How Learning Beyond a Single Discipline Expanded My Potential

I chose Eikei University of Hiroshima because of its practice‑oriented learning and its commitment to a truly diverse learning environment. Instead of restricting students to a single field, Eikei University of Hiroshima encourages cross‑disciplinary exploration, fostering broader perspectives.

This openness is visible both in its international community and in the many Japanese students from different prefectures, which together create a campus rich in experiences and viewpoints.

What appealed to me most was Eikei University of Hiroshima emphasis on real‑world engagement. The university provides meaningful opportunities to work with communities, organizations, and public institutions, allowing us to connect classroom learning to actual social challenges. Project‑Based Learning (PBL), in particular, has been especially valuable. Through hands‑on planning, teamwork, and problem‑solving, I have strengthened my critical thinking and learned how to collaborate with people who have diverse backgrounds and approaches.

For me, Eikei University of Hiroshima is where practical experience, academic exploration, and diversity come together. It is an environment that helps students grow, discover new interests, and learn how to make a positive impact on society.

Through these conversations and continuous feedback, I learned to listen carefully to others, understand their intentions, and express my own ideas more clearly. Thanks to this experience, my communication became smoother, and I feel that I also developed stronger Global collaboration by working together with my classmates.

Discovering My Challenges and Growth Through Project‑Based Learning

First, in Liberal Arts at Eikei University of Hiroshima, the 5Ps—Peace, Partnership, People, Prosperity, and Planet—serve as a framework for SDG-oriented learning, through which students build broad knowledge and approaches. In the advanced courses, students use the “windows”—People, Prosperity, and Planet—as perspectives for examining issues according to their interests.

Building on this foundation, Project‑Based Learning (PBL) engages small student teams with real‑world issues faced by companies, local governments, non‑profits, and international organizations. Through research, fieldwork, group work, and final proposals, we identify core problems and explore practical solutions.

With the multi‑perspective mindset I developed in Liberal Arts, I discussed social issues with classmates who had diverse backgrounds and interests in PBL. These differences deepened our conversations and led to more practical insights.

Through ongoing dialogue and feedback, I learned to listen carefully, understand others’ intentions, and present my ideas more clearly. Thanks to this experience, my communication became smoother, and I developed stronger Global collaboration by working closely with my peers.

Finding My Passion and My Future Through Learning Beyond Borders

Eikei University of Hiroshima has given me opportunities to grow both personally and academically. Thanks to its unique and flexible academic curriculum, I was able to focus on my own interests, which opened the door to new experiences and meaningful connections.

The university’s diverse learning environment also allowed me to learn from people with different backgrounds and perspectives. One particularly meaningful experience was the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the everyday lives of Filipino families facing economic hardship and the challenges they encounter. This experience taught me that there is far more to the world than what we see on the surface, and it strengthened my desire to learn from different perspectives.

These insights—and the opportunity to pursue them—would not have been possible without Eikei University of Hiroshima’s flexible and inclusive learning environment. Through these experiences, I discovered what I am truly passionate about and realized just how vast the world really is.

My future goal is to become a bridge that addresses the social challenges faced by both Japan and the Philippines. As someone with both Japanese and Filipino roots, I have experienced firsthand how differently each society functions and have come to understand the unique issues they face—such as Japan’s declining population and the Philippines’ challenges related to population growth.

To work toward meaningful solutions, I hope to deepen my understanding of the social and economic structures of both countries and build strong connections between them. Because I have learned how valuable it is to view issues from multiple perspectives, I want to continue expanding my worldview and “connecting the dots” between different social challenges.

Starting from my two home countries, I aim to eventually address broader societal issues around the world and contribute to the creation of sustainable solutions across diverse regions. Through this journey, I hope to learn, create, and grow together with the communities I work with.

（February 2026 contribution）