This article will regularly update the latest information pertaining to the change in classes and events due to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The Class of 2019 International Student is NOT applicable to those are expected to graduate in autumn 2020.<\/p>\n
1. Conferment of diploma<\/strong> (Updated on March 19th) 2.\u00a0Temporary close of the Administrative Offices (Updated on April 7th)<\/strong><\/p>\n While curbing the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), all operation at the Tokorozawa and Higashi-fushimi Administrative Offices is temporarily suspended as follows:<\/p>\n Period of implementation: April 8th to 21st, 2020 (*subject to change)<\/p>\n *Please know that this measurement is taken to alleviate the infectious possibilities and risks.<\/p>\n 3. Extended Working Hours of the Automatic Certificate Issuing Machine (Updated on March 18th)<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>As the university website announces, provided the current situation on the coronavirus and protection of the well-being of students, parents, faculty, and staff, the university has decided to cancel the AY2019 university-wise graduation ceremony to be scheduled at Waseda Arena on March 26. The AY2019 department-wise ceremony, which was expected to take place on the same date, has been cancelled in conjunction. For details, please refer to the following URL: https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/top\/news\/68610<\/a><\/p>\n
\nShortening office operating hours indicates that you are promoted to go and get the certificates automatically at the exclusive machines mounted inside Waseda main campus within the extended working hours: https:\/\/www.waseda.jp\/navi\/e\/services\/opentime-certificates.html#section7<\/a>
\nNote 1): Graduating students are highly recommended to obtain a variety of certificates by the end of March.
\nNote 2): In light of diminishing the increased risks at crowded modes of transportation, we strongly encourage students to visit other campuses than Tokorozawa campus at staggered hours on public transportation.<\/p>\n