FRIENDS OF UTOKYO

Providing financial support and opportunities in cooperation with The University of Tokyo for the exchange of ideas in cultural, scientific, academic and social fields

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MID- TO LONG-TERM STUDIES

These scholarships support up to two years of mid- to long-term study (1 semester/2 quarters or longer) and provides up to $50,000/year.

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SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SHORT-TERM STUDIES

These scholarships support students for summer short-term study abroad programs between UTokyo and US universities.

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TRAVEL AWARD

FUTI encourages early-stage scholars to become major players in their respective international community. The FUTI Travel Award program aims to help the awardees build a strong international network with colleagues in the U.S. and other countries.

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Announcements

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Friends of UTokyo, Inc. Launches LinkedIn Page!

We are thrilled to announce that Friends of UTokyo, Inc. (FUTI) has officially launched its LinkedIn page! This platform will serve as a vital space for our community, enabling us to connect, share updates, and engage with supporters and alumni of the University of Tokyo.
By following our LinkedIn page, you’ll stay informed about our latest initiatives, upcoming events, and opportunities to get involved.
Join us in strengthening our network and amplifying the impact of the University of Tokyo around the world. Together, we can build a vibrant community dedicated to education, innovation, and cultural exchange.

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IF Ikuei Scholarship Recipient Receives 2024 ASLA Student Honor Award for Urban Design

Yui Omori, a recipient of the ITO FOUNDATION U.S.A.-FUTI IF Ikuei Scholarship, received an Honor Award from the prestigious 2024 ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects) Student Awards for her work with the North Carolina State University team’s coastal design proposal project, “Riverside Revival: Urban Design Strategies for Coastal Development”. Omori’s task in the project was to develop the resilience framework which, using nature-based approaches, accommodates future uncertainties of sea-level rises and extreme events.

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Geeta Mehta, FUTI Board Member, listed on Forbes’ 50 Over 50

Friends of UTokyo is proud to share the news that Geeta Mehta is on the list of Forbes’ 2024 “50 Over 50”, an annual list of women accomplishing groundbreaking and innovative work in their 50’s and beyond. Geeta is featured in the “Impact” category for her work as founder of Asia Initiatives.

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Newsletter No. 32

1 – Applications Now Being Accepted for the 2025 FUTI Scholarship Programs
2 – 2024-2025 Campaign Begins
3 – FUTI Travel Award Supports Early-Stage Scholars in Advancing Global Research and Collaboration
4 – Report on the Annual Online Gathering of Mid- to Long-Term Scholarship Recipients
5 – FUTI Hosts Its Second Fireside Chat: “How Can the University of Tokyo Expand Its Influence Globally?”
6 – Commemorative Project Begins for the University of Tokyo’s 150th Anniversary
7 – Earthquake Research Institute, The University of Tokyo celebrates its 100th anniversary in November 2025
8 – Friends of UTokyo, Inc. Launches LinkedIn Page
9 – Volunteers Join FUTI’s Public Relations Team

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Events

The objective of the FUTI Lectures Series is to provide UTokyo alumni and others with an opportunity to explore, challenge and debate salient issues with visiting UTokyo scholars and distinguished alumni in an informal setting. The events generally take place in a mid-Manhattan location or online.

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