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Pei Zheng
〈Professor, Center for Language Studies〉

　　I used to be an international student. It was a coincidence that I had majored in Japanese in my undergraduate education in China. This coincidence led me to come to Japan for further education and to earn a teaching position. I would never have expected that language teaching would become my livelihood. Up to now, there were moments when I had gone through hard times; however, I now feel myself lucky because not only could I pursue higher education but also by having had contact with gentle people from different worlds and cultures, I can have a broader perspective of life and of huma beings.I strongly encourage you to become aware of cultural differences, to bridge these differences with your own, and finally assimilate them. I have not doubt this will be an enjoyable experience. Otaru University of Commerce is relatively small in size; however, I assure you that you will not be disappointed coming here. Only concern is the really heavy snow in winter, but I advise you to it as a gift from nature to accompany your study at OUC.

Neil Clymer
〈Associate Professor, Department of Commerce〉

　The choice to study abroad is a choice to widen one’s horizons. Academic challenge, cultural diversity, and a fabulous environment await foreign students who select Otaru University of Commerce. Whether your focus is economics, management, international business, or Japanese language, you can tailor a program to meet your needs. On the other hand, there are a plethora of diversions. Hundreds of kilometers of nearby scenic coastlines, 90 minutes of travel time from the best skiing in Asia, and an abundance of seafood so delicious that sushi enthusiasts travel all the way from Tokyo make Otaru like nowhere else on earth. Whether you come for just a one year study program or in pursuit of a degree, Otaru University of Commerce guarantees an unforgettable experience.

Carolus Praet
〈Professor, Department of Commerce〉

　Having celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2011, OUC is a national university with a longstanding tradition. Its campus is located on top of a hill with a beautiful view of Otaru bay and is only 40 minutes away from Sapporo, Japan’s fifth largest city. The cozy campus makes it easy to build friendships with Japanese students and your fellow
exchange students. For a Japanese university, OUC also has a relatively large foreign faculty staff including professors from Great Britain, Iceland, the Netherlands, Rumania, South Korea, China, and the United States. Together with our Japanese colleagues, we can provide you with unique insights into Japanese and foreign matters. You will find that your time at OUC will help you become a truly global (business) person!