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Second Semester beginsAutumn Entrance Ceremony, OrientationUniversity FestivalFurthermore, Shimane University has various athletic, culture and hobby-related teams and clubs that welcome international students. There are approximately one hundred clubs on Matsue Campus, and fifty clubs on Izumo Campus that conduct activities on and off campus. These activities provide the opportunity for students to enhance their bodies and minds, to make friends, and to respect each other in ways that would be impossible inside the classroom. As such, these activities are believed to play an important role in students’ lives.University FestivalShimane University International PartyWinter VacationWinter Vacation endsClasses resumeFinal ExamsSki Trip for International StudentsSpring VacationGraduation CeremonySecond Semester endsSpring Vacation endsGraduation Ceremony12OCTOBERNOVEMBERDECEMBERJANUARYFEBRUARYMARCHInternational students can enrich their study abroad experience in Japan by taking part in field trips sponsored by Shimane University. Students have the chance to visit places that enable them to experience cultural traditions, the beauty of nature and historical heritages, including a historically distinct countryside town in Shimane Prefecture where students can experience traditional Japanese life. All students can also enjoy the annual International Party to share their culture with not only other international students but also many Japanese students and staff. Exchange Events and Club Activities101112123