NO. 1202 2025-01-20

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Tamkang University Ranks First Among Non-Medical Private Universities in Taiwan in the 2025 SAA World University Rankings for International Students
2025 SAA World University Rankings for International Students-- Rankings of Non-Medical Private Universities in Taiwan

According to the results of the 2025 World University Rankings for International Students published on the Study Abroad Aide (SAA) website in December 2024, Tamkang University ranked 1,208th globally, 14th among public and private universities in Taiwan, and 3rd among private universities in Taiwan. It follows China Medical University and Taipei Medical University, ranking as the top non-medical private university.

Tamkang University Launches 2nd NSRRC X-ray Microscopy Station, Boosting Next-Generation Advanced Research
Tamkang University collaborates with the National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center (NSRRC) to establish the latest Nano Microscopy Beamline and Scanning Transmission X-ray Microscopy Station. Chairperson Flora Chia-I Chang (4th from right), NSRRC Director Chia-Hung Hsu, and Deputy Director Der-Hsin Wei (4th and 3rd from left) attended the inauguration ceremony.

The Department of Physics at Tamkang University, in collaboration with the National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center (NSRRC), has developed the "TPS 27A1" Nano Microscopy Beamline and Scanning Transmission X-ray Microscopy Station. The inauguration ceremony for the TPS 27A1 beamline was held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 20, at the NSRRC. The event featured speeches by Tamkang University Chairperson Flora Chia-I Chang, Vice President for Academic Affairs Hui-Huang Hsu, NSRRC Director Chia-Hung Hsu, and Deputy Director Der-Hsin Wei. This state-of-the-art scientific facility, serving as a flagship beamline, is expected to advance next-generation cutting-edge research in green energy materials in Taiwan.

Scholarship Award Ceremony for International Students: Vice President Hsiao-Chuan Chen Encourages Focus on Academics
The Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs held the "2024 Academic Year International Student Admission Scholarship Award Ceremony" at the Ching-Sheng International Conference Hall.

The Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs held the "2024 Academic Year International Student Admission Scholarship Award Ceremony" at 10:10 a.m. on December 16 in the Ching-Sheng International Conference Hall. The event aimed to encourage outstanding students from around the world to pursue academic excellence. The ceremony was attended by the Vice President for International Affairs, Professor Hsiao-Chuan Chen, deans and department chairs of the award recipients’ respective colleges, and other relevant officials.

Leading Sustainable and Cultivated Digital Learning to New Heights: Tamkang University Wins 6 Major Awards, Including the MOE Best Implementation Team Award
The Center for Distance Education Development of the Office of Information Services, leading the "Alliance for Empowering Smart Future – Sustainable and Cultivated Digital Learning," was awarded the Best Implementation Team Award at the 2024 ELOE e-Learning International Conference & Open Education Forum.

The Office of Information Services at Tamkang University has made significant advancements in the field of digital learning, leading the "Alliance for Empowering Smart Future – Sustainable and Cultivated Digital Learning" to remarkable achievements. From December 13 to 14, the university participated in the "2024 ELOE e-Learning International Conference & Open Education Forum," organized by the National Taichung University of Science and Technology under the guidance of the Ministry of Education (MOE). Tamkang submitted 10 papers and 7 teaching cases, winning 6 major awards: the "Popular Course Award," "Best Paper Award," "Best Implementation Team Award," "Outstanding Leadership Award," "SIG Annual Teaching Case Award," and "Outstanding Administration Award."

Japanese and Indonesian Students and Faculty Visit Tamkang University: Exploring Its Multifaceted Charm
Students from Kamoto High School engaged in group discussions with Japanese students at Tamkang University, addressing their questions about the university and Taiwan.

On December 16, a group of 30 students and faculty from Kumamoto Prefectural Kamoto High School, Japan, and on December 17, 14 faculty and students from the 2024 Indonesian Winter Camp visited Tamkang University. Hosted by the Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs, the visits included campus tours, course experiences, and discussion sessions to enhance their understanding and appreciation of the university, encouraging cross-national enrollment.

Women's Association Second-Hand Clothing Sale: Sustainable, Chic and Educational Supportive
The Women's Faculty and Staff Association organized a second-hand clothing charity sale, with Chairperson Flora Chia-I Chang (5th from right) posing for a photo with colleagues who left with their purchases.

The Women Faculty and Staff Association is dedicated to promoting an eco-friendly lifestyle centered on cherishing and reusing items. From December 16 to 20, the association hosted the "Second-Hand Clothing Sale – My Old Love, Your New Treasure" event at the Black Swan Exhibition Hall. Faculty members and alumni donated clothing and luxury items, raising a record-breaking NT$311,023 from the charity sale, with proceeds designated for student scholarships at Tamkang University.

Celebrating 50 Years of Glory and Sustainability: Over 500 Guests Join Tamkang Scout Group’s Birthday Festivities
Tamkang University Scout Group celebrated its 50th anniversary on December 21, with over 500 attendees joining the grand event.

On December 21 at 2 p.m., the Tamkang University Scout Group hosted the "50th Anniversary Celebration of Tamkang University Scout Group and the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Kang Yi Scout Foundation" at the Student Activity Center. The event saw over 500 participants, including Dean of International Affairs Chien-Mu Yeh, Director of the Center for General Education and Core Curriculum Shun-Jie Ji, former Secretary-General Ay-Hwa Andy Liou, Professor Shiaw-Shyan Luo from the Department of Transportation Management, former President of the Scouts of China Shou-Po Chao, Chairman of the Taipei City Scout Association Shi-Chin Wang, Deputy Chairman of the Scout Association of Japan Tokyo Federation Irie Ikuto, Meiji University Scout Group Leader Hirohiko Tanaka, and Guo-Sheng Liang from the Hong Kong Scout Association, along with scout members and their families. The event was both warm and lively.

Double Championship at Electrical and Computer Engineering Week: Integrating NVIDIA Technology in Unmanned Stores
The team behind the "Logistics Workstation Based on Digital Twins," winner of both major competitions during Electrical and Computer Engineering Week, received their award from Department Chair Peter Liu.

The annual Electrical and Computer Engineering Week’s biggest winner, "Logistics Workstation Based on Digital Twins," was developed by fourth-year students Bo-Yun Yu, Mu-Hua Huang, and Teron Tristan Benjamin. The project won dual championships in the "Innovation and Creativity Competition" and the "Unmanned Delivery Creativity Competition." The team shared their achievements with alumni, faculty, and students at the 4th "Electronics and Electrical Engineering Alumni Forum" of the year. The forum was held on December 14 at 3:00 PM in the D508 Alumni Hall of the Taipei Campus, with 30 alumni and students in attendance.

200th Administrative Meeting: Composing “Tamkang is the Best” with Smart e-Pen
The 200th Administrative Meeting was held on a larger scale in the Yeo Lan Hall at the Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center.

The 200th Administrative Meeting was held on December 27 at 2 p.m. in the Yeo Lan Hall of the Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center. Presided over by President Huan-Chao Keh, the meeting was attended by 3 vice presidents, first-level supervisors, academic department heads, and student representatives, with live streaming to the Taipei campus.

Tamkang TV Students Win 3 PeoPo Citizen Journalism Awards: Best Performance in History
At the PeoPo Citizen Journalism Awards ceremony, the Tamkang TV production "The Book Restorer: Picking Up the Past" (《拾起流年的書籍修復師》), created by Mass Communication Department students Sung-Ya Yen (from right), Yu-Wei Lin, and Ming-Chih Chien, won the Excellence Award, presented by National Chengchi University Professor Hui-Wen Liu.

The 2024 PeoPo Citizen Journalism Awards Ceremony, organized by the Public Television Service and the Foundation for Excellent Journalism Award, was held on December 21 at the International Conference Hall of National Chengchi University's College of Social Sciences. 7 senior students from Tamkang University’s Mass Communication Department, representing the Tamkang TV internship media, won 3 Excellence Awards in the Student Short Report category. The winning entries were "The Book Restorer: Picking Up the Past" (《拾起流年的書籍修復師》) by Yu-Wei Lin, Ming-Chih Chien, and Sung-Ya Yen; "Weaving the Name of Kavalan" (《編織出噶瑪蘭的名字》) by Yi-Ju Su and Yi-Jen Chiu; and "Endless Purity" (《永無止淨》) by Meng-Chu Hsu and Pin-Yu Chen. Professor Hui-Wen Liu presented the awards from NCCU’s Department of Journalism.

Digital Transformation and Net-Zero Transition Soar Together: Hackathon Showcases Innovative Power
Executive Vice President Chun-Hung Lin (first from the right) presented the Extraordinary Excellence Award to Computer Science and Information Engineering seniors Yu-Cheng Chang and Yen-Chen Lin, along with Electrical and Computer Engineering freshman Cheng-Cheng Chuang, for their project “OCR Scholarship Application.”

On December 25, 2024, the Office of Information Services held the "2024 Digital Transformation and Net-Zero Transformation Hackathon Award Ceremony" in Room I501 of the Chueh Sheng Memorial Building. The project "OCR Scholarship Application," created by Computer Science and Information Engineering seniors Yu-Cheng Chang and Yen-Chen Lin and Electrical and Computer Engineering freshman Cheng-Cheng Chuang, won the Extraordinary Excellence Award. The project "Equipment Borrowing and Return System" by Graduate Institute of Educational Technology students Ming-Ming Fan, Hsin-Yu Tseng, and Kai-Lun Lin received the Excellence Award. 2 Honorable Mention Awards were given to "Three-Level Review System for Image Recognition" and "Rental Safety System." Additionally, 3 projects from the Graduate Institute of Educational Technology were awarded the "Creative Idea Award."

CommonWealth Magazine Interviews Dean Kuo-Hua Chen: Tamkang University Equips Students with Future Skills and Superpowers
CommonWealth Magazine Interviews Kuo-Hua Chen: Tamkang University Equips Students with Future Skills and Superpowers

Dean of the College of Education at Tamkang University, Professor Kuo-Hua Chen, was recently interviewed on the online program CommonWealth Learning—Sustainability Talent Salon (「天下學習-永續人才會客室」) hosted by the CommonWealth Magazine Group. The discussion centered around the importance of "future literacy" and Tamkang University's innovative approaches to cultivating future-ready talent.

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