According to the "2025 Most Favorite College Students by Companies" survey conducted by Global Vision Magazine, STUST delivered an outstanding performance. It not only ranked first among private universities of science and technology in the country on the overall list of companies’ favorite universities but also excelled in the "Financial Industry's Most Favorite College Students" and " Most Favorite Interns by Companies" rankings. This achievement further reinforces STUST’s reputation for excellence in talent cultivation and highlights its leading role in industry-academia collaboration, competition performance, and innovative AI education.

【President Neng-fu Huang has been actively advancing AI education, spearheading STUST’s transformation into a “practical AI university of science and technology.” His vision is to establish Taiwan’s first AI Practical Field – AI Maker, enabling students to gain hands-on AI experience and develop practical AI application skills, equipping them with the expertise needed across various industries.】

STUST has consistently maintained its leading position among private universities of science and technology in Taiwan in the financial industry rankings, reflecting the strength of its business education. This success is largely attributed to the College of Business and Management, which has received AACSB international accreditation—a prestigious recognition achieved by only three universities of science and technology in the country. AACSB accreditation not only enhances the teaching quality of STUST’s College of Business and Management but also expands students' global perspectives, helping them develop into financial professionals with strong international competitiveness.

STUST students have earned praises from companies for their exceptional performance in internships, reinforcing the university’s leadership among private universities of science and technology. This success is rooted in STUST’s pragmatic and hands-on educational philosophy, which emphasizes technical and vocational education while fostering students’ practical skills and professional work ethic. During their internships, STUST students have consistently demonstrated qualities such as diligence, humility, resilience, and a strong willingness to learn, earning widespread recognition and appreciation from companies.

Amid the rapid advancement of AI technology, STUST has proactively transformed itself, positioning itself as a practical AI university of science and technology and committing to the development of AI education. President Neng-fu Huang has emphasized the university’s ambition to establish Taiwan’s first AI Practical Field, where students can learn AI through real-world applications, enhance their AI skills, and become industry-ready AI professionals across various fields.

STUST actively encourages interdisciplinary learning to cultivate innovation-driven professionals. To achieve this, the university has designed 21 cross-disciplinary credit programs, integrating AI tools into general education courses. These programs guide students in collaborative problem-solving across multiple disciplines, leveraging AI technology to tackle real-world challenges. President Neng-fu Huang envisions STUST as a hub for AI Makers with interdisciplinary expertise, positioning the university as a leader in AI-driven industrial innovation.