University of Tokyo appoints Yuko Fujigaki as its first female president
The University of Tokyo announced Yuko Fujigaki will become its next president, marking the institution's first female leader.
Yuko Fujigaki, a 64-year-old professor from the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, was selected to succeed Teruo Fujii as president of the University of Tokyo. Her six-year term starts in April after a vote by faculty and staff placed her second but ultimately chosen through comprehensive consideration. The appointment comes as the university aims to improve governance following recent faculty corruption scandals.
Why it matters
It signals a historic gender breakthrough at Japan's top university and reflects efforts to restore trust after scandals.
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