Taiwan Tech held a freshman orientation on September 1st, during which President Jia-Yush Yen used the university motto '精誠' (sincerity and dedication) to encourage incoming students to engage in diverse learning, pursue excellence, and emphasized that beyond academic research and theoretical knowledge, a practical approach and a commitment to excellence are equally important in their university journey. The university is committed to providing appropriate guidance and opportunities for students to grow and excel in their academic pursuits and overall life, ensuring a fulfilling and joyful experience.

Taiwan Tech conducted its freshman orientation.

During this event, President Jia-Yush Yen encouraged students to seize the opportunity to engage in exchanges with international peers. President Yen emphasized that the key is not the fluency of language but the ability to communicate effectively. He urged students to muster the courage to communicate in English, as such interactions serve as valuable training to become bridges of communication on the international stage. Ultimately, the goal is to cultivate 'π' talents who possess specialized knowledge, liberal arts education, and the ability to bridge international connections.

To facilitate closer alignment with overseas universities, Taiwan Tech has officially implemented a 16-week academic semester starting from the academic year 112th. Vice Dean of Academic Affairs, Yo-Ming Xie, also advised students to leverage the resources of the Taiwan University System. Through inter-university course selection with National Taiwan University (NTU), National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), and Taiwan Tech, students can utilize cross-campus learning resources to enhance their own value.

President Jia-Yush Yen of Taiwan Tech delivered the opening speech.

Cross-departmental minors and double majors among the three universities have proven to be a popular choice among students. In the 112th academic year, the three universities offered a total of 55 minors and 36 double majors, receiving 184 applications with 80 students being admitted. This demonstrates the importance of interdisciplinary learning, the cultivation of dual professional skills, and the acquisition of multiple diplomas. Furthermore, various departments and offices within the university also presented relevant reports and guidance to help incoming students gain a better understanding of the university's resources and operations.

The representative of this year's freshman class, Si-Yu Chen from the Department of Architecture, shared her aspirations. She originally studied Interior Spatial Design at Taitung Gongdong Vocational High School and had long aimed to attend Taiwan Tech. During her vocational education, she won a gold medal in national skills competitions in the Design category, which facilitated her admission to the Department of Architecture through her outstanding technical skills. While Architecture is different from Interior Design, she hopes to acquire specialized knowledge in architecture and gain proficiency in industry-standard software over the next four years. She plans to strengthen her language skills through school resources or other means to increase her chances of studying abroad in the future.

Another freshman representative, Bo-Jun Chen, who graduated from Taipei Yangming High School, shared his perspective. He had a keen interest in programming during high school and originally planned to pursue a degree in computer science. However, after attending a Taiwan Tech’s information session, he learned about the non-departmental bachelor's degree program, which allows students to take courses from any department during their first year and choose their major in their second year based on their interests. This unique feature offered him the opportunity to explore his academic interests further before committing to a major. Despite receiving admission offers from multiple national universities, he firmly chose Taiwan Tech, saying, "I truly love Taiwan Tech!"

Bo-Jun Chen aspires to delve deep into the field of Electrical and Computer Engineering, combining theoretical knowledge with practical skills. He is particularly eager to take advantage of the cross-university course selection system and enhance his language proficiency while maintaining good academic performance to increase his chances of participating in a study abroad program. He stated, "I aspire to become a professional and a person needed by society."

The university presented exclusive environmentally-friendly cutlery set to all new students. Ms. Si-Yu Chen (left) from the Department of Architecture and Mr. Bo-Jun Chen (right), an undeclared major, represented the recipients.

This academic year welcomed a total of 1,420 incoming freshmen, including students from 15 different countries. Taiwan Tech hosted various campus life orientation activities, including campus tours, a welcome party, and a club fair. The university warmly welcomes every student to join and become acquainted with the Taiwan Tech community.