NEWS REPORT

Temple University President John Fry recently led a delegation to Taiwan and hosted the “Temple Appreciation Dinner” on April 25, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Taipei. During the event, students in the CYCU–Temple 2+2 Dual Bachelor’s Degree Program received their admission certificates, highlighting the successful collaboration between Chung Yuan Christian University and Temple University in fostering globally competitive talent and advancing international education opportunities.

CYCU’s College of Humanities and Education is expanding international collaboration through partnerships with leading universities in South Korea and internship resources in Japan. By signing an MOU with Jeonbuk National University and introducing Japan-based internship opportunities, CYCU is helping students strengthen global mobility and connect with international career pathways.

On May 16, 2026, Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) held the “Wang Guan Hall Naming Ceremony” in Los Angeles to honor Calvin Wang, a first-generation Civil Engineering alumnus, for his lifelong dedication to education and support for students in need.

The College of Design at Chung Yuan Christian University has signed an MOU with the Faculty of Architecture at Chiang Mai University, Thailand, to strengthen international collaboration in landscape, architecture, and cultural environment studies. The partnership also expands opportunities for cross-border learning and sustainable design education in Southeast Asia.

The Department of Interior Design at CYCU welcomed faculty and students from its Indonesian sister institution, Petra Christian University, on May 12, 2026. Through campus visits, design space tours, and participation in student design reviews, the two universities engaged in meaningful exchanges of design ideas and learning experiences, further strengthening international collaboration and cross-cultural design education.

CYCU has achieved outstanding results in AI-integrated teaching and talent development through its collaboration with NVIDIA. According to NVIDIA’s official data, CYCU has the highest number of certified “Campus Ambassadors” in Taiwan, with seven faculty members receiving the certification.

CYCU College of Humanities and Education hosted an Overseas Internship Information Session on May 12, 2026, introducing internship opportunities in Japan to help students connect with global workplaces. Through overseas internships and cross-cultural learning experiences, the program aims to strengthen students’ international career readiness, communication skills, and global mobility in the AI-driven era.

CYCU and Zhen Ding Technology Group launched a “Green AI-PCB Co-Creation Lab” with NT$10 million in donated equipment, integrating industry R&D into education. The partnership aims to advance green materials, AI data transmission, and future quantum technologies while strengthening Taiwan’s PCB competitiveness.

The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, a leading U.S. language education organization, recently visited Chung Yuan Christian University, arranged by the Foundation for International Cooperation in Higher Education of Taiwan. The delegation reviewed CYCU’s advances in curriculum design, AI-enhanced teaching, and instructional innovation, and praised its integration of technology and humanities—opening new avenues for Taiwan–U.S. collaboration.

CYCU and Northern Arizona University (NAU) have signed an MOU to strengthen collaboration in semiconductor research, student exchange, and industry internships. As Arizona emerges as a key hub for semiconductor manufacturing, the partnership aims to cultivate globally competitive talent connecting Taiwan and the United States.

Dr. Peng Choong Leng, a distinguished alumnus of Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU), achieved a historic milestone by receiving both the Business Achievement Award and the Entrepreneurial Achievement Award from Beta Gamma Sigma on April 14, 2026, in Seattle. He is the first person in over a century of BGS history—and the first in Taiwan—to earn both honors, underscoring his exceptional leadership and CYCU’s strength in cultivating world-class talent.

The College of Business at Chung Yuan Christian University held the 10th Induction Ceremony of the Beta Gamma Sigma (BGS) CYCU Chapter on April 1, 2026. Presided over by Dean Min-Lei Chang, the ceremony included the oath-taking and certificate presentation for new members. A total of four faculty members and forty outstanding students were honored, highlighting the College’s position among the top 6% of business schools worldwide.