NTHU has established long-term and ongoing communication and dialogue with the local governments of the Greater Hsinchu area, as well as with local NGOs and communities. In 2024, there were 10 project teams collaborating with 20 government units, 144 non-government organizations, and 73 schools.

On average, there were 1-2 exchanges or working meetings with these units each week, resulting in more than 650 meetings throughout the year. The close communication and dialogue have also yielded fruitful results for the sustainable development of the Greater Hsinchu area. In December 2024, our school issued the Greater Hsinchu Local Creation Action Declaration, inviting 12 directors from Hsinchu County and City government departments and township leaders to sign.

NTHU promotes student participation in various sustainable affairs through collaboration with local organizations and NGOs, starting from the synergy of the curriculum. In 2024, a total of 5,616 students participated in these activities. Teachers from Tsinghua University also fully leveraged their research abilities to address local sustainability issues. For example: (1) The Institute of Service Science and a team from Tsinghua College introduced "electronic nose" technology into the coffee industry in Guanxi Township, Hsinchu County, establishing a sustainable local coffee production and consumption chain. (2) The teachers from the Department of Art and Design combined glass craft technology with the local glass industry, recycling waste glass as raw material and developing a "glass filter cup" that can replace disposable filter paper, promoting green economic development. (3) A team from the Institute of Analysis and Environmental Science focused on the issues in the Tzongjian River basin, studying water resource sustainability through water quality testing technology. These research and practical results have also further developed into teaching modules. By mid-2024, our school had developed a total of 513 courses that incorporated sustainability issues.

10 project teams established by NTHU

1. REAL+: Sustainable Industry and Culture Support System in Hsinchu—A unique USR project in collaboration with local governments and over 30 civil organizations to support industry and cultural systems in various areas, including the old city and Guanxi Township.
2. S+M+ART: Interdisciplinary STEAM Education in Rural Areas—A budding USR project with Hengshan Township aimed at addressing rural education decline, population aging, and youth migration by developing STEAM maker education.
3. Sustainable Development Education in Coastal Areas—This USR project, in cooperation with schools and community groups in Nanliao and Xiangshan, integrates education and green eco-tourism to promote a circular economy.
4. TNUNAN Opera: Atayal Arts for Medical Knowledge Transmission—A project in Jianshi Township integrating STEAM education with local tribal culture to promote medical knowledge through artistic performances.
5. Water Sustainability in the Toucian River Region—In partnership with local governments, this USR-Hub project conducts watershed investigations and monitoring to promote sustainable water resource management.
6. Building Social Resilience in an Aging Society—This project focuses on intergenerational dialogue, promoting active elder participation in health and sustainability initiatives.
7. Green Tourism Development in Hsinchu—In collaboration with Hsinchu City Government, this project enhances micro-tourism initiatives around Qingcao Lake, highlighting the region’s natural and cultural assets.
8. Grounded Cultural Preservation in Hsinchu—Working with local high schools and university resources, this project fosters cultural sustainability through the development of general education courses and cultural workshops.
9. Ministry of Education’s iLink Project—Supporting the integration of humanities and social science students into local industry networks in Greater Hsinchu, linking local and industrial sectors.
10. Food and Agricultural Education Network—Aiming to establish a comprehensive food and agricultural education support network, this project collaborates with schools to plan and execute educational initiatives, holding over 80 events in 2024.

Tsing Hua College：

The university collaborates with various non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through student engagement, research, and educational development.

Key initiatives include:

• Student volunteering programmes:
• Partnering with environmental and social NGOs to organize community clean-ups, social care, and health promotion activities, fostering civic responsibility among students.
• Research programmes:
• Conducting joint research projects with NGOs on sustainability and climate-related issues, generating local insights and policy recommendations.
• Development of educational resources:
• Co-developing sustainability teaching materials, online courses, and workshops to enhance public and youth awareness of the SDGs.

Office of Global Affairs, OGA：

1. NTHU continues to collaborate with NGOs and international education associations to advance student exchanges, research cooperation, and the development of educational resources in support of the UN SDGs. For example, the university maintains long-term engagement with organizations such as the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education (APAIE) and the European Association for International Education (EAIE), thereby expanding its global cooperation network. NTHU has dedicated to build and strengthen connections with NGOs such as Asia-Pacific Association for International Education (APAIE), and the European Association for International Education (EAIE), and so on to achieve SDGs.
2. In collaboration with the HLH Social Welfare Foundation, Tsinghua University has arranged for international students who are recipients of the "Taiwan Huayu BEST Program" scholarship to serve as English teaching volunteers at elementary schools in rural areas. This initiative aims to enhance rural students’ affinity for the English language through interaction with international students, thereby increasing their motivation to learn.
3. The TIYA (Tsinghua International Youth Ambassadors) program actively responds to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by participating in beach-cleaning services in collaboration with NGOs. Through this initiative, international students are encouraged to engage in volunteer work, deepening their understanding of environmental issues in Taiwan while demonstrating the collective action of cross-cultural youth in protecting marine ecosystems.

Library：

In 2024, a total of 640 duplicate picture books are planned to be donated to the Tsing Hua Network Education Foundation. The foundation will facilitate the redistribution of these books to Indigenous communities, rural schools, and underprivileged groups.

Office of Student Affairs：

In 2024, the NTHU International Volunteer Teams actively collaborated with non-governmental organizations to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The Kenya Team partnered with the Taiwan-Africa International Volunteer Exchange Association to provide information education and establish computer classrooms, benefiting more than 5,500 students.

The Malaysia Team collaborated with the local community organization “Imagine Pekan Nanas” to conduct cultural documentation and community training, fostering cultural preservation and transmission.

The Eswatini Pioneer Team carried out assessments on information education, laying the groundwork for future service projects.

The Indonesia Team integrated Mandarin education with AI technology to develop a digital cultural and historical map, enhancing students’ technological and cultural literacy.

Through education, cultural exchange, and technical support, all teams contributed to positive change in local communities and the realization of the SDGs.

Secretariat：

 student volunteering programmes. National Tsing Hua University encourages its faculty and students to engage in community service. During the summer, students from the School of Life Sciences and the Post-Baccalaureate Program in Medicine participated in medical volunteer services in rural areas. By integrating classroom learning, service activities, and reflective discussions, their work included home visits, guiding the elderly in physical exercise, and other initiatives. These efforts reached underserved regions in Taiwan, providing local residents with preventive medicine education and health promotion services.

College of Technology Management：

(1)

Our institute implemented the 2024 Kaohsiung City Carbon Credit Application and Strategic Guidance Project commissioned by the Environmental Protection Bureau of the Kaohsiung City Government. The project provided consulting and technical assistance to local enterprises in Kaohsiung for carbon credit applications, registration, and quota management, while also offering strategic guidance to municipal departments in formulating net-zero transition strategies.

This initiative aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

SDG 13: Climate Action

SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

(2)

Our institute has also undertaken several research projects commissioned by the Climate Change Administration (CCA) and the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) concerning the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). These include:

Research on Negotiation Progress under the UNFCCC and International Climate Actions – Analysis of Cooperative Approaches under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement (2024), and Project on Promoting Participation in Article 6 International Mitigation Cooperation Mechanisms under the Paris Agreement and Developing Localized Implementation Strategies (2023).

These projects primarily contribute to the following SDGs:

SDG 13: Climate Action

SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

（3）

Associate Professor Yi-Li Lee, together with Chair Professor Galit Shmueli of the Institute of Service Science at National Tsing Hua University, co-teaches the university-wide elective course “Well-Being & Wise Decisions.”

This evidence-based course introduces participants to mindfulness techniques to enhance self-awareness, improve concentration, effectively manage stress, and strengthen decision-making abilities under high-pressure conditions. The course is designed to help students develop diverse strategies for coping with and managing stressful situations, thereby supporting a balanced development of both mind and body.This course is highly relevant to SDG 3 (Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages).

Center for Arts and Culture：

I. Hung Liang Art Museum

By offering opportunities for student participation on campus, students can participate in activities such as museum exhibition setup and curation. Through this involvement, students can apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations, deepening their understanding. Additionally, these courses allow students to engage in community service, understand societal needs, and become more responsible citizens. The experience gained from working in museums also enhances students’ communication, organizational, and collaboration skills, which are beneficial for their future career development.

Center for Teacher Education：

student volunteering programmes

To cultivate future educators with a global perspective, National Tsing Hua University has partnered with the Taiwan Mask Corportaion Charity Foundation to launch the Mask International Teacher Education Program in 2024.

As part of this initiative, 18 students were invited to Ehime University in Japan for a ten-day school visit and classroom observation program.

The journey began on June 17, with visits to Ehime University Elementary School and the Matsuyama City Teacher Training Center. On June 18, participants observed physical education classes and engaged in lesson study discussions.

On June 19, the group visited Tenshi Kindergarten, where they observed early childhood classes, conducted teaching demonstrations, and exchanged ideas with local educators. The following day, June 20, they traveled to Kuma Elementary and Junior High School for teaching demonstrations and in-depth professional discussions.

On June 21, the group visited Misaki High School, where they participated in Integrated Inquiry courses and educational exchanges. On June 24, the delegation made a courtesy visit to the Ainan Town Office and took part in a fish-based food culture class at Jōhen Elementary School. On June 25, they attended a marine science lecture at the Mishō Culture Center and joined another fish-based food education session at Ichihonmatsu Elementary School.

This cross-cultural learning journey provided students with invaluable hands-on experience and educational inspiration.

Through immersive teaching observations and intercultural exchange, they return to Taiwan with broadened perspectives—ready to enrich their future classrooms with diverse learning experiences and make meaningful contributions to the advancement of education in Taiwan.

Office of Alumni Service and Resources Development：

The National Tsing Hua University Alumni Association actively supports student organizations and volunteer teams participating in international service programmes. Through financial grants, the Association enables students to collaborate with local and international NGOs to advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

In 2024, the Alumni Association sponsored several student-led projects:

1. Advanced Rocket Team – NT$100,000 subsidy for participation in an international competition, promoting youth STEM education and global exchange.
2. Kenya International Volunteer Team – NT$50,000 subsidy for volunteer service and education outreach in Kenya (June 29–August 9, 2024).
3. Eswatini International Volunteer Team – NT$50,000 subsidy for education and cultural exchange in Eswatini (August 5–24, 2024).
4. Indonesia International Volunteer Team – NT$50,000 subsidy for community development collaboration in Indonesia (August 19–29, 2024).
5. Malaysia International Volunteer Team – NT$50,000 subsidy for education support projects in Malaysia (July 3–31, 2024).

Through these programmes, NTHU students engage directly with NGOs to promote global citizenship, education, equality, and partnerships for sustainable development, embodying the SDG spirit of collaboration.

College of Arts：

development of educational resources  

To promote the development of arts and culture, Mrs. Wang Shuzhao Hou, founder of the Spring Cultural Foundation, generously donated the Spring at NTHU Arts Education Development Fund, through which the College of Arts launched the Spring at NTHU Program. This program enhances curricula, fosters international exchange and performances, invites world-renowned artists for residencies, and organizes arts festivals, thereby embodying the College’s educational philosophy of “Aesthetic Humanism and Creative Refinement.” The initiative aims to cultivate talents in fine arts, craft design, music performance and theory, as well as interdisciplinary work in technological arts, while integrating aesthetic sensibility and creativity into campus life at NTHU.