Graduation Speeches

Guest Speech: Dr. Akihiko Tanaka

Chairperson Kokubu Fumiya, President Kikkawa Takeo, Trustees, members of the Faculty, distinguished guests, family members, friends, and above all, graduates. Congratulations!

I am honored to have this opportunity to speak at the commencement of the International University of Japan. As president of the Japan International Cooperation Agency, JICA, I am privileged and honored to join others to celebrate the new graduates of the IUJ. As you may know, the IUJ accepts more JICA scholars as degree candidates than any other university in Japan.

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Introductory remarks from IUJ President Takeo Kikkawa 

Today, we have gathered here to celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2025 from the master’s programs and doctoral program at the International University of Japan.

I am pleased to announce that we are proudly sending off 110 Master’s students from the Graduate School of International Relations, 88 Master’s students from the Graduate School of International Management, and 1 PhD student from the Graduate School of International Relations.

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Graduate School of International Relations Valedictorian: Mustafa, Muhammad Namaan

President of IUJ, esteemed members of the faculty, distinguished guests, respected families, fellow graduates.
A very good morning to you all.
It is with profound humility and gratitude that I address you today as the valedictorian of the Graduate School of International Relations, Class of 2025.

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Graduate School of International Management Valedictorian: Yonjan, Chuten Gyalmo

Good afternoon, everyone. Two years ago, I was standing on the platform of Urasa Station with a suitcase.
And a heart full of excitement and worry. Looking back, I had absolutely no idea how IUJ would change my life.
Today, I stand before you with more things that I can carry in that suitcase. I now carry friendships that span continents, memories I can’t begin to count, and a heart full of gratitude.

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