Two students from Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) helped save a faculty member’s life through their swift response and first-aid skills during a medical emergency on campus on October 20, 2026. The faculty member, who collapsed after exercising at the university tennis courts, recovered and was discharged from the hospital on November 3.
When the incident occurred, a university staff member immediately called for help. A junior student from the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering quickly responded, contacted emergency services, and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
A senior student from the Department of Information Management, who holds an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-1) qualification and previously served as president of CYCU’s Emergency Medical Services Club, arrived with an automated external defibrillator (AED). Working alongside other responders, the students provided emergency care until paramedics arrived.
Both students emphasized the importance of first-aid training and practical experience in preparing them to respond confidently during critical situations.
CYCU has long promoted CPR, AED, and EMT training through its Emergency Medical Services Club and campus safety programs. The university currently maintains 17 AEDs across campus buildings and regularly conducts equipment inspections and emergency response training.
The Emergency Medical Services Club has also received multiple national recognitions for its outstanding community service and volunteer initiatives.
CYCU Dean of Student Affairs Yu-Chi Chou expressed appreciation for the students’ courageous actions and reaffirmed the university’s commitment to strengthening emergency preparedness and practical first-aid education.
The successful rescue highlights how CYCU empowers students to turn classroom learning into meaningful action, demonstrating compassion, responsibility, and the ability to make a difference when it matters most.
