Ambition to Enlighten the World
Hokkaido University will celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2026. Toward this milestone year that commemorates its 150th anniversary, the University is promoting the following commemorative projects for the next 150 years under the slogan “ambition to enlighten the world.”
Human Resource Development Project Fostering “Innovation Frontrunners”
With the concept of “expanding learning beyond the campus into the local community and the global field,” we support students who wish to learn more, conduct research, and broaden their perspectives. We will contribute to the comprehensive and sustainable promotion of innovation by building an integrated undergraduate and graduate human resource development program.
Virtual Campus Project
In addition to the development of a digital education environment for Hokkaido University students, we will create a “place” where society in general can learn about the results of Hokkaido University’s education and research, and a virtual campus that utilizes VR education.
Renovation and Utilization Project of the Furukawa Hall
The Furukawa Hall, a nationally registered tangible cultural property and preserved as a historical building by the University, will be renovated as a place where the local community can be enlightened about the University’s activities to achieve the SDGs and DEI, and where young people can experience real “knowledge,” thereby contributing to the creation of a future society.
Children’s Book Forest Project
The Children’s Book Forest, a library for children, will be built on the Sapporo Campus with a donation from the world-renowned architect ANDO Tadao. Based on a three-way agreement between the University, Tadao Ando Architects & Associates, and the City of Sapporo, the library will be operated as a Sapporo municipal library.
Project to Create a Communication Activation Base
ENLIGHT, a communication activation base, was established within the Open Innovation Hub “ENREISO,” a place where researchers, students, and others at the University can connect with users from other universities, local governments, companies, and other organizations to generate new ideas for solutions to social and regional issues.
Hokkaido University Research Festival Project
In addition to 150 consecutive days of events introducing research related to sustainability, innovation, and diversity to elementary, junior high, and high school students, a symposium will be held to bring together university researchers, industry, government officials, the general public, and others.
150th Anniversary Publication Compilation Project
To archive the history of Hokkaido University and to convey the historical appeal of the University through its materials, a general introduction, a collection of documents, a collection of photographs, and booklets will be published.
150th Anniversary Fund(Hokkaido University Frontier Foundation)
The Hokkaido University Frontier Foundation, which was established to promote the independence and self-reliance of the University, has been redesigned as the 150th Anniversary Fund in preparation for the 150th anniversary of the founding of the University in 2026.
In addition to commemorative projects for the next 150 years, we have prepared a variety of programs such as scholarships for students and study abroad support, and have received continued warm donations from alumni, individuals, and corporations.