Part A - Innovation and Enhancement in Teaching
Cultivating Students' Key Competencies in Information Technology and Humanitarian Care
(1) Strengthening Information Application Capabilities and Nurturing Future Digital Citizens: A. Established two AI teacher learning communities in 2024: the AI-Science College Programming and Artificial Intelligence Community, and the College of Liberal Arts AI-Literature and Education Community. B. Cultivated cross-disciplinary digital technology talents through the establishment of two micro-programs, with 4,251 students enrolled in cross-disciplinary digital technology programs in 2024.
(2) Fostering STEAM Cross-disciplinary Talents: Offered micro-programs such as "Scientific Big Data Exploration" and "Cultural Creative and Multimedia," enabling students to enhance their cross-disciplinary learning and integration capabilities, achieving 475 student enrollments. Additionally, each semester featured competitions in natural science inquiry teaching design and research projects, inspiring students to develop quality teaching plans and research opportunities, thereby enhancing their ability to design and implement inquiry-based and practical courses.
(3) Integrating General Education and Professional Courses to Explore Life and Public Issues: Aligned with literacy-based general education courses to strengthen students' participation in humanitarian literacy and local care, offering 30 courses in 2024 with a total enrollment of 1,761 student participants.
Cultivating Students' Cross-disciplinary Key Competencies
(1) Shaping Cross-disciplinary Teaching Models and Constructing Diverse Learning Environments:
A. Expanded Cross-disciplinary Courses: Promoted the establishment of distinctive general education courses across colleges, offering 62 courses with 3,528 student enrollments in 2024.
B. Created Gender-friendly Cross-disciplinary Learning Environments: Promoted gender-friendly learning environments through various campus gender equality promotional activities and developed digital learning materials titled "Gender Equality: Social Situations of LGBTQ+ Communities" through the Cloud Academy.
C. Reformed Minor and Double Major Requirements while Enhancing Curriculum Program Regulations: Adjusted minor credit requirements to 20-30 credits, reduced double major credits to 45-55 credits, and decreased program study requirements to 15 credits. Future adjustments will allow up to 16 credits for cross-departmental electives, strengthening students' willingness to pursue cross-disciplinary learning.
(2) Module Theme Focus and Knowledge Integration Enhancement:
A. Established themed modular courses, launching 20 themed modular online courses in 2024.
B. Promoted project-based learning to develop students' accumulated cross-disciplinary and specialized problem-solving abilities, with 4,744 student enrollments in 2024.
Cultivating Students' Self-directed Learning Capabilities
(1) Advancing Self-directed Learning and Strengthening Problem-solving Capabilities: A. Offered 377 self-directed learning-oriented courses in 2024. B. Promoted the Million-dollar Project Exploration initiative, providing funding support to 80 teams comprising 215 students in 2024.
(2) Promoting Self-directed Learning Models and Utilizing Digital Platform Resources: A. Advanced self-directed learning through organizing Generative AI self-learning project competitions, with 139 student participants in 2024. B. Optimized digital platform resources, enabling students to engage in self-directed learning through the university's cloud platform or ewant, with an average daily usage of 8,300 faculty and student visits, and approximately 51% of faculty course materials available online.
(3) Developing Media Literacy Skills for Distinguishing Information Authenticity: A. Enhanced media and information literacy by hosting one expert lecture in 2024, fostering students' independent learning, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. B. Enriched learning modalities and constructed media awareness values by establishing digital learning materials for media literacy and legal reasoning on the Cloud Academy platform for student self-study.
Strengthening Teaching Support Systems
(1) Enhancing Administrative Support Systems for Faculty Teaching:
A. Established Faculty Professional Communities: Formed 15 faculty professional communities in 2024.
B. Conducted 3 innovative teaching competency development sessions and 55 training workshops in 2024.
C. Strengthened Teaching Assistant Mechanisms:
- Organized 23 teaching assistant training workshops in 2024
- Deployed 380 teaching assistants across 338 courses
- Established 3 teaching assistant learning communities
- Appointed 5 distinguished student-athletes as teaching assistants
D. Incorporated Industry Expertise: Implemented 104 courses with 139 industry professionals as co-instructors, benefiting 5,328 student participants in 2024.
(2) Advancing Student Competency Assessment and Talent Development:
A. UCAN Implementation:
- Utilized UCAN's common and professional competency assessments and diagnostics
- Guided students in career interest exploration and competency diagnosis
- Assisted students in understanding their career development directions
- Enhanced learning motivation for workplace-related competencies
B. Graduate Career Tracking:
- Maintained diverse graduate tracking mechanisms
- Regularly conducted "Departmental Graduate Career Surveys" using the CATI system
- Tracked alumni at 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year post-graduation intervals
- Surveyed approximately 6,000 alumni annually, maintaining a stable response rate of 59%
- Added customized questions to gain deeper insights into alumni employment status (including employer organizations, departments, and job titles)
- Combined admission data, external industry trends, and alumni feedback to provide comprehensive analysis reports on departmental competitiveness and development directions
- Established important reference basis for ongoing review and adjustment of operational strategies
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Figure: Million-dollar Project Exploration - Students Participating in the 29th Analytical Technology Exchange Symposium
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Figure: Group Photo from the Generative AI Self-learning Project Competition
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Part B:University social responsibility
Specific Systems and Commitments Related to Overall University Development and Implementation of University Social Responsibility
(1) Merged the University Social Responsibility Promotion Center and Teaching Development Center into the "University Social Responsibility and Innovative Teaching Development Center," with a first-level administrative supervisor serving as the center director. This center coordinates all university social responsibility-related affairs and leads various social responsibility initiatives while establishing development goals.
(2) Established the "Guidelines for Recognition and Selection of Outstanding University Social Responsibility Teachers," annually selecting one distinguished USR teacher and several excellent implementing teachers for public recognition and monetary awards.
(3) Supported faculty applications for Teaching Practice Research Projects in the University Social Responsibility (USR) category: Encouraged faculty to integrate research, teaching, and service to achieve systematic implementation of USR participation. In the 2024 academic year, four USR-specific projects were approved by the Ministry of Education under the Teaching Practice Research Program.
(4) Applied for the fourth phase of the USR project under the 2024 Social Practice Action Ark Training Program.
Original Plan
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The Fourth Phase USR Project
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Development of Water Purification Filter Materials from Biochar Produced from Campus Fallen Leaves and Branches (Social Practice Action Ark)
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Green Agriculture: The Changhua-Yunlin Premium Fresh Produce Initiative
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Digital Cultural Journey Through Central Taiwan: Emperor Jiaqing's Tour (Social Practice Action Ark)
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"Resilient Changhua Coast: Environmental and Industrial Sustainability Plan Under Climate Change" (Joint application with Phase III USR Project: Beautiful Clams in Fangyuan and Precious Shellfish in Dacheng)
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Overall Organizational Operations for University Social Responsibility Implementation
(1) Integration of Centers: Merged the University Social Responsibility Promotion Center and Teaching Development Center to establish the National Changhua Normal University Social Responsibility and Innovative Teaching Development Center. This center promotes USR-related affairs, leads various social responsibility initiatives, establishes development goals, and reviews and screens USR-related project proposals.
(2) University-level USR Faculty Professional Community: Facilitates professional knowledge sharing and exchange through meetings, lectures, and workshops. As of October 2024, has conducted 69 faculty empowerment lectures, experience-sharing sessions, and workshops, leading USR community faculty members in field investigations and experience exchanges. Faculty participation in the community has grown from 20 to 38 members.
(3) Operational Structure: The University Social Responsibility and Innovative Teaching Development Center leads the promotion of university social responsibility-related operations, with mutual support and assistance from various internal university departments.
Responsible Unit
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Responsibilities
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Center for University Social Responsibility and Innovative Teaching Development
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Coordinates and promotes all university social responsibility-related affairs, while facilitating communication between USR project teams and internal university departments.
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Office of Academic Affairs
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Provides support for teaching resources, educational development, and curriculum-related operations in relation to university social responsibility.
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Office of Student Affairs
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Assists in organizing student activities related to USR, SDGs, and sustainability issues, while promoting USR values and advocacy at major university events.
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Office of Research and Development
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Assists with faculty promotion, evaluation, and related incentive and subsidy programs.
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Center for General Education
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Establishes USR micro-programs and Changhua Studies, while supporting faculty in incorporating local connections and social practice issues into required general education courses.
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Colleges/Departments
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Assists in planning USR course content and credit programs.
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The Role of Schools as Promoters of Regional Development and Local Revitalization
During 2023-2024, the university's professional service teams conducted 141 consultation sessions and organized 50 training activities for seed teachers/volunteers in green energy education, marine environment, sustainable environment, and interdisciplinary teaching. A total of 4,428 USR seed teachers and volunteers were trained. Through consultation services, we accumulated willingness and momentum for cooperation with local stakeholders. The professional consultation service team's implementation results are as follows:
Professional Service Teams
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Implementation Results
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Changhua Local Professional Consultation Service Team
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Forms interdisciplinary consultation teams to address various local issues in Changhua, engaging in joint discussions with local government, businesses, and residents to provide professional consultation and guidance for regional development.
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Professional Consultation Service Team for Educational Transformation
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In collaboration with the College of Education, College of Science, College of Liberal Arts, Teacher Education Center, Student Counseling Center, Science Education Center, and Bilingual Education Center to:
- Respond to the 2019 National Curriculum Guidelines by strengthening basic academic abilities, information application capabilities, and career planning competencies;
- Develop replicable educational support modules that meet local needs;
- Address the shortage of professional teachers and counseling staff in rural areas through innovative teaching methods, talent cultivation, and on-site implementation.
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Professional Consultation Service Team for Environmental Sustainability
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In collaboration with the College of Science, College of Liberal Arts, College of Management, College of Technology, and Environmental Education Center:
- Promotes environmental education initiatives;
- Integrates various organizations including the Changhua Rural and Fishery Development Association, Environmental Education Protection Association, Aquaculture Production and Marketing Groups, and ecological promotion institutions. Utilizes the Changhua Food Research Base as a demonstration and promotion center to advance rural and fishing industry upgrades and environmental education development.
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Professional Consultation Service Team for Green Energy
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In collaboration with the College of Engineering, College of Management, and College of Technology:
- Develops local educational materials and teaching plans for Changhua that align with the spirit of the 2019 National Curriculum Guidelines;
- Promotes energy management and carbon emission certification programs;
- Advances the implementation of rooftop solar photovoltaic power generation systems.
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Professional Consultation Service Team for Humanities and Ecology
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In collaboration with the College of Liberal Arts, College of Engineering, College of Science, and College of Education:
- Develops ecological restoration areas and advocates for environmental sustainability;
- Connects ecological concepts with local secondary education;
- Conducts Five Senses Gardening: Changhua Senior Citizens' Green Workshop, guiding elderly participants through hands-on horticultural therapy activities to promote social interaction and holistic well-being.
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Curriculum Structural Adjustments and Teaching Changes to Promote Social Responsibility Practices in Schools
(1) Establishing University Social Responsibility Through General Education Courses:
- Offered 18 sections of Life Exploration, Development, and Practice courses in 2024
- Implemented "USR Diverse Learning Micro-credit Courses," establishing 21 courses between 2020-2024
(2) Establishment of "University Social Responsibility Micro-program": A total of 44 students have qualified for the "USR Micro-program" certification. Professional courses include:
- 6 Local Culture courses
- 5 Environmental Issues courses
- 6 Business Management courses
- 14 Teaching Practice courses
- 13 Smart Green Energy courses
- Art Therapy and Community Planning courses
- 8 Special Project Implementation courses
(3) Promotion of Local Culture and Net-zero Sustainability:
- Collaborated with the Office of International Affairs to lead 16 international faculty and students on field trips to Fangyuan, Changhua, experiencing Taiwan's distinctive coastal features and culture
- Partnered with the Office of Student Affairs to organize net-zero sustainability workshops, fostering students' environmental sustainability awareness through series of activities
(4) Curricular Training Achievements:
- USR team students assisting in local marine conservation projects received the Outstanding Marine Research Survey Volunteer Award and obtained Environmental Teacher Certification
- Students, through green energy micro-program learning and guidance, received approval for the Ministry of Science and Technology's University Student Project: "Integration of GIS and AIoT in Microgrid Energy Management Applications"
- Won an award in the "2024 Taiwan Business Ethics Creative Short Film Competition" organized by National Chung Cheng University
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Figure: Field Study Tour of Changhua City for Changhua Studies Course
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Figure: USR Faculty Community Workshop on Urban Greening and Plant Cultivation
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Part C：Connecting with the Industry for Industry-Academia Collaboration
Implementing Comprehensive Curriculum Measures to Cultivate Problem-Solving Abilities
(1) Capstone Course Learning for Industry-Required Talent Development:
A. National Innovation Competition:
- Co-organized the "National College Industry-Academia Innovation Competition" with the Changhua Industry-Academia Enhancement Association
- Four competition categories: "Green Technology," "Mechanical Automation and Hand Tool Innovation," "Information and Electronics," and "Artificial Intelligence and Its Applications"
- 211 teams registered, with 173 projects (531 students) advancing to finals
- Successfully stimulated students' innovative thinking and practical abilities
B. Special Project Implementation:
- Established "Guidelines for Rewarding Faculty who Supervise Student Ministry of Science Projects"
- 76 applications in 2024, with 35 approved projects
- Total funding exceeded NT$1.84 million
C. Off-campus Internships in 2024:
- Undergraduate level: 48 students
- Department of Industrial Education and Technology: 12 students
- Department of Guidance and Counseling: 36 students
- Graduate level: 118 students
- Graduate Institute of Rehabilitation Counseling: 34 students
- Department of Guidance and Counseling: 63 students
- Marriage and Family Therapy Master's Program: 21 students
- Total: 166 participants
D. Professional Advancement:
- 44 students from the Department of Guidance and Counseling passed the high-level examinations for Social Worker and Counseling Psychologist licenses in 2024 after completing required internships
(2) Deepening Industry Cooperation and Talent Cultivation:
A. Cross-college Programs for Specialized Training (2023-2024):
- Established programs including:
- Semiconductor Industry Credit Program
- AI Technology and Applications Micro-program
- Financial Certification and Practical Credit Program
- 119 courses offered with 261 student enrollments
- "Smart Casting and Manufacturing Industry-Academia Cooperation Program" offered 12 professional courses with 118 student enrollments
B. Smart Microgrid Demonstration System:
- Established Green Energy House at Baoshan Campus for research and green energy technology promotion
- Offered green energy courses including Green Energy Technology and Power Distribution System Simulation and Analysis
- Implemented Ministry of Education USR project "Changhua Wind and Light" to cultivate students in green technology
- Integrated student projects with social practice to develop local care and professional capabilities
C. Carbon Inventory Initiative:
- Conducted "ISO 14064-1 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Standard Lead Verifier Training"
- Obtained approval for 14 "Carbon Inventory Value-Added Application Projects" from the Industrial Development Bureau in 2024
- Provided guidance to enterprises on carbon inventory and staff training
(3) Flexible Academic System:
A. Industry Academy Collaboration:
- Collaborated with SPIL to establish "Semiconductor Industry Practical Talent Training Program"
- Designed 3 required courses (9 credits)
- 25 students admitted
B. Industry-Academia Partnership Program:
- Launched "Smart Mechatronic Integration Application Program" in 2024
- Enrolled 26 students
C. Five-year Integrated Bachelor's and Master's Program:
- 218 students enrolled in graduate courses during undergraduate studies in 2024
- Tuition fee exemption amount: NT$2,488,480
(4) Student Career Transition Guidance:
A. Career Sharing Sessions:
- Held 5 career training seminars in 2024 with 150 participants
- Department of Finance hosted successful career sharing sessions with Ming Tai Insurance and Mercuries Life Insurance
B. Recruitment Activities:
- Organized 4 recruitment seminars in 2024 with 280 participants
- Department of Accounting hosted campus recruitment events with the Big Four accounting firms (EY, Deloitte, PwC, KPMG)
C. Industry Site Visits:
- Conducted 2 corporate visits in 2024 with 122 participants
Enhancing Research and Development Capabilities, Deepening Industry-Academia Collaboration Mechanisms
(1) Capstone Course Learning for Industry-Required Talent Development:
A. National Innovation Competition:
Co-organized the "National College Industry-Academia Innovation Competition" with the Changhua Industry-Academia Enhancement Association Four competition categories: "Green Technology," "Mechanical Automation and Hand Tool Innovation," "Information and Electronics," and "Artificial Intelligence and Its Applications" 211 teams registered, with 173 projects (531 students) advancing to finals Successfully stimulated students' innovative thinking and practical abilities
C. Industry Site Visits:
B. Recruitment Activities:
(4) Student Career Transition Guidance:
A. Career Sharing Sessions:
C. Five-year Integrated Bachelor's and Master's Program:
B. Industry-Academia Partnership Program:
(3) Flexible Academic System:
A. Industry Academy Collaboration:
C. Carbon Inventory Initiative:
B. Smart Microgrid Demonstration System:
(2) Deepening Industry Cooperation and Talent Cultivation:
A. Cross-college Programs for Specialized Training (2023-2024):
D. Professional Advancement:
C. Off-campus Internships in 2024:
B. Special Project Implementation:
- Conducted 2 corporate visits in 2024 with 122 participants
- Department of Accounting organized semester visits to Deloitte Taiwan and Giant Manufacturing, providing valuable industry exposure to students
- Organized 4 recruitment seminars in 2024 with 280 participants
- Department of Accounting hosted campus recruitment events with the Big Four accounting firms (EY, Deloitte, PwC, KPMG)
- Held 5 career training seminars in 2024 with 150 participants
- Department of Finance hosted successful career sharing sessions with Ming Tai Insurance and Mercuries Life Insurance
- 218 students enrolled in graduate courses during undergraduate studies in 2024
- Tuition fee exemption amount: NT$2,488,480
- Launched "Smart Mechatronic Integration Application Program" in 2024
- Enrolled 26 students
- Collaborated with SPIL to establish "Semiconductor Industry Practical Talent Training Program"
- Designed 3 required courses (9 credits)
- 25 students admitted
- Provided guidance to enterprises on carbon inventory and staff training
- Conducted "ISO 14064-1 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Standard Lead Verifier Training"
- Obtained approval for 14 "Carbon Inventory Value-Added Application Projects" from the Industrial Development Bureau in 2024
- Established Green Energy House at Baoshan Campus for research and green energy technology promotion
- Offered green energy courses including Green Energy Technology and Power Distribution System Simulation and Analysis
- Implemented Ministry of Education USR project "Changhua Wind and Light" to cultivate students in green technology
- Integrated student projects with social practice to develop local care and professional capabilities
- Established programs including:
- Semiconductor Industry Credit Program
- AI Technology and Applications Micro-program
- Financial Certification and Practical Credit Program
- 119 courses offered with 261 student enrollments
- "Smart Casting and Manufacturing Industry-Academia Cooperation Program" offered 12 professional courses with 118 student enrollments
- 44 students from the Department of Guidance and Counseling passed the high-level examinations for Social Worker and Counseling Psychologist licenses in 2024 after completing required internships
- Undergraduate level: 48 students
- Department of Industrial Education and Technology: 12 students
- Department of Guidance and Counseling: 36 students
- Graduate level: 118 students
- Graduate Institute of Rehabilitation Counseling: 34 students
- Department of Guidance and Counseling: 63 students
- Marriage and Family Therapy Master's Program: 21 students
- Total: 166 participants
- Established "Guidelines for Rewarding Faculty who Supervise Student Ministry of Science Projects"
- 76 applications in 2024, with 35 approved projects
- Total funding exceeded NT$1.84 million
Improving Teacher Training Curricula and Providing Diverse Career Paths
(1) Teacher Education Program Advancement:
A. Bilingual Teacher Training:
- 103 students trained in bilingual teaching professional and applied talents through the Bilingual Research Center (2023-2024)
B. Digital Technology Teaching Capability Enhancement:
- Established Teaching Information Literacy micro-program
- Offered 16 "Teaching Media and Applications" courses with 595 enrollments (2023-2024)
- Added "Introduction to Digital Learning" course with 7 students in Spring 2024
C. Micro-program Certification:
- 8 teacher candidates completed 8 credits (4 required, 4 elective) earning micro-program certificates
- Actively promoting program information to encourage certificate completion
D. Equipping for 12-year Basic Education Inquiry and Practice:
- Offered 9 sections of "Inquiry and Practice Curriculum Design"
- Conducted 8 sections of "Natural Science Domain Inquiry and Practice Projects"
- Total enrollment: 267 students
- End-of-term competition: 44 teams, 176 student participants
E. Science Education Promotion:
- College of Science and Science Education Center collaboration
- Provided research guidance and lab access to high school students
- Supported rural education to promote science exploration
(2) Teaching Practicum:
A. Successful Practicum Guidance:
- Guided 610 students in teaching practicum (2023-2024)
- Collaborated with 293 institutions
- Engaged 1,275 mentoring teachers and 166 university faculty
- All students successfully completed practicum
B. Practicum Adaptation Support:
- Conducted 8 seminars covering complete practicum process (2023-2024)
C. Enhanced Cooperation:
- Signed practicum agreements with 193 schools in 2024
- Added reciprocal provisions including curriculum development and resource sharing
D. Positive Guidance Outcomes:
- Spring 2024 survey results: 77.8% strongly agreed with mentor teacher professionalism
(3) Career Guidance for Teacher Candidates:
A. Comprehensive Exam Preparation:
- 18 study groups (98 participants) in Spring 2023
- 23 study groups (130 participants) in Fall 2024
- Center for Teacher Education collaborated with 9 departments for seminars and mock tests
B. Career Enhancement Seminars:
- Conducted 40+ practicum return seminars (2023-2024)
- Topics: classroom management, inquiry-based curriculum design, bilingual teaching, AI tools, teaching recruitment experiences
C. Civil Service Program:
- Organized integrity lecture with Changhua County Government Ethics Office (April 2, 2024)
- 93 participants attended
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Figure: Industry-Academia Collaboration in Cultivating Future Industry Talent
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Figure: National Innovation Competition Inspiring Student Creativity
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Part D：The Higher Educatioon Improvement
(1) Project Fund Empowerment for Educational Security:
- Promoted the "Ten Thousand Lights, Thousand Pilots" fundraising concept
- Raised NT$5 million in 2024
(2) "Wooden Walkway" Program for Ensuring Access and Increasing Educational Opportunities for Economically Disadvantaged Students:
A. Special Admission for Students with Disabilities:
- Consistently provided 25 admission slots in 2024 academic year
B. Indigenous Student Recruitment:
- Offered 168 additional admission slots for indigenous students in 2024 academic year
C. Indigenous Special Program:
- Provided 30 slots in 2024 academic year
D. Eagle Rising Group and Priority Admission:
- Since 2018: Departments reserve slots for economically disadvantaged students in individual application channels
- Since 2019: Added Eagle Rising admission group for economically disadvantaged students
- 2024 academic year: 28 slots reserved for economically disadvantaged students
E. Fee Waivers and Subsidies:
- Provided application fee waivers and transportation/accommodation subsidies
- Total subsidies approximately NT$30,000 in 2024 academic year
F. Local Care and Rural Support: 2024 academic year activities:
- Conducted 19 in-class promotional sessions
- Organized 11 micro-courses
- Held 5 open house events Successfully transmitted university teaching resources and features to local and rural schools, nurturing local talent and supporting rural students
(3) Comprehensive Support for Disadvantaged Students:
- "Eagle Rising Program" established comprehensive guidance mechanisms covering four dimensions:
- Living conditions
- Psychological support
- Academic assistance
- Career development
- Provided mentor-teacher guidance and continuous monitoring of educational needs
- 303 students received subsidies in 2024 academic year
(4) Indigenous Student Guidance and Education Promotion:
- Organized 12 indigenous education activities including:
- Cultural lectures
- Tribal visits
- Conducted regular cross-unit meetings
- Annual Indigenous Advisory Committee meetings with external indigenous scholars and experts
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Figure：Eagle Rising Program Alumni Share Their Experiences
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Figure：Teaching Plan Training for Mentorship and Practical Learning Course
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International Specialized Chapter - Internationalization Administrative Support System
International Human Resources and Administrative Support
- Dedicated Mechanism for International Student Services: In 2024, 14 dedicated staff members were appointed to handle administrative affairs related to international, foreign, and overseas students.
- Chinese Language Teaching Support System: Qualified Chinese language teachers are hired to enhance the quality of Chinese language learning for international students.
- Training for International Administrative Personnel: In 2024, various multicultural events for international students and training programs for international administrative staff were organized to strengthen the foreign language communication skills and cross-cultural literacy of administrative and counseling personnel across departments.
Learning Support for International Students
- Chinese Language Courses and Learning Support: To cultivate local students' secondary expertise in teaching Chinese, two training courses for Chinese language teaching assistants/learning companions were conducted in 2024. Additionally, 10 non-credit Chinese courses were offered, with financial aid provided to 38 students for course enrollment and Chinese proficiency test registration, fostering international students' motivation and willingness to take the exam.
- Academic Administrative Support: In 2024, the Office of Academic Affairs hired one staff member as a dedicated foreign language academic consultation contact. A Google Translate multilingual plugin was implemented on the university's official website and the webpages of five units, including the International Office, Student Affairs Office, Personnel Office, College of Engineering, and College of Science, to support international students' learning needs.
- Support for Professional and General Education Courses: Following the university's incentive guidelines for offering all-English courses, faculty were encouraged to provide such courses to international students. Incentives were granted to 50 instructors for 55 courses (72 classes) in 2024.
- Cultural Exchange Activities: Two full-day cultural experience events were held in 2024, guiding international students to explore local educational, cultural, and industrial sites, enhancing their understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures.
- Department/Program Learning Support: In 2024, 34 faculty members were appointed as international mentors across various departments/programs to offer guidance and support to international students. Additionally, 121 international student buddies were recruited to help new international students adapt to campus life and address academic challenges.
Work Support for Foreign Faculty and Researchers
- Establishing Appropriate Contact Points and Dedicated Personnel: A designated contact in the Personnel Office will assume the role upon passing the language proficiency test.
- Developing Foreign-Language Interfaces or Dedicated Websites: Translation of internal regulations for faculty into English has been completed, along with the implementation of a multilingual translation plugin on the university website.
Guidance for International Students Pursuing Employment in Taiwan After Graduation
- Providing Internship and Employment Information and Guidance: In 2024, two career talks for international graduates were held, with bilingual (Chinese-English) informational booklets and explanations provided to clarify policies for working in Taiwan after graduation.
- Organizing Industry Visits: Two corporate visits were conducted in 2024 to enhance students' understanding of the local job market.
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Figure：International Students Experiencing Taiwanese Culture |
Figure：Corporate Visits |