NO. 927 2014-04-21

News
The Office of Military Education and Training Hold Anti Smoking Event
Director of the Office of Military Education and Training, Kuo-liang Chen (first on the right), Chief of the Office of Military Education and Training, Kuan-yung Chu (first on the left), Tamkang University’s Lions Club and the John Tung Foundation hold Anti-smoking promotion at Tamsui MRT Station on April 11th. (Photo provided by Zhi-yue Jiang.

【Reported by Wen-yuan Zheng, An-jia Chen, Yi-chun Yang, Tamkang Times】The Office of Military Education and Training, Tamkang University’s Lions Club, and the John Tung Foundation held the “Say No to Smoking” event at the Tamsui MRT station on April 11th. Tamkang University’s Lion Dance Troupe began the event with an exciting and exhilarating performance. There were many other performances including middle school group, “Three Rooms of Dance” and celebrity singer Wen Chiang Liao. All of the performances warmly welcomed and entertained the audience while encouraging individuals to avoid or quit smoking.

The Power of the People is Discussed in Cheuh-sheng Plaza
The Student Council, Student Association and Student Affairs and International Affairs Group met in the evening on April 9th and 10th in Chueh-sheng Plaza to discuss democracy and freedom. (Picture provided by Jing-ya Su)

【Reported by Jing-ya Su, Tamkang Times】Last week the Anti Chinese Trade Movement discussion took place in the Cheuh-sheng Plaza. On April 9th and 10th student organizations and international research groups gathered to defend the people’s rights. Dean of the Graduate Institute of International Affairs and Strategic Studies, Ming-hsien Wong, Professor from the Graduate Institute of European Studies, Dr. Li-Jiuan Chen-Rabich, and Assistant Professor of the Graduate Institute of Futures Studies, Shun-jie Ji, held an open discussion with students about the recent trade issue. In attendance was more than 100 individuals, who traded and exchanged their opinion about the matter. Vice President of the Student Council and four-year student of the Department of Public Administration, Min-fu Huang, stated, “The rights of the citizens is something that students must be aware and directly involved in. I hope that this event will promote knowledge and understanding of the recent issues so that students will be able to use good judgment as the situation unfolds. Obtaining detailed and relevant information is the key to solving difficult problems.”

Over 300 People Join Together to Sing Island’s Sunrise
On April 10th the Tamkang University Island’s Sunrise choir was initiated. Everyone waved sunflowers to show their support. (Picture provided by Chen-hua Wu)

【Reported by Min-hua Wu, Tamkang Times 】On April 10th students of the Department of French, Ming-yan Liu, Yi-xuan Xie and Jia-ling Li established “Tamkang University’s Island’s Sunrise” choir event, that spontaneously attracted close to 300 people. T...

Tamkang Times Shows What’s Behind the News

【Reported by Wen-yuan Zheng, Tamkang Times】This week in the Black Swan Exhibition Hall the Tamkang Times faculty members are holding, “Behind the News, My Q301 Days.” At the this display, observers can see the concept wall, writings, specialized film area, pictures, operation methods and the imagination room. A member of the Tamkang Times news team and four-year student of the Department of French, Jia-wen Lin, stated, “The people at Tamkang Times are always observing, communicating, recording, and listening. It’s like we are an invisible partner that no one can see or touch, but we bring the reality of what happens around campus to life. By holding this exhibition we can attract people who are like-minded and interested in becoming the eyes and ears of the university.”

Announcements for Future Class Curriculum

【Reported by Qiao-ting Zhao, Tamkang Times】In synch with Tamkang Universities Internationally-oriented and future-oriented eduational policy, graduate students can register to attend the “2014 World Future Academic Conference” taking place from July 11th to the 13th. Students will be able to register from today until the 17th of this month at noon. It is estimated that on the 24th preliminary testing will begin.

The Physics Department Celebrates its 50th Anniversary
The Department of Physics Held the Fifth Annual Electrons and Atoms International Conference and invited President of Dong Hwa University, Maw-kuen Wu. (Picture taken by Guo-en Wu)

【Reported by Bo-xian Lu, Tamkang Times】The Department of Physics held the “Fifth Annual Electrons and Atoms International Conference” in the Chueh-sheng International Conference Hall in recognition of its 50 year anniversary. They invited alumni from the Department of Physics, President of National Dong Hwa University, Maw-kuen Wu, Scientist from the New York National Research Center, Wei Ku, and many national and international scientists, coming to a total of about 80 people.

10 Members From The Department of Architecture are Invited to Yilan Green Expo
（Article by Jing Zhuang, picture provided by Lao Li Mao)

Ten members of the Department of Architecture have been invited to the 2014 Yilan Green Industry Expo. For the event they have constructed 7 display halls, 6 plant areas, and a parking lot with decorations and academic products. Assistant Professor from the Architecture Department, Chen-cheng Chen, expressed, “The Department of Architecture really utilizes the digital age for visualization. Students are first able to design a clear construct of their idea and then begin the process of manufacturing. Not only does it help them realize their concepts, but it gives them needed practical experience for their career path. This event is certainly an opportunity for positive development.”

For Academic Administration Learning Week Various Departments Go to Japan for Conference

【Reported by An-jia Chen, Ya-ting Li, Qiao-ting Zhao, Tamkang Times】The beginning of this month marked Academic Administration Learning week and several Tamkang University departments travelled to Japan and Malaysia for an academic exchange. On March 31st Vice President of Administration, Po-yuan Kao, lead an expedition of five professors from the Department of Chinese to Waseda University in Japan to participate in the “2014 Waseda University International Social and Cultural Academic Conference.”

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