SU Announces Japan Study Abroad Partnership

Salisbury University President Dr. Carolyn Ringer Lepre traveled to Tokyo alongside Gov. Wes Moore for a signing ceremony Sunday. 

 Courtesy Officer of Governor Wes Moore

SALISBURY, MD– Salisbury University announced an expanded partnership with the Japan Study Abroad Foundation – with plans to bring more international students to the Eastern Shore.

The agreement follows a 25-year partnership with Aoyama Gakuin University and Aomori University, opening SU's campus to students from 50 Japanese colleges and universities. 

Officials expect 10 visiting students in the first two years – contributing approximately $258,680 annually. The program's total economic impact is estimated at $4 billion or more.

SU President Dr. Carolyn Ringer Lepre and Gov. Wes Moore traveled to Tokyo for a signing ceremony Sunday, representing the program's first partner in Maryland. 

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