On September 4, the Division of Study Abroad at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) hosted the Welcome Orientation to officially launch the Fall 2026 academic term, greeting 91 exchange students across university, college, department, and domestic exchange programs as they began their educational journey in Tainan. Joining the event were 30 dedicated local student volunteers from the Campus Linker program, ready to act as peer buddies and offer support as the new arrivals navigate campus life and settle into their new surroundings.

Prof. Shu-Ying Wang from the Division of Study Abroad welcomes all exchange students to NCKU.

Prof. Shu-Ying Wang, Director of the Division of Study Abroad, opened the session with welcoming remarks, encouraging students to engage in campus life, expand their international perspectives, and explore southern Taiwan's rich cultural heritage.

Group photo with all exchange students, speakers, volunteers, and staff members that attend the orientation.

To help students navigate academic requirements and daily life essentials in Tainan, the orientation featured comprehensive briefings on student well-being, campus safety, and administrative procedures:

• Division of Counseling and Wellness Services (NCKU): Mr. Yi-Heng Fang outlined available campus mental health resources and offered valuable advice on navigating cultural adaptation.
• Tourism Bureau of Tainan City Government: Ms. Lin Yi-Hua welcomed students to Tainan with an overview of its historic landmarks and celebrated culinary scene.
• Tainan City Police Department: Lieutenant Colonel Ann Yeh covered safety topics including fraud prevention, personal security, and local traffic safety rules.
• Division of Study Abroad (OIA, NCKU): Coordinators provided administrative guidance on course enrollment, university regulations, and campus facilities.
   

Students having group discussions during the presentation by NCKU Division of Counseling and Wellness Services.

Following the formal sessions, students received refreshments and meal boxes. The atmosphere remained lively as students stayed to enjoy their meals and exchange contact information with Campus Linkers and international peers, building early networks for the semester ahead.

Students chatting together and exchanging contacts after the orientation ends.

Through this comprehensive orientation, NCKU reaffirms its commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment for all incoming exchange students, empowering them to embark on a safe, enriching, and culturally vibrant Fall 2026 semester.