2024.06.15
National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) held its commencement on the 15th.
National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) in Taiwan held its 2024 commencement on June 15th, celebrating its 5,295 graduates, including the first graduates from the College of Semiconductor Research. The ceremony featured a keynote address by international superstar Brigitte Lin (林青霞), who shared her journey of overcoming self-doubt and finding happiness through continuous learning and embracing personal interests.
President W. John Kao (高為元) to Graduates: Embrace Confidence, Make Bold Choices
President W. John Kao addressed the graduates, reminding them that as they leave the campus, they will face the challenges of living as an independent adult in society, which is not an exam with “correct answers.” He advised graduates to listen to their inner voices when making career choices rather than conforming to societal expectations. “Don't use other people's standards to measure your own worth,” he said.
“So today, allow me to remind you what you have in your toolbox: self-confidence,”Kao said. He noted that the fact that they were all present at commencement means that they already have the brains and the abilities to overcome challenges and make hard decisions. “Believe in yourself and have the courage to take the next step.”
Brigitte Lin: Happiness Comes from Embracing Your Passions
Brigitte Lin recounted the transition from her simple student life to the complexities of the film industry. Despite her rapid rise to fame, she faced significant self-doubt and low self-esteem, feeling disconnected from the happy and confident image others saw in her.
Lin shared how she eventually found true happiness through writing, painting, and actively engaging with the world around her. She realized the joy of learning and the importance of following her passions rather than trying to meet others' expectations. Lin emphasized that pursuing personal interests leads to genuine joy and fulfillment.
“I want to end with a dedication of my love to you,” Lin concluded, wishing the graduates success and encouraging them to spread happiness.
Burn-Jeng Lin (林本堅) Encourages the First Graduates of the Semiconductor Institute
Dean Burn-Jeng Lin shared five principles for success with the first graduates of the College of Semiconductor Research: integrity, innovation, commitment, being a team player, and communication skills. He encouraged them to prioritize meaningful contributions over financial gains.
Top graduate Min Jiang (江敏) praised the prestigious faculty and valuable experiences at the College of Semiconductor Research, which included summer courses at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and collaborations with the Industrial Technology Research Institute. Jiang is set to begin her career at TSMC.
Undergraduate Representatives: “Once Part of Tsing Hua, Always Part of Tsing Hua”
Undergraduate representatives Chen-Yin Ko (柯淳尹) and Hsi-Yu Ho (何習與) reflected on the impact of the pandemic on campus life and the university's diverse and inclusive culture. “These shared memories will always connect us because ‘once part of Tsing Hua, always part of Tsing Hua.'”
Graduate student representative Chuang Chuan (莊荃) urged her peers to persevere and surpass their previous records, drawing inspiration from President Kao's example in the campus marathon.
10 Graduates Receive NTHU's Highest Honor - the Yi-Chi Mei Medal
This year, ten graduates received NTHU's highest honor, the Yi-Chi Mei Medal, for their outstanding achievements. The recipients were Che-Hsi Yang (楊喆希), Po-Han Wang (王柏涵), Yi-Chen Lee (李宜禎), Bing-Yan Tsai (蔡秉言), En-Ming Huang (黃恩明), Yan-Ting Chen (陳彥廷), Chih-Wei Yeh (葉祉葳), Pannaporn Kaewmark (高蘭欣), Jun-Xuan Chen (陳濬萱) and Mao-Hung Hsueh (薛貿鴻).
President W. John Kao (高為元) told the graduates not to measure their own worth by other people's standards.
On June 15, Brigitte Lin (林青霞) delivered a speech at NTHU, sharing her insights on happiness.
On June 15, Brigitte Lin (林青霞) delivered a speech at NTHU, sharing her insights on happiness.
President W. John Kao (高為元) (right) accompanied distinguished guest Brigitte Lin (林青霞) to the graduation ceremony venue.
Graduate student representative Chuang Chuan (莊荃) from the Department of Materials Science Engineering urged her peers to persevere and surpass their previous records.
Chen-Yin Ko (柯淳尹) from the Department of Education and Learning Technology (right), and Hsi-Yu Ho (何習與) from the Interdisciplinary Program of Engineering, delivered remarks on behalf of the undergraduate graduates.
Recipients of NTHU's highest honor, the Yi-Chi Mei Medal: Mao-Hung Hsueh (薛貿鴻) from the Department of Kinesiology, Yan-Ting Chen (陳彥廷) from Power Mechanical Engineering, Chih-Wei Yeh (葉祉葳) from the Department of Special Education, Jun-Xuan Chen (陳濬萱) from the Interdisciplinary Program of Technology and Management, Che-Hsi Yang (楊喆希) from the Department of Educational Psychology and Counseling, Pannaporn Kaewmark (高蘭欣) from the Tsing Hua College International Bachelor Degree Program, Bing-Yan Tsai (蔡秉言) from the Department of Medical Science, Po-Han Wang (王柏涵) from the Department of Electrical Engineering, and En-Ming Huang (黃恩明) from the Department of Computer Science.
President W. John Kao (高為元) accompanied distinguished guest Brigitte Lin (林青霞) to the graduation ceremony. They were warmly welcomed by the students.
NTHU held its graduation ceremony on the 15th. There were 5,295 graduates including undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students.
The first graduates of the College of Semiconductor Research at NTHU happily posed for graduation photos with Dean Burn-Jeng Lin (林本堅) (center).
The first graduates of the College of Semiconductor Research at NTHU happily posed for graduation photos with Dean Burn-Jeng Lin (林本堅).
Many graduates took group photos with faculty, mentors, and family members on the Campus Green.
