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Student Support

Center for Professional Communication

The mission of the Center for Professional Communication(CPC) is to support GRIPS’ students, faculty, and staff in developing effective professional communication skills and competencies needed to communicate productively in an environment of multiple stakeholders. To this end, we offer a range of instruction and support in fundamental areas of professional communication in English and Japanese including policy paper writing, professional speaking, grant proposal writing, and digital communications. We also provide opportunities for cultural and academic exchanges through a self-access learning center, organize seminars and special events related to all aspects of professional communication, and prepare customized materials for students and staff on academic

Health Services Center

The Health Services Center provides free-of-charge medical and counseling services including medical advice, first aid, and specialist referrals.

Student Rooms

Each student is given an individual study space in one of the student rooms, which is accessible 24 hours a day. Individual spaces are equipped with a desk, a comfortable chair, and a bookshelf and are separated with partitions for maximum privacy.

Fitness Center

GRIPS has a modern fitness center equipped with strength training machines, cardiovascular workout machines, a blood-pressure measuring device, and a shower. The fitness center is open six days a week and is free of charge.