NO. 1185 2024-07-02

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Providing Better Treatment for Patients: Dr. Ariel Pakes Discusses the Importance of Evaluating Drug Policies
Department Chair of Economics, Dr. Chao-Liang Chen (3rd from left), and Professor Ariel Pakes (2nd from left) exchange school banners. From left to right: Economics Professor and Chief Audit Executive Yen-Ling Lin, Dean of the College of Business and Management Li-Ren Yang, and Assistant Professor of Economics Chen-Sheng Lin.

The Department of Economics held a Tamkang Clement and Carrie Lecture at 10 AM on June 5 in the Chang Yeo Lan International Conference Hall of the Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center. The guest speaker, Professor Ariel Pakes from the Department of Economics at Harvard University, delivered a lecture on "Evaluating Pharmaceutical Policy Options," sharing his latest research findings. The lecture explored the impact of direct-to-consumer advertising (DTCA) policies on consumers and the pharmaceutical industry.

President Keh Encourages Graduates with AI Leadership, Mayor Wan-An Chiang Praises Tamkang's Vision in AI Development
Taipei Mayor Wan-An Chiang encourages graduates with his personal experience.

On June 8 at 10 AM, Tamkang University held the graduation ceremony for the 2023 academic year in the Shao-Mo Memorial Gymnasium. Over 3,200 participants attended the event, including graduates, faculty, parents, and distinguished guests from various colleges and departments. The ceremony began with an opening dance performance by the competitive cheerleading team and the extreme dance club. This was followed by screening the "TKU Copilot" theme video, aligning with the theme "AI Leadership, Net Zero Sustainability, Employers' Favorite." The video content was entirely generated using AI technology, providing graduates with dynamic and spirited blessings. Additionally, a "Sustainable Care Tamkang LINE@" dynamic community QR code was provided on-site, allowing graduates to receive continuous blessings from faculty and junior classmates.

Tamkang University Collaborates on AI, Co-hosting Jensen Huang's Lecture, Garnering Attention
Founder of NVIDIA, Jensen Huang, delivers a lecture on “Impact of Generative AI Development” at National Taiwan University, Sparking Discussion with Tamkang University Emblem “Simplicity, Truthfulness, Firmness, Perseverance” appearing alongside him.

On June 2, NVIDIA founder Jensen Huang delivered a speech on "The Impact of Generative AI Development" at National Taiwan University. The backdrop displayed a list of partner supply chain companies and schools. Tamkang University's “Simplicity, Truthfulness, Firmness, Perseverance” emblem prominently featured in the center, continuously appearing next to Huang, sparking discussions. Tamkang University President Huan-Chao Keh stated that Tamkang has been deeply involved in the AI field, continuously cooperating with the "Taiwan AI Alliance" to organize courses, international certification guidance, and competitions: "The 'AI+ talents' we cultivate will be strong contributors to Taiwan's development in the global AI industry!"

Tamkang Clement and Carrie Chair Dr. Giulia Galli Invited by Physics Department: Harnessing Quantum Computing to Master Energy Materials
The Physics Department hosted a lecture, inviting Professor Giulia Galli from the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago as the Tamkang Clement and Carrie Chair. Dean Tzenge-Lien Shih of the College of Science presented her with the Panda trophy.

The Physics Department invited Professor Giulia Galli from the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago to deliver a lecture as Tamkang Clement and Carrie Chair. The lecture, "Materials for Sustainable Energy Generation and Use from First Principles," was held at 2 PM on June 12 in the Chang Yeo Lan International Hall of the Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center. She shared that the world is moving away from fossil fuels and seeking alternative energy sources. She explained that quantum computing algorithms are still developing but will eventually be used to predict energy materials. She encouraged everyone to consider the forward-looking nature of fundamental science, stating, "Those who can master materials will have a precise vision of the future."

Leadership Transition of Club Leaders: Joining Hands to Continue Tamkang Spirit
The Extracurricular Activities Guidance Section held the "Club Leadership Transition Series" on June 1, where everyone happily posed for a group photo.

To assist clubs in smoothly completing their leadership transitions, the Extracurricular Activities Guidance Section held the "2023 Academic Year Club Leadership Transition Series" on June 1 at the Student Activity Center. Successful senior members shared their experiences, continuing the Tamkang spirit and fostering a common understanding between outgoing and incoming leaders on club management. Over 130 people participated in the event.

288 Students Earn NVIDIA International Certification This Semester
The College of Artificial Innovative Intelligence has once again launched a series of micro-credit courses and AI international certification workshops this semester.

This semester, the AI International Certification Workshops organized by the College of Artificial Innovative Intelligence attracted 302 registrations, with 288 participants successfully earning certificates from Microsoft and NVIDIA, achieving a pass rate of over 95%. The college stated that students who completed the Microsoft online course content received micro-credits and a joint certificate issued by the Artificial Innovative Intelligence College, the Taiwan AI Alliance, and the Taipei Computer Association, enhancing their future employment competitiveness.

Moralogy Foundation from Japan Visits, Aiming to Deepen Bilateral Exchange
Mototaka Hiroike (fourth from the right), President of the Moralogy Foundation, Japan, and his delegation visited and met with President Huan-Chao Keh (fourth from the left).

On June 12, a delegation of the Moralogy Foundation, Japan, led by President Mototaka Hiroike, the former president of Reitaku University, a sister school of Tamkang University, including Standing Director Kazuyuki Inoue, International Department Director Kazunobu Horiuchi, International Section Chief Wei-Chi Chiu, and Secretary Mochizuki Hironari, visited our university. They were accompanied by the Vice President for International Affairs, Dr. Hsiao-Chuan Chen, Executive Director of Alumni Services and Resource Development, Chun-Young Perng, and Japanese Department Chair, Dr. Pei-Ching Tsai, to meet with President Huan-Chao Keh, aiming to deepen the bilateral exchange and cooperation relationship further.

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