On October 3, The Autumn 2022 Okayama University Matriculation Ceremony was held at the 50th Anniversary Hall. 28 undergraduate students newly enrolled in the Discovery Program for Global Learners and 130 graduate students began their university life.
　
Due to COVID-19 prevention measures that were also enacted last year, attendees were limited to new students and university officials, and careful measures were in place, such as checking the physical condition of the attendees.
　
Executive Director for Academic Affairs/Provost FUNAHASHI Hiroaki read out the President’s address, encouraging the new students with the following: “As a student studying at a research university promoting the SDGs, we hope that you will learn many new things with your friends and colleagues that will enable you to produce and deliver innovative discoveries, skills, and applications to the world. With that purpose in mind, please enjoy the opportunities to experience the history and culture of the Okayama region as well as its rich natural environment.”
　
On behalf of the new students, SUZUKI Sakurako of the Discovery Program for Global Learners gave a pledge: “As the incoming class of 2022, we pledge to work together toward solving ongoing global and societal issues while respecting each other’s values.”