NO. 1259 2026-10-21

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Tamkang University Sets New Higher Education Milestone with Freshman Enrollment Rate Exceeding 101% for 3 Consecutive Years
Tamkang University set a new record in the 2026–2027 academic year's freshman enrollment rate for full-time undergraduate programs, exceeding 101% for three consecutive years.

Like the iconic Taipei 101, which continues to draw international attention, Tamkang University has reached a remarkable milestone amid Taiwan’s declining birthrate and its impact on higher education. In the 2026–2027 academic year, the enrollment rate for full-time undergraduate freshmen reached 101.84%, exceeding 101% for the third consecutive year and surpassing last year’s record of 101.51%. This achievement reflects the strong confidence students and parents place in the university's educational excellence and reinforces Tamkang University's leading position among Taiwan's comprehensive universities in total freshman enrollment.

Student Club Fair Offers a New Dual-Track Interactive Experience, Inviting Freshmen to “Log In to Five-Tiger Hill”
The Student Club Fair kicked off on September 10 with lively activities at the pedestrian plaza in front of the Liberal Arts Building and on the 4th-floor outdoor terrace of the Gymnasium.

To help incoming students quickly adapt to campus life and experience Tamkang University's vibrant student club culture, the Extracurricular Activities Guidance Section of the Office of Student Affairs, in collaboration with the Student Association, organized the 2026–2027 Student Club Fair on September 10–11 and 14–17. The event took place along the pedestrian walkways in front of the Liberal Arts Building and the Mass Communication Building, as well as on the 4th-floor outdoor terrace of the Gymnasium. More than 90 student clubs participated, setting up booths that attracted a steady stream of visitors and filled the campus with youthful energy and enthusiasm.

Tamkang University's 15th Board of Trustees Takes Office, Flora Chia-I Chang Reappointed Chairperson with Unanimous Support
Flora Chia-I Chang was unanimously reappointed as Chairperson of the Board of Trustees with the full support of all members of the 15th Board.

The nine members of Tamkang University's 15th Board of Trustees were recently approved by the Ministry of Education (MOE), with their terms running from September 30, 2026, to September 29, 2030. In accordance with relevant regulations, the Board convened its first meeting on September 23. In the presence of certified public accountant Chih-Cheng Chou, a public-interest supervisor appointed by the MOE, all board members unanimously voted to reelect Flora Chia-I Chang, Chairperson of the 14th Board, to lead the 15th Board. The newly appointed Board will continue to fully support Tamkang University's institutional development and its ongoing pursuit of excellence as a model of sustainable higher education.

Pioneering Contributions to Intelligent Robotics R&D, Ching-Chang Wong Honored with the 24th Y. Z. Hsu Outstanding Professor Award
Prof. Ching-Chang Wong (center) of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, recipient of the 24th Y. Z. Hsu Outstanding Professor Award, poses for a photo at the award ceremony with Tamkang University President Hui-Huang Hsu (left) and Dean of the College of Engineering Li-Chiu Chang.

The Far Eastern Y. Z. Hsu Foundation held the 24th Y. Z. Hsu Scientific Awards Ceremony on September 24 at the Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei. Ching-Chang Wong, Distinguished Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Director of the Intelligent Automation and Robotics Center at Tamkang University, received the Y. Z. Hsu Outstanding Professor Award in the Technology and Humanities category in recognition of his outstanding contributions to research and talent development in intelligent control and intelligent robotics. Tamkang University President Hui-Huang Hsu and Dean of the College of Engineering Li-Chiu Chang attended the ceremony to witness this prestigious occasion.

Tamkang Honorary Professor Hsi-Deh Wu Receives Taiwan–France Cultural Award, Urges Translators to Showcase the Irreplaceable Cultural Value of Human Translation in the AI Era
Hsi-Deh Wu (center), recipient of the 29th Taiwan–France Cultural Award, receives his medal from Jean-Robert Pitte (left), former Permanent Secretary of the Académie des Sciences Morales et Politiques, and Taiwan's Minister of Culture Yuan Li (right).

The 29th Taiwan–France Cultural Award ceremony was held on the evening of September 14 (local time) in the Grand Assembly Hall of the Académie française in Paris. Hsi-Deh Wu, Honorary Professor of Tamkang University's Department of French (now the French Section of the Department of European Languages), received the prestigious honor in recognition of his longstanding contributions to French language education, literary translation, publishing, and the promotion of cultural exchanges between Taiwan and the French-speaking world. Taiwan's Minister of Culture, Yuan Li, also traveled to Paris to attend the ceremony. In his remarks, he emphasized that art offers Taiwan the shortest path to the world, and that freedom and humanistic values form the core principles that Taiwan shares with the international community.

Capturing a Spectacular View of Alex Climbing Taipei 101, Yu-Hsiang Lin Earns Recognition at the International Photography Awards
Yu-Hsiang Lin, a senior majoring in Mass Communication at Tamkang University, received an Honorable Mention at the 2026 International Photography Awards (IPA) for his work, Alex Honnold: Taipei 101 Free Solo Ascent.

Yu-Hsiang Lin, a senior in the Department of Mass Communication at Tamkang University, has once again demonstrated his exceptional photographic skills and keen eye for detail. Following his success in winning two major awards in the photography category at the 51st Mediart Awards in April this year, Lin recently received an Honorable Mention in the Sports (Extreme Sports) category of the Non-Professional Division at the 2026 International Photography Awards (IPA) for his work, Alex Honnold: Taipei 101 Free Solo Ascent.

The Story Behind Terry Tsao’s Recommendation of Chin-Tsai Chen to Star in Taiwan High Speed Rail’s Promotional Video
Chin-Tsai Chen (far left), a Tamkang University Department of Accounting alumnus and Chairman of WIN Semiconductors, and Terry Tsao (3rd from right), a Department of Mass Communication alumnus and SEMI's Global Chief Marketing Officer and President of Taiwan, attend the SEMI × Taiwan High Speed Rail Strategic Partnership Press Conference. (Photo courtesy of SEMI)

SEMI, the global semiconductor industry association, and Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) recently announced a cross-industry strategic partnership between the semiconductor sector and transportation infrastructure. At the launch press conference for the promotional video Silicon Pulse • Transform Tomorrow, two distinguished Tamkang University alumni—Chin-Tsai Chen, a graduate of the Department of Accounting and Chairman of WIN Semiconductors, and Terry Tsao, a graduate of the Department of Mass Communication and SEMI's Global Chief Marketing Officer and President of Taiwan—appeared together, highlighting their significant influence within the semiconductor ecosystem.

Japanese Delegations from Kitakyushu KOSEN and Tottori University of Environmental Studies Visit Tamkang, Promoting Diverse Taiwan-Japan Student Exchanges
Students from Tottori University of Environmental Studies visited Tamkang University for an exchange with students from the Department of Japanese.

On the afternoons of September 16 and 17, two delegations from Japan visited Tamkang University in succession: 16 faculty members and students from the National Institute of Technology, Kitakyushu College (Kitakyushu KOSEN) and six faculty members and students from Tottori University of Environmental Studies (TUES). Faculty and students from the Department of Japanese organized their customary relaxed Taiwan-Japan student exchange activities to welcome the Japanese visitors. Students from both sides interacted face-to-face and exchanged souvenirs, building friendly bridges for cross-border learning.

International Students Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with Faculty, Sharing Mooncakes and Warm Conversations
The Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs held the “2026 Mid-Autumn Festival Cultural Celebration for International Students” at noon on September 23 in the 10th-floor lobby of the Ching-sheng Memorial Hall, inviting international students to enjoy traditional Taiwanese mooncakes together.

To help international students far from home experience Taiwan’s festive traditions, the Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs held the “2026 Mid-Autumn Festival Cultural Celebration for International Students” at noon on September 23 in the 10th-floor lobby of the Ching-sheng Memorial Hall. The international students from around the world eagerly lined up to receive mooncakes and enjoy the atmosphere of Taiwan’s traditional Mid-Autumn Festival ahead of the holiday.

Summer Service Teams Step Beyond the Classroom, Broadening Global Perspectives and Growing Through Learning Abroad
Chair of the Department of Global Politics and Economics Wei-Hsiu Lin (4th from left) visited students at BERSIH in Malaysia and presented souvenirs to members of the organization.

During this year's summer vacation, 10 student service teams stepped beyond the classroom and engaged in service activities on campuses, in local communities, and in international settings, transforming their academic knowledge into meaningful action. Among them, the GSIP Global Service Internship Program Team from the Department of Global Politics and Economics, the "Economics and Education" Team from the Department of Economics, and the Cambodia Service-Learning Team organized by the Extracurricular Activities Guidance Section traveled abroad to participate in cross-cultural exchanges. Through hands-on engagement and practical experience, these students brought the spirit of service to life, making it a meaningful and tangible part of their university education.

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