[18 Nov 2024] A Guide to the Impact of Place and Art

Art is not limited to traditional artworks by artists—it can be a medium to bring art closer to the public. Using Keelung Zhengbin Fishing Harbor as a starting point, this talk aims to explore art as a collaborative social experiment, bringing people together through collective effort.

In this lecture, we will introduce the core of 'collaborative art creation' led by the Xingbin Co-Creation Studio in Keelung and how it has driven local revitalization efforts, including regional curation, space activation, artist residencies, cultural education, product design, and experiential events. By redefining the relationship between 'place and art,' we will chart new directions and bring out our inherent strengths.

Speaker
Mr LIN Shu-hao
Founder, Xingbin Co-Creation Studio
🌎 in Mandarin Chinese

Date: 18 November 2024 (Mon) , 10:20 AM - 12:00 AM
Sign-in: starting from 10:10 AM.
Venue: IB-302 (1st floor)
Capacity: 100 seats 
Registration:  Link 

Contact
Centre of General Education: Ms.Ho 
TEL：(02) 2730-1182
E-Mail：joyenho@mail.ntust.edu.tw

[12 Nov 2024] Creation is a Dialogue between the Mind and Emotions 

Life’s struggles, pressures, joys, and chance encounters all shape and tune a person’s creativity. At the start of 2024, I held an exhibition titled *'My Own Form,'* sharing my concept of self-esteem—using oneself as a center to explore the boundaries of freedom. Creation is my way of organizing my inner self. In this lecture, I’ll share how I approach creating freely and intuitively, and how I explore my sense of self through travel, reading, emotions, and physical awareness, finding joy in the process.

Speaker
Ms. Chen Mei-ling
Founder of Graphic Narrator
🌎 in Mandarin Chinese

Date: 12 November  2024 ( Tue) , 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Sign-in: starting from 3:20 PM.
Venue: RB-102 (1st floor)
Capacity: 100 seats 
Registration:  Link 

Contact
Centre of General Education: Ms.Ho 
TEL：(02) 2730-1182
E-Mail：joyenho@mail.ntust.edu.tw

[1 Oct 2024] Where does Journalism and Press Freedom Stand in Today's World? 

In today's landscape, press freedom and journalists face unprecedented challenges. Shataakshi Verma, Project and Development Manager at Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Asia Pacific Bureau in Taipei, will guide us in exploring the current state of global press freedom and its significance. Founded in 1985 in France, Reporters Without Borders (Reporters Sans Frontières = RSF) is at the forefront of the defence and promotion of freedom of information. In 2017, RSF opned its first Asia Office in Taipei. 

The lecture will cover the introduction to Reporters Without Borders as an International Organisation for press freedom and its work around the world. I will share the World Press Freedom Index its methodology and how RSF uses it as a tool for advocacy and some of RSF's successful campaigns globally. As this is part of the media literacy class we will also focus on some aspects of why journalism and the freedom of the press is valuable to develop an informed society. 

Founded in 1985 in France, Reporters Without Borders (Reporters Sans Frontières = RSF) is at the forefront of the defence and promotion of freedom of information. In 2017, RSF opned its first Asia Office in Taipei. Shataakshi Verma will introduce RSF's achievements and challenges in advancing press freedom, and will discuss how various sectors of the society can work together to safeguard this fundamental right.

Speaker
Ms. Shataakshi Verma
Reporters Without Borders (RSF), Asia Pacific Bureau in Taipei, Projects and Development Manager

Shataakshi founded Art of Freedom in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2020, an organisation dedicated to building the agency of young women from minority groups through art and creative mediums as well as advocating for their right to peace in South and East Asia. She presently works with Reporters Without Borders as their Asia-Pacific Bureau Program Manager, managing programs for journalists and media organizations affected by authoritarian regimes in the Asia Pacific and is based out of Taiwan. 

🌎 in English

Date: 1 Oct 2024 ( Tue) , 12:20 PM - 14:100 PM
Sign-in: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM.
Venue: IB-301 

Contact
Centre of General Education: Ms.Ho 
TEL：(02)2730-1182
E-Mail：joyenho@mail.ntust.edu.tw

[9 Sept 2024] Employment in the Technology Sector and Labor Protection: Labor Rights You Should Know About  

In recent years, the development of Taiwan's semiconductor and AI technology industries has attracted global attention, and jobs in the technology industry have become the envy and desire of everyone. However, behind the seemingly glamorous jobs, there might be hidden hardships.
In the midst of rapid industrial changes that emphasize rapid innovation, how can we ensure the protection of the basic core labor of employees?
And how can the technology industry protect and maintain a good industrial and employment environment through unionization?
Through the introduction of the Labor Rights Act, this seminar will help future techies to have a more secure employment.

Speaker
SUN You-Lian, Secretary General, Taiwan Labor Front 
🌎in Mandarin Chinese 

[9 Sept 2024] Finding Culture in Everyday Life: Promoting the Charm of Taipei's South Side Area

Taipei's South Side area is rich with cultural and artistic venues, and hidden gems can be found throughout its streets and alleys. Since 2018, the General Association of Chinese Culture (GACC)  has hosted the South Taipei Fun Carnival, bringing together  public and private organizations, local businesses, and community residents. 
Over the past seven years, more than 500,000 people have participated, and the event has been honored with the Golden Pin Design Award in the Integration Design category. This lecture will explore how the GACC has woven together the beautiful gems of the South Side, making the South Taipei Fun Carnival a highly anticipated annual spring festival in Taipei.

Speaker
Yu Hsiao-min, Deputy Secretary-General, The General Association of Chinese Culture,GACC
🌎 in Mandarin Chinese 

Lectures Spring Semester  2024

[15 May 2024] Turning Anxiety into Motivation: Facing the Unknown, Unleashing Potential
Lecture and Panel Discussion 

Two engineers with interesting career paths, shared their firsthand experiences and offered strategies to address anxiety and nurture personal potential amidst challenges.
🌎in Mandarin Chinese 

Speakers
ZHANG J / Media Director of the North America National Cheng Kung University Alumni Foundation and founder of the 人中人文創有限公司 (Jenzhongjen Creative Culture Company)
HSIEH Min-Tzu / Business Engineer, Xinbang Electronics Automotive Business Division