NO. 1180 2024-04-16

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Dr. Henri Berestycki Predict Epidemic Spread Scenarios with Mathematical Laws, Enjoy Tamsui Campus, Seek to Add Tamkang Clement and Carrie Chair to His Resume
The Dean of the College of Science, Dr. Tzenge-Lien Shih (left), presents the Panda trophy to Professor Henri Berestycki.

The Department of Mathematics hosted a Tamkang Clement and Carrie Chair Lecture, inviting Henri Berestycki, a professor at the School of Advanced Studies in the Social Sciences (EHESS) in France and the University of Maryland in the United States, to speak on March 19 at the Chang Yeo Lan International Conference Hall, Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center. The topic of his lecture was "Modeling Epidemics with Diffusion." He expressed concern about public health and emphasized the significant impact of local epidemics on humanity. Diseases with high mortality rates, such as tuberculosis, measles, malaria, and AIDS, were discussed in terms of mathematical modeling of epidemics, aiming to understand their dynamics, predict their spread, and find ways to control them.

Administrative Unit Digital Transformation and Net Zero Exhibition, President Keh Acknowledge Smart Initiatives for Sustainability
The Office of Information Services Holds the Administrative Unit Digital Transformation and Net Zero Transition Exhibition; President Keh Leads Supervisors in the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.

On March 21, the Office of Information Services hosted the "2024 Administrative Unit Digital Transformation and Net Zero Transition Exhibition" at the Student Activity Center. The theme was "AI+SDGs=∞." A total of 63 first and second-level administrative units from Tamkang University showcased 72 projects utilizing various digital functions of Microsoft 3AP (Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Platform) to promote business transformation results. Approximately 340 faculty and staff members participated in on-site observation and learning, as well as engaging in a popularity vote. The Secretariat, Academic Affairs Office, Human Resources Office, Admission Strategy Center, and Management Planning Section (in order of the organization order of our university) were awarded the Popularity Prize based on the vote results.

North Tamsui USR Project: 10 Delicacies Revive Mackay’s Missionary Journey in Taiwan
The North Tamsui USR Project hosts the “Mackay Banquet” at the Golden Tulip Fab Hotel.

Tamkang University's USR project “Digitally Discovering the Charm of the North Tamsui: An Integrated Land and Sea Travel Experience” (淡北風情e線牽-海陸旅遊全體驗) collaborated with the Tamsui Presbyterian Church. On the evening of March 21, the “Mackay Banquet” was held at the Golden Tulip Fab Hotel. Academic Vice President Hui-Huang Hsu, Vice President for International Affairs Hsiao-Chuan Chen, and Chief Advisor of Tamkang University Alumni Association Headquarters Lawrence Lin were among the attendees. The event coincided with Reverend Mackay's 181st birthday, further highlighting his outstanding contributions to Taiwan and the fond memories of all.

Mass Communication Alumnus Chien-Hung Lien's Work Salli Wins Award in Osaka
The director and alumnus of the Department of Mass Communication, Chien-Hung Lian, won the “Most Promising Talent Award” and the “ABC TV Award” (Festival Sponsor Award) at the Osaka Asian Film Festival for his film “Salli.”

Our alumnus from the Department of Mass Communication, director Chien-Hung Lien, won the "Most Promising Talent Award" and the "ABC TV Award (Festival Sponsor Award)" at the Osaka Asian Film Festival on March 11 for his film "Salli." This award has garnered recognition and attention for Taiwanese films and creators at the international film festival in Japan.

256 Young and Aged Volunteers Served at the Wan Jin Shi Marathon
The 2024 Wan Jin Shi Marathon kicked off on March 17, with the highest number of student volunteers from Tamkang University among colleges and universities participating in the service.

The largest annual marathon event in Taiwan, the Wan Jin Shi Marathon, kicked off on March 17, with over ten thousand participants. A total of 256 faculty, staff, students, and the elderly from Tamkang University participated in the service, with 204 students among them. Over the years, Tamkang University has consistently contributed the highest number of student volunteers among all colleges and universities. The enthusiastic spirit and dedication to service have earned high praise from both the organizers and the participants.

TQM Seminar: Exploring New Chapters in Leadership Wisdom and Green Practices Together
The 2023 academic year TQM Seminar held at Chang Yeo Lan International Conference Hall, Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center, themed “Exploring a New Chapter in Total Quality Management: Leadership Wisdom and Green Practices.”

On the morning of March 29, the Office of Quality Assurance Audit held the “2023 Academic Year Total Quality Management Seminar” at the Chang Yeo Lan International Conference Hall, Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center. The theme was “Exploring a New Chapter in Total Quality Management: Leadership Wisdom and Green Practices” (「領航全面品質管理的新篇章：領導智慧與綠色實踐」). President Huan-Chao Keh, Chairperson Flora Chia-I Chang, 3 vice presidents, first- and second-level supervisors, faculty members, and staff for over 350 people attended.

Formosa Scholarship Donor Visits President at School
President Huan-Chao Keh presents a trophy to Guillermo Petri (right), expressing gratitude for his continuous scholarship donations benefiting Spanish Department students.

One of the donors of the Formosa Scholarship for the Spanish Department and a Spanish friend of Tamkang University, Mr. Guillermo Petri, accompanied by his wife and child, visited President Huan-Chao Keh on March 25. They were accompanied by Dr. Wan-Bau Wu, Dean of the College of Foreign Languages and Literatures; Dr. Ai-Ling Liou, Chair of the Spanish Department; Chun-Young Perng, Executive Director of the Office of Alumni Services and Resources Development, and Alumnus Yi-Liang Li. During the meeting, the president presented a trophy to Guillermo Petri to express gratitude for his continuous scholarship donations benefiting students of the Spanish Department.

Crossing Seas for Exchange with Waseda University: Dr. Chiu-Kuei Tseng Visits Haruki Murakami
Dr. Chiu-Kuei Tseng, Director of the Center for Murakamiharuki Studies in Tamkang University (right), was invited for the second time to speak at the Haruki Murakami Library at Waseda University in Japan on March 15.

On March 15, Dr. Chiu-Kuei Tseng, Director of the Center for Murakamiharuki Studies in Tamkang University (CMSTKU), was invited for the second time to speak at the Haruki Murakami Library at Waseda University in Japan. During the visit, she met with Haruki Murakami and informed him about the upcoming academic events related to Murakami at both the Haruki Murakami Library at Waseda University and in Kyoto.

Alumni Reunion Spring Feast: Samuel Su and Jian-Fu Li Lead Singing of School Anthem, Andy Chen Donates NT$16.25 Million
Spring Feast: Department of International Trade alumnus Jian Fu Li (left) and Tamkang University Alumni Association Headquarters of Departments President Samuel Su lead alumni in Singing School Anthem Together.

“O, grand Tamkang, roll out to Seas...” resonates as Jian-Fu Li, an alumnus from the Department of International Trade (now Department of International Business), leads along with the Tamkang University Alumni Association Headquarters of Departments President Samuel Su, 350 alumni in singing the school anthem. Organized by the Tamkang University Alumni Association Headquarters of Departments and the Office of Alumni Services and Resource Development, the 2024 Spring Feast alumni gathering took place on March 16, at the Chang Yeo Lan International Conference Hall, Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere.

2024 Net Zero Transition Alliance Summit: Inviting Alumni Enterprises to Collaborate in Cultivating Sustainability Talents
The 2024 Net Zero Transition Alliance Summit Held at Tamkang University's Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center.

In November 2023, Tamkang University, along with Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET) and Microsoft Taiwan, announced the collaboration to establish Taiwan's first campus sustainable cloud and formed the “Net Zero Transition Alliance.” On March 16, during the Spring Feast event, the “2024 Net Zero Transition Alliance Summit” was held at the Hsu Shou-Chlien International Conference Center. Attendees included President Huan-Chao Keh, 3 Vice Presidents, the President of the Tamkang University Alumni Association Headquarters of Departments Samuel Su, Director General Jang-Hwa Leu from the Administration for Digital Industries of the Ministry of Digital Affairs, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer Peter Hu from Digital Transformation Technology Group of FET, and General Manager Jerry Chen from Microsoft Taiwan's Global Partner Solutions. The aim of the summit was to explore interdisciplinary innovation and industry-academia collaboration, seeking more opportunities for alumni-business cooperation to collectively advance towards net zero transition and cultivate talents in sustainability for the future.

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