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EMBA Executive Director Li Ting-Lin Leads Startup Terrace Kaohsiung to Participate in SWITCH in Singapore to Expand Southeast Asian Market
【Translator: Zhi-Yu Yang】【Text and photos provided: EMBA Center Executive Director and Associate Professor of the Department of Asia-Pacific Industrial and Business Management, Li Ting-Lin.】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-11-08 Startup Terrace Kaohsiung(亞灣新創園), The Ministry of Economic Affairs Small and Medium Enterprise Administration continued collaborating with the Singaporean entrepreneurial organization Action Community for Entrepreneurship (ACE) for the second year of the "Taiwan-Singapore Startup Exchange Program" in 2023. Since its inception, this program has facilitated at least 13 business collaborations, resulting in approximately 30 million New Taiwan Dollars in opportunities. Both parties recommended promising startups that utilize core technologies such as 5G, AI, and IoT, focusing on applications related to digital transformation, smart cities, smart manufacturing and logistics, innovative healthcare, and green technology. Through overseas training and exchanges, mentorship, and further engagement with Taiwan's New Southbound Policy, the program aims to lead Taiwanese startups in expanding into the Southeast Asian market. This year, in addition to jointly participating in the annual SWITCH event in Singapore with the National Development Council under the "Startup Island Taiwan" initiative, they also conducted on-site training in Singapore with their strategic partner, ACE. The program in Singapore included arranging demo pitches for Taiwanese startups and inviting local investors and corporate partners in Singapore to hear their fundraising presentations to achieve business opportunities or fund partnerships. Furthermore, they led the startups to engage with local startup development organizations and venture capitalists in Singapore, such as Genesis Alternative Ventures and A*STAR - Agency for Science. The program also included visits to the regional headquarters of multinational corporations like Microsoft Singapore and LaunchPad—key communities and organizations, including Enterprise Singapore ACE.SG, NUS Enterprise, BLOCK71, and others were part of the exchange and interaction. Currently, the team is still in Singapore for comprehensive training to integrate into the ASEAN ecosystem.This year's SWITCH exhibition was co-hosted by Professor Li Ting-Lin, the Startup Terrace Kaohsiung Program's co-project leader and NUK professor. She led a delegation of 8 startups, which included Taiwan Carbon Materials, JMEM Technology, Ness Wellness, Data Yoo Application, TAC Dynamics, iAMBITION, Crypto-Arsenal, and Raputa Inc. The team has expressed that they have been discussing fundraising and market entry with various local and international venture capital firms. They have also initiated potential business opportunities with companies like ContiTech, Singapore Polytech, and SMT Tech.Startup Terrace Kaohsiung will continue exploring business opportunities in the Southeast Asian market. They aim to facilitate Taiwanese startups in connecting with international resources and funding opportunities, thereby increasing the exposure of these startups on a global scale. They plan to establish regular bilateral exchange and ground services with Singapore to enhance both sides' business insights and resource matching. Their goal is to showcase the innovation and potential of Taiwanese startups actively.#SDG3 #SDG9 #SDG11 #SDG12 #SDG17
President Chen Yueh-Tuan met with table tennis players Lin Tzu-Yu, Tian Xiao-Wen, and Su Jin-Xian to celebrate their outstanding performance, which secured two gold, three silver, and one bronze medals in the table tennis events.
【Translator: Zhi-Yu Yang】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-11-06 National University of Kaohsiung President Chen Yueh-Tuan received students Lin Tzu-Yu, Tian Shiau-wen, and Su Jin-Sian, who represented Taiwan at the "2022 4th Asian Para Games (APG) in Hangzhou". They achieved remarkable success in table tennis with two gold, three silver, and one bronze. President Chen embraced and encouraged them, presented a red envelope as a token of appreciation, and urged them to make the most of national training and support from enthusiastic enterprises to achieve further success and showcase Taiwan's abilities to the world. Lin Tzu-Yu and Tian Shiau-wen are graduate students in the Department of Kinesiology, Health and Leisure Studies(DKHL) at the National University of Kaohsiung. Su Jin-Sian is an undergraduate in NUK's Department of Athletic Performance(DAP). Chair Chang, Chih-Cheng of DKHL, and Chair Wang Ming-Yueh of DAP accompanied them to share the good news.Chen Yueh-Tuan stated that NUK is committed to caring for all its students and emphasizes the rights and potential of those with disabilities. To support this commitment, she and the administrative team actively seek national funding resources and collaborate with enthusiastic businesses and philanthropists to provide financial support for training and competitions. The goal is to ensure students can compete without worries, push their limits, and achieve outstanding results.Regarding the mentorship of Wang Ming-Yueh, the Chair of DKHL, who has been with these three students throughout their growth, Chen Yueh-Duan expressed her gratitude and praised Wang's keen insight. She acknowledged that he has identified hidden talents and helped shape them into great athletes. In addition to offering continued support, she encouraged the mentor and students to make the best use of the resources at the National Sports Training Center, such as AI sports technology assistance and refining their skills to achieve even higher performance.Wang Ming-Yueh mentioned that in addition to intensive pre-competition training to enhance their skills and tactics, simulate real matches, and gather scientific sports data, they also received meticulous care from physical trainers and protection personnel. All these efforts came together to achieve the best results in the table tennis event at the 4th Asian Para Games.Lin Tzu-Yu, a Taiwan table tennis athlete and a master's student in the Department of Kinesiology, Health and Leisure Studies at the National University of Kaohsiung, won two gold and one silver medals. Her achievements include the "Women's Singles TT10 Gold Medal," the "Mixed Doubles XD17-20 Gold Medal" (partnering with Lin Chun-Ting), and the "Women's Doubles WD20 Silver Medal" (partnering with Tian Shiau-wen). With these victories, she has secured her ticket to the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Tian Shiau-wen, who secured two silver medals this time, achieved the same as the previous edition with her performances in the "Women's Singles TT10 Silver" and "Women's Doubles WD20 Silver." Meanwhile, Su Jin-Sian earned a bronze medal in the men's singles TT10 event.Lin Tzu-Yu mentioned that although the Hangzhou Asian Para Games were postponed to 2023 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it gave her another year to improve her skills and focus on her physical and mental well-being. She expressed gratitude to her mentors, coaches, and the personalized training program that helped her achieve outstanding results in the competition. She also emphasized her commitment to breaking new ground in her career.Su Jin-Sian, originally from New Taipei City, faced a unique challenge in life as he was born with a condition known as "Poland Syndrome." This condition resulted in the absence of particular chest muscles and ribs and partial loss of function in his arms and fingers. At the age of eleven, he began his journey in table tennis, thanks to the guidance and encouragement of his mother. His participation in table tennis opened up new opportunities for him in the world of sports. Especially during his studies at NUK, majoring in the Department of Athletic Performance, he received support from his mentors to enhance his skills. After two attempts at the Asian Para Games, Su Jin-Sian secured the bronze medal in the Men's Singles TT10 category.#SDG3 #SDG4
Cheng-Han Li, Jui-Peng Tseng, Wei-Ting Tu, Ya-Bo Chu, and Kao Yang from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering have successfully passed the Special Civil Service Examination in the "Civil Engineering" category.
【Translator：Siou-Yao Han】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-11-02 The recent results of the Indigenous Special Examination have been announced, and the Indigenous Class of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the National University of Kaohsiung has shown outstanding performance in the "Civil Engineering" category. A total of five students were accepted, including Li Cheng-Han, who achieved a "Grade Three" ranking (in first place), while Tseng Jui-Peng, Tu Wei-Ting, Chu Ya-Bo, and Kao Yang achieved a "Grade Four" ranking. President Yueh-Tuan Chen extended a special invitation for a lunch gathering to congratulate and encourage the students to contribute their talents to the nation and society.President Yueh-Tuan Chen mentioned that she has been actively involved in the Ministry of Education's "Digit Companions for Learning" program for over a decade. She has led teams to work closely with indigenous communities. She emphasized that the elders' advice that "tribal communities need education" has always been deeply ingrained in her heart. As an educator, it is her mission to continue working towards this goal. Therefore, she constantly reminds herself to exert more effort in this field.Hsing-Chih Tsai, the Dean of Student Affairs and Director of the Indigenous Students Resources Center at the National University of Kaohsiung teaches in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He and other faculty members in the department frequently show concern for the academic of their students and encourage them. Witnessing the positive outcomes of students' hard work brings them joy. They also arrange for students to share their experiences to inspire their younger peers who are still preparing for exams.The "Civil Engineering Exam Cram Course," jointly organized by the National University of Kaohsiung and the Indigenous Affairs Commission of Kaohsiung City Government, has proven to be instrumental in helping students pass their exams. In the "Civil Engineering" category this year, there were 5 quotas for Grade Three, with Cheng-Han Li, a member of the Paiwan tribe, securing the top spot. For Grade Four, there were 6 quotas, and students from the Paiwan tribe, Jui-Peng Tseng, Wei-Ting Tu, and Ya-Bo Chu, as well as Kao Yang from the Rukai tribe, filled 4 of those quotas. Notably, Kao Yang excelled in his studies and is set to graduate early this semester. In the previous year (2022), the program also successfully guided Lawa, an Atayal tribe member, to pass the exam as a fresh graduate.In addition, the Indigenous Students Resources Center also organizes various activities, including learning experience-sharing sessions, lectures, and career consultations. For instance, in May of this year, the university invited Senior Executive Officer Wen-pin Weng from the Ministry of Examination to analyze the key points and subjects of the exams, guiding students interested in pursuing careers in civil service.#SDG4 #SDG8
President Yueh-Tuan Chen of NUK Led A Delegation To Japan And Shared Experiences In Gender Equity Education At The Okinawa Prefectural Government.
【Translator：Siou-Yao Han】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-11-03 President Yueh-Tuan Chen of the National University of Kaohsiung (NUK) was recently invited to lead a delegation on a visit to Japan. During the visit, they shared experiences in incorporating the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into campus governance, promoting gender equity education, analyzing the legal framework for promoting gender equity in Taiwan and Japan, and discussing practical implementation. Additionally, they met with representatives from the University of the Ryukyus to discuss academic exchanges, further deepening the relationship between the institutions.The Office of International Affairs coordinated this visit, with the Director of Office of International Affairs of NUK, Xing-hao Wu, accompanying the delegation from October 27th to 31st. Vice Governor 池田竹州 of Okinawa personally welcomed President Yueh-Tuan Chen and delegations, expressing warm regards. He emphasized that the Gender Equality Symposium organized by the Okinawa Prefectural Government is a chance to learn from Taiwan's experiences and achievements and to make Okinawa a model for the rest of Japan.During the symposium, Yueh-Tuan Chen emphasized that campuses are a crucial field for gender equity education. Taiwan has been implementing the "Gender Equity Education Act" for many years, which not only underscores its importance but also regulates its promotion at all levels of education, ensuring its integration into the curriculum. The results of these efforts are reflected in the "Global Gender Inequality Index (GII)," where Taiwan's GII value is low and consistently ranks among the top Asian countries, which means Taiwan has less gender inequality. However, there is still room for improvement.Yueh-Tuan Chen highlighted the National University of Kaohsiung (NUK) as an example, where NUK has made SDGs the core of institutional governance, linking them with industry and society, and also organized various gender equity education activities. For instance, in September, a course titled "The Goal of University Education," where experts taught students and faculty how to express emotions and develop interpersonal skills effectively. Additionally, NUK has invited lawyers to share insights on gender equality issues and trends in their "Excellence Lecture" series.The panel of speakers and discussants at the event included 藏根美智子, a member of the Okinawa Prefectural Government's Board of Education, Xing-hao Wu, the Director of Office of International Affairs of NUK, and 杉岡風希, a Japanese student currently studying. The Director of Education at the Prefectural Government, 半嶺滿, and the Vice President of the University of the Ryukyus, 喜納育江, were also present throughout the event.藏根美智子 mentioned that she had visited many elementary schools, middle schools, and universities in Taiwan. She observed the Taiwanese government's dedicated efforts in planning teaching materials and curricula for students. This has become an important reference for educational policies in Okinawa Prefecture Government and even in Japan as a whole.Xing-hao Wu stated that promoting gender equality education helps to eliminate discrimination and further promotes the construction of a more equal, diverse, and inclusive society. He also analyzed the follow-up to the recent "Me Too Movement" in Taiwan, including immediate legal amendments and the current situation and prospects of women in entrepreneurship. While 杉岡風希 shared her own experiences of learning and living at the National University of Kaohsiung, as well as the inspiration she gained from these experiences.In addition, Yueh-Tuan Chen and the delegation also paid a visit to the University of the Ryukyus, where they were received by the university's president, 西田睦. Both parties exchanged views on academic exchanges, faculty and student visits, and reached a consensus on deepening their relationship. In June of this year (2023), the National University of Kaohsiung hosted the "2023 Asia Virtual Academy International Symposium" with a focus on "Climate Resilience and Sustainable Society." The Vice President of the University of the Ryukyus, 喜納育江, led a delegation to participate in presenting research findings and signed an MOU on behalf of the university.#SDG5 #SDG17
"Way of Crafts" Joint Exhibition of the Department of Crafts and Creative Design, showcasing nearly 40 works in two themes: "The Potential of Containers" and "The Rhythm of the Ocean."
【Translator：Siou-Yao Han】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-10-31 The "Way of Crafts" joint exhibition of the National University of Kaohsiung debuted on October 30th on the 1st floor of the Student Activity Center. It features nearly 40 works in two major themes: "The Potential of Containers" and "The Rhythm of the Ocean". The public is welcome to come and enjoy the exhibition free of charge, and it will run from October 30th until November 25th.The Student Affairs Division and the Department of Crafts and Creative Design jointly organize this exhibition. It showcases works from junior and senior students in the department, focusing on three main categories: metalworking, wood carving, and ceramics.Hsing-Chih Tsai, the Dean of Student Affairs, expressed his habit of appreciating art, as it can calm the mind and stimulate reflection. With the opening of the Student Activity Center, he plans to invite more departments to showcase their teaching and learning achievements. In addition to cross-domain observations among departments, it showcases the excellence of the faculty and students at the National University of Kaohsiung to the public.Guan-Xun Chen, the chair of the Department of Crafts and Creative Design, stated that craftsmanship is the most convenient and direct way to cultivate tastes among types of art. Because "craftsmanship originates from life, and life cannot be separated from craftsmanship." The themes of "The Potential of Containers" and "The Rhythm of the Ocean" in this exhibition also resonate with "life." Students combine their learning with creative expression to create nearly 40 pieces of work, including ceramics, metalwork, wood sculptures, and more.Former Dean of Student Affairs and Professor at the General Education Center, De-Xing Chen, expressed that after the hard work of many predecessors, they have finally seen the completion and opening of the Student Activity Center. He wishes every corner and space would be filled with student performances and joyous laughter, creating a lively National University of Kaohsiung.#SDG4
"The Goal of University Education - N Choose 1 Diverse Special Courses" Handcrafting Glass Beads from the Paiwan Tribe: Passing on the Delight of Indigenous Culture.
【Translator: Zhi-Yu Yang】【Text and photos provided: Wang Yao-Xuan, President of the Aboriginal Club, and Li Yu-Qi, Researcher at CTLD.】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-10-30 Diversity and inclusion are important issues in countries around the world today. Issues related to diverse ethnic groups are closely related to our daily lives. To promote mutual understanding and inclusion among different cultures and ethnic groups, the Indigenous Students Resource Center and The Center for Teaching and Learning Development (CTLD) at the National University of Kaohsiung jointly organized the ' The Goal of University Education - N Choose 1 Diverse Special Courses' on the 17th. This event aims to increase the awareness of first-year students about indigenous life and indigenous culture and to implement the goal of creating an indigenous-friendly campus and promoting indigenous education for all. NUK Indigenous Students Resource Center had five student leaders take turns sharing on stage. The content covered the following aspects: "Introduction to the Functions and Positioning of the Indigenous Students Resource Center," "Resources Available for Indigenous Students on Campus," "What We've Learned from Participating in Various Activities Organized by the Indigenous Students Resource Center and Indigenous Student Society," and "Introduction to Indigenous Language Courses."Guided by the Aboriginal Club's advisor, Ms. Wu Shu-Chen, and with contributions from the club's executive members, including Lu Ching-Sheng, Wang Yao-Hsuan, Wu Yu-Wei, Jin Ning, and Li Hsin-Jou, the experiences shared were aimed at making the content more relatable to the new students while maintaining a strong focus on exploring Indigenous issues.During the course, the Indigenous Students Resource Center not only provided insights from senior students but also used a significant material from the Paiwan culture, the "Glass bead," for a hands-on craft experience. This allowed students to create Indigenous-style accessories and introduced them to Indigenous culture. The hope is that more students will be motivated to engage with and understand Indigenous culture in the future. This ensures that "Indigenization for All" (a program in Taiwan that promotes the education and awareness of indigenous peoples among the entire population) becomes more than just a slogan but a tangible reality on our campus. It promotes a collective understanding, respect, and appreciation of diverse cultures, continually emphasizes the value of diversity and inclusion, and fosters cultural integration to create a better future.#SDG4 #SDG10
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Associate Professor Shu-Tzu Chuang from the Department of Kinesiology, Health, and Leisure Studies offers "Leisure Farm Operation and Management," leading students to plowing fields and applying cow manure as fertilizer.
【Translator：Siou-Yao Han】【Promotion of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) series】2023-10-27 Associate Professor Shu-Tzu Chuang from the Department of Kinesiology, Health, and Leisure Studies at the National University of Kaohsiung recently led students in activities such as shoveling cow manure, plowing fields, and sowing seeds. They planted vegetables and fruits like Fushan lettuce, water spinach, corn, cabbage, and cherry tomato. This hands-on experience not only served to validate the theoretical knowledge they had learned but also provided a firsthand understanding of farming. The crops are expected to mature and be ready for harvest in December.Shu-Tzu Chuang stated that this activity is a practical component of the "Leisure Farm Operation and Management" course she teaches. It is also aligned with the core of the University Social Responsibility (USR) Project Phase II, "Fulfilling Social Responsibility." Chuang emphasized that the course aims to cultivate students' organizational and planning abilities in agricultural operations. By working in the fields and immersing themselves in the daily routines of farmers, students gain hands-on knowledge and skills in farming practices. This, in turn, allows them to design experiential activities that are more practical and grounded. Furthermore, it serves as a platform to practice principles of environmental sustainability and social responsibility.Shu-Tzu Chuang mentioned that the enthusiastic local farmer, "Shu-Fen," led the teachers and students to a nearby ranch to collect cow manure as fertilizer. At the ranch, everyone took turns shoveling and bagging the manure, creating a truly memorable and amusing experience. Shu-Fen also came to guide the teachers and students in farming activities, including using tools like hoes and shovels to plow the fields, fertilize, sow seeds, and dig irrigation channels.Furthermore, care and attention during the planting process require patience and skill. Factors such as the amount of irrigation water and measures to prevent snails and pests directly impact the growth of crops. After the course's beginning, students were organized into groups and went to the fields daily to inspect, irrigate, weed, and address pest issues while keeping records. They hope the vegetables and fruits mature and be ready for harvest soon.#SDG2 #SDG4
