Okayama University held its Autumn Matriculation Ceremony for undergraduates and graduate school students at the 50th Anniversary Hall on October 1. Twenty-nine newly enrolled Discovery Program for Global Learners students and 88 graduate students started their campus life at Okayama University.

In his speech, President MAKINO Hirofumi encouraged the newly enrolled students by saying, “Today, you are standing here at the new gate of your academic life. Step ahead and Challenge yourself to achieve to your new theme. We are here to support you!” Representing the new students, Baragat Martha Paterno, a student in the Discovery Program for Global Learners, took an oath, saying, “In this new environment, we shall continue to improve our talents, share our interests, and forge a path towards brighter ambitions.”

congratulatory speech here