Crisis in Japan

The Office of International Education would like to express its deepest condolences for those affected by the March 11th earthquake and tsunami in Japan, as well as our concern for the ongoing relief efforts. As host to more than 50 Japanese students, as well as Japanese faculty and staff, the campus community stands in solidarity with the Japanese people in this difficult time.

Campus Messages

Press Release

Campus Support Services

International Students:
The International Student Advisors are available to support international students. More...

All Students:
The Counseling Center is available to provide support to all students. More...

Faculty and Staff:
The Faculty and Staff Assistance Program is available for support. More...

Fundraising Efforts

CSU, Chico faculty, staff, and students,  have partnered with community members to hold a series of fundraisers to support relief efforts in Japan. Throughout the months of April and May, fundraisers were held and donations collected on behalf of the American Red Cross. All funds support the American Red Cross of Northeastern California for Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief. See the Japan Friendship Club website for more information: http://www.chicojapan.org/

Relief Organizations

American Red Cross: Japan Earthquake Relief Donation Page

International Red Cross and Red Crescent home page

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

United States Government Resources

US Citizenship and Immigration Service Information for Japanese Nationals
US Embassy, Tokyo, Warden Message
US Department of State Travel Warnings

US Department of State Japan Earthquake and Tsunami page

News Updates

NHK World News, English Edition
CNN
BBC Asia-Pacific
BBC FAQ on Nuclear Energy

Additional Resources

International Atomic Energy Agency
Nature.com