Japan's top university names its first female president
Japan's top university has appointed scientist Yuko Fujigaki as president, the first woman to lead the prestigious institution in its nearly 150-year history.
Japan's prestigious University of Tokyo has appointed its first female president, Prof. Makiko Fujigaki, according to reports on Tuesday. Professor Fujigaki, a scientist and technology expert, expressed hope that her appointment would send a powerful message about gender equality in academia and inspire more women to pursue academic careers.
The renowned institution, established in 1877, has faced controversy in recent years, including allegations of corruption. Upon taking office for a six-year term, Professor Fujigaki emphasized the urgent need for reform within the university, stating that it must uphold its role as a symbol of academic excellence for Japan and the world.
Last year, the university apologized for the arrest of a medical professor accused of accepting bribes, including lavish meals and visits to adult entertainment venues, from a cosmetics company seeking to leverage the institution's influence. Additionally, a plastic surgeon was arrested in November for allegedly accepting bribes from a medical equipment manufacturer.
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