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About Ohio International College

Mission

Ohio International College, a private, not-for-profit educational institution, seeks to develop discerning global citizens. It pursues excellence in education, research, and service to the communities it serves, with particular reference to the relationship between Japan and the United States.

History

Japan United States Teaching was founded in 1992 as a non-profit educational organization in Johnston, Iowa, with offices and operations primarily in Columbus, Ohio. According to Article III of its Articles of Incorporation, Japan United States Teaching was to “operate educational training schools, research facilities and related activities across the United States of America and possibly other nations of the world.” Since 1998 Japan United States Teaching has operated a main office at 5295 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio and in 2003 opened a branch office, dedicated to special programs and academic testing, at 1166 Kenny Centre Mall, Columbus, Ohio. In August 2004, JUST's President, Dr. Hideo Ishikawa, announced the Institute's intention to create postsecondary programs under the name Ohio International College.

Accreditation

OIC is not yet regionally accredited, but will pursue accreditation through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The initial step will be to follow the laws of Ohio and the regulations of the Ohio Board of Regents, as demanded by the Higher Learning Commission’s General Institutional Requirements that an institution meet “all the legal requirements to operate as an institution of higher education wherever it conducts its activities." To meet these requirements under Ohio law, a Certificate of Authorization is necessary (see Ohio Revised Code 1713.02). Upon attainment of a Certificate of Authorization from the Ohio Board of Regents, OIC will immediately seek accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission.

Governance

The members of the Board of Trustees of the College come from a range of backgrounds. The seven Trustees serve three-year renewable terms and meet quarterly. They are responsible for the overall strategic planning and operational direction of the College, and the appointment and evaluation of the President of the College. The President, Dr. Hideo Ishikawa, is responsible for personnel and administrative decisions concerning the College. The President develops an annual plan for the academic and strategic planning of the College and presents it to the Board of Trustees at its spring quarterly meeting for review, revision, and approval. The President is expected to consult the Board of Trustees on the direction and operations of the College at the Board’s quarterly meetings.