Brief Introduction on FCU Short Term Programs

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1 Brief Introduction on FCU Short Term Programs Dr. Pei Liu, Dean Office of International Affairs Feng Chia University 1 FCU short term programs Language Exchange Programs International Volunteer Programs International study tours Cross-Strait Creativity Camp Summer United University International summer/winter camps World Exploration program FCU International Summer School 2

2 Language Exchange Programs To encourage students currently studying foreign languages to learn and practice that language on site Students in Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Spanish programs were organized to join summer/winter camp in partner universities Selected Chinese major students were sent to partner universities to be TAs in Chinese classes or instructors in summer camp, and learn foreign languages & culture at the same time as well 3 International Volunteer Programs Organize student volunteers to foreign countries to perform various community services during summer break Six teams went to rural areas of Mongolia, Thailand, Malaysia, and China last summer 4

3 International Study Tours Some of our departments organize international study tours (IST) during summer break to enhance teaching quality with in-situ observation Generally 2 weeks with 3 credit hours University and students share the cost Dept. of Architecture organize IST to SuZhou every year to study traditional Chinese building and garden forms We are trying to push every dept. to do the same 5 Cross-Strait Creativity Camp During July 21-25, 2014, the 2 nd Cross-Strait Creativity Camp (C 3 ) was held in Feng Chia University C 3 is organized by TongJi Univ., Hong Kong Polytechnic Univ., Shih Hsin Univ., & Feng Chia Univ. Total 80 students (20 from each member) attended C 3. They were mixed and regrouped into 10 teams. Lectures related to creativity, innovation & entrepreneurship were given. Meanwhile, students have 52 hours of working time to create a feasible entrepreneurship proposal The 3 rd C 3 will be held at HKPU on July 23-31,

4 Ice Breaking 7 Activities 8

5 Presentations 9 Happy Memories 10

6 Summer United University During July 6-16, 2014, the 1 st Summer United Univ. (SUU) was held in TongJi Univ., Shanghai SUU is organized by TongJi Univ., Hong Kong Polytechnic Univ., Shih Hsin Univ., & Feng Chia Univ. Each member univ. offered one 3 credit hour General Education course (lectures & field trips) Students could select any course they wish to take. All credits are mutually honored by all member univ. Approx. 400 students attended (including 150 FCU students) The 2 nd SUU will be held at FCU on July 12-22, TongJi University Courses Offerred Architecture Environment & Urban Culture Hong Kong Polytechnic University Everyday Ergonomics Shih Hsin University Communication Skills Feng Chia University Blue Planet, Green Life 12

7 13 Outbound Exchange Students Per Person Fall, 2012 Spring, 2013 Fall, 2013 Spring, 2014 Fall, 2014 Spring, 2015 China (221) International Area (323) 14

8 Degree-seeking Overseas Students 15 Observations Students love to attend if the following criteria are met Interesting city/place Short term Good price With credits Good experience on short term courses will encourage students to go further on student exchange or even dual degree programs 16

9 International summer/winter camps We organize various international summer/winter camps to encourage our students to explore the world 26 students attended winter camp offered by University of Manitoba, Canada More than 20 camps this coming summer 17 World Exploration Program Provide short term overseas experiencing opportunity to students without overseas experience or with low learning achievement Mainland China/ Hong Kong /Macau were excluded Two girls can go together, yet boys can only go alone Students submit their proposals describing where to go and what they want to experience there Roundtrip tickets & part of living expense were awarded to selected students Total 542 students registered, 46 of them have already fulfill their dreams Experience sharing and a colorful report are required 18

10 Posters for World Exploration Programs Info Meetings for World Exploration Programs

11 FCU International Summer School Launched in 2011 to solve the problem of exchange student imbalance between FCU and international partners provided one theme for a period of three weeks, all attendants were students from partner univ. with tuition waiver 2012 program started recruiting FCU local students 2014 developed into three themes and four weeks, including one 2 day & 1 night cultural trip 2014 started recruiting Mainland China students 2014 recruited non-partner students and paid tuition 2014 FCU students can join for free based on vacancy 22

12 TAIWANESE CULTURE Themes Through lectures & field trips, students learn the history, life styles, religions, architectures, traditional & modern arts, and foods in Taiwan. BRAND & INNOVATION This interactive program focuses on introducing the types of business models and innovation development in Taiwan. GREEN ENERGY This program provides an introduction of biohydrogen energy, microbial fuel cell, PEM fuel cell, solar cell technologies which are assessed to be the most practical potential technology 23 Course Description 3 credit hours 24 day Period (July 7 31, 2014) Expenses: (FCU students for Free) Tuition: US$200 or NT$6,000 Chinese language & arts: US$100 or NT$3,000 Accommodation: US$170 or NT$5,000 (4 persons/room) Course Arrangement Lectures in the morning Various activities in the afternoon 24

13 Lectures 25 On Spot Challenge. Mandarin Course Umm Less sugar, Less ice. 26

14 Taiji or Kong Fu Panda 27 Rice Dough Figure 28

15 Chinese Knotting 29 Chinese Calligraphy & Printing 30

16 Taiwanese Tea Culture 31 Field Trips 32

17 Field Trips 33 Final Presentations 34

18 From Beginning till the End 35 FCU Intl Summer School Attendance intl local

19 2015 FCU International Summer School Theme TAIWANESE CULTURE BRAND & INNOVATION GREEN LIFE Lectures Introductions of Taiwan s History and Culture Religions, Folklore Beliefs and Temples in Taiwan Field Study Lukang Chinese Calligraphy and Painting Taiwanese Tea Culture Cultural Creativity in Taiwan Traditional Theatrical Arts in Taiwan Cinema and Social Culture in Taiwan Political and Economic Development in Taiwan Ecosystems in Taiwan An Expatriate in Taiwan Introductions of Taiwan s History and Culture Convenient Stores in Taiwan Field Study: Da-You Agricultural community Agriculture Innovation in Taiwan The Road to Build Brand for SMEs Brand Development Strategy Brand Innovation Field Study: E-MAKE CO., LTD (subject to change) Field Study: DYACO International INC. Field Study: China Airlines Field Study: Franz Collection Inc. Reflective thinking of Field Study Note: Field study schedule may be subject to change. Introductions of Taiwan s History and Culture Introduction of Action, Synergy Renewable Energy & Green Life Introduction to Biohydrogen Technology, Visiting Pilot Plant of Bio-H2 Gas Station and Lab Tour at Green Energy Development Center, Feng Chia University Synergy Operation and Practice of Biohydrogen, Solar, Wind and Hydro Prowers Introduction to Microbial Fuel Cell and Operational Practice (I, II) Introduction to PEM Fuel Cell, Solar Cell and Operational Practice (I, II) Strategy Management of LED Industry in Taiwan Tour for Green Energy Technologies and Visit Taichung Science Park Language Chinese Art Field Trip Survival Chinese (18 hrs) Taiji and Qigong ( 3hrs) Chinese Knotting ( 2hrs) Rice Dough Figure ( 2hrs) Taichung City Bus Adventure Optional Tour Cou Tribe Homeyaya: Taiwanese Aboriginal Harvest Festival Tour 2 days 1 night (July 30-31) Tour of Taiwanese Tea: Visit Tea Garden / Experience Tea Production Process / Tea Drinking 2 D, 1 N (07/30-31) 37 We believe Global learning experience is important for students to be Competitive We cultivate Global vision through various study abroad & short term global learning programs We work together 38

20 逢 甲 大 學 是 一 所 教 學 卓 越 研 究 重 點 突 破 之 亞 太 地 區 知 名 大 學 Thanks for your listening 敬 請 指 教 39