To help incoming exchange students smoothly adapt to life and study in Taiwan for the Spring 2026 semester, the Office of International Affairs at National Chung Cheng University (CCU) recently held the “2026 Spring Welcome Orientation for Exchange Students.” The event was attended by Vice President for International Affairs Prof. Victoria Rau, Associate Vice President Prof. Yi-Mei Lin, and Director of the Division of International Students Prof. Van-Linh Nguyen. They introduced campus resources and key administrative procedures, assisting students in establishing clear academic and personal plans before the semester began.

In her opening remarks, Vice President Victoria Rau warmly welcomed students from around the world to the CCU family. She acknowledged that adapting to a new environment could be challenging but emphasized that every attempt and breakthrough was an opportunity for growth. Prof. Rau encouraged students to plan their academic and personal lives carefully, make good use of language learning resources and counseling services, and seek assistance whenever needed. She expressed her hope that students would not only gain academic knowledge at CCU but also build cross-cultural friendships and develop a global perspective that would benefit their future careers.

Associate Vice President Yi-Mei Lin encouraged students to fully embrace their time at CCU with openness and curiosity, exploring different learning approaches and cultural experiences. She expressed her delight in welcoming new students from diverse backgrounds, noting that their presence brought valuable perspectives and vitality to the campus. She also encouraged students to participate actively in campus activities and expand their social networks, making their exchange experience both meaningful and memorable.

Director of the Division of International Students Van-Linh Nguyen further advised students to plan their courses carefully according to their credit requirements, choose subjects of genuine interest, and consider enrolling in Chinese language courses to enrich their academic experience. He also encouraged participation in laboratory research, the use of campus sports and library facilities, and weekend travel around Taiwan to broaden horizons. Through these experiences, students were invited to reflect on future possibilities, including pursuing graduate studies at CCU or developing long-term career paths in Taiwan.

The orientation also covered essential topics such as registration procedures, ARC applications, visa extensions, health examinations, tuition and dormitory payments, and the course selection system. Students were reminded to complete all required procedures within the designated timelines. Campus life resources and the Buddy Program were also introduced to support students’ smooth adjustment. Through comprehensive briefings and an interactive Q&A session, the university hoped that exchange students would begin their journeys at CCU with confidence and create enriching and lasting international experiences.