taking into consideration the results of regular inspections anddaily safety patrols, conduct repair and maintenance of the
facilities so that their fundamental functions and performance canbe preserved even during disasters, etc.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Regular checks on outer wall, ceiling, fire detectors, andevacuation facilities was implemented. Maintenances which havehigh priority in terms of urgency were done depending on thestatus grasped.
Also, the maintenance work for absorption chiller and waterproof
on the rooftop were conducted.

136(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Taking into consideration the results of regular inspections anddaily safety patrols, conduct repair and maintenance of the
facilities so that their fundamental functions and performance canbe preserved even during disasters, etc.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For safe and secure campus life, maintenance works were
For safe and secure campus life, based on the long-term
conducted.
maintenance plans, facilities were renewed as part of emergency
Air-conditioner was newly installed in exercise rooms in order to preparation.
improve educational environment. (FY2014)
Moreover, some repaire work was conducted.
In addition, aiming at environmental preservation, the single septic Therefore our achievement is expected to exceed the level of thewas removed and piping work was done to sewage. (FY2012)
original plan.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
For safe and secure campus life, automatic fire alarm equipment, In order to assure a safety and secure campus life for our
broadcasting system, etc. were renewed.
students, control maintenance in a well-planned and effective
Moreover, in order to improve educational environment, airmanner based on the long-term maintenance plans.
conditioner was renewed. In addition, at the student dormitory,
aiming at environmental preservation, the single septic was
replaced with merged septic.

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SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
MID-TERM
4. Specific Measures for Achievement of Important Goals
4. Specific Measures for Achievement of Important Goals Respon
Item
Item
sibility)
regarding Other Business Operation
regarding Other Business Operation(3) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
healthcare and safety management(3) Measures for achievement of goals regarding
healthcare and safety management

A-1 Improve a safety and health management system for maintenance

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and promotion of mental and physical health of students, faculty
and administrative staff.

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(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Based on laws, sanitary management personnel were assigned.
And at the Health Affairs Committee, we discussed one a year
after AY2014.

A-1 (a) Based on the content of relevant laws, including the Industrial

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(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For health management of faculty and administrative staff, we
tried to increase the health checkup attendance ratio. The stresscheck scheme was conducted a form of effort taken by theuniversity aiming at preventing bad condition of mental state.
Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Based on regulations, health management staff was dispatched. (a) Based on the content of relevant laws, including the Industrial(b) Email was sent to persuade university members to take health Safety and Health Law, continue to properly assign qualified
checkup. Kenko Dayori was used of hygenic education. And it
health management staff and health promoters.
resulted to increase the checkup attendance ratio. Moreover, new (b) The Health Committee and industrial physician will work on
AED was installed. The total number of AEDs on-campus became boosting up awareness of sanitation by sending out information on
three.
flu prevention and new infectious diseases to faculty member,(c) The stress-check scheme was conducted a form of effort taken administrative staff, etc.
by the university aiming at preventing bad condition of mental(c) The stress-check system, which has been launched on fromstate.
FY2016, will be implemented continuously so that mental healthillness among faculty members, administrative staff, etc. can beprevented.

Safety and Health Law, continue to properly assign qualified
health management staff and health promoters.
(b) Under the guidance of an occupational physician, utilize the
Health Committee, etc. to clarify the issues and promote healtheducation for faculty and staff members., etc.
(c) As part of mental health promotion measures, conduct stresschecks for faculty and staff members.

(a) Based on the content of relevant laws, the Health Committee
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proper assignment of qualified health management staff andthorough safety education for faculty and administrative personnel.
(b) Carry out radiation monitoring on a regular basis.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Hygiene Manager and Industrial Medical Doctor were appointed Regularly, the Welfare Committee meeting was held andone each. Regularly, the Welfare Committee meeting was held and survey/deliberation was conducted. The Welfare Committee
survey/deliberation was conducted aiming at preventing health
Dayori was emailed to all faculty and staff. Other than that,problems. The Welfare Committee Dayori was emailed to all
lifesaving training was offered as a preparation for emergency
faculty and staff twice a year. Other than that, lifesaving training
situation. Moreover new stress-check scheme was facilitated.
and mental-health training were offered as a preparation for
Mental-health Training was offered.
emergency situation.
Furthermore, once a month, radiation monitoring was conducted.
Furthermore, once a month, radiation monitoring was conducted. And the result was put on the Net.
And the result was put on the Net. CO2 survey was conducted six Therefore our achievement is expected to exceed the level of thetimes a year. The results were shared internally and we encouraged original plan.
internal members to conduct refreshining air in rooms.

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administrative personnel.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a) Hygiene Manager and Industrial Medical Doctor wereappointed one each.We held the Welfare Committee. Other thanthat, the “Welfare Committee Dayori” was emailed to all faculty
members and administrative staff for promoting their healthmanagement.
Hygiene Committee Dadyori was issued twice
Moreover new stress-check scheme was facilitated. All faculty
members and administrative staff were invited to take the stresscheck test.
Stress-check Implementation Rate 85.5%(b) Once a month, radiation monitoring was conducted. And theresult was put on the Net.
CO2 survey was conducted six time a year. We encouraged
internal members to conduct refreshining air in rooms.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Based on the relevant laws, the Health Committee shallpromote comprehensive safety and health measures throughproper assignment of qualified health management staff andthorough safety education for faculty and administrative personnel.
(b) Implement indoor CO2 level inspections, inspections oflighting equipment, etc. Put effort on environmental management.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The periodical health checkup was announced to the alluniversity members proactively.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Englithment activities were enhanced. However, 100% of thetaking ratio is in suffier state. The plan is not going to be achieved.

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FY2014FY2015

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Implemented
Medical Examination Ratio
2 days in September
90.3%
3 days in November
94.9%
2 days in September
87.2%
2 days in September
93.6%- The University of Aizu Student Medical Examination Ratio (Twodays in every April)
FY201279.5%

A-2 Make efforts to have 100% of students, faculty and administrative

FY201474.2%

FY201583.1%(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
The alternative checkup date was set and announced by email
and upon meetings proactively. Therefore the checkup attendance
ratio showed a year-on-year increase.
- The University of Aizu Faculty and Administrative Personnel
Medical Examination Ratio
97.3％ (Two days in October)- The University of Aizu Student Medical Examination Ratio(Two days in April)
79.9％

personnel undergo periodic medical checkups by raising theirhealth awareness.

Make efforts to have all students, faculty and administrative
personnel undergo periodic medical checkups.

FY2013
78.1%

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(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
We will make efforts to have 100% of all faculty, staff, andstudents to take the medical consultation by promoting awarenessthrough email and poster. Personal promotion to take medical
consultation will be given to individuals who have not received
medical consultation.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Students receive information on health check up upon guidance
The ratio among students, faculty and administrative personnel
sessions and by email. Those who could not take medical checkup has been maintained high. Therefore the plan is expected to bewere announced to take the same alternative date.
achieved generally as its original.
- Student Medical Examination Ratio
FY201298.5%

FY201399.7%

FY201499.1%

FY201596.0%

The ratio among faculty and administrative personnel has been,
throughout the four years, 100％.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)- Student Medical Examination Ratio 98.5％ (except those on long Make efforts to have all students, faculty and administrative
leave of absence 99.4％)
personnel undergo periodic medical checkups.
- Faculty and Administrative Staff Medical Examination Ratio
100％

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mental and physical health through provision of instructions from
and/or interviews with a counselor in a timely manner. Also,
discuss improvement of a counseling system (such as employmentof a full-time nurse and counselor).

A-3 (a) Create a student-friendly environment in the Counseling Office(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
At the Nurse’s Room and Student Consultation Room, we have
The mid-term plans have been implemented as scheduled so far.
put our efforts on creating environment which students feel easy toaccess these rooms. And information was shared among staff incharge in order to conduct efficient consultation.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Since privacy policy on role and secrecy of the Nurse’s Room (a) Create a student-friendly environment in the Counseling Office
and Student Consultation Room was explained upon student
and Nurse's Office so that they can visit these offices without
guidance, etc. we have put our efforts on creating environment
hesitation.
which students feel easy to access these rooms.
(b) Operate the Nurse's Office, giving priority to the days when(b) In order to accommodate gymnastic classes, university events, physical activity courses and University events are planned.
and other student activities, the Nurse’s room was opened.
(c) Deliberate on an effective counseling system.
(c) Information on student’s use circumstance and content of(d) Leverage the health management function of the Academic
consultation, etc. were shared among relevant individuals for
Administration System.
developing effective consultation system.
(d) So that students can manage themselves on health management
function on the academic affairs system, proactive use of thefunction was announced.

and Nurse's Office so that they can visit these offices without
hesitation.
(b) Operate the Nurse's Office, giving priority to the days when
physical activity courses and University events are planned.
(c) Deliberate on an effective counseling system.
(d) Leverage the health management function of the Academic
Administration System.

(a) For prevention of thefts, damage to property, accidents, etc. on 210
campus, conduct inspection of various facilities and security
JCDpatrols on campus.
(b) In the event of incidents and accidents, identify causes, etc. andtake necessary countermeasures.

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We have put our efforts on creating environment which students
feel easy to access these rooms. Moreover, the four of student
consultants and one counselor were assigned for personal
instructions and mutual collaboration were done as well as
appropriate conduct of consultations and instructions.
In April, information on Student Counseling Room and Nurse’s
Office was provided. Implementing phycological examination andits self evaluation, detection of issues and consultation in early
juncture were promoted.
Moreover, information on students with frequent absences wasshared in early juncture. We discussed about conducting one-onone interview.
We are continuously discussing about employing full-time nurse
and student conseling counselor.
In regards to faculty members and administrative personnel, awide range of health-related information was emailed.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The four of student consultants and one counselor were assigned
for personal instructions in early juncture and mutual collaboration
were done as well as appropriate conduct of consultations andinstructions. We tried to detect student issues in early juncture.
We are continuously discussing about employing full-time nurse
and student conseling counselor.
Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved generally as its
original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(a) Since privacy policy on role and secrecy of the Nurse’s Roomand Student Consultation Room was explained upon student
guidance, etc. we have put our efforts on creating environment
which students feel easy to access these rooms.
(b) The four of student consultants and one counselor wereassigned for personal instructions in early juncture and mutual
collaboration were done as well as appropriate conduct ofconsultations and instructions. In regards to faculty members andadministrative personnel, a wide range of health-related
information was emailed.
In April, information on Student Counseling Room and Nurse’s
Office was provided. Implementing phycological examination andits self evaluation, detection of issues and consultation in early
juncture were promoted.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Make students, faculty and administrative personnel wellinformed of services of the Student Counseling Room and the
Nurse's Office, in order to make these services more accessible.
(b) Assign a Student Counselor and a full-time counselor forvarious counseling services, and improve a support system forstudent career development and campus life.

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Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

A-4 Maintain and enhance crime prevention and security systems

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inside and outside the buildings.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
We confirmed and maintained guard personnel on campus. And
We had three guards in both day and night shifts on campus.
the administrative office and guard’s office exchanged
Based on the Guard’s Daily Report, when there were any items
that we should have been able to improve, we gave instructions (to information. We enhanced the system for crime prevention andsecurity. Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its
guards?)original.
At the Administrative Office and Guard’s Room, informationexchange was done. For preventing accidents and crimes inadvance, the crime prevention and security system was promoted.

A-4 In the event of theft/damage/accidents on campus, promptly take

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
For prevention of theft/damage/accidents on campus, tighten
We had regular guard personnel on campus. As well, we closed
collaboration with contractor company, and enhance the crime
visitor’s parking area at night. By doing so, security system wasenhanced.
prevention and security systems through review and improvementof manuals for inspection of facilities and security patrol on
In case of actual fire accident, we need to conduct firefighting
actions promptly and effectively. For such purpose, patrol and self- campus, whenever necessary.
check on fire prevention equipment for four times.
Smoking in non-smoking areas and criminals by suspicious
individuals were prevented by proactive contacts from guards.
The occupancy and use status of university facilities were sharedwith the Guard’s Room for effective conduct of security duties.

appropriate measures.
In addition, for prevention of these incidents, enhance the crime
prevention and security systems through review and improvementof manuals for inspection of facilities and security patrol on
campus, whenever necessary.

(a) For prevention of thefts, damage to property, accidents, etc. on 212
campus, conduct inspection of various facilities and security
JCDpatrols on campus.
(b) In the event of incidents and accidents, identify causes, etc. andtake necessary countermeasures.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
For preventing accidents and incidents, regular patrol was
For preventing accidents and incidents, regular patrol was
implemented inside/outside the buildings by guards. Security
implemented. Security camera was used. Guard system wascamera was used. Guard system was maintained.
maintained. The plan will be achieved.
At the entrance hall of the gymnasium, a signage of “Security
Cameras in Use” was installed. Continuously we worked on taking
countermeasures against preventing suspicious individuals.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) For preventing accidents and incidents, regular patrol was(a) For prevention of thefts, damage to property, accidents, etc. on
implemented inside/outside the buildings by guards. Security
campus, conduct inspection of various facilities and security
camera was used. Guard system was maintained. The plan will be patrols on campus.
achieved.
(b) In the event of incidents and accidents, identify causes, etc. andAt the entrance hall of the gymnasium, a signage of “Security
take necessary countermeasures.
Cameras in Use” was installed. Continuously we worked on taking
countermeasures against preventing suspicious individuals.
(b) Moreover, police station in charge of the university offered
cooperation for installing new security cameras in the student
dormitory in order to detect suspicious individuals in early
juncture.

A-5 For the purpose of raising awareness of students, faculty and213
MSadministrative personnel, etc. in regard to safety and disasterprevention, conduct training programs regarding action plans in
the event of disasters, and disaster drills based on University’s
disaster prevention measure manuals.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
Every fiscal year, fire drill has been implemented for all students, Every fiscal year, fire drill has been implemented for all students,
faculty members, and staff with officers from the Aizu Wakamatsu and faculty members. Therefore the plan is expected to beFire Station attended.
achieved as its original.
Moreover, AED Training was conducted once in each of FY2012
and 2013, and twice in each of FY2014 and 2015.

A-5 Conduct efficient fire and disaster drills to improve the emergency(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to increase awareness of fire prevention in the university, Some reviews from previous drills will be added. Conduct
on October 6, fire and disaster prevention drill was implemented efficient fire and disaster drills to improve the emergency system
for all students, faculty members, and staff.
in the event of disasters, and to increase individuals' awareness of
AED training was implemented.
disaster prevention. In addition, organize workshops on AED
operation for lifesaving.

system in the event of disasters, and to increase individuals'
awareness of disaster prevention. In addition, organize workshops
on AED operation for lifesaving.

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(a) Conduct efficient fire drills in order to develop a system tohandle things at the time of disaster and to increase awareness of
disaster prevention on campus.

B

214
JCD

215
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To respond to requests for use of the University facilities (Athletic
Field and Gymnasium, in particular) as emergency evacuation
areas for local citizens, and for provision of relief activities in theevent of large-scale disasters, such as earthquakes, manage andmaintain the facilities in good conditions at all times. Also,
through opening of the University facilities on a regular basis,
create an environment in which local residents and others do nothesitate to evacuate to the University at the time of disaster.

B(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Once a year, fire and disaster prevention drill has been
implemented for faculty and staff members, and students, aiming
at increasing awareness of disaster prevention and establishmentof disaster prevention system upon emergency cases when an
earthquake or fire occurs. Therefore our achievement is expected
to be achieved as its original.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In June fire and disaster prevention drill was implemented forfaculty and staff members, and students, aiming at increasingawareness of disaster prevention and establishment of disasterprevention system upon emergency cases when an earthquake orfire occurs.
In addition, in order to call 119 appropriately upon emergency
cases, the 119-call manual was newly created. The manual was
installed in the cafeteria, assistant’s office of the Department ofFood and Nutrition Sciences, administrative office, and guard’s
office.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(a) Conduct efficient fire drills in order to develop a system tohandle things at the time of disaster and to increase awareness of
disaster prevention on campus.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We regularly checked the status of the evacuation site (theIn addition to the athletic field and gymnasium, which areathletic field and gymnasium) and the heliport (the ground).
expected to be evacuation site, the park and walk path were
Maintenance management was implemented so that these places appropriately maintained and managed. We have put our effort on
can be used in anytime.
creating an environment as an evacuation site for local residents.
Moreover, management on the park and walk path were
Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.
conducted so that we facilitate an environment which is accessible
for local residents.

Continue to monitor the usability of "evacuation sites (athletic
field and gymnasium)" and "heliport (athletic field)." Conduct
adequate repairs/maintenance on them whenever necessary.
Further, open the park and walking trails, creating an environmentthat is convenient for local residents, etc. to use as an evacuation
area during disasters.

(b-1) Properly maintain and manage the athletic field and green
zone on campus designated as "emergency evacuation sites" by
Aizu-Wakamatsu City.
(b-2) Continue opening the College facilities to the public.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Once a year, fire and disaster prevention drill has been
implemented for faculty and staff members, and students, aiming
at increasing awareness of disaster prevention and establishmentof disaster prevention system upon emergency cases when an
earthquake or fire occurs.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Monitor the usability of "evacuation sites (athletic field and
We regularly checked the status of the evacuation site (theathletic field and gymnasium) and the heliport (the ground).
gymnasium)" and "heliport (athletic field)." Conduct adequate
Maintenance management was implemented so that these places repairs/maintenance on them whenever necessary. Further, open
can be used in anytime.
the park and walking trails, creating an environment that is
Moreover, management on the park and walk path wereconvenient for local residents, etc. to use as an evacuation area
conducted so that we facilitate an environment which is accessible during disasters. In UoA, the prefecture has installed thefor local residents.
warehouse with emergency supplies available in the event of adisaster. We will offer our support to them so that the prefecture
can perform appropriate management on it continuously.

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JCD

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
We frequently checked the green yards and ground which are
In order to be used as evacuation sites, maintenance anddesignated as evacuation site, and maintenance and management management was conducted. By doing so, we have put our effort
on creating an environment where local residents feel easy towere conducted. By doing so, we have put our effort on creating
evacuate.
an environment where local residents feel easy to evacuate.
For Okuma Junior High School, the gymnasium and ground were Therefore the plan is expected to be achieved as its original.
opened and facilities were partially opened.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(b-1) The new signage of “Evacuation Site” was installed in theentrance of the ground. We frequently check the green yards andground and maintenance and management is conducted.
(b-2) The library and the ground was opened to the public
continuously. For Okuma Junior High School we put priority insupporting them in order to enrich their educational environment.

142(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(b-1) Properly maintain and manage the athletic field and green
zone on campus designated as "emergency evacuation sites" by
Aizu-Wakamatsu City.
(b-2) Continue opening the College facilities to the public.

3. Evaluation by Item
SELF-EVALUATION
MID-TERM PLAN

FY 2016 ANNUAL PLAN

Evaluation

Status of Achievement and Reasons
III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

III Measures to be Taken to Achieve Goals regarding
Improvement of Administrative Operation andEffectiveness

MID-TERM(Administrativ ANNUALe
MID-TERM
4. Specific Measures for Achievement of Important Goals
4. Specific Measures for Achievement of Important Goals Respon
Item
Item
sibility)
regarding Other Business Operation
regarding Other Business Operation(4) Measures for achievement of goals for maintenanceand utilization of communication infrastructureA(4) Measures for achievement of goals for maintenanceand utilization of communication infrastructure

A

Ｃ

Ｄ

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

Ａ

Ｂ

Ｃ

Ｄ

Ａ

MID-TERM

Ａ

0

Ｂ

6

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

Ａ

0

Ｂ

6

Ｃ

0

Ｄ

0

ANNUALＢＣ

MID-TERM

ANNUAL

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｄ(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)Starting from AY2012, the calculation system 1, 2, and 3 were
Based on advancement of information technology, we are
updated every year. In AY2015, some network system wasdiscussing about facilitation policy of educational/research
updated.
environment.
In particular, the calculation system 1 was updated on AY2012
In particular, base of ICT environment was updated with virtual
included installation of thin client to exercise rooms and devices technology. Including more efficient conduct of ICT use,from faculty members. This contributed on improvement on error- adaptability of educational/research environment was promoted.
proof and security, more effective operation of system(s), andTherefore the mid-term plan seems to be fulfilled.
energy saving. Including installation of new OS upon update ofcalculation machines, educational software was updated to thelatest version with secure security. Environment for education andresearch was continuously brushed up for continuous provision oflatest services.
(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Based on the latest information technology, the calculation
system was renewed. Regarding software environment, latest
software environment and new calculation system environment
were facilitated in March 2017. The main server was equippedwith virtual environment. In regards to software environment,
secure and safe-driven latest software environment was facilitatedin the university. We promoted adaptation, etc. to new calculation
system environment as well.

Investigate and propose an ideal shape of the ICT environment
under the latest trends of information technologies, which is a
operational foundation of the University. Systematically promote
the development of the computing environment and software
needed to create that ICT environment.

Stably operate the current information platform and discuss
effective use of the existing information service resources not infull use in the current system.
Further, discuss how to improve the College's ICT environment.

Ｂ

ANNUAL217
ISTC

Through construction of a network system which can respond toadvancement of information technology on a constant basis,
maintain and improve the IT environment, so that it can serve as a
backbone of the University operation.

Ａ

218
JCD

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Investigate and propose an ideal shape of the ICT environment
under the latest trends of information technologies, which is a
operational foundation of the University. Systematically promote
the development of the computing environment and software
needed to create that ICT environment.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Accompanying wide spread of multi-device use; cloud-service
We are well coordinating IT base of university operation.
environment was facilitated in such ways of wireless LAN for the Therefore the mid-term plan is expected to be fulfilled.
entire campus and cloud-service environment for Gmail, Google
Drive, Google Classroom, and Google Form when the system wasinstalled in AY2013. These efforts enhanced educational/research
environment
Flexible handling was offered to changes on IT infrastructure due
to establishment of the Department of Early Childhood Education.
Putting next generation IT infrastructure in our perspective,
information was searched and discussion has been going well.

143

B

219
ISTC

Concerning administrative operation of the on-campus network
systems, maintain and improve the security measures to ensurestability and safety.

B

Concerning daily administrative operation of the network systems,
carry out close liaison and coordination with sections concerned,
maintain and enhance security of the network systems. Also,
conduct research on the latest trend by participating in training
programs and workshops in order to figure out the directions of
information security.

Ensure stable operation of the on-campus systems, prevention of
information leakage and proper operation of computer resources,
such as software, and raise faculty, staff and students' security
awareness.
In parallel with ensuring the security, discuss how to compile
highly reusable and retrievable information resources.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(1) Under firm collaboration with the system contractor, thenetwork, server, and various information devices were stably
operated continuously.
(2) We discussed about transferring pictures and movies, which
are currently saved within on-campus network, to the form of useof Google Photo Service by expanding services of the Google
Apps for Education, which is currently in use. On the other hand,
two-step authorization was introduced as a security measure.
(3) For using ICT for educational purposes in the next generation,
we gathered information related to wireless system and academic
affairs system. And at the next-term system deliberationcommittee, we discussed about possibility of creating ICT
environment where the university rent PCs to all students insteadof installing PCs to all exercise rooms permanently.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In addition to striving to assure the stable operation of our current
IT infrastructure, we will discuss methods of utilizing cloudservices in the fields of education, research, and university
administration.
Further, looking towards the construction of the next computing
system, which is scheduled to go online in FY2018, we will
discuss the possibility of establishing a classroom and network
environments that allow for diverse IT devices and reflect theresults of those discussion in the proposed system specifications.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
The next-generation firewall was installed as the security
enhancement against outside along with updating next generation
network system in FY 2014.
In December 2015, we referred operational examples of otheruniversities. Based on that, we changed the fire wall policy for
improvement of network safety.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
The next-generation firewall was installed. A certain transmission
was limited step by step in 2015. In 2016, devices installed in labs
were allowed for approval-based external connection in 2016. We
did these efforts for securing safety in a systematic manner.
Based on device management of calculation machine system,
strict management of password and use of security patch were
implemented so as to maintain security at a high state. Therefore
the mid-term plan is expected to be fulfilled.

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Carry out close liaison and coordination daily with sections
In June 2016, strict management of calculation machine system
concerned, maintain and enhance security of the network systems.
and security patch for resource management were applied.
Reverification and handling regarding countermeasure for security Also, conduct research on the latest trend by participating inmaintenance was conducted.
training programs and workshops in order to enhance information
In August 2016, firewall policy was changed. Necessary
security.
approval-based transmission was applied for improving safety of
network system.
In November 2016, aiming at security enhancement for updatingnext generation network system, as a trial, a survey was conducted
on unauthorized access from wireless LAN and internal network,
security thread from devices which had affected unknowingly. We
attended trainings and lectures for learning the latest informationand trends. Referring to such information, we discussed about how
our networks and computer systems shall exist.

220
JCD

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Upon system update in FY’13, for stable use of internal network,
various security measures were implemented such as reviewing
network monitoring service and input of entrance examination
data in AY2014.

144(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
In addition to reviewing and implementing various security
measures, drill against targeted email attack was implemented. We
are fully engaging into improvement of security level. The initialplan is expected to be achieved.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
Ensure stable operation of the on-campus systems, prevention of
As usual, computer guidance was held for new students, faculty
information leakage and proper operation of computer resources,
members, and administrative staff. Through the session, wesuch as software, and raise faculty, staff and students' security
reminded them of appropriate use of internal system andawareness.
awareness of security issues. Moreover, all faculty andadministrative members were included into targeted-email-attack
In parallel with ensuring the security, discuss how to compile
highly reusable and retrievable information resources.
drill.
All faculty and staff members submitted the software use reportfor appropriate operation of software resources and making surethat all of them are aware of that.
Various information will be accumulated on Google drive (cloud)instead of current file server when next-term system will be
discussed.

C

221
ISTC

Enhance stocks of books and other materials in electronic format
at the University Library. In addition, while implementing
orientations and workshops, improve the environment for usage of
the Library by reorganizing displays, etc., in order to provide better
services to users.

C

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

Ｂ

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
Since we added electrical materials and titles along with teaching
Mainly featuring technical books and journals related tocomputer science and engineering, we enriched our collection. For contents in the university, conducted orientation and training for
promoting use, implemented theme exhibitions, and facilitatedobtaining the latest research achievements promptly, electricaljournals and databases were provided. Orientations and trainings users’ environment, the mid-term plan is expected to be achieved.
were implemented every year. In-house exhibits were arranged
creatively. In FY2015, a regular booth with useful titles for job
hunting and thesis writing was established.

Enhance stocks of books and other library materials based onrequests from faculty members and students. Also, reorganize
displays in the Library with ingenuity, and implement LibraryWorkshops, etc. for the purpose of providing a more user-friendly
environment.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
Enhance stocks of books and other library materials based on- Accepting requests from faculty member and students in any
time, the opinions were reflected on titles in the library.
requests from faculty members and students. Also, reorganize- Establishing return post, convenience was increased.
displays in the Library with ingenuity, and implement Library- We made creative layout of book shelves for syllabus reference Workshops, etc. for the purpose of providing a more user-friendly
book corner and multiple reading book corner for facilitating more environment.
convenient users’ environment.
- For more use of library materials and database, theme exhibition
and training sessions were implemented.

In order to help deepen students' interest in the library, proactively 222
and effectively transmit library information while enhancing stocks JCDof books and other materials in electronic format, holding libraryorientation, and reorganizing bookshelf layouts.

(Summary of Implementation Status from FY 2012 to FY 2015)
In response of requests from students, faculty, and staff, we haveput effort on enrichment of books. In the occasion of new student
orientation, significance of library was explained for promotinguse. Use information such as newly installed titles is delivered
through on-campus mail, bulletin board. Moreover, students of
Okuma Junior High School were provided of use certificate.

(Status of Achievement of Mid-term Plans)
There is only a limited space, but we proactively managed titles
and coordinated bookshelves. For promoting use of the library, PR
activity has been conducted through orientation, email, andbulletin board. Therefore the plan is expected to be almost
achieved.

(FY 2016 Implementation Status)
In response of requests from students, faculty, and staff, we haveput effort on enrichment of books. We have put effort on
delivering library information understandably. In the occasion of
new student orientation, significance of library was explained for
promoting use.
Moreover, students of Okuma Junior High School were
continuously provided of use certificate.

(FY 2017 Implementation Plan)
In order to help deepen students' interest in the library,proactively and effectively transmit library information while
enhancing stocks of books and other materials in electronic
format, holding library orientation, and reorganizing bookshelflayouts.

145

Chapter 4-１ Budget (including personnel expense estimates,) income and expenditure plan,and financial plan)* attached sheets

Chapter 4-2 Situations regarding short-term loans
Mid-term Plan
Plan for FY2016
Short-term Loan Limit
Short-term Loan Limit
None(1) Limit: 800,000,000 yen(1) Limit: 800,000,000 yen(2) Assumed reasons for loans:(2) Assumed reasons for loans:
It is assumed that the University may need to obtain loans in
It is assumed that the University may need to obtain loans inorder to cover expenditures that are urgently required due to delay order to cover expenditures that are urgently required due to delay
in receipt of operational subsidies from the Prefectural Government in receipt of operational subsidies from the Prefectural Government
or occurrence of accidents, etc.
or occurrence of accidents, etc.

ResultChapter 4-3 Plans to transfer valuable property or offer valuable property as collateral
Mid-term Plan
None

Plan for FY2016
None

ResultNone

Chapter 4-4 Use of Surplus
Mid-term Plan
If there is surplus after the settlement of accounts, the surplus will
be used for improvement in the quality of education and research,and improvement of organizational operation, facilities andequipment.

Plan for FY2016
ResultIf there is surplus after the settlement of accounts, the surplus will Accepting the approval from the prefecture, it will be transferredbe used for improvement in the quality of education and research, to the reserve fund for increase of education and research, andand improvement of organizational operation, facilities andimprovement of organizational operation.
equipment.

146

Chapter 4-5 Matters related to business operation provided for in Prefectural rulings(1) Plans regarding facilities and equipment
Mid-term Plan

(1) Plans regarding facilities and equipment
ア Taking into account the long-term maintenance plans,decide on plans regarding facilities and equipment in thebudget-making process for each fiscal year.
イ Create a development plan to establish the “University of
Aizu Revitalization Center.”

Plan for FY2016

Plans regarding
facilities andequipment(UoA) Maintenancework for absorption
chiller, etc.
(JCD) Replacement
work for septic of thestudent dormitory,etc.

Estimated Cost
(unit: million yen)

(UoA) Maintenancework on waterproof
rooftop(JCD) Renewal of airconditioners, etc.

ResultResource

１３７

operational
subsidies

１３４

reserved fund

○ Status of implementation
According to the long-term maintenance plans, the work was implemented with FY 2016 budget.

147

Plans regarding
facilities andequipment(UoA) Maintenancework for absorption
chiller, etc.
(JCD) Replacement
work for septic of thestudent dormitory,etc.
(UoA) Maintenancework on waterproof
rooftop(JCD) Renewal of airconditioners, etc.

Result(unit: million yen)

Resource

１０１

operational
subsidies

１３１

reserved fundChapter 4-5 Matters related to business operation provided for in Prefectural rulings(2) Plans regarding personnel affairs
Mid-term Plan
1. Employ internationally-recognized excellent scholars
from inside and outside Japan through proactive
recruiting activities based on the principle of open
application.

Plan for FY2016
ResultPlans regarding personnel affairs
1. Employment of faculty members
1. Employ internationally-recognized excellent scholars
Six (three foreign nationals and three Japanese)from inside and outside Japan through proactive
recruiting activities based on the principle of open
application.

2. Employ individuals who have specialized knowledge
and skills as administrative staff of the Corporation.

2. Employ individuals who have specialized knowledge
and skills as administrative staff of the Corporation.

2. Employment of staff members by the university
corporation
Two staff members

Chapter 4-5 Matters related to business operation provided for in Prefectural rulings(3) Plans regarding use of reserve funds
Mid-term Plan
Reserve funds of the balance carried forward from theprevious term of the Mid-term Goals shall be used as;-Expenses for support for revitalization, and for its
operating costs-Expenses for operation related to education andresearch

Plan for FY2016
Reserve funds of the balance carried forward from theprevious term of the Mid-term Goals shall be used as;-Expenses for support for revitalization, and for its
operating costs-Expenses for operation related to education andresearch

148

ResultReserve funds was used for operation related toeducation and research and revitalization;(UoA) Maintenance work on waterproof rooftop(JCD) Renewal of air-conditioners, etc.
Resource: Reserve funds, etc.
Implemented: 131million yen

（Separate Sheet） Admission Capacity
Division/Department
The University

Capacity（a）__________

Number of Student（b）______________

Fulfillment rate（b）/（a）×100（％）

Undergraduate School of Computer Scienceand Engineering

９６０

１，０３１

１０７．４

Undergraduate Total

９６０

１，０３１

１０７．４

２００

１３５

６７．５

４０

５

１２．５

２４０

１４０

５８．３

１２０

１３７

１１４．２

８０

８４

１０５．０

１００

１００

１００．０

３００

３２１

１０７．０

Graduate Department of Computer andInformation Systems（Master's Program）
Graduate Department of Information andInformation Systems（Master's Program)

Master's Program Total

The Junior College Division
Department of Industrial Information
Science
Department of Food and Nutrition Science
Department of Early Childhood Education
Department of Social Welfare Sciences(Stopped accepting applicants in March 31,
2016)(Discontinued in March 31, 2017)
Total

149

Division/Department
Graduate Department of Computerand Information Systems（Doctoral Program）

Doctoral Program Total

The numbers as of May 1, 2016

Capacity（a）__________（人）

Number of Student（b）______________

Fulfillment rate（b）/（a）×100
（％）

３０

３７

１２３．３

３０

３７

１２３．３