On the afternoon of May21, 2025, the online cooperation negotiation meeting between Shandong Xiehe University(SXU) and Yamaguchi Ube New Dental Hygienist Training School was successfully convened. Attendees included the following representatives:

From SXU:

Ms. Xv Yan, Vice Dean of the School of Medical Science;

Charlie, Director of the International Office;

Ms. Betty Niu, Vice Director of the International Office;

Assistants: Anna, Alice, Evan, and Claire.

From Yamaguchi Ube New Dental Hygienist Training School:

Ms. Matsushita Yoshiko, Head of the International Department;

Ms. Su Qiao, Assistant of the International Office.

The meeting focused on exploring collaborative opportunities between the two institutions. Representatives shared detailed information about their academic programs and proposed constructive suggestions for future cooperation. Both parties agreed to strengthen academic exchanges and research collaboration. Discussions also covered student exchange programs, academic advancement initiatives, and faculty visits. They pledged to actively implement cooperation plans to enhance communication and development opportunities for teachers and students.

At the conclusion of the meeting, SXU extended a formal invitation to Yamaguchi Ube representatives for an on-campus visit, which was warmly welcomed by the Japanese delegation.

This successful meeting marks a significant milestone in the partnership between SXU and Yamaguchi Ube New Dental Hygienist Training School. Both institutions are committed to deepening collaboration and fostering academic innovation through joint efforts.

Yamaguchi Ube New Dental Hygienist Training School, located in Atsushimanaka, Ube, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan, and offers a three-year Dental Hygienist Program combining theory and practice. The school, equipped with advanced training facilities and simulation units that replicate real-world dental practice settings, enables students to gain ample practical experience. Furthermore, it adopts Chromebook digital teaching tools, blending online and offline teaching for flexible learning, allowing students to preview and review lessons anytime, anywhere. (Anna & Evan from International Office)