NYCU Marks 5th Anniversary with Opening Ceremony at Bo-Ai Campus, Showcasing Renewal and Future Vision

(中央社訊息服務20260416 14:16:52)National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) officially launched its fifth anniversary celebrations on April 11 with an opening ceremony at its historic Bo-Ai Campus, marking a major milestone that also commemorates the 130th anniversary of National Chiao Tung University and the 51st anniversary of National Yang-Ming University.

Under the theme “Five Years Together, A Legacy of 130”, this year’s ceremony departed from tradition by returning to the university’s original grounds—transforming the event into a symbolic homecoming that connected generations of alumni with the university’s evolving future.

The Bo-Ai Campus holds a foundational place in Taiwan’s technological history. In 1964, it became home to the nation’s first semiconductor research laboratory, followed by the successful production of Taiwan’s first transistor a year later—laying the groundwork for what would become a globally leading semiconductor industry.

“As our founding campus, Bo-Ai is more than a physical space—it is where Taiwan’s first generation of engineers were shaped,” said NYCU President Chi-Hung Lin. “Today, it stands at the threshold of transformation into a new innovation hub for the next generation.”

This transformation is now taking shape through the “Bo-Ai Campus Revitalization Project.” Key milestones include the completion of the renovated ShuTien Building, the ongoing development of the Jumin Hospital, and the phased redevelopment of former student dormitories. Together, these projects aim to reimagine the campus as a “campus-as-innovation-park”—integrating clinical medicine, research, and engineering into a unified ecosystem.

The ceremony brought together distinguished alumni from across decades, including leaders who helped build Taiwan’s technology industry. Returning to the dormitories and spaces where they once lived and studied, many reflected on formative experiences that shaped both their careers and Taiwan’s industrial trajectory.

The event also highlighted the enduring emotional bond between alumni and their alma mater, with attendees traveling from across Taiwan and overseas to take part in the celebration.

A highlight of the ceremony was the screening of a documentary capturing life in the former Bo-Ai dormitories—structures that are now entering a new phase of redevelopment. For many alumni, these dormitories represented not only living spaces, but also the birthplace of ideas, friendships, and hands-on experimentation that defined an era.

As NYCU moves forward, the transformation of these spaces reflects a broader institutional shift—from a traditional academic campus to an interdisciplinary innovation platform that bridges engineering, medicine, and real-world application.

Beyond the opening ceremony, NYCU’s anniversary month features a wide array of activities celebrating both heritage and innovation. A large-scale alumni banquet—featuring 150 tables and bringing together approximately 1,500 alumni and retired faculty members—served as a centerpiece event, offering a rare opportunity for cross-generational exchange and reconnection.

In parallel, the university hosted a Digital Campus Achievements Exhibition, showcasing student projects, research breakthroughs, and interdisciplinary innovations that reflect NYCU’s forward-looking vision in AI, engineering, and biomedical fields.

Additional events include student performances, departmental showcases, international exchange activities, and research exhibitions—highlighting the diversity and vitality of the NYCU community.

Over its 130-year legacy, Chiao Tung University has stood at the forefront of Taiwan’s technological development, while Yang-Ming University has built a strong foundation in medical education and research. Five years after their merger, NYCU continues to deepen the integration of these strengths—positioning itself as a key driver of interdisciplinary innovation in Taiwan and beyond.

As past and future converge at the Bo-Ai Campus, NYCU’s anniversary is not only a celebration of history, but a reaffirmation of its mission: to cultivate talent, advance knowledge, and shape the next era of global innovation.