College of Liberal Arts, NCCU

20260706 Keynote speech: Religious history in a global and material perspective: Catholic mission in Ming Qing China Date | July 6, 2026 (Monday) 14:00-16:00 Location | Room 106, Centennial Building, National Chengchi University Speaker | Ronnie Po-Chia Hsia (Academician, Academia Sinica; Professor, Department of History, Pennsylvania State University) Moderator | Hsiu-Fen Chen (Professor, Department of History and Dean, College of Liberal Arts, National Chengchi University) Topic | Religious History in a Global and Material Perspective: Catholic Mission in Ming and Qing China Organizer | College of Liberal Arts and Department of History, National Chengchi University Sign up: https://reurl.cc/aX2vpQ

Commencement Ceremony 2026 College of Liberal Arts, National Chengchi University The College of Liberal Arts cordially invites all graduating students, faculty, and families to attend the 2025-2026 Academic Year Tassel-Turning (Commencement) Ceremony. Event Information Date: Saturday, May 30, 2026 Venue: College of Liberal Arts Conference Hall (Room 330111), 1st Floor, Bai-nian Building   Schedule & Registration Group Time Registration Link Graduate Students (Master’s & PhD) 09:30 – 11:00 Register Here Undergraduate Students 09:30 – 12:00 Register Here   Detailed Timeline: Graduate Students Undergraduate Students 09:30 – 10:20 | Check-in (Gowning) 10:20 – 10:30 | Line up 10:30 – 10:50 | Ceremony (All Graduate Students) 09:30 – 10:50 | Check-in (Gowning) 10:50 – 11:00 | Line up 11:00 – 11:20 | Ceremony-1 (Department of History & Philosophy) 11:25 – 12:00 | Ceremony-2 (Department of Chinese Literature)   Important Reminders University-Wide Ceremony: Students wishing to attend the main University Commencement Ceremony (afternoon session) must register via the NCCU registration system by May 3 (Sunday). Parent Parking: Free campus parking for one vehicle per graduate is available. Please complete the Online Parking Request before May 25 (Monday). (Application opens on April 7). Guests: Family members and friends are welcome to attend. Please note that seating in the hall is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Official Graduation Website: For more comprehensive details, please visit the NCCU Graduation Website.

Keynote speech Announcement Topic: Gender, Goddesses, and Spirit Writing in Chinese Religions (中國宗教中的女神，扶乩與性別關係) Speaker: Elena Valussi (Loyola University Chicago) Moderator: Chen Hsiu-fen (Dean, College of Liberal Arts), Hsieh Shih-wei (Professor, Graduate Institute of Religious Studies) Date: May 8, 2026 (Friday) Time: 14:00 – 16:00 Venue: Room 330106, Bai-nian Building, NCCU Sign up here: https://reurl.cc/9W6yYj

[College of Liberal Arts] 2026 College of Liberal Arts Outstanding Student Scholarship Now Open for Applications (Deadline: April 17, 2026) To encourage students with outstanding academic performance and excellent conduct, the College of Liberal Arts Outstanding Student Scholarship is generously funded by the "Mr. Chen BaiNian Academic Foundation" and the "National Chengchi University Alumni Huang Hui-Mei Scholarship." 1. Eligible Applicants: Current undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree students enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts. 2. Quota: Approximately 30 students per academic year. 3. Award Amount: Ranging from NT$10,000 to NT$15,000 per student per academic year. 4. Qualifications: Applicants must meet all the following criteria: Current degree student (Undergraduate, Master's, or PhD) in the College of Liberal Arts. Hold a low-income or middle-low-income status, be a child from a family in special circumstances, be experiencing sudden severe family hardship, OR have an annual household income below NT$900,000. Have achieved an average academic grade of 80 or above and a conduct grade of 'A' in the previous academic year. (First-year students may submit their grades from the previous semester). 5. Application Method: Submit the physical application form and all required documents to the College of Liberal Arts Office before 5:00 PM on April 17, 2026. 6. Required Documents: Application Form: Downloadable from the College website. (Note: Must be signed/stamped by the Chair of your department/program before submission). Original Transcripts and Certificate of Enrollment: Official academic and conduct transcripts from the previous academic year, along with a valid certificate of enrollment. (First-year students may provide transcripts from the previous semester). Proof of Financial Hardship / Supporting Materials: Documents can include: Official government-issued certificates (e.g., low-income, middle-low-income, or special circumstance family certificate). Comprehensive income tax data list from the National Taxation Bureau for the entire household from the most recently completed tax year. Full household registration transcript or a copy of the new household certificate. For Overseas Chinese Students: A credible official certificate of financial hardship. 7. Application Deadline: April 17, 2026 (Friday) before 5:00 PM. 8. Submission Location: College of Liberal Arts Office (Room 330217, 2nd Floor, BaiNian Building). Eligible students are highly encouraged to apply!

2026 College of Liberal Arts Subsidy for Students Participating in International Affairs 1. Subsidy Period: Students traveling abroad between January 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026, are eligible to apply. 2. Eligible Applicants: Current undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students of the College of Liberal Arts (Priority is given to master's and doctoral students). Important Notes: Students participating in overseas groups under the College's International Talent Cultivation Program cannot apply for this subsidy. As the funding comes from the Ministry of Education (MOE), students from Mainland China are not eligible to apply. Travel expenses to Mainland China will not be subsidized. Students who have already applied for subsidies from the Office of Research and Development (ORD) will not receive duplicate funding from the College. Eligible students are highly encouraged to prioritize applying for the University's “Global Top 1000 Student Study Scholarship Program” (Deadline: March 6, 2026, Click here for details). 3. Application Deadline: Before 5:00 PM on August 31, 2026 (Monday) Rules: Subsidies are limited to once per year. Applications can be submitted before or after the international event. Timeline: Submissions close on August 31. Applications will be reviewed at the executive meeting in early September, followed by an email notification of the results. Reimbursement: Approved applicants must complete the reimbursement process within 7 days of receiving the notification email or returning to Taiwan. Failure to do so within the time limit will be considered a forfeiture of the subsidy. If you encounter any special circumstances, please contact the coordinator immediately. 4. Required Documents: Application Form: Must be signed or stamped by the Chair/Director of your department/program (See Attachment 1). Letter of Invitation / Acceptance Notification: (Note: For non-presentations, short-term research, or exchange programs—such as acting as a commentator or general attendee—approval will be determined by the review committee). Paper Abstract: If attending a non-academic conference, please submit a research plan instead. Funding Application Records: An explanation of any internal/external funding applications, or a copy of the notification letter of subsidy results. Other Supporting Documents: E.g., Full text of the paper, related publications, or proof of foreign language proficiency. 5. Subsidy Limits by Region (Maximum NT$): Mainland China East Asia West Asia, Australia America Europe, Africa 12,000 20,000 32,000 40,000 44,000 ※ Online Conferences: Students presenting at online conferences may apply for a “Registration Fee” subsidy. During reimbursement, a screenshot proving the applicant's attendance at the conference must be provided. 6. Submission and Contact: Please submit your physical application documents before the deadline to: Contact Person: Ms. Jasmine Tam (譚小姐) Office Extension: 62359 Email: jastamcm@nccu.edu.tw

Dear Students, Spring greetings from the College of Liberal Arts.   Are you a freshman adjusting to campus life, or a senior/graduate student feeling the pressure of exams and your dissertation? Whether you're experiencing homesickness, personal hurdles, or general anxiety, you don't have to face it alone. We invite all students—local, international, and exchange—to come and share your thoughts. There are no limits on topics: talk to us about life, relationships, academics, or your future. Through open conversation and listening, we hope to offer you comfort, clarity, and a safe space to soothe your mind and soul.   ♥ Personal Sessions Session Availability: This semester, sessions are open for booking on Tuesday noons and Wednesday afternoons. Each session lasts for 50 minutes and is reserved for one person only. (Please note: A successful booking is subject to the confirmation email sent by the College.) Booking Limit: Each person may only book one session per month initially. Scheduling: If multiple people book the same timeslot, arrangements will be prioritized based on the system's timestamp. Contact: If you have any questions, please email: la@nccu.edu.tw March 2026 Sessions Registration: https://reurl.cc/AbxvWp April 2026 Sessions Registration: https://reurl.cc/VmKbk5 May 2026 Sessions Registration: https://reurl.cc/6bWzgZ     ♥ Dean's Time — Meet our Dean To promote communication between faculty and students, Dean Hsiu-Fen Chen and Associate Dean Chiao-Min Lin invite students of the College of Liberal Arts to chat about matters big and small. Whether you have suggestions, confusions, or concerns regarding courses, campus resources, or student life, you are highly encouraged to voice your thoughts. Event Registration: https://reurl.cc/R2d269   The College of Liberal Arts sincerely invites you to join us! Warm Regards, NCCU College of Liberal Arts