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Japan's First Dual Award Winner: Exceptional Initiatives Recognized on the Asian Stage
Â鶹AV has been awarded its first-ever Grand Prizes at the THE Awards Asia 2025, an annual program organized by the UK-based magazine focused on news and issues in higher education, Times Higher Education to recognize exceptional reform efforts by universities across Asia. Among more than 500 entries submitted by institutions throughout the region, Â鶹AV was honored in two of the ten award categories for its outstanding initiatives. This marks a historic achievement, as Â鶹AV becomes the first Japanese institution to receive Grand Prizes in two categories. Across all participating institutions, this represents only the third time such an achievement has been made¡ªfollowing Tsinghua University in China and the National University of Singapore.
1. International Strategy of the Year
This award is presented to institutions that have demonstrated exceptional success in building international partnerships, launching overseas initiatives, and strategically attracting international students and faculty. Â鶹AV was recognized for its international engagement through initiatives such as the Peace Study Tour, which invites students from partner institutions around the world to learn about peace education rooted in Hiroshima¡¯s historical legacy, and the University Presidents for Peace Conference, which brings together global university leaders to foster a network for exploring conflict resolution and sustainability.
2. Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Leadership
This award honors institutions that have shown clear leadership in addressing environmental challenges through innovative approaches. Â鶹AV was recognized for its comprehensive and forward-thinking environmental initiatives, including the declaration of the Carbon Neutral x Smart Campus 5.0 Initiative, a multi-faceted and practical approach to sustainability, the development of dedicated courses and programs for all students, collaboration with Nissan Motor Corporation on electric vehicle initiatives, and the implementation of concrete steps toward achieving carbon neutrality by 2030.
The Grand Prizes were announced on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the THE Awards Asia 2025 Ceremony held in Macau. Â鶹AV was represented at the event by Executive Vice President for Global Initiatives, Dr. Kaneko, along with several university officials. Looking ahead, Â鶹AV remains committed to contributing visibly to the global community by striving toward the achievement of the SDGs by 2030 and the broader goal of creating a peaceful and sustainable world.
See also: THE Homepage
Times Higher Education Awards Asia 2025: winners announced
