On April 19, 2025, the 2025 Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum, co-organized by the Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of National Tsing Hua University and STUST, successfully concluded at STUST. This forum brought together more than 120 prominent figures from industry, government, and academia. It focused on sharing new publications and development trends in higher education and the high-tech industry, with the aim of jointly planning the future development of Taiwan’s higher education and high-tech sectors.

【The 2025 Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum, co-hosted by the Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of National Tsing Hua University and STUST, was attended by distinguished guests (from left to right): Executive Director Jun-yi Fan of the Industrial Promotion Association, Director Shi-jie Chang of the Institute of Optoelectronics at the Industrial Technology Research Institute, Former President Wen-tsun Chen of Tsing Hua University, International Director Sun-yuan Shie of National Cheng Kung University, President Neng-fu Huang of STUST, Founding President Hong-tu Wang of the Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of National Tsing Hua University, President Hui-ling Chuang of Wenzhou University of Languages and Literature, and President Zhi-li Wang of the University Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of National Tsing Hua University.】

One of the highlights of the forum was the sharing of his autobiography, The Path to Excellence, by Honorary Chair Professor Wen-tsun Chen, who is the former President of National Tsing Hua University. Drawing on his extensive academic and industry experience, Professor Chen analyzed the historical development of Taiwan’s high-tech industry and offered insights into its future. He emphasized the significance of information and communication technology and discussed its contributions to education, internet development, and industry advancement. His remarkable accomplishments earned widespread admiration from the audience. Professor Chen also generously donated the royalties from his book to establish the "Love of Tsing Fund," which will support students.

【Former President of National Tsing Hua University, Honorary Chair Professor Wen-Tsun Chen, was sharing his autobiography, The Path to Excellence, at the 2025 Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum. With his profound academic and industry experience, he analyzed the development history of Taiwan's high-tech industry and looked forward to future trends.】

The afternoon’s special workshop was hosted by Zhi-li Wang, President of the Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of National Tsing Hua University, focusing on “The Vision and Outlook of Taiwan’s Information and Communications Technology and Semiconductor Industries.” President Neng-fu Huang of STUST emphasized the importance of cultivating practical AI talents with the theme "AI Maker – Practical AI Talent Training Platform." He used smart agriculture as an example to demonstrate the framework for AI talent cultivation and actively promoted the establishment of the "Industry-Academic AI Computing Power Alliance." International Dean Sun-yuan Shie of National Cheng Kung University's highlighted R&D, industry-academic collaboration, and international exchange in the emerging information and communications field. He analyzed key trends including 6G, AI, the Internet of Things, quantum communications, and edge computing, sharing the university’s efforts in global cooperation. Director Shi-jie Chang of the Institute of Optoelectronics at the Industrial Technology Research Institute discussed AI-driven innovation in the semiconductor industry and the national AI innovation program. Jun-yi Fan, CEO of the Institute for Information Industry Promotion, addressed challenges in information security and outlined the organization’s role in integrating software and hardware solutions.

【The 2025 Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum, co-organized by the Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of National Tsing Hua University and STUST, brought together more than 120 influential figures from industry, government, and academia to focus on the future development of higher education and high-tech industries, drafting a forward-looking blueprint for Taiwan’s technological progress.】

At the forum, an alumnus of STUST brought with him a book written by President Neng-fu Huang 36 years ago as a gesture of appreciation, expressing his gratitude for the inspiration the book provided in his scientific career. The heartfelt exchange added a warm touch to the event. The forum’s success was made possible by the generous support of companies such as the Sandao International Patent and Trademark Office. This prestigious gathering, fostering deep dialogue among industry, government, and academic leaders, will inject fresh momentum into the advancement of Taiwan’s higher education and high-tech industries.

【Former President of National Tsing Hua University, Honorary Chair Professor Wen-tsun Chen, signed autographs for readers at the forum: Professor Wen-tsun Chen (left) was taking a photo with Chairwoman Su-juan Mo (center) and President Neng-fu Huang of STUST (right). Former President Chen shared his latest autobiography, The Path to Excellence: From Rural Areas to Academic Halls, at the forum. The book not only provides a detailed analysis of Taiwan’s high-tech industry development but also showcases his foresight and contributions as a pioneer in Taiwan’s information and communication technology field and a key driver of the nation’s internet advancement.】

【President Neng-fu Huang (left) of STUST was taking a photo with Yi-cheng Huang, a junior college alumnus of the university, who came to pay a special tribute at the 2025 Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum. The alumnus brought a book written by President Huang during his tenure at Tsinghua University 36 years ago. He expressed that the book’s clear and profound content had significantly influenced his scientific career. His heartfelt gratitude added a touching and humanistic element to this otherwise rigorous scientific forum.】