Student Life

Support for Students with Disabilities

Basic Approach

1. Aiming to foster individuals who, after entering society, challenge themselves to live independently while pursuing their personal goals.
2. Striving to create a campus culture where all students and staff naturally offer support and show empathy toward fellow students who may face difficulties or challenges, ensuring a shared sense of mutual assistance throughout the university.

Nagano University's facilities and support system were not in place from the beginning but were developed in response to the voices of many graduates and current students with disabilities. Our university has had a diverse population of students with disabilities, each with unique needs. At the same time, students without disabilities and faculty members live and learn together on the same campus. Nagano University's approach to supporting students with disabilities focuses on collaboration between the university community and organization to implement appropriate support systems for each individual and solve challenges one by one.
One of the university’s key characteristics, cultivated over more than 40 years, is this culture of "inclusive attitudes." Moving forward, we will continue to value student feedback and work toward building an even better support system.

Types of Support

The support provided varies depending on each student's individual needs, but we mainly offer the following assistance:

• Individual consultations and situation assessments by advisor (homeroom) teachers
• One-on-one meetings with teachers and specialized staff
• Holding "Discussion Meetings with Students with Disabilities" to get an overall understanding of the situation and exchange opinions
• Communication support via the portal site and email
• Accommodations in classes (note-taking, providing materials, reading out blackboard content, video descriptions, etc.)
• Adjustments for exams based on the level of disability (extended time, separate exam room, etc.)
• Personal locker rentals
• Installation of dedicated desks and lifts
• Securing rest areas
• Braille signs in classrooms
• Facility modifications based on requests

• Information support through note-taking (handwritten or computer) and UD Talk for classes, career seminars, and guidance sessions

  • Note: Support may not be available for all subjects. Sign language interpretation is provided for some subjects.
• Offering note-taker training courses on campus
• Hosting note-taker discussion meetings and workshops
• Transcription of video materials
• Information support during school events such as entrance and graduation ceremonies (note-taking, sign language interpretation, etc.)
• Lending of support devices (computers for PC note-taking, mobile devices, etc.)
• Installation of assistive devices (Braille printers, text-to-speech software, 3D copy machines, etc.)

• Note: In addition to the above, other accommodations are provided based on individual disabilities.

Courses Related to Support for Students with Disabilities

The university offers courses such as "Information Accessibility Technology," which teaches specialized methods for supporting communication for individuals with hearing or visual impairments, and "Volunteer Activities," which encourages participation in support activities for students with disabilities.

Training note takers

The university provides "note-taking support" for students with hearing impairments, helping them convert audio information from classes into text by computer or by hand. Note-taking knowledge and skills can be learned in the "Notetaker Training Course."

Club Activities

If you’re concerned about providing support on your own, you can join a group that assists people with disabilities and receive guidance on assistive technology from seniors.

Career Support for Students with Disabilities

• The university places a strong emphasis on career support from the early years of study.
• The Career Support Office provides assistance to students with disabilities by collaborating with 'Sana Works Research Institute,' which specializes in supporting employment for individuals with disabilities, and by utilizing information such as job openings and hiring trends.

• Employment Information Website for Students with Disabilities: "Web Sana" Sana Works Research Institute

Health Office and Student Counseling Room

The Student Counseling Room is a place where you can find support if you’re facing challenges during your time at university. You can discuss a wide range of topics, such as:

• Struggles with relationships (friends, romantic partners, family, etc.)
• Concerns about your physical or mental health
• Questions about sexuality
• Worries about your personality
• Anxiety about your future and career

No matter what you’re dealing with, it’s okay to talk about it. If you’re unsure whether your concern is worth discussing, don’t hesitate to reach out—sharing it with us can help lighten your burden.

How to Apply for Counseling

• Counseling is free and by appointment.
• Any student at Nagano University can use this service.
• Family members of students (undergraduate and graduate students) enrolled at Nagano University are also welcome to use the service.
  • Only with the consent of the student
• If you have already been accepted to Nagano University, you can generally consult with us.
  Please contact us by phone in advance and we will assist you.

Please choose the method that works best for you from the options below:

1. Visit the Student Counseling Room in person to apply.
2. Apply via the Student Counseling Room Application Form.
3. Apply by phone.
   TEL：0268-39-0009
   （Reception hours 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM）

Contact Information
(Student Counseling Room Desk)

Job Search Support

Industry and Job Research Seminar

Before students begin their full-scale job search, the university job support center holds 'Industry and Job Research Seminars' to help them improve their job awareness and explore a wide range of industries they may want to pursue. These seminars provide students with the opportunity to talk directly with company representatives, giving them real insight into work, jobs, and industries, and helping them prepare for their job search.

Scholarships for Qualifications and Job Search Support Fund

Scholarship for Qualifications

To encourage students to pursue various certification exams and qualifications during their studies, we offer scholarships of up to 30,000 yen based on the rank of the certification. For applications and more details, please contact the Career Support Office.

Job Search Support Fund

With the support of the Nagano University Alumni Association, we provide subsidies for transportation costs related to attending job search events or interviews, as well as entrance exams for graduate school. For more details, please contact the Career Support Office.

Career Support from Career Advisors

Career advisors are available for one-on-one consultations at any time. We offer individualized support, helping students envision their future and assisting with their personal growth.

• Note: If you are a graduate and would like to schedule a consultation, please contact us in advance before visiting the office.

Employment and Career

• As of May 2024

International Exchange Support

• Assistance with learning Japanese and Japanese culture
• Consultation regarding classes for international students
• Support for living arrangements, such as finding housing and local information
• Planning various exchange events
• Consultation and support for studying abroad

Partner Universities Abroad

Nagano University has partnerships with the following overseas institutions.

China

• Fudan University Japanese Studies Center (Shanghai)
• Hebei University (Baoding, Hebei Province)
• Dalian University of Foreign Languages (Dalian, Liaoning Province)
• Beijing Union University (Beijing)
• Wuyi University (Jiangmen, Guangdong Province)
• Ningbo University (Ningbo, Zhejiang Province)
• Huangshan University (Huangshan, Anhui Province)

South Korea

• Sungkyul University (Anyang)

Taiwan

• Chaoyang University of Technology (Taichung)
• Chang Jung Christian University (Tainan)

Philippines

• Lyceum of the Philippines University (Manila)