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Five major problems to be aware of during the new semester

①Drinking

Acute alcohol poisoning due to binge drinking can lead to death!

Drinking alcohol under the age of 20 is not only against the law, but forcing others to drink is also a serious breach of etiquette (alcohol harassment), so please do not do so under any circumstances. If you see a friend drinking excessively, do not encourage them or tolerate them, but stop them. Drinking in one go is also extremely dangerous. Furthermore, drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited on university campuses as a general rule.

The Waseda University Waseda University Student Health Promotion Mutual Aid Association (Waseda Student Health Association) distributes "alcohol constitution test patches" through faculty offices and other locations during New-Student Orientation and when student ID cards are issued. Be sure to understand your physical condition.

② Drugs

Illegal drugs destroy your life. Don't betray your family and friends!

You must never touch illegal drugs such as marijuana or stimulants, or dangerous drugs sold online under the names of "legal drugs" or "legal escape drugs." Possession, use, or transfer of such drugs will not only result in severe criminal penalties, but also in severe penalties such as expulsion from school and having to repay Scholarship. Overdosing on over-the-counter drugs is also strictly prohibited.

3. Fake student club

University campuses, where anyone can come and go freely, are easy targets. Waseda University students are being targeted!

Religious cults, political sects, pyramid schemes, and other groups will approach you in the guise of a student club, using clever words. If you are invited to join by someone who says, "You can make friends" or "You can earn money easily," find out the name of the group and carefully check the details of their activities. You also need the courage to ignore them. Solicitations via social media are also increasing rapidly, so be careful.

Reference: What is the real fear of cults? Waseda University students being targeted, clever techniques and countermeasures (Waseda Weekly)

④Personal Information

Protect your own information! Leaked information cannot be recovered.

The number of fraudulent billings from fake accounts posing as financial institutions or delivery companies is on the rise. It is also important to be careful about replying to suspicious emails and accessing suspicious websites that could infect your computer or smartphone with a virus. There have also been many cases of people asking for personal information under the guise of part-time job introductions.

⑤Dark part-time job

Dark part-time job is recruiting criminal perpetrators. Be careful of job information that appears to have favorable conditions at first glance!

Be skeptical of job offers that promise high pay, same-day payment, or simply receiving documents. These are especially dangerous if you are asked to contact the company through an anonymous application. Also, be careful of black companies that force you to meet strict quotas or work overcrowded shifts.

As of April 1, 2022, the age of majority has been lowered to 18, and as a result, the "minor's right to cancel a contract" (the right to cancel a contract when a minor has signed a contract without the consent of a legal representative) no longer applies to those aged 18 or 19. When starting a part-time job, be sure to thoroughly read and understand the contents of the contract before signing it.

Reference: Problems you should be aware of as you move from 18 to adulthood due to the lowering of the age of majority (Waseda Weekly)

Other precautions regarding student life, such as sex-related issues and theft issues, are posted in detail on Student Affairs Section website.

Where to go when you're in trouble

If you are in trouble, do not try to solve it on your own, but immediately seek help from a consultation service. The closest consultation service is the office of your faculty or graduate school, but we will introduce you to various other services. Please check the websites of each service for the latest information, such as opening hours.

1. If you get into trouble or feel in danger

Student Life Hotline (Student Affairs Section) Toyama Campus Waseda University Student Center (Building 30) 1st Floor Student Affairs Division Student Affairs Section
TEL: 03-3202-0706
Evenings, Sundays, and public holidays: TEL: 03-3203-4300 (Waseda Campus General Gate Reception)

2. When you want to see a doctor or receive an examination for a physical or mental condition

・Physical discomfort due to symptoms such as a cold or stress

Each specialist will examine you and perform tests. If necessary, you will be referred to a general hospital or other medical institution.
Health Support Center Clinic (Internal Medicine/Psychosomatic Medicine), 3rd Floor, Building 25-2, Waseda Campus
TEL: 03-5286-3984 (Reservations required)

・If you feel depressed or mentally distressed

Health Support Center, Mental Health Clinic (Psychiatry), Waseda Campus Building 25-2, 5th Floor
TEL: 03-5286-8743 (Reservations required)

3. If you are injured on campus

Health Support Center Clinic (Emergency Medical Care), 3rd Floor, Building 25-2, Waseda Campus
TEL: 03-5286-3984

Four. Consultation regarding health (mental and physical disorders)

Health Support Center　Health Care Room 1st floor Building 25, Waseda Campus
We offer health consultations by public health nurses, internal medicine physicians, women's health consultations by female healthcare specialists, and nutrition consultations by registered dietitians. In addition, to help manage your health, we conduct an annual health checkup in April. Student Regular Health Checkups Please be sure to see a doctor.
TEL: 03-5286-9800 (Reservations required)

Five. If you are unsure about where to consult regarding interpersonal relationships or student life,

Health Support Center　Student Counseling Room 6th floor, Building 25-2, Waseda Campus
There are also branch offices at the Toyama, Nishi-Waseda, and Tokorozawa campuses.
TEL: 03-3203-4449 (Reservations required)

* Health Support Center has branches on five campuses in addition to Building 25 on Waseda Campus, providing health consultations, first aid, and hospital referrals. Please see here for details on each branch.

Reference: A strong ally for Waseda students! A nearby and reliable Health Support Center (Waseda Weekly)

6. Gender and sexuality consultations

Gender and Sexuality Center Waseda Campus Building 10, Room 213
TEL: 03-3204-4607 Email: [email protected]

Gender and Sexuality Center Community Space

7. If you have a disability and would like to receive academic support

Accessibility Resource Center

[Physical Disability Category]
Room 110, 1st Floor, Building 3, Waseda Campus
TEL: 03-5286-3747 Email: [email protected]

[Mental and Developmental Disabilities Section]
Room 102-10, 1st Floor, Building 19, Waseda Campus
TEL: 03-3208-0587 Email: [email protected]

8. Is it harassment? If you think so

Compliance consultation desk
Confidentiality will be protected, so please feel free to contact us. You can also remain anonymous.
For more information, please check the website of each counter and contact the one most convenient for you.

​Click here for the "Guidelines for preventing harassment at Waseda University"

[Campus office] (Office of Compliance): Web form and email reception
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-17:00
Email: [email protected]
*Reservations are required if you wish to visit.

[Off-campus counter] (Contractor: NEC VALWAY Co., Ltd.): Web form, email, and phone reception
Reception hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-19:00/Sat 8:30-17:00
TEL: 0120-123-393
*English and Chinese available

9. Legal Advice

[Law corporation" Waseda Legal Clinic "]
This is a law firm attached to a university (※). We provide legal education by teaching clinical law classes at the Graduate School Waseda Law School, and also provide high-quality legal services to society. During the semester, we accept free legal consultations for clinical law classes at any time, and regularly hold free legal consultations on campus. In addition, the legal consultations held by Student Counseling Room Health Support Center (held twice a month) are handled by lawyers affiliated with our firm.

(*) Although Waseda University Faculty will be involved, the project is a separate entity from the university.

Legal consultations can be conducted face-to-face, over the phone, or via Zoom, depending on your preference. Please note that call charges for telephone calls and data communication charges for Zoom, etc. will be borne by the person making the call.

4th floor, Building 28, Waseda Campus
Waseda Legal Clinic Law Firm)
TEL: 03-5272-8156

"Legal Handbook for Students - Lawyers are watching over your life!" (edited by Koji Omi and Junichiro Hironaka, Seibundo)

We have also published a book called "Legal Handbook for Students - Lawyers are watching over your life!" (edited by Koji Omi and Junichiro Hironaka, published by Seibundo) that can help you deal with various troubles that may occur during your university life (four lawyers from our office have written it). We hope that not only new students but also current students will refer to this book to help them lead a meaningful university life.