Located in southern Taiwan, a region often facing water scarcity, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) is deeply committed to fostering water conservation awareness across its campus and beyond. Recognizing its social responsibility, the university integrates water resource education into its core mission through a multifaceted approach.
Campus-wide, prominent "conserve water" signs are displayed in all relevant areas. Additionally, explanatory signboards next to rainwater harvesting systems serve as educational tools, illustrating the principles of water recycling.
Academically, NCKU incorporates water issues directly into its curriculum. The mandatory freshman course "Exploring Tainan" features routes like "The Water World of Southern Taiwan," where students visit the Wushantou Reservoir to learn about its history and the complex relationship between water resources, ecology, and aquaculture. Furthermore, the annual "Global Water Resource Governance Talent Camp," now in its ninth year, convenes young leaders to discuss water challenges with experts and government officials, fostering an international perspective on water management.
Practical learning is emphasized through site visits to the Tainan Hydraulics Laboratory, where students gain firsthand insight into hydraulic engineering and disaster prevention.
Campus-wide, prominent "conserve water" signs are displayed in all relevant areas. Additionally, explanatory signboards next to rainwater harvesting systems serve as educational tools, illustrating the principles of water recycling.
Academically, NCKU incorporates water issues directly into its curriculum. The mandatory freshman course "Exploring Tainan" features routes like "The Water World of Southern Taiwan," where students visit the Wushantou Reservoir to learn about its history and the complex relationship between water resources, ecology, and aquaculture. Furthermore, the annual "Global Water Resource Governance Talent Camp," now in its ninth year, convenes young leaders to discuss water challenges with experts and government officials, fostering an international perspective on water management.
Practical learning is emphasized through site visits to the Tainan Hydraulics Laboratory, where students gain firsthand insight into hydraulic engineering and disaster prevention.
