As stipulated in the Charters of Education and Research, in the field of education, Kyushu University aims to encourage higher education that attracts a wide range of people from all over the world, to develop highly specialized students to play leading global roles in relevant fields, and to contribute to global development. In the field of research, Kyushu University defines its missions as those that respect humanity’s longstanding pursuit of truth and wisdom, that are disseminated to future generations, that develop new prospects based on traditions in education, and that produce world-class and advanced intellectual achievements. To these ends, we must remain openminded, vigorous, and insightful. Further, we must continue to take on new challenges, make tireless efforts to scale new heights, and be pioneers in finding new horizons.

　As a world-class Center of Excellence open to Asia, Kyushu University is expected and destined to develop primary education, research, and medical activities attracting many international students. Also, as a core university representing western Japan, Kyushu University is expected to work closely with surrounding cities, bringing prosperity and development, and acting as a responsible and reliable university of the citizenry. In 1995, Kyushu University settled on a substantial agreement for university reform, and has carried out far-reaching structural reforms starting with the Graduate School/Graduate Faculty system. Since its incorporation in 2004, Kyushu University has engaged in major projects and reforms with distinctive goals and approaches under the leadership of the former President. By repeatedly applying both top-down and bottom-up approaches, it is vital from now on to energize the University, pursue this direction of reforms, and further embody a system in which local input and knowledge from faculty members can be fully reflected.

　Kyushu University is determined to establish an environment where all students and faculty members can feel encouraged in their work, showing confidence and pride. By doing so, a positive chain reaction will be brought about. Students and faculty members can fully dedicate themselves to their tasks to reach higher goals, specialized graduates will draw more attention from an increasingly high caliber of students, and successful faculty members with notable achievements in their fields will attract a greater number and variety of competent researchers. All of this will support the active, sustainable development of our University. 　In 2011, Kyushu University celebrates its first centennial anniversary,

marking its founding as a National Imperial University. To open up a new century of intellectual achievement, Kyushu University is expected to use its centennial tradition as a launching pad for its leap into the future. It is our mission to successfully complete the ongoing centennial projects, set a precise direction for the next century, determine the paths to follow, and carry out the projects needed to achieve our goals. To facilitate this, our relocation to the Ito New Campus is a top priority. With the kind understanding and cooperation received from various circles, we are committed to making every possible effort to promptly complete this relocation.

　I offer a sincere welcome to all those who visit us, whether by way of this pamphlet, through our website, or in person, to see the Universitycontinue to evolve and advance.                                                                                        Setsuo Arikawa