【Technology leaders gathered at STUST: The 2025 Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum was held at STUST for forward-looking visions and plans for the future.】

Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of the National Tsing Hua University and STUST worked together to held a high-profile forum focusing on Taiwan's future development—the 2025 Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum—at the Niantzi International Conference Hall at STUST on Saturday, April 19, 2025. The forum centered on "sharing new books and development trends in higher education and the high-tech industry," bringing together top figures from industry, government, and academia to discuss how Taiwan's higher education can integrate with the ever-evolving high-tech sector and help chart a blueprint for future technological development.

【“From rural areas to academic halls,” former Tsing Hua University President Wen-cun Chen’s new book reflects on the road to excellence and Taiwan's technological development, offering insights into the rise of Taiwan's high-tech industry.】

One of the highlights of the forum was the special invitation of the highly respected former President of National Tsing Hua University, Honorary Chair Professor Wen-cun Chen, who presented his latest work: The Road to Excellence – From Rural Areas to Academic Halls. Drawing from his extensive academic knowledge and deep industry experience, Professor Chen offered an in-depth analysis of the key stages in the development of Taiwan’s high-tech industry from its origins to its current thriving state. He also discussed future development trends with a forward-looking perspective, offering participants thought-provoking insights.

In addition, the forum featured a specially curated symposium titled "The Vision and Outlook of Taiwan's Information and Communications Technology and Semiconductor Industry." Distinguished guests included President Neng-fu Huang of STUST, Director Sun-yuan Shie of International Affairs at National Cheng Kung University, Director Shi-jie Chang of the Institute of Optics and Electronics at the Industrial Technology Research Institute, and Executive Director Jun-yi Fan of the Information Industry Promotion Association. The symposium was hosted by Zhi-li Wang, Chairman of Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of the National Tsing Hua University. These prominent figures engaged in in-depth discussions on the current status, challenges, and future directions of Taiwan's information and communications technology and semiconductor industries, offering participants first-hand insights into emerging industry trends.

This forum, aimed at building a platform for knowledge exchange and learning, sincerely invited college and graduate students, professors, experts, scholars, and those from all walks of life who were interested in the development of higher education, information and communications technology, the semiconductor industry, and the application of artificial intelligence to actively participate. By interacting with leaders from industry, government, and academia, participants gained a clearer understanding of Taiwan’s latest technological developments and valuable insights into future industry trends and opportunities.

The organizers expressed their sincere gratitude to the sponsors, including Shengdao International Patent and Trademark Office, Zhen Shingfu International Co., Ltd. (Lin Ginkgo International Co., Ltd.), Chiangshin Industrial Co., Ltd., Tokyo Electron Co., Ltd., and Keyang Enterprise Co., Ltd., whose strong supports had made this forum possible. People from all sectors were invited to seize this rare opportunity and register for this distinguished technological event that brings together wisdom and vision.

Forum Information:

Forum Name: 2025 Taiwan Higher Education and High-Tech Industry Trends Forum

Forum Date: April 19, 2025 (Saturday)

Forum Time: 13:00~17:00

Forum Location: Niantzi International Conference Hall, STUST (No. 1, Nantai Street, Yongkang District, Tainan City)

Organizers:

Southern Taiwan Alumni Association of National Tsing Hua University 

Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology

Sponsors:

Shengdao International Patent and Trademark Office

Zhen Shingfu International Co., Ltd. (Lin Yinshing International Co., Ltd.)

Chiangshin Industrial Co., Ltd.

Tokyo Electron Co., Ltd.

Keyang Enterprise Co., Ltd.