SDG17
多元夥伴關係
Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) from Thailand visited NUK, enhancing practical interaction and collaboration between the sister schools.
【Translator: Zhi-Yu Yang】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-07-25 A delegation from Srinakharinwirot University (SWU), the sister school of the National University of Kaohsiung in Thailand, led by President Somchai Santiwatanakul, recently visited. During the visit, President Yueh-Tuan Chen of the National University of Kaohsiung warmly welcomed them and expressed both universities' commitment to further collaboration in teaching, research, faculty and student exchange, and sports. Yueh-Tuan Chen stated that both universities established their sister school relationship and signed a student exchange agreement in 2018. Over the years, there has been frequent exchange of students and faculty. For example, in the 111th academic year, eight Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) students applied for exchange. With the global impact of the COVID-19 pandemic subsiding, she believes that the interaction between the two institutions will become even more frequent in the future. Notably, both universities share similar philosophies, placing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the core of their institutional governance. They actively collaborate with industries and society to fulfill their university's values and social responsibility.The visiting delegation from Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) included President Somchai Santiwatanakul, Vice President Prit Supasetsiri, Deans of various colleges, and heads of departments, totaling 20 members. SWU is Thailand's first national teachers' university, established in 1949 and named by King Bhumibol Adulyadej in honor of his mother, Queen Srinagarindra.The Office of International Affairs at the National University of Kaohsiung coordinated this exchange activity between the two universities. Xing-Hao WU, Dean of International Affairs at NUK, mentioned that soccer is one of the national sports in Thailand. He highlighted that NUK is aligned with the national policy and has been actively developing soccer programs. The university's soccer team formed just a year ago, has already succeeded by winning the male third division championship in the University Football Association and advancing to the male second division. Wu expressed optimism about the potential for both universities to use sports exchanges to facilitate interactions among teachers, coaches, and athletes. This could further enhance cooperation in various fields.#SDG4 #SDG17
NUK and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam signed an MOU to enhance exchange and collaboration.
【Translator: Zhi-Yu Yang】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-07-05 The National University of Kaohsiung and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) in Vietnam recently signed a memorandum of understanding for academic exchange and a student exchange agreement. The President of the National University of Kaohsiung, Yueh-Tuan Chen, and the Dean of the School of Economics at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City, Bui Thanh Trang, represented both parties in the signing ceremony. Xing-Hao WU, Dean of International Affairs at the National University of Kaohsiung, witnessed the event, and I-Hui Cheng, Director of the International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) Program.Yueh-Tuan Chen expressed her honor in maintaining a friendly partnership with UEH. Both universities are highly compatible in fields such as economics, management, foreign languages, and law. She further stated that they will continue encouraging students from NUK to apply for exchange programs, aiming to promote cross-cultural learning and broaden international perspectives. This initiative is expected to enhance students' global adaptability and mobility.The National University of Kaohsiung and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City aim to deepen their exchange and cooperation opportunities by signing the exchange agreement. In the future, both institutions will continue collaborating to promote academic and cultural exchanges, share teaching resources, and expand the avenues for cross-border learning for students from both universities.#SDG4 #SDG17
Overseas Students at National University of Kaohsiung Embrace Early Dragon Boat Festival Celebration with Rice Dumplings and Academic Support.
【Translator: Zhi-Yu Yang】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-06-16 As the university semester is about to end, coinciding with the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, the Office of International Affairs of NUK prepared delicious meat (and vegetarian) rice dumplings on the 15th in advance. Invite overseas students to enjoy meals and care about their academic studies and school life. Dean of International Affairs Xing-Hao Wu repeatedly emphasized the importance of safety outside. Especially for overseas students staying in Taiwan and working part-time, they should check the legality and safety of their work to spend their summer vacation happily.Hsing-Hao Wu stated that among the overseas students studying at NUK, there are 232 undergraduate students and 20 exchange students, many of whom are from Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, and other countries. This reflects the university's active cooperation with the government's successful promotion of The New Southbound Policy.Furthermore, in March of this year (2023), the "International Foundation Program" was established, aiming to provide a foundation for overseas students who are interested in studying but have no prior knowledge of the Chinese language. After studying for one year and passing the test, the students can apply for admission according to the application department.#SDG4 #SDG17
2023 Asia Virtual Academy Conference Unites 8 Universities from 6 Countries to Address “Climate Resilience and Sustainable Societies”
【Translator：Siou-Yao Han】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】On June 6, 2023, the National University of Kaohsiung(NUK) held the '2023 Asia Virtual Academy Conference', focusing on “Climate Resilience and Sustainable Societies.” The event was conducted in-person and online simultaneously, expanding its reach to more audiences. During the conference, memorandums of understanding (MOUs) were signed with the Institute of Aeronautical Engineering from India and the University of the Ryukyus from Japan, fostering academic exchanges and establishing partnerships between the universities.Yueh-Tuan Chen, President of the NUK, along with Haranadh Prasad, Dean of the College of Engineering at the Institute of Aeronautical Engineering in India, and Ikue Kina, Vice President of the University of the Ryukyus in Japan, signed an MOU. This agreement aims to facilitate academic and cultural exchanges, share educational resources, and establish cross-border learning opportunities for students.As the host, Yueh-Tuan Chen welcomed the visiting scholars from partner institutions, noting that while the Covid-19 pandemic had once confined international borders, the NUK broke through the restrictions and launched the “Asia Virtual Academy.” These invitations to partner universities across various countries facilitated the sharing of knowledge, cultures, and achievements. For instance, the NUK has linked industry and society, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to fulfill its University Social Responsibility (USR) commitments.The NUK's Office of International Affairs organized this conference, with the host and Director of International Affairs, Wu Xinghao, highlighting the attraction of numerous partners through the establishment of the Asia Virtual Academy in 2021. The Asia Virtual Academy fulfill goals like "international exchange," "expanding students' global perspectives," and "respecting and understanding diverse cultures." Amid easing pandemic conditions, this year's conference integrates in-person and online elements. Partner universities' faculty and students can engage via platforms such as YouTube and Facebook, embodying borderless education and instant communication. Impressively, nearly 200 individuals attended the online session simultaneously.One of the speakers, Professor Qi-ren Chen from the Department of Architecture of the NUK, shared the actions and measures of the low-carbon community and culturally sustainable development jointly created by NUK and Kaohsiung City; the other speakers included Ikue Kina, the vice president of the University of the Ryukyus, Prof. Mary Joy B. Sande from Bicol University in the Philippines, Prof. Manisha Jagtap from Rajarambapu Institute of Technology in India, Prof. Helma Malini from Universitas Tanjungpura in Indonesia, Prof. Hoang Ha Anh from Nong Lam University in Vietnam conducted discussions on low-carbon communities, green buildings, green finance, and sustainable agriculture.#SDG4 #SDG11 #SDG13 #SDG17
KLEC of Seoul National University visited the Language Center of NUK to explore possible collaborations.
【Translator：Siou-Yao Han】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-05-31 On May 26th, the Korean Language Education Center (KLEC) of Seoul National University visited the Language Center of the National University of Kaohsiung. They were greeted by Jyh-wen, Chern, the director of the Language Center, to discuss future cooperation between the two universities.On the morning of the 26th, representatives from the Korean Language Education Center (KLEC) of Seoul National University visited the Language Center of NUK. During the meeting, both sides discussed the operating conditions of the two universities and explored possible opportunities for interflow studying resources. The goal is to offer students a broader selection of language courses and more chances to enhance their language skills. During the meeting, both sides discussed that with the cooperative partnership with Seoul National University, the Language Center of NUK will provide online Chinese courses or a short-term study group on Chinese and its culture for students of Seoul National University during summer or winter breaks. The cooperation will strengthen the partnership between the two universities while promoting further interaction.Seoul National University's Korean Language Education Center (KLEC) has been teaching Korean to international students and foreigners in Korea since its establishment in 1969. With a team of professional teachers who develop courses, KLEC has gained a reputation for its excellent teaching experience and proficiency.At NUK, our Language Center has been offering language proficiency tests and courses in English and other languages to students, faculty members, and the public since its inception in August 2002. The integration of the Chinese Language Center in January 2013 has further enhanced our ability to provide Chinese language courses that enable participation and integration with the global community.The Language Center and Korean Language Education Center have both been committed to language training for a significant period. During our meeting, we gained a better understanding of each other's operating conditions, which presented an opportunity to establish a strong partnership between our universities. Regarding language education courses for students, we can now work together to plan more comprehensive and appropriate language courses for students, ultimately building a prosperous future in language education.#SDG4 #SDG17
NUK and the University of East Asia officially concluded a sister school to broaden students’ horizons
【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】【Translator：Yu-Yan Hsieh】 National University of Kaohsiung and the University of East Asia signed a memorandum of academic exchange cooperation and a student exchange contract on May 17th, and officially concluded a sister school.The president of NUK, Yueh-Tuan Chen and UZAWA Kazuhiro, Acting President of University of East Asia, signed the agreement on behalf of both parties, witnessed by Hsing-Hao Wu, the Dean of International Affairs and Fan-Chih He, Head of the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures.Yueh-Tuan Chen said that it is a great honor to be a partner school with University of East Asia. The two schools have a high degree of matching in architectural design and foreign language departments. They will continue to encourage NUK students to apply for exchanges, cross-cultural learning and expand their international horizons to enhance international adaptation.Hsing-Hao Wu pointed out that there are sports-related departments in NUK and East Asia University, especially the baseball team has outstanding achievements. Therefore, in addition to academic exchanges, the two schools are also happy to see and look forward to co-organizing sports competitions and opportunities to meet friends through football.#SDG4 #SDG17
Sports Administration, Ministry of Education and NUK help athletes turned junior engineers
【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】【Translator：Yu-Yan Hsieh】 Sports Administration, Ministry of Education and National University of Kaohsiung started “Athletes Advance Semiconductor Training Program” on May 16th, joining hands with major technology companies such as ASE to ensure employment by "hiring first and training later" to help cultivate second expertise. From an athlete who pursues power and beauty in seconds, to an engineer who develops square-inch, low-power and high-performance chips, and creates a win-win model of cross-domain integration of production, government, and learning, it is estimated that at least 105 people will be trained in 3 stages.The launch ceremony of the program was held in the Joint Office Building of the Sports Department. The Undersecretary of MOE, Teng-Jiao Lin, Director of Sports Administration, Shih-Chung Cheng, Members of Legislative Yuan, Shih-Fang Liu and the president of NUK, Yueh-Tuan Chen hosted the ceremony together. ASE(3711), OSE(2329), YAGEO (2327), WINWAY(6515) and TAIFLEX Scientific Co.,Ltd.(8039) joined in the grand event.The Undersecretary of MOE, Teng-Jiao Lin indicated that “Sports is the strength of a country. We would like to thank every athlete for winning glory for the country and letting the world see Taiwan. The Ministry of Education continues to build a comprehensive employment counseling program, so that active national players can play hard without any worries, and get good care after retirement.”The Executive Yuan approved the "Excellent Athlete Counseling Program" in 2018 to establish a career counseling and care system for athletes. The Ministry of Education continued to conduct cross-ministerial meetings to review the domestic industry. The semiconductor industry is booming and the demand for talents is strong. Therefore, the tripartite cooperation between industry, government and academia has been initiated.In the early stage of planning by the Sports Administration, NUK will take over the implementation for 4 years starting from this year (2023). It is believed that this plan not only takes care of the players to develop their second specialties, but also maintains the advantages of Taiwan's semiconductor industry.The Director of Sports Administration, Shih-Chung Cheng introduced “Athletes Advance Semiconductor Training Program”, joining hands with major technology companies to adopt a "hiring first and training later" system, and cooperate with transparent promotion norms to increase the retention rate of talents. A total of 3 echelons have been opened, with more than 35 job vacancies in each echelon, and a total of at least 105 new bloods have been trained.As long as you submit the certificate of the national team or the participation certificate of the six domestic comprehensive sports games, you are eligible for registration; start as a technician as an employee, and receive two years of on-the-job training. After passing the assessment, you can be promoted to an engineer or on-site management position!Members of Legislative Yuan, Shih-Fang Liu indicated that sports is an important national strategy and one of the most fundamental cores of education. It is a mission to be fulfilled to promote national sports to take root at the grassroots level. The promotion of football development in Kaohsiung is the best example. In order for athletes to have no worries, they can fully devote themselves to sports training and competitions, and to coach and improve the career development of athletes is the country's commitment to sports talents. We look forward to this cross-domain integration of production, learning, and sports, and the establishment of a training mechanism for the connection between athletes and the semiconductor industry, which can become a model and be replicated throughout Taiwan.The president of NUK, Yueh-Tuan Chen said that the school is committed to linking industry and society, following national policies, giving full play to the school’s maximum value, focusing on industry needs, and cultivating talents who integrate learning and application. Especially NUK is located in the Southern Semiconductor S Corridor, only 8 minutes’ drive from Nanzi Science and Technology Industrial Park, where is really close to ASE, OSE, YAGEO, WINWAY and TAIFLEX Scientific Co.,Ltd. Knowing that NUK is undertaking this project, the technology industry joined in the grand event without saying a word.During the training period, the trainees will be accompanied by industry mentors to care about their learning progress, and the tutoring transfer will be seamless. Thanks also to National Taiwan University of Sport, National Taiwan Sport University, University of Taipei, National Sun Yat-Sen University, National Kaohsiung Normal University, National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology, National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism, National Pingtung University, National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, National Taichung University of Education, National Chiayi University, National University of Tainan, I-SHOU University, Tajen University, Wenzao Ursuline University of Languages, Cheng Shiu University, Fooyin University, Shu-Te University, a total of 18 co-organizing schools fully support and promote the cooperation.The Vice President of ASE, Shu-Hsia Li said that human capital is the key to driving the semiconductor industry forward. The self-discipline and resilience developed during the training process of athletes are even more valuable qualities in the workplace. There are many partners with similar backgrounds in the group, which positively affects the working atmosphere and efficiency of the production line.Former professional baseball player and ASE Process Engineer, Chien-Hung Kuo shared his mental journey from standing on the mound against hitters to entering the technology industry to solve process problems. He said that the drill mentality and focus traits established in the past training can handle the work of the technology industry system with ease, and positive attitude is also helpful for promotion. He encourages athletes to consider "Athletes Advance Semiconductor Training Program" as an option when they face a career transition perio.About the information of "Athletes Advance Semiconductor Training Program", please check: https://sports.geekers.tw/#SDG8 #SDG17
The Dean of International Affairs of NUK led a delegation to visit Medan, Indonesia to deepen international ties
【Translator ： Yu-Yan Hsieh】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】 In order to promote international exchange and enrollment, Hsing-Hao Wu, the Dean of International Affairs of National University of Kaohsiung led faculty of International Affairs to Medan during December 7th to 11th, visiting Universitas Sumatera Utara, SMA Methodist-2, Maitreyawira School and Perguruan Buddhis Bodhicitta Medan. We are committed to expanding and deepening the network connection of sister schools in Southeast Asia, and striving to recruit international students and promote international Chinese language education.NUK visited the University of North Sumatra on December 9th. Dr. Rudy Sofyan, S.S., M.Hum., the international director of the school, Dr. Arif Nuryawan S.Hut., M.Si., the director of the Global Partnership Department, and the deputy director of the School of Engineering Dean Ir. Nismah Panjaitan, S.T., M.T., the head of the Department of Architecture and professors all met together, and under the witness of the teachers of the two schools, the signing ceremony of the memorandum of academic exchange and cooperation between the two schools was held. The content of MOU covers education, research, community service, student and teacher exchange.The two sides also held talks on the specific direction of future cooperation, and reached a consensus on mutually beneficial cooperation on topics such as summer schools, mobile courses of the Department of Architecture, and joint seminars. It is expected to consolidate and deepen the relationship between Taiwan and India, and jointly open a new page for bilateral cooperation.On December 10, a multimedia teaching workshop for Chinese teachers in Medan was held at Perguruan Buddhis Bodhicitta Medan, attracting about 40 Chinese teachers from all over Indonesia to sign up. This workshop is arranged by Sheng-Ya Huang from Language Center of NUK. Several Chinese teaching software feature introductions and operation explanations were provided on site, and through activities to solve the problems that teachers often encounter in the classroom, the course received enthusiastic interaction and response.Hsing-Hao Wu, the dean of International Affairs of NUK indicated that the workshop is the pre-course of The New Southbound Policy. It is hoped that through a series of Chinese teacher training courses and activities, the quality of Indonesian Chinese teachers and the quality of Chinese teaching will be improved. Through high-quality teaching methods, Indonesian teachers and students will have a higher recognition of Taiwan's educational environment, and the visibility and significance of Taiwan's higher education will be enhanced.#SDG4 #SDG17
