[CM NEWS] Celebrating NSYSU's 44th Anniversary: A Heartwarming Series of Events Hosted by the College of Management
A Heartwarming Celebration: A group photo from the "Homecoming Day" event
In celebration of the 44th anniversary of National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU), the College of Management organized a series of vibrant and heartfelt events, bringing together faculty, students, and alumni from various walks of life.
The festivities commenced with the "Charity Walk Around Taiwan: Steps for Donations, A Better World," an initiative spearheaded by alumni from the College’s EMBA program. Now in its third year, the event began with an inspiring address by NSYSU President Chih-Peng Li. Led by EMBA-23 captain Shang-Cian Wu and EMBA-24 executive director Tsai-Hsuan Shih, the determined participants set out from NSYSU, embarking on a counterclockwise journey around Taiwan. Covering approximately 900 kilometers, the trek is scheduled to conclude on December 8. Beyond being a test of physical endurance, the initiative aims to raise substantial funds to support underprivileged communities, while promoting the values of corporate and university social responsibility (CSR and USR).
Participants kick off the "Charity Walk Around Taiwan," braving all weather conditions to raise funds and promote goodwill through this inspiring initiative.
Homecoming Day: Sharing Warm Moments
The annual Homecoming Day served as a warm and welcoming platform for alumni and faculty to reconnect and reflect. The event featured the awarding of scholarships to outstanding students, the 113th Academic Year Outstanding Alumni Awards Ceremony, and the transition of leadership within the College’s Alumni Association. The atmosphere was both celebratory and deeply moving. Dean Shu-Chuan Yeh extended heartfelt congratulations to this year’s Outstanding Alumni, commending their exceptional achievements and contributions in their respective fields.
Outstanding Alumni: Honored and Inspiring
This year, five distinguished alumni were honored with the College’s Outstanding Alumni Award, a testament to their extraordinary accomplishments and lasting societal impact. The honorees were introduced by faculty from their respective departments and formally recognized by Dean Yeh during the ceremony. Family members and colleagues joined in to witness this proud moment. Among the recipients was EMBA alumnus Chi-liang Lee, who also received NSYSU’s 113th Academic Year Outstanding Alumni Awards. Their achievements and exemplary character shine as a source of inspiration for the NSYSU community, demonstrating the profound impact of College of Management graduates on society.
Left: Ho-I Sun (left), recipient of the Outstanding Alumni Award for the 113th Academic Year.
Right: Wei-Che Tsai, Chair of the Department of Finance, accepts the award on behalf of Outstanding Alumni I-Chun Tsai, who was unable to attend. Both awards were presented by Dean Shu-Chuan Yeh.
Mei-Chuan Lin (left) and Tzu-Hsiang Yuan (right), honored as recipients of the 113th Academic Year Outstanding Alumni Awards, for their exceptional achievements and contributions.
Chi-Liang Lee (right), recipient of the 113th Academic Year Outstanding Alumni Award, receives a certificate and trophy from Dean Shu-Chuan Yeh.
A Milestone of Pride: EMBA Ranked Among Global Top 100
Dean Yeh also took the opportunity to highlight the College’s remarkable achievements on the international stage, particularly the EMBA program’s ranking as 87th in the Financial Times 2024 Global Top 100 EMBA Programs. As the only program in Taiwan to achieve this distinction, it underscores the collaborative efforts of alumni, faculty, and students, setting a strong foundation for continued success.
Gratitude for Alumni Support: Scholarships That Transform Lives
The event also recognized the generous contributions of alumni and foundations in supporting scholarships. These include the Chung Chin-Fu Memorial Scholarship, the Ming-Chien Hsieh and Bao-Yu Chen Memorial Scholarship, the YuYu Chin Lu Education Foundation Scholarship (presented by EMBA-17 alumnus and foundation co-founder Hung-Hsi Chang), and the Torchbearer Scholarship (presented by EMBA-11 alumnus Tsung-Hsien Lu). These scholarships empower talented students to focus on their studies and realize their dreams, opening doors to transformative opportunities.
Left: A recipient of the Chung Chin-Fu Memorial Scholarship is awarded by EMBA Executive Director Hao-Chieh Lin (right).
Right: Recipients of the Ming-Chien Hsieh and Bao-Yu Chen Memorial Scholarships join EMBA Executive Director Hao-Chieh Lin (center) for a commemorative photo.
Hung-Hsi Chang, Executive Director and co-founder of the YuYu Chin Lu Education Foundation (left), presents a generous NT$100,000 scholarship. EMBA Executive Director Hao-Chieh Lin expresses gratitude with a certificate of appreciation.
Tsung-Hsien Lu (left) awards a NT$320,000 Torchbearer Scholarship, with EMBA Executive Director Hao-Chieh Lin presenting a certificate of appreciation.
Passing the Torch: A New Alumni Association Team Takes Charge
The celebrations culminated with the leadership transition of the College’s Alumni Association, marking the official commencement of the 21st committee. Outgoing President Lien-Hsing Chen expressed his gratitude to the EMBA-20 team for their dedication and highlighted the camaraderie and vitality they brought to their roles. Under Dean Yeh’s witness, the presidency was passed to Shi-Yin Lin, who expressed her commitment to upholding the tradition of "One Family at NSYSU." Lin vowed to foster innovation and promote active engagement among alumni, ensuring that every member of the College’s extended family feels a sense of connection and support.
This year’s anniversary celebrations not only underscored the enduring bonds within the NSYSU community but also reaffirmed the College of Management’s dedication to excellence, unity, and social impact.
Left: The leadership seal is passed from the 20th Alumni Association President, Lien-Hsing Chen (left), to the 21st President, Shi-Yin Lin (right), under the witness of Dean Shu-Chuan Yeh (center).
Right: A group photo of the 21st College of Management Alumni Association team, poised to lead with enthusiasm and innovation.
(Provided by Office of Alumni Association / Edited by College of Management Media Team)