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To achieve these goals, ASEP 2016 was There, the students and accompanying
conducted as a series of site visits and professors and staff were met with a warm
community engagement projects at several welcome and reception by the organizing
notable biodiversity and cultural sites in committee of Waseda University. After a
Tokyo, Hokkaido, and Chiba. Through these brief reception, the participants were
activities, the participants were guided to guided to the opening ceremony of ASEP
discover through hands-on experiences 2016, which was held at [LOCATION]. The
newfound knowledge and wisdom from opening ceremony saw the participants
Japan’s biodiverse treasures. The specific meeting with many important persons who
sites within the scope of ASEP 2016 were: had made ASEP 2016 a possibility, which
included [IMPORTANT PERSONS]. After the
(1) Waseda University, Tokyo - served as a opening ceremony, ASEP 2016 participants
vibrant platform for scholarly discourse to were invited for a campus tour of Waseda
foster deep discussions and insightful University, which immediately immersed
lectures aimed at enriching participants' the participants in an environment steeped
understanding of biodiversity and wisdom. in the program’s central theme of wisdom
(2) Shiretoko National Park, Hokkaido - and biodiversity. Waseda University, a
epitomized the delicate harmony between beacon of academic prowess, unfolds its
humans and wildlife, giving insights into rich tapestry through a combination of
conservation efforts and indigenous architectural marvels and remarkable
wisdom, as well as the interconnectedness achievements. Established in 1882 by the
of ecosystems. forward-thinking statesman Shigenobu
(3) Nijibetsu, Shibecha, Hokkaido – visiting Okuma, Waseda stands as a testament to
villages and experiencing timeless Japan's commitment to education and
traditions and spiritual connection to innovation. The campus, spread across
nature upheld by the Ainu people, multiple locations in Tokyo, showcases a
highlighting the profound wisdom of harmonious blend of traditional Japanese
indigenous communities in fostering a aesthetics and modern design, creating a
symbiotic relationship with the visually stunning environment for
environment. intellectual pursuits. The iconic Ōkuma
(4) Kushiro Shitsugen Wildlife Center, Auditorium, a symbol of the university's
Hokkaido - innovative approaches to enduring legacy, greets visitors with its
preserving biodiversity and insights into grand facade and intricate detailing,
sustainable practices and the importance reminiscent of Japan's cultural heritage.
of protecting keystone species. This architectural gem serves not only as a
(5) Aeon Mall, Makuhari, Chiba – a fusion of venue for events and lectures but also as a
cutting-edge technology and tangible representation of Waseda's
environmental consciousness for urban historical significance. Waseda's
sustainability, witness how eco-friendly achievements are equally impressive.
practices can thrive in contemporary Boasting thirty-six departments, including
cityscapes. thirteen undergraduate schools and
twenty-three graduate schools, the
The first day of ASEP 2016 (3rd August) university has been a trailblazer in
began as participants from all involved academic innovation. In 2023, Waseda
countries arrived in Tokyo and made their University proudly enrolled 38,776
way to the host university, Waseda undergraduate students and 8,490
University. graduate students.
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