Center for Holistic Education

Residential College Activities

2022 1st Semester Residential College Activities

"Orientation for Holistic Residential College Activities, IELTS Exam Coaching, and Course Planning Briefing"

Introduction of the operation mode of the Holistic Education system: Special Emphasis is placed on the introduction of the “full-residential system", which enhances student exchanges among various departments. It is not only interdisciplinary in terms of living and learning, but teachers and the school will also organize various types of full-residential college learning activities (leisure, sports, issue discussions, even movie appreciation, etc.) in the future to help students get to know each other and learn independently. 　[click to read full news]

"When Technology and Art Collides - Generative AI Crash Course"

In 2022, generative AI took the world by storm, with advancements such as Midjourney and DALLE2 for generating images, and the recent popular ChatGPT for conversational AI. These new technologies and trends are essential knowledge for outstanding students of the holistic departments. The field of AI-generated content (AIGC) is flourishing with creativity and potential, and it is reshaping the definition and process of creation.　[click to read full news]

"The role of media in changing world"

For the event, Professor Anna invited journalist Renata Maria Gogol from Poland, to share her stories through a speech. After a brief introduction by the professor, Renata Maria Gogol began her speech. First, she analyzed the impact and positioning of today's media in this globalized society, as well as the transition between traditional and emerging media generations. She also posed many open-ended questions for students to reflect upon.　[click to read full news]

"Wine Tasting in Springtime"

In Western countries, Wine is a beverage that is consumed on a daily basis. Whether it is at a casual meeting, a gathering with friends and family, or even a party, wine can be found at various occasions. In Taiwan, however, where wine culture is gradually taking shape, it still carries the impression of luxury or high prices. In this residential college activity, we invited Professor Fan Ji Qing to share with us the wine varieties suitable for the blooming spring season and picnic meals. During the event, he introduced in a simple and easy-to-understand manner, how to select affordable wines and pair them with everyday meals.　[click to read full news]

"Easter Egg Painting"

Activity Purpose: Easter egg painting is no longer just a religious activity for Christians, but a holiday event that many households participate in or organize annually in Western countries. It is often planned and prepared alongside Easter brunch. This activity is designed to allow students to experience Easter egg painting and brunch culture, two important aspects of this particular Western festivity, before they go abroad for their junior year exchange program.　[click to read full news]

"Badminton Together"

In recent years , Badminton has become a very popular sport due to the outstanding performance of athletes in international competitions, making it a beloved sport for people of all ages. On campus, there are a fair number of badminton courts . However, due to the large number of badminton enthusiasts, it is common to hear complaints about the lack of available courts. In order to allow students from the Department s of Hol istic Education to participate in friendly badminton matches during their free time in t he evening , we organized the "Badminton Together " tournament. [click to read full news]

“Plant” Wants to heal you Horticultural Workshop

This activity is divided into four stages: introduction of the activity purpose, sharing of plant knowledge, practical session, and creative bonsai design. The horticulturist will explain the plant species, growth environment requirements, and care techniques for the plants brought to the venue on the day of the event. After understanding the basic knowledge of plants, students will begin selecting their favorite plants to create their own small bonsai. During the creative process, the horticulturist will guide them on choosing appropriate soil and pots, as well as explaining important considerations for planting. Additionally, students can choose their preferred containers and decorations to create unique bonsai artworks. [click to read full news]