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Embarking on a New Journey in Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult: NCKU President Encourages Freshmen to "Go Far Together"
National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) held its 113th academic year Freshman Growth Camp, the 14th edition of "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult," on the morning of September 4 at the Kuang-Fu Campus’s Chung Cheng Gym. NCKU President, Dr. Meng-Ru Shen, along with the university’s senior management, warmly welcomed the new students into the NCKU family. Emphasizing the importance of teamwork with the theme "Going Far Together," President Shen wished the freshmen success in pursuing their dreams and encouraged them to embody the distinguished qualities of NCKU graduates. He urged them to embrace the spirit of unity and mutual success, symbolized by the great banyan tree, and to shine in their respective fields in the future.
The new academic year begins next Monday, September 9, but this week features the "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult - Freshman Growth Camp," a three-day event designed for incoming freshmen. With around 3,300 participants, it is the largest freshman training camp in southern Taiwan. On the morning of September 4, over 2,300 faculty and students, including university officials, deans of various colleges, and the event's organizing team, gathered at Chung Cheng Gym, filled with excitement for the upcoming 113th academic year.
During the opening ceremony, President Shen delivered a presentation on NCKU’s history to the new students. He noted that the university was founded in 1931 and has a 93-year legacy. NCKU has played a crucial role in various fields, from industrial foundations, urban co-development, national defense, and pandemic prevention, contributing to society through the core values of teamwork, compassion, and resilience. The university has been a key player in the development of national industries such as healthcare, biomedical technology, digital sustainability, the satellite industry, semiconductor alliances, and urban transformation. NCKU also has a significant impact in areas such as global sustainability, industrial development, biotechnology, art and design, and higher education, making it a university that inspires the city and brings pride to the nation.
President Shen emphasized that the primary mission of education is to prepare for the future and create opportunities. He likened the teachers at NCKU to gardeners and the students to seedlings. Faculty members are committed to imparting both professional knowledge and humanistic values, equipping students with the skills and strength to face the future. Recognizing that attending university marks the first time many students are leaving home, presenting multiple challenges in both learning and daily life, President Shen encouraged freshmen to seek help when needed. NCKU has established a comprehensive student affairs system, and the "Office of the First-Year Student" will not only assist with admission-related issues but will continue to support freshmen throughout their academic journey to ensure they enjoy their university life.
In the digital age, NCKU's freshman welcome activities blend in-person ceremonies with online interactions. The 113th academic year introduces several online resources such as the "Office of the First-Year Student" and the "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult Podcast" to help freshmen explore university life ahead of time. The three-day "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult - Freshman Growth Camp," running from September 4 to September 6, has seen enthusiastic sign-ups for various in-person activities. Over the course of the camp, freshmen will participate in nine diverse activities, including large-scale obstacle courses, podcasts, organizational exploration, campus lectures, corporate forums, a carnival, storytelling sessions, a freshman night, and static exhibitions. The thoughtfully curated program is designed to help freshmen learn more about NCKU and integrate smoothly into life in Tainan.
To help freshmen better understand how the campus operates, the 14th Freshman Growth Camp's opening ceremony included a new "Student Affairs Session." NCKU Academic Vice President Dr. Sheng-Chih Shen, along with officials from the Counseling Division, Housing Services Division, Student Assistance Division, Activities Division, Career Development Center, and the Indigenous Student Resource Center, provided an overview of their services, emphasizing the spirit of mutual support and care on campus.
The new academic year begins next Monday, September 9, but this week features the "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult - Freshman Growth Camp," a three-day event designed for incoming freshmen. With around 3,300 participants, it is the largest freshman training camp in southern Taiwan. On the morning of September 4, over 2,300 faculty and students, including university officials, deans of various colleges, and the event's organizing team, gathered at Chung Cheng Gym, filled with excitement for the upcoming 113th academic year.
During the opening ceremony, President Shen delivered a presentation on NCKU’s history to the new students. He noted that the university was founded in 1931 and has a 93-year legacy. NCKU has played a crucial role in various fields, from industrial foundations, urban co-development, national defense, and pandemic prevention, contributing to society through the core values of teamwork, compassion, and resilience. The university has been a key player in the development of national industries such as healthcare, biomedical technology, digital sustainability, the satellite industry, semiconductor alliances, and urban transformation. NCKU also has a significant impact in areas such as global sustainability, industrial development, biotechnology, art and design, and higher education, making it a university that inspires the city and brings pride to the nation.
President Shen emphasized that the primary mission of education is to prepare for the future and create opportunities. He likened the teachers at NCKU to gardeners and the students to seedlings. Faculty members are committed to imparting both professional knowledge and humanistic values, equipping students with the skills and strength to face the future. Recognizing that attending university marks the first time many students are leaving home, presenting multiple challenges in both learning and daily life, President Shen encouraged freshmen to seek help when needed. NCKU has established a comprehensive student affairs system, and the "Office of the First-Year Student" will not only assist with admission-related issues but will continue to support freshmen throughout their academic journey to ensure they enjoy their university life.
In the digital age, NCKU's freshman welcome activities blend in-person ceremonies with online interactions. The 113th academic year introduces several online resources such as the "Office of the First-Year Student" and the "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult Podcast" to help freshmen explore university life ahead of time. The three-day "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult - Freshman Growth Camp," running from September 4 to September 6, has seen enthusiastic sign-ups for various in-person activities. Over the course of the camp, freshmen will participate in nine diverse activities, including large-scale obstacle courses, podcasts, organizational exploration, campus lectures, corporate forums, a carnival, storytelling sessions, a freshman night, and static exhibitions. The thoughtfully curated program is designed to help freshmen learn more about NCKU and integrate smoothly into life in Tainan.
To help freshmen better understand how the campus operates, the 14th Freshman Growth Camp's opening ceremony included a new "Student Affairs Session." NCKU Academic Vice President Dr. Sheng-Chih Shen, along with officials from the Counseling Division, Housing Services Division, Student Assistance Division, Activities Division, Career Development Center, and the Indigenous Student Resource Center, provided an overview of their services, emphasizing the spirit of mutual support and care on campus.
The 14th "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult" Freshman Growth Camp for the 113th academic year at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) kicked off grandly this morning, September 4, at Chung Cheng Gym on the Kuang-Fu Campus. NCKU President Meng-Ru Shen, along with senior university officials, warmly welcomed the freshmen to the NCKU family and encouraged them to "go far together" through unity and mutual success.
The new academic year begins next Monday, September 9. This week’s "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult - Freshman Growth Camp," a three-day event designed specifically for first-year students, is in full swing. On the morning of September 4, many faculty members and students gathered joyfully at Chung Cheng Gym, filled with great anticipation for the upcoming 113th academic year.
To help freshmen become more familiar with the campus, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) has launched online resources such as the "Office of the First-Year Student" and the "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult Podcast" to prepare them for the new academic year. Additionally, during the opening ceremony of the 14th "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult - Freshman Growth Camp," a new "Student Affairs Session" was introduced, where the heads of academic and student affairs departments personally explained their services and functions.
rom September 4 to September 6, the "Becoming a Cheng Kung Adult - Freshman Growth Camp" features a variety of activities, including lectures, workshops, and evening events. With enthusiastic sign-ups for multiple in-person activities, the camp aims to help freshmen gain a deeper understanding of NCKU and integrate more quickly into life in Tainan.
