Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) welcomed a delegation from the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia, led by President Dr. Pareena Gupta Lawrence, on November 2, 2026. The visit focused on strengthening whole person education, leadership development, faculty professional growth, and international collaboration among Christian higher education institutions across Asia.
The delegation was received by CYCU Board Chairman Chang Kuang-Cheng, along with representatives from the Office of the Chaplain and the Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA) Secretariat. Chairman Chang introduced CYCU’s founding history, Christian values, and commitment to holistic education.
During the meeting, Dr. Lawrence highlighted the challenges facing higher education, including demographic shifts, evolving education policies, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence. She emphasized the importance of preparing future university leaders through professional development, institutional exchanges, and cross-border collaboration.
The United Board also shared its initiatives in faculty development, active learning, community-based education, women’s leadership, and environmental sustainability. CYCU faculty and administrators were encouraged to participate in international training programs and webinars, creating opportunities for academic exchange and collaborative research.
The delegation later visited CYCU’s Office of the Chaplain and campus chapel to learn more about the university’s Christian heritage and its commitment to service and whole person education.
As the ACUCA Chair University and Secretariat for 2026–2027, CYCU continues to strengthen its role in connecting Christian higher education institutions across Asia. The visit represents another step toward expanding international partnerships, leadership development, and educational innovation.
