Vietnamese Student Association at National Cheng Kung University (VSA-NCKU) has launched the Vietnam Cultural Week 2026 (VCW2026), which starts from April 14, 2026. Centered on Vietnam’s Dong Son culture, VCW2026 features a range of activities, including a photo exhibition, cuisine showcase, interactive exhibition of traditional games, and performances. The event is free of charge, and all are welcome to enjoy the beauty of Vietnamese culture.

On the afternoon of April 14, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) hosted the second session of its “NCKU Meets Nobel | Life Sciences × Sustainability: Insights for the Future” lecture series. The university welcomed Professor Gregg L. Semenza, the 2019 Nobel Laureate in Physiology or Medicine from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, to deliver a keynote address. In his keynote address titled “Life Cycles on Earth: Global and Personal,” Professor Semenza provided a microscopic molecular biology perspective on how oxygen-sensing mechanisms in cells are intrinsically linked to macroscopic global sustainability, prompting faculty and students to reflect on the symbiotic relationship between humanity and the environment.

To promote cross-cultural exchange and demonstrate the depth of campus internationalization, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) hosted the "2026 World Cultural & Food Festival" on its campus on March 28. Organized by the Division of Overseas Students and Scholars Services of the Office of International Affairs, the event featured stalls set up by international students from around the globe. Through hometown delicacies, traditional crafts, and artistic performances, the festival led faculty and students on a rich journey of world cultures.

On April 7, 2026, National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) welcomed a delegation from the University of North Texas (UNT). Led by Dr. Michael McPherson, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the delegation made its first visit to NCKU, accompanied by three team members. Senior representatives from both universities attended the meeting, where discussions focused on key areas including engineering, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, smart manufacturing, and systems integration. Both sides explored opportunities to further strengthen collaboration through dual degree programs, student exchanges, research partnerships, and industry–academia linkages, emphasizing a strategic approach and tangible outcomes. The meeting was conducted in a warm and productive atmosphere, successfully establishing a solid foundation for collaboration and fostering a shared vision for deeper institutional partnership.