Akita International University Opens its Doors
Dear JETs
Akita International University AIU as you may or may not have heard is Japan newest university located in Yuwa Machi Akita Prefecture. AIU is a unique university in that it is the first in Japan to offer all its courses and lectures (except some Japanese language classes for International students) in English.
AIU offers a chance to study more about Japan in Akita prefecture famous for is natural beauty and traditional way of life.
AIU is keen to attract International students to its regular and summer programs. We are particularly keen to appeal to former JETs that may be interested in staying in Japan to study after they finish their contracts.
At present AIU is currently recruiting students for 2004 Summer Program at six week intensive Japanese Course (Elementary-Advanced). Tuition is only 10000Yen (Residential Option Available) and for its Autumn Semester.
The deadline for Applications is May 14th and 21st respectively.
If you are interested about learning more information about AIU please visit http://www.aiu.ac.jp.
Finally if know anyone that might be interested in AIU friends colleagues former professors. We would appreciate it if you would pass this information on to them in due course
Yours Sincerely
Masaki Nakatsu
Student Affairs AIU