Hokuriku University

Hokuriku University, abbreviated as Hokudai is a private university in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan. The university is locally nicknamed Hokudai, though typically the term is used nationwide to refer to Hokkaido University.

History

Founded in 1975, it was founded as a single-department college with the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The Faculty of Foreign Languages and the Faculty of Law were established in 1987 and 1992, respectively.
The School of Future Learning was established in 2004, making it the newest.
At the end of March 2005, Hokuriku University owned 4.44% of the outstanding stock in FM Tokyo.

, an on-demand video system for viewing and reviewing recorded lectures. Students can access RVES from any internet-connected computer.
: a trilingual podcast in English, Chinese, and Japanese; includes interviews, music, language learning segments, and an English 'Word for Today'; created by HU students and faculty. Also available on .
: the Hokuriku University gymnasium. It has a swimming pool, weight lifting room, sauna, and aerobics area.
coordinates the many exchange programs HU has with other schools, including a program where HU students can study in China. The IEC also coordinates for foreign students.