To deepen cooperation in higher education and cutting-edge scientific research between Taiwan and France, President Meng-Ru Shen of National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) led a high-level delegation to Grenoble, France's premier research hub, for an in-depth academic dialogue with Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA). This visit initiated a series of substantive exchanges, establishing an academic ecosystem that spans foundational research, talent cultivation, and knowledge circulation. Through this transnational partnership, both universities aim to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) to advance human health and global well-being.

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.