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尼加拉瓜大使靜宜大學行程

2009-04-30T01:45:00.000-07:00

98年4月30日靜宜大學國際事務室舉辦之「靜宜大學2009海外留遊學暨國際夥伴教育展」，邀請尼加拉瓜大使達比亞蒞臨剪綵，學生參與熱絡，大使的中文致詞博得學生的喝采。

本校俞明德校長與其他一級主管與同仁一同接待大使的蒞臨，深感大使平易近人、和藹可親的風度。大使並同意本校系文系蔡淑惠主任之邀請，將於今年再度來訪。

達比雅大使演講的題目為: Experience as an International Student，活動在國際會議廳舉辦，座無虛席，參加的學生人數超過200人。大使以英文敘述個人留學經驗，並且現場與學生以中文、英文、西文以及日文問答交流，其互動模式的與多語並行的演講深獲學生喜愛。

國際外賓來訪

2009-03-26T01:44:00.000-07:00

98年3月26日接待美國姐妹校Azusa Pacific University語言與文化中心主任Ms. Sue Clark (Director of the American Language and Culture Institute) 及Ms. Mary Grams來訪。

1. 安排與8位學生會談，進行語言能力測驗並介紹該校環境與課程。
2. 參觀校園以及洽談兩校交換學生等合作事項。

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國際外賓來訪

2009-03-25T01:44:00.000-07:00

98年3月25日接待新加坡Queensfield Business School, Mr. Alson Boo來訪，討論兩校學術合作之可能性。

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國際外賓來訪

2009-03-24T01:43:00.000-07:00

98年3月24日接待生態學系邀訪之國際學者Glen S. Aikenhead，介紹本校國際交流現況並參觀圖書館。

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國際外賓來訪

2009-03-20T01:36:00.000-07:00

98年3月11日英國姐妹校Northumbria University亞洲辦事處負責人David Caine及設計學院(School of Design)國際部主任Douglas G.. M. MacLennan來訪，目前本校已有1名學生在該校研修雙聯學制課程，因此洽談的重點著重於如何推廣並延續兩校3+1雙聯學制。

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2009-03-19T01:39:00.000-07:00

98年3月19日接待美國姐妹校Felician College國際事務主任Ms. Cristiana Kunyczka (Director of International Programs)與Ms. Molly Young來訪。

1. 安排與6位學生會談，介紹該校環境及語言課程。
2. 參觀校園以及洽談兩校交換學生等合作事項。

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國際外賓來訪

2009-03-19T01:25:00.000-07:00

98年3月10日接待英國Westminster University國際教育中心(International Education Office) Jayne Black, International Marketing Officer，介紹本校校園環境並且洽談兩校交換學生、雙聯學制等合作事宜。

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Guests from FHS St. Gallen - University of Applied Sciences (Switzerland)

2009-03-06T19:53:00.000-08:00

Professor Thomas Metzger, Dean of Undergraduate Programs, and Professor Sibylle Minder Hochreutener, Department of Business Administration of FHS St. Gallen - University of Applied Sciences ，遠從瑞士蒞臨靜宜大學參觀訪談。

此行的目的是要延伸我們去年姐妹校簽約之後的合作方案做更深入的探討。整天行程，相談甚歡，最大的收穫為簽訂 Exchange Agreement。於明年春天，將有瑞士交換生來靜宜大學學習，我們也將派靜宜大學學生去 FHS St. Gallen - University of Applied Sciences 大學做短期交換。

靜宜大學參訪行程：
1. 於主顧樓會見教務長林俊權先生、國際事務室主任林昌榮先生、及國際事務室同仁互相介紹，了解彼此學校位置、系所等相關事宜。
2. 參觀圖書館及藝術中心。
3. 參觀思高學苑。
4. 和林主任學生互相交流。

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Group Study Exchange (GSE) 參訪團蒞臨靜宜大學

2009-03-03T17:38:00.000-08:00

由 GSE Team Leader，Egidijus Buika 帶領的六位丹麥團員 (Danish Team Members) 和立陶宛團員 (Lithuanian Team Members) , 於3月3日蒞臨靜宜大學參觀訪談 , 並談論團體研修交換計劃 , 該團成員來台參訪一個月，當天由台中扶輪社成員陪同拜訪靜宜大學，並由本校扶輪社社員應化系王飛龍教授、國企系王友民教授、及國際事務室主任林昌榮接待，整個參訪行程，讓外賓感覺賓至如歸，收穫良多。

參訪行程內容：
1. 主顧樓貴賓室相見歡，播放 DVD 靜宜大學簡介及來賓介紹。
2. 參觀圖書館、藝術中心、宗輔室。
3. 於"我在咖啡館" 一同享用午餐。
4. 賦歸

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交換生說明會

2009-02-12T04:46:00.000-08:00

Welcome Party for Exchange Students on February 12th, 2009!
國際事務室於97年2月12日星期五舉辦交換學生歡迎會!

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交換學生歡送會

2009-01-12T19:44:00.000-08:00

Farewell Party for International Students on January 9th, 2009!
國際事務室於97年1月9日星期五舉辦交換學生歡送會!

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2008-12-21T19:58:00.000-08:00

97年12月15日接待美國密西西比州立大學國際事務室主任 Michael Johansson, Director, Office of International Programs, University of Mississippi ，洽談未來合作的計畫。

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彰化鹿港知性之旅

2008-11-29T23:33:00.000-08:00

97年11月29日辦理靜宜大學彰化鹿港知性之旅，帶領30位外國學生參觀彰化大佛、民俗文物館及鹿港老街，行程中以英文解說台灣廟宇的民間故事並融入民俗文物館的古代文物，漫步在鹿港老街，欣賞富有古色古香的建築，融合所有的資訊讓外國學生想像傳統的文化，行程中順道讓學生們品嘗台灣獨有的豆花及肉包，玩得不亦樂乎。

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期中進補聚餐

2008-11-27T23:20:00.000-08:00

97年11月27日帶領80位外國學生參與本校運動校慶活動，活動中讓本籍師生更認識外國學生外，並辦理期中進補聚餐。

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Santiago Alias Study Abroad Programme

2008-11-24T23:30:00.000-08:00

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97年全國僑輔甜甜圈工作人員研習會

2008-11-22T23:34:00.000-08:00

僑委會為落實推動僑生輔導工作與經驗，21日至22日兩天舉行97年全國僑輔甜甜圈工作人員研習會活動，副委員長許振榮出席始業式勉勵來自全國103所學校僑輔主管及老師共109人。國際事務室也派人參加。

系級國際事務會議

2008-11-19T00:11:00.000-08:00

97年11月19日辦理之 [ 系級國際事務會議 ] , 邀請各系所代表與會。目的在協助第一線同仁在處理國際事務或者面對外籍學生時，能夠更了解相關的法規、資源及所需注意的事項；並希望透過這樣的會議，建立與各系所之間的溝通管道。

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體驗台灣文化之旅 Experiencing Taiwan Culture Trips

2008-11-08T23:25:00.000-08:00

One Day Trip to Miao Li

97年11月8日舉辦苗栗客家文化體驗之旅 , 帶領35位外國學生體驗 [小城故事] 知性之旅 , 參訪了台灣名勝古蹟 , 如龍騰斷橋、隧道探險及勝興火車站景點，讓學生們在幽靜的山莊品嚐道地的客家風味餐及體會京劇臉譜的藝術，享受苗栗山野自然之美。

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97年度中央有關單位聯合訪視僑生會議活動（中區 )

2008-11-06T17:03:00.000-08:00

本校承辦教育部「97年度中央有關單位聯合訪視僑生會議活動（中區）」， 97年11月4日(星期二) 於本校舉行，敬邀中部地區20所學校僑輔人員及僑生參加!

教育部僑教會每年舉辦僑生訪視會議活動 , 主旨是為了解回國就學僑生之生活與學習狀況，並轉達政府關懷僑生之美意，教育部特會同中央相關部會訪問各校僑生，中區場次由本校承辦。

97年度中央有關單位聯合訪視僑生會議活動（中區）實施計畫

一、依　　據：教育部僑民教育委員會年度活動
二、活動目的：為瞭解回國就學之僑生於各校生活、學習及課業現況，並轉達政府各項關懷僑生之政策與美意，特會同中央相關部會與各校僑生代表舉行座談，解答相關疑惑，並舉辦教育參訪促進僑生情感交流，聯絡師生情誼，以增加相互間之聯繫。
三、主辦單位：教育部僑民教育委員會
四、承辦單位：靜宜大學
五、活動日期：97年11月4日（星期二）
六、活動地點：靜宜大學、台中港、梧棲漁港
七、參加人員：約計200人　
　（一）教育部暨中央相關單位長官，約40人。　　
　（二）中區各大學校院僑輔老師及僑生代表，約160人。
八、活動設計：
　（一）中央相關單位業務報告　　
　（二）各校僑輔工作報告　　
　（三）綜合座談　
　（四）體驗台中海港氣息以及享受海上航行的樂趣

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文化之旅

2008-11-01T22:43:00.000-07:00

97年11月1日帶領35位外國學生參加青輔會所舉辦之國際青年旅遊計畫 Tour Body 日月潭饗宴之旅，另有40位華語文中心外國學生共同體驗中台之美。旅程中並安排參觀台灣製紙廠－廣興紙寮，讓同學了解製紙的過程及體驗做紙扇的樂趣。

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ACCUCA 學生心得

2008-10-20T22:38:00.000-07:00

ACUCA心得一 ( Lanping Shih )

此次活動為亞洲天主教大學聯合學生會議，地點在菲律賓馬尼拉的Ateneo大學。除了地主國菲律賓之外，還有六個亞洲地區參加這次的學生會議，分別是香港、台灣、日本、韓國、泰國、印尼。這次的活動主要是以學生為主角，活動設計與規劃幾乎是Ateneo學生自治會承辦，包括小組的帶隊人員也都是Ateneo自願的學生。整個行程活動不僅僅有精彩的演講之外，還有七個國家地區學生的紋化交流，包括學術上以及實質的表演上都讓我們見識到其他國家地區的特色。

其實，出發去菲律賓之前，對於菲律賓的刻板印象是不太好的。總是一直覺得菲律賓是個比台灣貧窮落後的國家，還有對他們的英文總是很嫌棄，也一直覺得他們講英文的腔調很奇怪。但是，自從我們去了這次的學生會議之後，除了靜宜我們兩個之外，還有我們其他九個從台灣地區其他大學派的代表都完完全全對於菲律賓和菲律賓學生的印象大大改觀！這幾天下來，我們所遇到的菲律賓學生其實都跟我們想像中的不一樣。由於他們被西班牙統治過百年，所以他們對於西班牙文有深厚的基礎，之後獨立後，是以英文為主要官方語言，再加上由於地理位置與經濟關係，菲律賓擁有不少的華裔商人及移民，因此，在菲律賓西班牙文、英文、甚至華文都佔有一息之地。就已我們去的Ateneo大學來說，它是以華裔及西班牙裔的學生為主，學校的管理相當嚴格，全校區皆有圍籬，在各個出入口都有警衛，進出入校園都需要檢查學生証。也因為這些背景，這次學生自治會足以擔起承辦這次活動的重責大任。

這次活動除了全程用英文以外，還有一些學生會用流利的中文溝通，甚至這次的活動義工中，還有主修日文的學生，所以Ateneo大學可以說是一個極盡多元文化的學習環境！

ACUCA心得二 ( E`mi‧Lo`sing )

感謝上帝給了我ㄧ個很大的畢業禮物。本身不太瀏覽國際事務資訊的我，因對自己的英文能力非常沒有信心，連打開信件的動力都沒有，暑假在高雄實習的辛苦日子裡，於晚上休息時間好奇打開的公告前往菲律賓的訊息，看著看著…就注意到「費用為學校支付」的字句，讓我好不容易從沒信心轉為試試看。一步一步的帶領我敢說這是神給我的機會，不只一次的口試讓我ㄧ度失去信心，就在正式被通知率取的時候，我向神感謝，因為我知道我英文沒有很強。開學的時候與一同前往菲律賓的學姊見面，出國前的事前工作可說是不容易，報告撰寫、表演的彩排….不敢說有多精緻，但我們確實有付出，當然也清楚看見成果。越接近出國的日子越害怕、擔心，不知道前面的路將會發生什麼考驗；不知道前面的路會出現什麼困難，媽媽帶著我向上帝禱告，最後我將多餘的心情交給了祂，帶著輕鬆的心情踏上難得可貴的旅程。

第一天從各地來的學生陸續集合，外向的我很快跟大家打成一片，透過小隊輔的校園導覽，讓我開始對教會學校開啟不一樣的心情，受到環境、文化甚至是治安的影響，這間學校的校安可說是門禁森嚴，層層關卡的校園是我最有映象的地方，貧富的差距讓當地人也會擔心被傷害。其次讓我印象深刻的地方是學生社團辦公室；一整棟的學生社團大樓不景外觀突出、內部設計可以感受到這間學校對學生社團的支持度，也許是因為我待過學生會，對學生社團的環境特別敏感，當然自然產生出比較的心態，期許台灣的學校能對學生社團發展出不一樣的心態。

在台灣的學校常見一種畫面，倘若一位學生在課堂上很自然的發言或發問，換來的周圍回應是異樣眼光注視，再菲律賓的第二天較為正式，一整天的學生會議讓我見識到期待已久的學習環境，從小被父親用西化教育的我，讓我覺得發問或發言事件再自然不過的事情，但有次被「不一樣」對待之後，我開始對台灣教育產生恐懼及失望；在菲律賓的學生讓我很輕鬆、很自然，上台發言的時候我不緊張也不害怕被看，即便我使用的是英文，自然的心情給了我ㄧ個很大的鼓勵和肯定。我很喜歡這四天的學習，讓我認識了很多很棒的朋友，日本…泰國…菲律賓…好多好多很直得交心的人，謝謝國際事務室的老師、謝謝藍萍學姐對報告的用心、謝謝台灣區的朋友、謝謝上帝。

北台灣文化研習營

2008-10-11T00:03:00.000-07:00

97年10月10-11日 [ 北台灣文化研習營 ] : 帶領40為國際學生體驗北台灣之美，路線安排九份及宜蘭的傳統藝術中心，讓學生們品嘗台灣古早味的美食、感受台灣傳統藝術品、建築物及其他台灣古玩。

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Learning Partners

2008-09-30T21:52:00.000-07:00

We would like to welcome you to join our big family. The greatest news is that we offer each international, overseas, and exchange student a learning partner ( local Chinese student ). Learning partner is to have a Taiwanese friend who can share learning experience, assist you to get used to the new life in Taiwan , improve your Chinese comprehension, and learn more Taiwanese Culture. You will make a lot of Taiwanese friends through learning partners. Please do not hesitate to register this excellent program.

學習夥伴 , 觸動人心!歡迎加入靜宜大學這個大家庭。告訴大家一個好消息，國際事務室招募友誼大使給每位外籍生/僑生/交換學生一位學習夥伴 (本籍學生)，學習夥伴就像天使一樣協助你/妳適應台灣新環境，增進語言能力，和學習台灣文化。透過友誼大使，你/妳將結交更多的台灣朋友，請不要猶豫的加入我們的行列!

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2008台中美食嘉年華

2008-09-27T22:24:00.000-07:00

2008台中美食嘉年華於9月27日(星期六)在美術綠園道浪漫登場，台中市政府舉辦第三屆「台中美食嘉年華」，今年結合美術綠園道的異國風情，邀請台中市知名的異國料理餐廳到現場展售，配合知名藝人櫻桃幫、夢幻肚皮舞及花式調酒秀等精彩節目，讓現場的民眾嘴巴、眼睛停不下來。國際事務室人員帶領 34 位交換學生 . 外籍生和僑生共襄盛舉!

more pictures:
http://picasaweb.google.com/puoiaevents/2008TaichungFoodFestival

僑外生迎新會

2008-09-25T23:57:00.000-07:00

97年9月25日辦理僑生、外籍生及外籍交換生迎新會：邀請本校校長到場致詞歡迎新進之僑外生並勉勵所有外國學生奮發向上，約有100多位學生參與。

more photos:
http://picasaweb.google.com/puoiaevents/2008WelcomeInternationalFreshmenReception#

Event of August

2008-08-29T22:32:00.000-07:00

August 18 – 27 The Office of International Affairs held short term summer program for Anhui University during August 18 to 27. There are 3 teachers and 17 students who have participated in the event. The program includes interchanging with students of Providence University, visiting Anhui University’s partner universities, and cultural trip. Their visit includes the following universities: Feng Chia University, Tunghai University, National Taiwan University of Arts, and National Taiwan University. During the cultural trip, the group has been experiencing the Hakka cultural, the glamorous Sun Moon Lake, delicious food and traditional culture in Tainan, and metropolitan life in Taipei. The teachers and students harvest with joy from the whole program. The students have developed a solid friendship. Furthermore, the partnership between two universities grows stronger.

more pictures:
http://picasaweb.google.com/puoiaevents/AnHuiUniversity

Event of July

2008-07-31T18:14:00.000-07:00

97年7月24-31日辦理國際文化交流夏令營，共有7位師生參與此活動。安排華語文課程及台灣文化交流學程，其與本校學生的語言及文化交流，豐富靜宜大學的國際文化交流經驗，拓展其國際視野，提昇校園國際化。其中2名學生表示有意願至靜宜大學以交換學生來學習更多學術及文化交流。菲律賓的聖伊莎貝爾大學校方代表也將更加推動並鼓勵當地學生來靜宜大學研修。

The Office of International Affairs held the short term program for Universidad de Sta. Isabel, Philippines during July 24 to 31, 2008. There were 7 Philippines teachers and students in this great event. The program included Chinese course and culture exchange. The purpose is to fulfill internationalization and execute international perspective of Providence University. The two students in the program would like to be exchange students in the near future. Moreover, 5 teachers from the Universidad de Sta. Isabel will encourage local students to study in the Providence University after they went back to their country.

more pictures: http://picasaweb.google.com/puoiaevents/ShortTermProgramForUniversidadDeStaIsabelPhilippines

Event of June

2008-06-13T03:36:00.000-07:00

The Second Visit of a Delegation from the Unviersity of New England

Dr. Jacque Carter, Dr. David Ward, Mr. Alan Liebrecht, Ms. Mei Jung "Joanne" Liebrecht-Huang, and Ms. Trisha Mason of the University of New England, visited Taiwain and initiated talks with President Matthew Min-Teh Yu and Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein to sign up MOU with Providence University on June 11, 2008 (Wednesday)

Pictures from left to right: Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Ms. Trisha Mason, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Jacque Carter, Dr. Davide Ward, and Mr. Alan Liebrecht.

Event of May, 2008

2008-05-29T00:11:00.000-07:00

Dr. Dennis C. Golden of Fontbonne University, USA and the Director of International Student Affairs, Rebecca Grant Bahan, visited Taiwain and initiated talks with President Matthew Min-Teh Yu and Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein to sign up MOU with Providence University on May 26, 2008.

Pictures from left to right: Dr. Dennis C. Golden, President Matthew Min-Teh Yu, Rebecca Grant Bahan, and Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein.

Event of May, 2008

2008-05-09T01:38:00.000-07:00

Pictures of MOE Study Abroad Seminar and International Partner Fair

教育部留遊學宣導研習會和姐妹校博覽會

Event of April, 2008

2008-04-02T02:10:00.000-07:00

Guest: Sister Miriam Jasen, Director of International Programs
School: College of Notre Dame of Maryland
Time: March 27-28/2008

Sister Miriam Jasen had a pleasant gathering dinner with students who studied at the College of Notre Dame of Maryland last summer. The next day she had meetings with students, Dr. Baker, and staff of the Office of International Affairs for summer program at the College of Notre Dame of Maryland. She had campus tour of Providence University and took some photos for incoming students.

Events of March, 2008

2008-03-15T11:57:00.000-07:00

On March 6, 2008, Providence University hosted a reception dinner for representatives from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Indiana, U.S.A.
　

Front row: Pictured from left to right: Dr. David Behrs, President of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Most Rev. Bishop Yu-Jung (Joseph) Wang, President Matthew Min Teh Yu.Back row: Pictured from left to right: Dr. Lucia Hwei Lin Chuang, Dr. John Kwok Ping Tse, Sr. Editha Ben, Sr. Regina Wallace, Sr. Celeste Tsai, Dr. Christine Bahr, VP for Academic Affairs of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Dr. /Sr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Fr. Ramon F. Santacana, Ms. Lynn Hughes, Executive Director of College Relations of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.　

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On March 7, 2008, Providence University received Dr. David Behrs, President of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Dr. Christine Bahr, VP for Academic Affairs, and Ms. Lynn Hughes, Executive Director of College Relations to discuss the initiation of a dual degree program.　

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Roger Chiun C. Wang, Dr. /Sr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr. David Behrs, Dr. Christine Bahr, Ms. Lynn Hughes.

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On March 7, the Office of International Affairs hosted a reception for students from Providence University to meet with representatives from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.

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On March 12, 2008, the Office of International Affairs received Mr. John Hartwright, NBS Head of Recruitment and Admissions, and Mr. David Caine, Head of International Developments South East Asia, from Northumbria University, UK to discuss exchange programs.

Pictured from left to right: Mr. John Hartwright, Dr. /Sr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, and Mr. David Caine.

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On March 13, 2008, the Office of International Affairs received Ms. Liz Roberson from Westminster University, U.K. to discuss possible cooperation between Providence University and Westminster University. Ms. Liz Roberson gave a presentation to students who were interested in studying in the U.K.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. /Sr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Ms. Liz Roberson, and Ms. Stella Tsai.

Events of February, 2008

2008-02-26T10:46:00.000-08:00

On Feb. 26, 2008, the Office of International Affairs hosted a reception dinner for Dr. Vincent Didiek Wiet Aryanto, Vice Rector for External Cooperation and Development, and exchange students from Soegijapranata Catholic University, Indonesia.

Pictured from right to left: Dr. Aryanto, Willy Ariyanto, Andhini Simeon, Tri Mey Diandono, Metta Kusumaningsih, Lianawati Pujo Subroto, Carrie Yang.

On Feb. 27, 2008, the Office of International Affairs received Dr. Vincent Didiek Wiet Aryanto, Vice Rector for External Cooperation and Development from Soegijapranata Catholic University, to discuss details of exchange programs.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Dr. Vincent Didiek Wiet Aryanto, Dr. / Sr. Anne Therese Falkenstein

Events of January, 2008

2008-01-10T11:43:00.000-08:00

On Jan. 10, 2008, Providence University received eight guests who were invited by Department of Ecology. Department of Ecology held an international forum titled “The influence of culture and place on indigenous children’s learning” on Jan 6-7, 2008.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Chiung-Fen Yen, Dr. Kuo-Chen Yang, Vice president Shann-Tzong Jiang, Dr. Joanna Kidman from University of Waikato in New Zealand, Dr. Kauaanuhea Lenchanko and Dr. Margaret Maaka from University of Hawaii at Manoa, Dr. Juliann Benson from University of New Hampshire in USA, Dr. David Zandvliet from Simon Farser University in Canada, Dr. Eleanor Abrams from University of New Hampshire in USA, Dr. Celia A. Evans from Paul Smiths College, Dr. Michael Middleton from University of New Hampshire in USA, and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein.

Events of December, 2007

2007-12-22T02:26:00.000-08:00

The Office of International Affairs collaborated with the Chinese Language Education Center (CLEC) holding a Christmas dinner for all students from the CLEC, international degree-seeking, overseas Chinese, and exchange students on December 21, 2007.

Overseas Chinese students participated in the dinner.Front row pictured from left to right: Chung Ka I and Loh Kah Yee.Back row pictured from left to right:Leong Ka Lai, Theresa Mau Wei Hsia, and Lai Ka Pou.

International degree-seeking students from Paraguay performed a Latin dance at the dinner. Pictured from left to right: Alexander Osmar Ramirez Bazan, Norma Isabel Acuna Martinez, Linda Lee, Maria Vicenta Ortigoza Ramirez, and Veronica Taboada Benitez.

One of the international degree-seeking students, Michal Shanabel from Israel, performed an Israeli folk song.

An exchange student, Xavier Ara Mancebo from Spain, and one of the CLEC students, Gunawan from Indonesia, performed a Chinese song at the dinner.

The Office of International Affairs held one day cultural trip to Miaoli for international degree-seeking, overseas Chinese, and exchange students on Dec. 22, 2007.

group picture

Events of November, 2007

2007-11-17T19:42:00.000-08:00

Providence University hosted the Asian University Presidents' Forum 2007 from November 14-16. The Office of International Affairs collaborated with other offices to make this event a success.

The reception dinner at Windsor Hotel on November 13.

More than 180 participants from Asian countries attended this Forum.

President Matthew Min Teh Yu was the host of the Forum and welcomed all the distinguished guests.

Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Director of the Office of International Affairs at Providence University, was the M.C.

Guest of Honor: Dr. Mu Lin Lu, Political Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Education.

Dr. Jin Wu delivered the keynote address.

Group picture.

An excellent Taiwanese cultural performance took place during the dinner on November 14.

The Office of International Affairs team in charge of the Forum is pictured above.
From left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Ms. Carrie Yang, Ms. Cathy Pan, and Ms. Linda Lee.

Events of October, 2007

2007-10-30T21:10:00.000-07:00

The Office of International Affairs held a meeting on Oct. 4, 2007 to introduce academic exchange and study abroad programs . Students who came back from partner universities were invited to share their experiences with the participants during the meeting.

Pictured from left to right: Ryan Chuang, studied at The University of Montana, USA in 2006-2007, Yu Zeng Dai, studied at Victoria University of Technology, Australia in spring 2007, and Hong Bin Lin, studied at The University of Utah, USA in 2006-2007.

More than one hundred students participated in this meeting.

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On Oct. 15, 2007, the Office of International Affairs received Mr. Alain Young, Head of International Partnerships from University of Cumbria, to discuss details of a 3+1 degree program .

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, and Mr. Alain Young

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Jia-Sheng Lee, Chairperson of the Department of Business Administration, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Mr. Alain Young, and Dr. Chiun C. Roger Wang.

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On Oct. 25, 2007, the Office of International Affairs held a second meeting to promote academic exchange and other study abroad programs. Students who came back from exchange partners were invited to share their experience with the participants during the meeting.

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Kelly Chiu, Elena Tsai, studied at Universidad Santo Tomas, Chile in 2006-2007, Amber Kuo, Cecelia Chen and Jing Chang Yu, studied at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in spring 2007

Events of August, 2007

2007-08-30T21:55:00.000-07:00

The Office of International Affairs hosted a Preparatory Meeting for students who are going abroad in summer on August 6, 2007.

Ms. Kelly Chiu gave an introduction to the situation students might encounter upon arrival regarding housing and course selection, and then together with Ms. Gina Chen, a travel agent, explained the flight information for the students.

Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein encouraged students to enjoy studying abroad by presenting her own experiences.

Ms. Carrie Yang explained how to be well-prepared before going abroad.

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On July 18, 2007, the Office of International Affairs held a preparatory meeting for the “Anhui Culture Summer Camp” which is hosted by HeFei University of Technology, China on August 10-17.

Pictured from left to right: Po Chien Chen, Lan, Jia Mei, Hui Lan Li, Pao Pin Wu, Yen Hsien Chen, and Jian Siou chun
Back row: Tian Rong Huang, Yu Chia Chang, and Hsin Yun Wang
　

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The Office of International Affairs recommended two students Li Hao Chen and Cecilia Chen to participate in the ASEACCU Student Camp on August 23-26, 2007.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Li Hao Chen, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, and Cecilia Chen.

Students made friends and exchange their culture experiences with others.

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The Office of International Affairs held “A Month of Learning English and Fun in Philippines” at Ateneo De Manila University in August, 2007. There were 7 students participated in the program.

Photo taken in front of the Gym. Pictured from left to right: Miranda, Jean, Ms. Linda Lee (staff of OIA), Sandy, Rachel, Paul, Rita, and Amy.
　

Photo taken at Ateneo De Manila University with two local students (Glory and Ivy) who were exchange students during first semester of 95 academic year at Providence University.

Pictured from right to left: Rachel, Sandy, Glory, Amy, Miranda, Ivy, Rita, Jean, and Paul.
Photo taken in the classroom with Assistant to the Academic Vice President for International Programs Mr. Glenn F. De Leon at Ateneo De Manila University. Pictured from left to right: Mr. De Leon, Linda, Rachel, Sandy, Amy, Miranda, Rita, Jean, and Paul.

Events of July, 2007

2007-07-09T01:23:00.000-07:00

Providence University and College of Notre Dame of Maryland, U.S.A. held a "P.U.N.D for Cultural Understanding and Peace" program from July 9-23, 2007.
Fifteen students participated in the program.

Campus of College of Notre Dame

A trip to Washington, D.C.

Tubing on the Gunpowder River.

A baseball game at Camden Yards to see the Baltimore Orioles played the Chicago White Sox.

Students fell very sad at the farewell dinner party since they had a wonderful time for this summer program and didn't want to say good-bye.

It was the best time of my life ever during my two weeks' stay in College of Notre Dame. I have learned English for a long time and this experience ensured my passion to English. America is a country with excellent living environment and full of surprise. I will definitely visit it again in the future. (Sarah Jiang, Department of English Language, Literature and Linguistics)

What I have experienced in the States was people are very polite, kind and always trying to help me. I have learnt some conversation and idioms in English. However, it would be much better if I have known some basic conversation before I went so that I knew how to reply when people said "Excuse me" ! This is a great program but was too short. I wish I could go back again. (Vicky Chang, Department of Youth and Child Welfare)

It was always my dream to participate a short term program abroad and my dream finally came true especially it happened in the States where I wouldn't even dare to dream of. This trip was short yet I have learned a lot. Moreover, I made lots of friends. It was just like yesterday whenever I recall this exciting memory. (Katie Chen, Department of International Business)

Events of June, 2007

2007-06-08T01:57:00.000-07:00

On June 8-9, 2007, Providence University collaborated with Taiwan Finance Association and other six universities around Central Taiwan to hold the
2007 Annual Conference of Taiwan Finance Association. Dr. Edward J. Kane from Boston College was invited as a keynote speaker.

Events of May, 2007

2007-05-02T02:03:00.000-07:00

Providence University welcomed Dr. Maurer, Dean of Business,
and Ms. Rebecca Grant Bahan, Director of the Office of International Affairs from Fontbonne University, U.S.A. on May 2, 2007.

Pictured from left to right: Professor Jack Liu, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Dr. Linda D. Maurer, J.D., C.P.A., President Mathew Min Teh Yu,
Ms. Rebecca Grant Bahan, and Dr. Jyh-Jeng Wu,

Dr. Jyh-Jeng Wu, Chairperson of the Department of Business Administration at Providence University presented a copy of the University's business program to Dr. Maurer.

Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein guided a campus tour for the guests

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The Office of International Affairs held “Providence University The 1st Annual Chou Tofu Contest" for overseas Chinese, International, and Taiwanese students on May 16, 2007. All contestants got a Chou Tofu T-shirt and winners were rewarded with gift certificates

All contestants put on the shirt and tried their best to win.

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The Office of International Affairs received Dr. Eleanor D. Abrams from University of New Hampshire, U.S.A on May 18, 2007. Dr. Abrams was invited by Dr. Iris Yen of the Department of Ecology as a visiting professor at Providence University.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein,
Dr. Eleanor D. Abrams, and Dr. Iris Yen,

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The Office of International Affairs held “Providence University Karaoke Contest” for overseas Chinese and international students on May 21, 2007. Students learned Mandarin songs and present a great performance.

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The Office of International Affairs received Dr. Mazharul Haque from The University of Southern Mississippi on May 19, 2007. Dr. Haque was invited by Dr. Jessie Chen of the Mass Communication Department and gave a talk at Providence University.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Jessie Chen, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein,
Dr. Mazharul Haque, and Ms. Jia-Chi Chang.

Front row pictured from left to right: President Mathew Min Teh Yu,
Dr. Roy Crawford, and Ms. Mu Lan, Manager of International Center, Waikato University.
Back row pictures from left to right: Dr. Jyh-Jeng Wu,
Dr. Yung-Ho Chang, Dr. Iris Yen, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein,
and Dr. Lin Sun

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Mathew Min Teh Yu,
Dr. Roy Crawford, and Ms. Mu Lan, Manager of International Center, Waikato University

Bilateral meeting at the Ministry of Education

Pictured from left to right: Minister Cheng Sheng Tu and Dr. Roy Crawford,

Events of April, 2007

2007-04-01T02:30:00.000-07:00

The Office of International Affairs held a cultural trip for overseas Chinese, international degree-seeking and international exchange students on March 31-April 1, 2007.

Lion Head Mountain, a mountain in MiaoLi with a lot of temples.

Mochi, a rice snack which is a Hakka delicacy.

One of the tea house at Bei-Pu Hakka Village

Students learned how to make Hakka tea in the tea house.

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On April 2, 2007, the Office of International Affairs received Dr. Helena Dodziuk from Poland who was invited by Dr. Xiao-Dao Lin of the Applied Chemistry Department. She will teach in the department as a visiting professor.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein,
Dr. Helena Dodziuk, and Dr. Xiao-Dao Lin.

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Providence University received Dr. Ed Weymes, Associate Dean of Waikato Management School at the University of Waikato, New Zealand on April 23, 2007.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Yu Sheng Hong, Dr. Jyh-Jeng Wu, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Mathew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Ed Weymes, Dr. Chen-Fong Wu, Dr. Lin Sun, and Dr. Phoency Lai.

Pictured from left to right: President Mathew Min Teh Yu, and Dr. Ed Weymes,

Dr. Ed Weymes gave a power point presentation about the University of Waikato.

Events of March, 2007

2007-03-01T22:21:00.000-08:00

On March 9,2007, President Bienvenido F. Nebres, S.J. and Academic Vice President , Dr. Antonette Palma-Angeles from Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines visited Providence University and discussed the importance of international service learning programs.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Bienvenido F. Nebres, S.J., President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Antonette Palma-Angeles, and Fr.Yao Wen (Martin) Su.

President Bienvenido F. Nebres, S.J. received a Providence University and Ateneo de Manila University T-shirt from President Matthew Min Teh Yu

Luking Library

Art Center

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The Office of International Affairs hosted a welcome party for international exchange students on March 30, 2007.

Front row pictured from left to right: Rei Tanaka, Haruka Yashiro, Haruka Azuma, Azumi Tanaka, Yukiko Saito, Ran Shinuchi, Emi Onaga, and Kanako Yoshidome
Second row pictured from left to right: Yi Zu Huang, Yi Ting Liu, Providence University students, Shiho Iwatsu, Miyuki Matsushi, Ayaka Miyazawa, Kaori Uda, Yoshiko Kuriyama, Fumi Oikawa, Yuka Masuda and Ms. Kelly Chiu
Back row pictured from left to right: Chris Huang, work student of the Office of International Affairs, Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Director of the Office of International Affairs, Yousuke Ushio, Kaori Orita, Tomoko Noguchi, Midori Enokizono, and Yuko Masaki.

Events of February, 2007

2007-02-01T22:26:00.000-08:00

The Office of International Affairs hosted a luncheon for Overseas Chinese students on February 7, 2007 to pre-celebrate Lunar Chinese New Year.

Pictured from left to right: Jose Xie, Andrew Ku, Jana Wu, Cai-Ling Chiu, Ms. Linda Lee, Ms. Carrie Yang, and Wen-Zheng Lee.

Events of January, 2007

2007-01-01T22:31:00.000-08:00

The Office of International Affairs hosted a farewell party for international exchange students on January 9, 2007.

Back row from left: Yuki Tamaki, Glory de Leon, Rie Shinkoda, Desiree Clarrisse Aranzaso, Ivy Joy Guntan, Eri Fukai and Michiko Yukimatsu
Front row from left: Yayoi Oyama, Nozomi Yamamoto and Haruka Ushirogata

Exchange students, except Eri, are going back home after the semester is over. They waved goodbye to the Shalu Town.

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Rev. Fr. Gianfranco Ghirlanda and Fr. Mario Farrugia were invited by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to visit Taiwan and delivere a speech at Providence University. The Office of International Affairs was pleased to host the two distinguished guests on January 12, 2007.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Fr. Mario Farrugia, Rev. Fr. Gianfranco Ghirlanda, and Mr.Hong-Chi Zheng

Rev. Fr. Gianfranco Ghirlanda delivered a speech entitled: The Human Being as Basis of the Legal System

Members of Providence University, other universities and parishes attended the speech.

Rev. Fr. Gianfranco Ghirlanda received a gift from President Matthew Min Teh Yu

Rev. Fr. Gianfranco Ghirlanda was delighted to receive an Asian statue of Mary.

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Twelve Providence University students participated in The ProvSei Japanese Language and Culture Program at Seisen University, Japan from January 21 – February 3, 2007.

Campus Tour

Campus Tour

Seisen University invited two artists to present the art of Ka Dou to students

Seisen University invited two artists to present the art of Ka Dou to students

Below are some of the exciting places students visited while in Japan.

Asa Kusa

Meiji Jingu

To Cho, City Government Building in Tokyo

Tokyo National Musem

Front row pictured from left to right: Ms. Chihiro Sueki, assistant of International Center, Seisen University, Hsin-Tien Chang, Hui-Hua Chan, Li Rei-Yun, Chiau-Ting Jian, Cong-Ling Fang, Ying-Ying Lee, Misa Kamezaki, work student of International Center, and Dr. Mikiko Aikyo, Associate Professor of Dept. of Studies on Global Citizenship
Second row pictured from left to right: Ms. Ja Fan Jiang, Providence exchange student studying at Seisen during 2006-2007, Ms. Yumei Higato, teaching assistant of the program, Ms. Akiko Endo, Director of International Center, Dr. Haruko Okano, President of Seisen University, Ms. Kelly Chiu, Hui-Min Tsai, and Li-Yin Yeh.
Back row picture from left to right: Chia-Chih Tsai, Shu-Fan Lin, Tai-Ning Liao and Hsin-Heng Chen

A view of Fuji Mountain taken from the plane back to Taiwan.

Events of December, 2006

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On Dec.4,2006, Dr. Roland Verhe from the Organic Chemistry Department of Universiteit Gent, Belgium was invited by College of Science to give a talk to graduate students on Dec.4, 2006.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Roland Verhe, Mrs. Verhe, Ms. Kelly Chiu, Dr. Yung-Ho Chang, Dr. Su-Zhen Tsai.

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Vicky Lo and Peggy Hsu shared their experiences on December 5, 2006 of studying abroad at SMWC and gave advice to the group of 8 students who are going to study at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College on the second semester.

Front row pictured from left to right: Peggy Hsu, Amber Kuo, Bami Wang and Ms. Kelly Chiu
Second row pictured from left to right:: Rania Yang, Joyce Chang, Jing Chang, Iris Chen, Amy Lu, Cecilia Chen, Vicky Lo

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Providence University received Dr. Jun Xing, Vice President for Programs of the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia on Dec.15, 2006. Among items discussed at the meeting was the importance of service learning programs.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Mathew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Jun Xing, , and Chaplain Jack Lee.

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Mr. Thein Aung, Country Representative of Global Family for Love and Peace and part time consultant of Development and Non-formal Education for UNICEF, and writer Mr. Shi-Ying Zhe were invited by the Service Learning Center to speak to students about youth ambassadorships on Dec.19,2006.

Front row pictured from left to right: Ms. Shing-Yi Lin, Mr. Shi-Ying Zhe, and Mr. Thein Aung.
Back row pictured from left to right: Ms.Qi-Hua Yang, Mr. Kai-Zhan Wang, Ms. Cui-Han Lai, and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein,

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The Office of International Affairs assisted the Department of Ecology with the welcoming of Dr. Joel J. Mintzes from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington who gave a talk on Dec.29,2006 and was a visiting professor of Providence University in 2004. Mrs. Mintzes taught in the Department of English Language, Literature and Linguistics at Providence in 2004.v

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Kuoh-Cheng Yang, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Dr. Joel J. Mintzes, Dr. Susan Mintzes, , and Dr. Chiung-Fen Yen.

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The Office of International Affairs held a luncheon for Taiwan Scholarship recipients at Providence University which was funded by Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Dec.29, 2006.

Front row pictured from left to right: Ms. Norma Isabel Acuña Martinez,
Back row pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Ms. Carrie Yang, Alexander Osmar Ramirez Bazán, Ms. Linda Lee.n

Events of November, 2006

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The Office of International Affairs was pleased to receive an award on Nov.2, 2006 from the Mainland Affairs Council for outstanding performance in hosting cross-straits activities.

Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Director of the Office of International Affairs received the award from Mr. Jaushieh Joseph Wu, Chairperson of Mainland Affairs Council.

The medal

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Congratulations to the Spanish Language and Literature Department for inviting
Rector Olman Segura from Universidad Nacional, Costa Rica for a conference. Rector Segura and President Yu signed an exchange agreement on Nov.22, 2006.

Rector Olman Segura and President Mathew Min Teh Yu signed an exchange agreement.

Pictured from left to right: Rector Olman Segura, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Albino Chacón Gutiérrez, Rector Olman Segura, President Mathew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Luisa Suh-Ching Li, chairperson of Department of Spanish Language and Literature, and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Director of the Office of International Affairs

Events of October, 2006

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Congratulations to the Sisters of Providence from St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, USA on the occassion of the Canonization of their foundress,
Saint Mother Theodore Guerin.

His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI presided at the Canonization liturgy.

Thousands of people from around the world gathered at St. Peter's Square to take part in the Canonization on October 15, 2006.

The Taiwan delegation were treated to lunch at the Embassy of the Republic of China to the Vatican, Holy See.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Chou Seng Tou, ambassador of the Republic of China to the Vatican, Holy See, Mrs. Tou, Dr. Hui-Ling Zhuang and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Sisters of Providence and Missionary Sisters of Providence are seen here with Dr. Chou Seng Tou.

S. Paula Damiano,S.P.,Ms. Li-Ping Chang, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein,S.P., Fr. Martin Su, Mr. Wei-Yue Chang.

The pilgrims from Taiwan paused for a moment of prayer before being treated to authentic Italian pizza.

Two days after the Canonization a special audience with Pope Benedict XVI was held at Vatican City, Rome.
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Providence University coordinated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the reception of Julio Garrett Aillon, President of Andina Simon Bolivar University, and Jorge Julio Garret Kent from Oct.23-31. Dr. Aillon and President Yu signed an exchange agreement on Oct.25, 2006.

Pictured from left to right: Mr. Jorge Julio Garret Kent, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Mathew Min Teh Yu, President Julio Garrett Aillon, and Dr. Luisa Suh-Ching Li, chairperson of Department Spanish Language and Literature

Pictured from left to right: President Mathew Min Teh Yu, and President Julio Garrett Aillon

Pictured from left to right: José Ramos, María Sánchez, Dr. John Kwock-Ping Tse, Dr. Luisa Suh-Ching Li, President Mathew Min Teh Yu, President Julio Garrett Aillon, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Mr. Jorge Julio Garret Kent.
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The Office of International Affairs held an exciting exchange partner fair on Oct.30-31, 2006. Schools from Japan, Philippines, Spanish and the United States promoted their programs and encouraged students to study abroad.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Noriko Saneyoshi, Ms. Carrie Yang, S. Editha Ben, Dr. Virgina C. Reyes-Sapin, S.Miriam Jansen, President Mathew Min Teh Yu, Mr. Yuji Murata, Mr. Ichikawa Akira, Dr. Mikiko Aikyo and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein.

Pictured from left to right:
Mr. Ichikawa Akira, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right:
Mr. Yuji Murata, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right:
Dr. Noriko Saneyoshi, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right:
Dr. Mikiko Aikyo, and
President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right: S.Editha Ben, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right: S.Miriam Jansen, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right:
Dr. Virgina C. Reyes-Sapin, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

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Kansai University, Japan

Students inquired about studying at Kansai University.

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Kanda University, Japan

Mr. Yuji Murata at Kanda University of International Studies from Japan gave a speech.

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Seisen University, Japan

Professor Noriko Saneyoshi and Professor Mikiko Aikyo talked to students at booth and gave a power point presentation introducing Seisen University in Japan.

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College of Norte Dame of Maryland, USA

S.Miriam Jansen from the College of Norte Dame of Maryland also gave power point presentations to introduce students to the College of Notre Dame.

Rita Chen was very happy to win a Notre Dame College bear from S.Miriam Jansen during the fair.

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Saint-Mary-of-the-Woods College, USA

Students who returned from Saint-Mary-of-Woods College for a summer program shared their experiences with others.

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University de Sta. Isabel, Philippines

Students inquired information about University de Sta. Isabel in the Philippines with Dr. Virgina C. Reyes-Sapin.
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Universidad de Valladolid, Spain

Exchange students who returned from Universidad de Valladolid shared their experiences with others.

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Culture Exchanges

Exchange students from Japan demonstrated how to make delicious Japanese rice balls.

International students from Korea introduced their culture and dressed in traditional Korean clothes.

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Providence University invited Dr. Thomas C. Schelling, 2005 Nobel Laureate in Economics to give a talk entitled: An Astonishing Sixty Years on Oct.31, 2006

Pictured from left to right: Mrs. Schelling, and Dr. Thomas C. Schelling

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Hwei-Lin Chuang, Mrs. Schelling, Dr. Thomas C. Schelling, and President Mathew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Ling Sun, S.Miriam Jansen, Dr. Noriko Saneyoshi, and Dr. Hsueh-Shan Chang

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Kwock-Ping John Tse, Dr. Chiun Chuan Roger Wang, Dr. Virgina C. Reyes-Sapin, and Mr. Yuji Murata

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Fang-Chi Tseng, and Dr. Jian Hong Zhang

Events of September, 2006

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A total of five exchange students from Philippines and Japan will study at Providence University during the fall semester of 2006.

Ivy Guntan

Desiree Aranzaso

Glory de Leon

Yuki Tamaki

Dai Yamaura

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Welcome international students. We are glad that you are here!

Staff members and work students of the Office of International Affairs welcomed international students and assisted them with their enrollment and course selection.

Sabrina Corinus from France enrolled as a graduate student at Providence University.

Pictured from left to right: Keiran Earl, and Pei-Ling Chiu

Pictured from left to right: Hyunjung Yi, Yu-Zhen Li, Tatum Bullock, and Jennifer Lynne Wells.

Students enjoy making friends and sharing about each others cultures.

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Pictured from left to right : Chairperson Fang-Chi Tseng, Professor Ya-Yun Tsai, and Professor Kikuchi Noriyuki of Providence University's Department of Japanese Language and Literature, Ms. Tokiwa Tomoko, and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Director of the Office of International Affairs

Exchange students from Japan met with students from Shirayuri and shared their experiences of staying in Taiwan.

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The Office of International Affairs held a welcome dinner party for international, overseas Chinese, and exchange students on Sep. 22, 2006

Students enjoyed a meal and chatting.

Each student introduced themselves.

Providence University welcomes people from around the world.

NEWS OF July, 2006

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Providence University welcomed 22 faculty and students from Anhui University, China, one of our exchange partners for a ten days summer program from July 31 to Aug. 9, 2006.

Students from Anhui University and Providence University had great experiences in culture exchange and extra curriculum activities

NEWS OF July, 2006

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Sixteen Providence University students participated in the American English and Culture Program at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) from July 8 to 23, 2006

Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein welcomed students to SMWC and introduced the campus to students.

Providence University students played softball with students from Indiana State University.

Providence University students played softball with students from Indiana State University.

Br. Barry Donahue gave the group a tour introducing the history of Sisters of Providence.

Ms. Mary Helen Clayton, Director of International Student Services at SMWC, invited the group to visit her home where students rode horses and had a BBQ.

Mr. John Lotz led a tour through Guerin Hall at SMWC.

Students visited Baffalo Wild Wings in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Students prepared and gave presentations in English

Twister

Archery Lesson

Trip at Turkey Run State Park

Canoe outing at Turkey Run State Park

Happy ending: saying goodbye to SMWC before departure

Front Row pictured from left to right Chris Huang, Pearl Huang, Melody Ho, Elaine Li, Ms. Kelly Chiu, Allison Ouellet, Terry Yu

Second Row pictured from left to right Iris Chen, Cecilia Chen, Teresa Shih

Back Row pictured from left to right Tina Chao, Freya Hu, Molly Liu, Nancy Chang, Alison Lin, Emily Wu, Mr. John Lotz, Clayton Shieh

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Providence University received two faculty from Obirin University, Japan on July 29, 2006

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Kelly Chiu, Akihiro Gotoh, Vice Director of Admissions Center,Professor Chang, Ping, and Dr. Tseng, Fang-Chi

NEWS OF May, 2006

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On May 04, 2006, Providence University received Dr. John Styles, Dean of the Linton Global College, Hannam University, Korea to discuss possible cooperation between Providence University and Hannam University.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. John Styles, and President Mattttthew Min Teh Yu

Pictured from left to right: Dr. John Styles,

and Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P.,

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Dr. Patricia Golemon, a Fulbright Scholar from the University of Huston, Texas graced our campus this year and the Office of International Affairs was pleased to assist her with occasional needs.

Golemon, and Professor Teresa Hsai on May 8, 2006

Pictured from left to right: E-chou Wu, and Dr. Patricia Golemon

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Linda Lee, Mr. Carlos Huang, Ms. Teresa Hsai, and Dr. Chun-Lin Lo

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On May 11, 2006, Dr. K.B. Oh from La Trobe University (Australia) visited Providence University to discuss details of becoming exchange partners on dual degree.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., and Dr. K.B. Oh

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Glady Lu, and Dr. K.B. Oh

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On May 19, 2006, the Chinese Language Education Center held a Mandarin Chinese Speech Contest and a lot of students had great performance at the contest

Dr. John Kwock-Ping Tse, Dean of College of Foreign Languages and Literature (pictured on the left), and Ms. Teresa Hsai, Director of Chinese Language Education Center, (pictured second from the left) rewarded the winners

Participant : Nozomi Yamamoto

Participant : Linda Cornelia Maio

Participant : David Costalos

NEWS OF April, 2006

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From March 31-April 1, 2006, the Office of International Affairs held a cultural trip for overseas Chinese and international students to a famous attraction in Taiwan, Ali Mountain.

The group visited Long-Yin Temple and learned more about Taiwanese culture.

Pictured from left to right: Siu-Li Wu, Fu-Xiong Huang, Alena Tsai, Jessie Chen, Yi-Chen Wu, Jian-Zhong Chen, Ling-ling Hong, Andres Gu (in the back), Li-Fen Shu, Ru-Bing Wang

Students enjoyed famous lunch boxes at Fen-Chi Lake.
Pictured from left to right: Ran Takenouchi, Yayoi Oyama, Haruka Ushirogata, Michiko Yukimatsu, Nozomi Yamamoto, Noelle Richard, and Du-ri Choi

The famous Two Sisters Pool can be seen behind the students in this picture
and is a legend of Ali Mountain

Front row pictured from left to right: Li-Fen Shu, Yi-Chen Wu, and Guang-Xiong Pei,
Middle row pictured from left to right: Ru-Bin Wang, and Jien-Zhong Chen
Back row pictured from left to right: Fu-Xiong Huang, Ling-ling Hong, and Andrew Gu

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On March29-April 4, 2006, Faculty of Providence University and students of EMBA program paid a visit to Mainland China for academic exchange

Secretary General, Director of Office of International Affairs, Dean of College of Management, Chairperson of EMBA program, Chairperson of International Business and students from EMBA program of Providence University visited Soochow University on April 2, 2006

Pictured from left to right: Secretary General of Providence University, Jia-Hong Deng and Associate Dean of School of Management, Fudan University, Qianyu Chen

Pictured from left to right: President of Fudan University, Sheng-Hong Wang, and Secretary General of Providence University, Jia-Hong Deng

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Yao-Zeng Chao (Chairperson of MBA program of Soochow University), Dr. Ming-Zhang Huang, Dr. Jia-Hong Deng Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., and Dr. Jie-Qiu Wan (Dean Professor of Soochow University)

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Generalate Officer, S. Paula Damiano, of the Sisters of Providence of St. Mary of-the-Woods, IN visited Providence University on April 10, 2006. The Sisters of Providence founded Providence University and therefore have always had a special interest in and love for the school. The University is currently sponsored by the Archdiocese of Taichung.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., S. Paula Damiano, S.P.,
President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Marilyn Baker, S.P., S. Celeste Tsai, S.P., S. Sophia Chen, S.P

Pictured from left to right: S.Paula Damiano, S.P. and
President Matthew Min Teh Yu

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On April 19, 2006, Dr. Stephen Krashen, Professor Emeritus of Education at the University of Southen California gave a spectacular speech at International Conference Hall entitled“The Comprehension Hypothesis”

Guests and students paid full attention to Dr. Stephen Krashen's speech

Dr. Gerardo Rocha Vera, President of Board of Directors, Rodrigo Alarcón Jara, Executive Vice President from Universidad Santo Tomas of Chile had a pleasant meeting on April 20, 2006 with three Providence students who applied to study at Universidad Santo Tomas as exchange students

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Gerardo Rocha Vera, Omi Chen, Elena Tsai, Jessie Chen

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Providence University received Kitagawa Katsuhiko, Director of Center for International Affairs and Ichikawa Akira, Administrative Director of Center for International Affairs from Kansai University to discuss details of sending 10 exchange students to PU this coming Fall
on April 21, 2006

Pictured from left to right: Mr. Ichikawa Akira, Mr. Kitagawa Katsuhiko, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., Dr.Fang-Chi Tseng

Pictured from left to right: Sister Celest Tsai (Director of Luking Library), Dr.Fang-Chi Tseng, Mr. Kitagawa Katsuhiko, Mr. Ichikawa Akira

Pictured from left to right: Dr.Fang-Chi Tseng, Ms. Li-Ling Wang (staff of Art Center), Mr. Ichikawa Akira, and Mr. Kitagawa Katsuhiko

NEWS OF MARCH, 2006

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The Office of International Affairs hosted a lunch party on March 6, 2006 for overseas Chinese students and discussed their annual trip to Ali Mountain

Pictured from left to right: Guang-Xiong Pei, Yu-Tin Yeh,
Hui-Li Ju, Jian-Zong Chen, Fu-Xiong Huang, and Quan-Yuan Xie

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The Office of International Affairs hosted a Welcome Party for international and overseas Chinese students on March 9, 2006

Front row pictured : Dr. Wei-Huang Li on the left, and Ms. Kelly Chiu on the right
Back row pictured : Dr./S Anne Therese Falkenstein S.P. (forth from the left)

Front row pictured from left to right: Ms. Kelly Chiu, Mitsuru Baba,
Haruka Ushirogata, and Ai-Hua Kuo
Back row pictured from left to right: Chiu,Fukai Eri, and Ran Takenouchi

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Providence University received 16 students from Nanyang Polytechnic University of Singapore on March 10, 2006.

Students had a picture taken with professors from Department of Business Administratoin, Dr. Jyh-Jeng Wu, (front row second from the right) and Dr. Ming-Chang Huang (on the right) after a fun introduction of Providence University and College of Management by Dr. Jyh-Jeng Wu

Dr./S Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P. addressed the forum

A student representative received a gift from Dr. Jyh-Jeng Wu

Students visited St. Bosco Hall

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Providence University received Dr. Yuichi Tomita, director of International Affairs Center, and Mr. Masaru Takemae, Supervisor of General Administration Division from Yokohama City University of Japan on March 13, 2006.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., Vice President Shaw-Tao Lin, Dr. Yuichi Tomita, Mr. Masaru Takemae, and Dr. Fang-Chi Tseng

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkentein, S.P.,
Dr. Fang-Chi Tseng, Dr. Yuichi Tomita, and Mr. Masaru Takemae,

Pictured from left to right: Mr. Masaru Takemae, Ms. Kelly Chiu,
Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkentein, S.P., Dr. Yuichi Tomita,
and Dr. Fang-Chi Tseng

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On the same day, March 13,2006, Providence University welcomed 10 Japanese exchanged students and 4 representatives: Kun-Kuo Hung, Tsutomu Sone represented Japan Asia Airways (JAA)、Imafuku Kyouko represented Mukogawa Women’s University, Allen Yang represented China Youth Corps

Front row pictured from left to right : Ro-Shan Chiu, Kun-Kuo Hung, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, and Dr.Fang-Chi Tseng
Back row pictured: Allen Yang (second from the left), and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkentein, S.P.(on the right),

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On March 13, 2006, Ms. Tomoko Hifumi and Ms. Kaori Sato from Tsukuba University led three students to participate in a 3 weeks training program at Providence University

Pictured from left to right: Dr. kikuchi Noriyuyk, Ms. Tomoko Hifumi, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Ms. Kaori Sato, and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkentein, S.P.,

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Providence University received Francis X. Nguyen Van Sang, Bishop of Thai-Binh Diocese, Father Giuse Tran Xuan Chieu from Vietnam and Dean Chen Yao-Han on March 15, 2006.

Pictured from left to right: Dean Yao-Han Chen, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Bishop Francis X. Nguyen Van Sang, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., and Fr. Giuse Tran Xuan Chieu

Visited Luking Library
Pictured from left to righ: Mr. Tran, Bishop Francis X. Nguyen Van Sang, Fr. Giuse Tran Xuan Chieu, Sister Celest Tsai (Director of Luking Library), and Dean Yao-Han Chen

Visited Art Center
Pictured from left to right : Director Tien-Fu Lin, Bishop Francis X. Nguyen Van Sang, Fr. Giuse Tran Xuan Chieu, Dean Yao-Han Chen, and Ms. Li-Ling Wang (staff of Art Center)

Visited Chaplain's Chapel
Pictured from left to right : Dr./Fr. Ramon Santacana, Bishop Francis X. Nguyen Van Sang, and Fr. Giuse Tran Xuan Chieu

Pictured from left to right : Fr. Giuse Tran Xuan Chieu, Dr./S Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., S. Regina Mary Wallace, S.P., President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Bishop Francis X. Nguyen Van Sang, Dean Chen Yao-Han, Fr. Martin Su, S. Celest Tsai, S.P., and Mr. Tran

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Dr. William Hipwell from School of Earth Sciences, Victoria University of Wellington of New Zealand and Dr. Geoffrey Wall, from Department of Geography of University of Waterloo
of Canada were invited by Department of Ecology and gave two speeches to students
on March 20, 2006

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Dr. William Hipwell, Dr. Geoffrey Wall, Dr. Janet C. Chang, Dr. Chih-Liang Chao, Dr. Yi-Ren Lin, and Ms. Yue-Lin Lu

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On March 28, 2006, four guests visited
Providence University to discuss the details of sending Vietnamese students
to study at Providence University

Pictured from left to right: Dean Yao-Han Chen, Fr. Chuan-Gui Ruan, Fr. Ting-Fu Ruan , Ms. Kelly Chiu, Fr. Wen-Yu Ruan , and student Guang-Xiong Pei

Pictured from left to right: Fr. Chuan-Gui Ruan , student Guang-Xiong Pei, Dean Yao-Han Chen, Fr. Wen-Yu Ruan , and Fr. Ting-Fu Ruan

Pictured from left to right: Dean Yao-Han Chen , Mr. Shu-Xiu Tsai, Fr. Chuan-Gui Ruan, Fr. Ting-Fu Ruan, and Fr. Wen-Yu Ruan

Pictured from left to right: Fr. Wen-Yu Ruan , Fr. Ting-Fu Ruan,
Fr. Chuan-Gui Ruan, and Dean Yao-Han Chen

NEWS OF February, 2006

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There are 9 exchange students coming from U.S.A. and Japan respectively to study in the Spring Semester of 2006.

Michiko Yukimatsu

Nozomi Yamamoto

Ran Takenouchi

Haruka Ushirogata

Yayoi Oyama

Rie Shinkoda

Fukai Eri

Mitsuru Baba

Noelle Richards

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Providence University had the honor of hosting The 2006 Presidential Forum on Higher Education in Taiwan on February 23-24, The event was sponsored by the Ministry of Education. Wine and Cheese Social to Welcome Internatioinal Guests on February 23

Pictured from left to right:

Dr. Patricia L. Goleman and President Judith S. Eaton (Council from Higher Education Accreditation)

Pictured from left to right:

Dr.Patricia L. Goleman, Dr. Dobrenkova Ekaterina Vladimirovna, Ms. Elena Fisenko, and Dr. Yury S. Rudenko

Pictured from left to right:

Ms. Nadia Hsu (Russian language translator),

Vice-Rector Yury S. Rudenko from Russian New University,

Chief Vice-Rector Dobrenkova Ekaterina Vladimirovna from International Academy of Business and Management in Russia,

and work student (Mr. Akhuamhenkhun Osemudiamhen Tsi Justice)

Pictured from left to right:

Sister Mary Regina Wallace, S.P. (Department of English Language, Literature and Linguistics) and Dr. Maria J. Sanchez (Department of Spanish)

Pictured from left to right:

Dr. Ching-Shan Wu and the Director of Luking Library, Sister Celeste Tsai, S.P.

Guests greeted each other.

Guests talked with each other.

Pictured from left to right: Dr.Patricia Haseltine, Ms.Kelly Chiu

Welcome Dinner at Evergreen Laurel Hotel on February 23

Pictured from left to right: President Matthew MinTeh Yu of Providence University, Taiwan, Vice-Rector Yury S. Rudenko of Russian New University, Russia, Mr. Cheng-Sheng Tu, the Minister of Education, Taiwan, Chief Vice-Rector Dobrenkova Ekaterina Vladimirovna of International Academy of Business and Management, Russia, Ms. Elena Fisenko, Director of International Programmes at Russian New University, Russia, Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Director of International Affairs, Providence University, Taiwan

Trip to Lu Kang (in Chang Hua County) on February 24

Guests visited an ancient Chinese-style house

Guests tasted Chinese tea at a tea house.

NEWS OF JANUARY, 2006

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On January 2, 2006, a Farewell Party for Christopher Carnahan, the exchange student from University of Utah

Christopher Carnahan spent two semesters at Providence University from Spring, 2005 until Fall, 2005

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New Year Lunch with exchange students on January 2, 2006

Front Row pictured from left to right: Ms. Kelly Chiu, Ryoko Sasayama

Back Row pictured from left to right: Marsha Divina, JR B. Formilleza, Mr. Victor Hsu, Tomomi Kamimasa, Du-Ri Choi, Evelyn Chua, Juri Okamoto, Rei Shiota, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Mr. Carlos Huang

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Three exchange students were about to leave for their studies at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (U.S.A.) in the evening of January 4, 2006. Their flight was in the early morning on January 5, 2006.

Pictured from left to right: Vicky Lo, Peggy Hsu, Miranda Chiang, Ms. Kelly Chiu

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Dr. Piotr Tomasik, professor of the Department of Chemistry at University of Agriculture in Poland, visited Providence University on January 10, 2006.

Lunch at China Town Restaurant

Art Center Tour

Ms. Lilian Wang (the staff member of the Art Center) and Dr. Piotr Tomasik

Library Tour

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Gladys Lu (the staff member of the Luking Library), Dr. Piotr Tomasik

Inside of St. Francis Hall

Pictured from left to right: Mr. Victor Hsu, Dr. Piotr Tomasik, Ms. Kelly Chiu

Mr. Hsu and Ms. Chiu are staff members of the Office of International Affairs.

NEWS OF DECEMBER, 2005

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The lighting of the Christmas tree at Providence was held on December 1, 2005

Front row, pictured from left to right: Luis Anibal Sotto Nunez, Ryoko, Tonren (event coordinator)
Back row, pictured from left to right: Christina, JR Formilleza, Tomomi, Juri, Meiling (Mei Lahi Ilyas), Rei, Chris Carnaham

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On December 12, 2005, Dr. Klaus Gommlich, Professor of English & Director of the ESL Center, visited Providence University and gave a speech on "Good English Language Learners and Teachers".

Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein introduced Dr. Klaus Gommlich before the speech given by Dr. Klaus Gommlich in Gratia Hall, Luking Library.

Mr. Robert Lin, Director of the Taiwan Representative Office (LeadChief International Institute) and Dr. Klaus Gommlich

Students, faculty members, and staff listened to Dr. Klaus Gommlich' speech.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Mr. Robert Lin, President Yu, Dr. Klaus Gommlich, Dr. Tse, Kwock-Ping John (Dean of the College of Foreign Languages and Literature), Dr. Wu, E-chou (Chairman of the Department of English Language, Literature and Linguistics )

Art Center Tour
Ms. Lilian Wang (the staff member of the Art Center) and Dr. Klaus Gommlich

Speech "Good English Language Learners and Teachers" was delivered by Dr. Klaus Gommlich

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On December 13, 2005, the delegates of the Ministry of Education (MOE) visited Providence University.

Mr. Carlos Huang introduced Chinese Language Education Center (CLEC) to the delegates of the Ministry of Education.

Mr. Wu, Special Committee Member of the International Office of MOE, gave his comments after the presentations of Providence University.

The delegates of MOE, from left to right: Ms. Chang (General Secretary of the Chinese Language Education Association), Ms. Chen (Secretary of Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission), Ms. Li (Director of Higher Education Office, MOE), Mr. Wu (Special Committee Member of the International Office of MOE), Dr. Yeh (Member of the board of the Chinese Language Education Association).

Panel Discussion
Pictured from left to right: Mr. Carlos Huang, Ms. Theresa Hsia (the Director of CLEC), President Yu, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Ms. Kelly Chiu, Mr. Wu (Special Committee Member of the International Office of MOE)

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Dr. Kuo-ch'ing Tu, professor of the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies at University of California, Santa Barbara (U.S.A.), visited Providence University on December 19, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Ming-Jou Chen (Chairman of the Department of Taiwanese Literature), Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein (Director of the Office of International Affairs), Vice President Dr. Shaw-Tao Lin, Dr. Kuo-Ch'ing Tu, Ms. Chen-Chuan Hsu, Dr. Tsui Yang.

Dr. Kuo-Ch'ing Tu and Ms. Chen-Chuan Hsu teach at the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultural Studies of University of California, Santa Barbara in U.S.A.

Dr. Tsui Yang is the Associate Professor at the Department of Taiwanese Literature at Providence University.

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The Chinese Language Education Center held a Christmas Party for international and overseas Chinese students on December 20, 2005.

Three international students hosted the Christmas Party.

"Merry Christmas and Happy New Year" from students of different countries in their native languages.

Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Director of the Office Of International Affairs, spoke about the meaning of Christmas.

Ms. Therese Hsia, Director of the Chinese Language Education Center, welcomed students, guests, and friends of Providence University.

Front row pictured from left to right: Ms. Kelly Chiu, Evelyn Chua, Du-Ri Choi
Back row pictured from left to right: Christopher Carnahan, Mr. Victor Hsu

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International Food Fair was held before Christmas for students to experience different kinds of foods by countries on December 22, 2005. International students made the foods by themselves.

South African Food

American Food

Malaysian Food

Japanese Food

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The Office of International Affairs held an Exchange Student Workshop to promote exchange program for students on December 22, 2005.

Ms. Kelly Chiu (on left-hand side), the host of the workshop, answered the questions from students.

Students who received prizes took a group picture.

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One of the exchange students came back from Korea to visit Ms. Kelly before Christmas.

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Kelly Chiu, Bo Ram Han

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Christmas Greetings from the Office of International Affairs on December 23, 2005

NEWS OF NOVEMBER, 2005

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On November 8, 2005, Providence University extended a warm welcome to Dr. Corinth Morter-Lewis, President of the University of Belize.

President Yu also signed an exchange agreement with Dr. Corinth Morter-Lewis, President of the University of Belize.

Library Tour with our guests
Front row pictured from left to right: Sister Tsai (the Director of the Luking Library), Mr. Zi-Li Xu (a good friend of Dr. Corinth Morter-Lewis in Belize ) and Mr. Jun-Jun Zhang (the Officer of the Ministry of Education)
Back row pictured: Mr. Victor Hsu (the staff member of the Office of International Affairs)

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Providence University welcomed our distinguished guests from Australia and Canada on November 14, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Dr. Shaw-Tao Lin (Vice President), Dr. Deborah Bird Rose (Australian National University), Mr. Tim Kulchyski (Researcher, University of Victoria), Dr. Yih-Ren (Oliver) Lin (the Department of Ecology), Ms. Yueh-Ling Lu (Secretary of the Office of Research and Development)

Library Tour
Ms. Gladys Lu (the staff member of the Luking Library) demonstrated the web system of Luking Library.

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Providence University was delighted to have guests of Juseong College from Korea visit us on November 14-15, 2005.

Picured from left to right: President Matthew Min-Teh Yu, Dr. Eui-Sik Shin on November 14, 2005

Pictured from left to right: Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Dr. Eui-Sik Shin on November 14, 2005

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Eui-Sik Shin, Ms. Kelly Chiu (the staff member of the Office of International Affairs) on November 14, 2005

President Yu signed an exchange agreement with President Jeong, Sang Gil of Jeseong College on November 15, 2005

Art Center Tour on November 15, 2005

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On November 16, 2005, our guests of Sangmyung University from Korea were warmly welcomed by Providence University.

The exchange agreement was signed by President Matthew Min-Teh Yu and Dr. Myoung-Duck Seo, President of Sangmyung University

Pictured from left to right: President Matthew Min-Ten Yu and President Myoung-Duck Seo

Pictured from left to right: President Matthew Min-Ten Yu, Dr. Myoung-Duck Seo (President of Sangmyung University) and Dr. Seok-Hwan Kwon (Professor of Chinese Language and Literature at Sangmyung University)

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Providence University welcomed the faculty members of Polytechnic University of the Philippines on November 17, 2005.

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Dr. Falkenstein met with representatives of St. Mary-of-the-Woods College in November to express her gratitude for all the support they have given to Providence University students over the years and to discuss ways in which to further develop opportunities for exchanges between the two institutions.

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Mary Helen Clayton, Theresa Denton and John Loftus

NEWS OF OCTOBER, 2005

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Providence University staff members and students are delighted to participate in the 2005 Reception for Taiwan Scholarship Recipients held at National Normal University on October 7, 2005.

Speech and Performance organized by Ministry of Education, Taiwan and National Taiwan Normal University Six Taiwan Scholarship recipients from Providence University are shown posing at Providence University’s booth.

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Dr. Su-Jen Tsai from the Department of Applied Chemistry held a reception for the international and local speakers of “The Post Conference of the 8th Asian Conference on Analytical Sciences” on Oct. 20, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Prof. Fu-Chou Chen, Prof. Yung-Ho Chang,Prof. Su-Jen Tsai, Prof. Paul R. haddad, Prof. Gary M. Hieftje, Mrs. Hieftje, Prof.. Shigeru Terabe, Prof. Ching Erh Lin, Prof. Bing Cheng Lin,, Ms. Zheng-Lan Wang and Mr. Yo Sheng Zhong

Pictured from left to right: Prof. Shigeru Terabe, Prof. Ching Erh Lin, Porf. Bing Cheng Lin and Prof. Yong He Chang

Pictured from left to right: Prof. Tsai, Prof. Haddad and Prof. Hieftje

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On October 31, 2005, Providence University welcomed President Supol and his faculty members and staff of BANSOMDEJCHAOPRAYA RAJABHAT UNIVERSITY from Thailand.

NEWS OF SEPTEMBER, 2005

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On September 8, 2005, S. Anne Therese gave a power point presentation at Russian State University for Humanities.

Pictured from left to right: Former Providence University professor, Dr. Boris L. Riflin and Dr. Makarova Natalie Yakovlevna of Russia State University for Humanities.

Pictured from left to right: Visiting Research Professor Dr. Vivian Lai of Providence University, Taiwan, Dr. P. Tomasik, Head of the Department of Chemistry at Agricultural University of Kracow and Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein of Providence University met in Poland in September, 2005

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Congratulations to the Department of Japanese Language and Literature, who successfully completed a training program with Shirayuri College, Japan held from September 16 to 29, 2005.

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Providence University welcomed Dr. Matsuura Akira of Kansai University on October 13, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Matsuura Akira and Vice President Shaw-Tao Lin

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Kikuchi Noriuki, Dr. Hujuwara Chiemi, Dr. Wen-Ming Chen, Dr. Huan-Chi Tseng, Dr. Matsuura Akira, Vice President Shaw-Tao Lin, Dr. Ming-Fu Wang, Dr. Kuo-Ping Hsieh, Dr. Jo-Shan Chiu and Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein

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The Office of International Affairs hosted the 2005 New International Student Luncheon on September 24 at Aloha Restaurant in Shalu.

Pictured from left to right, first row: Jessie, Elena, Lucy Choi, Choi Sunsuk, Park Kyoung Uh, Ndoyombaye Justin, JR Formilleza, Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein and Ms. Yi-Wei Chyi
Second row: Evelyn Chua, Yi-Chen Wu, Ms. Iris Jin, Marsha Divina, Du Eun-Ju

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On September 28, 2005, Providence University’s College of Management welcomed administrators and professors from Capital University of Economics and Business, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, South Western University of Finance and Economics, Dongbei University of Finance and Economics, Anhui University of Finance and Economics, Jilin University, Central South University, Shandong University of Finance, Shandong Agricultural University, Beijing National Accounting Institute, Hubei University of Economics, Nankai University, Sun Yat-Sen University, Shanghai University, Chongqing University, Soochow University, The Central University of Finance and Economics, and chief editor of Friends of Accounting.

Pictured from left to right: President Wen Kuei and President Matthew Min Teh Yu

Reception and discussion forum in the conference hall at Luking Library.

President Yu also signed an exchange agreement with President Wen Kuei of Capital University of Economics and Business.

Pictured from left to right: President Wen Kuei and President Matthew Min Teh Yu

NEWS OF AUGUST, 2005

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Providence University was pleased to have Dr. Eric Drewry, Associate Professor, Azusa Pacific University, U.S.A., teach Introduction to Linguistics this summer.

Dr. Drewry with his students

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Several administrators and staff members of Providence University cordially welcomed 26 guests from Anhui University, China to P.U. on August 1, 2005.

Reception at Providence University.

Anhui University guests performed with traditional Taiwanese hand puppet drama under the instruction of the Chinese Department.

Trip to Sun Moon Lake

Trip to Yeliu.

Happy Ending: Saying goodbye at C. K. S. airport

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On August 1, 2005, Bishop Joseph Wang presented a plaque to President Matthew Min-Teh Yu indicating that it is the wish of the Taichung Diocese and the Board of Trustees that Dr. Yu continue as the president of Providence University for a second term.

From left to right: Bishop Joseph Wang and President Matthew Min-Teh Yu

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On August 1, 2005, our guest and alumna, Mrs. Pauline Wang, visited Providence University. Mrs. Pauline Wang works as an Assistant Provost for Asian Programs at Roosevelt University.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Yung-Ho Chang (Dean of College of Science), Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Mrs. Pauline Wang, Madam Yu, Dr. Suh-Jen Tsai (the Director of the Office of Alumni and Career Services), Dr. Chen-Fong Wu (Dean of College of Management)

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Congratulations to Kelly Chiu and Wei Min Chou at the birth of their daughter Wei Jen on August 11, 2005!
Welcome to the World!

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On August 24, 2005 Providence University, Taiwan and Universidad de St. Isabella, Philippines became exchange partners.

Pictured from left to right, first row: Dr./Fr. Ramon Santacana, President Mattew Yu, President/S. Asuncion G. Evidente, DC, and Vice President/ S. Filomena A. Libo-on, DC
Second row: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., Ms. Lin San, Nenette L. Abrigo, and Dr. Virginia C. Reyes-Sapan .

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Suh-ching Li, Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President/S. Asuncion G. Evidente, DC, Sr. Mary Ayo, Vice President/ S. Filomena A. Libo-on, DC, Sr. Bertha Dolangon, Prof. Nenette L. Abrigo, Dr. Virginia C. Reyes-Sapin

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On August 25, 2005, President Matthew Min Teh Yu and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein welcomed President Junko Shioya, Vice President Noriko Saneyoshi, Vice President Masaki Yoshioka, Ms. Naoko Oikawa and Ms. Akiko Endo from Seisen University, Japan.

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Akiko Endo, Vice President Masaki Yoshioka, Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Junko Shioya, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Vice President Noriko Saneyoshi, and Ms. Naoko Oikawa

Director of the Luking Library, S. Celeste Tsai, and Ms. Min Li Chen gave a tour of the Luking Library to our distinguished guests.

Chia Chi Lin, a student of the Department of Ecology at Providence University who participated in the First International Student Symposium held by Seisen University in May, 2005 also came to greet guests from Seisen

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Vice Rector Tonny Pongoh of Atma Jaya Yogyakarta University, Indonesia made a friendly visit to Providence University on August 28 and 29, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: President Matthew Yu and Vice Rector Tonny Pongoh

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On August 28, 2005, Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein and Ms. Yi-Wei Chyi (not pictured) shared a meal with A. Tonny Pongoh, Vice-Rector, Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

Pictured from left to right: Vice Rector Tonny Pongoh and Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein

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President Yu also signed an exchange agreement with President Fr./Gregg L. Bañaga, Jr., CM of Adamson University, Philippines.

Pictured from left to right: Presidents Yu and Bañaga

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The Office of International Affairs wishes to thank all those who helped to prepare for the 2005 ASEACCU Meeting held at Fu Jen and with the new international students’ registration process.

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Shu-Yuan Lin, Ms. Chung-Yu Huang, and Mr. Yi-Fa Chou

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Providence University extends a warm welcome to Marsha Divina of Petra Christian University, Indonesia, Evelyn Chua of De La Salle University, Philippines, Du-ri Choi of Ewha Womans University, Korea, and JR B. Formilleza of Central Philippine University.

Marsha Divina

Evelyn Chua

Du-ri Choi

JR B. Formilleza

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President Matthew Min Teh Yu and Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein were delighted to welcome 2005 international students from Paraguay.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. / S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, a friend of Cyntia Dahiana Espinda Monges, Cyntia Dahiana Espinda Monges, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Alexander Osmar Ramirez Bazan and Luis Anibal Sotto Nunez.

NEWS OF JUNE, 2005

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When President Gerardo Rocha of the University of Santo Tomas Chile visited PU on June 1, 2005, President Yu presented a university lapel pin to him.

Pictured from left to right: President Matthew Min Teh Yu and President Gerardo Rocha

Professors from the Spanish Department and staff members from the Office of International Affairs also enjoyed visiting with Dr. Rocha.

From left to right: Dr. Maria Sanchez, Dr. Shu-Hui Tsai, President Matthew Min Teh Yu and President Gerardo Rocha

From left to right: President Yu, President Rocha and Dr./Fr. Ramon Santacana Feliu

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Providence University was happy to welcome Managing Director, John Belcher, of John Belcher Partnership Inc. during his second visit to P.U. on April 29, 2005.

John Belcher and President Yu

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The office of International Academic Exchange was pleased to welcome Dr. Andreas Bintoro from Universitas Kristen Maranatha, Indonesia on June 1, 2005. Dr. Bintoro received the 2005 ACUCA scholarship and gave lectures to PU’s Department of Business Administration for two weeks.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., and Dr. Andreas Bintoro

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Yi Wei Chi, Dr. Andreas Bintoro and Ms. Kelly Chiu

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PU student Yi Hsuan Chen (Sway) was invited to participate in the International Student’s Conference on Global Ethics and Christian Higher Education held by the Chinese University of Hong Kong from June 1-6, 2005.

Conference participants

Sway Chen

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Mr. Seijoong Kim, Center for International Studies, Obirin University, Japan visited PU on June 11, 2005. Mr. Masami Sugimoto, Assistant Director of International Affairs, Kanda University of International Studies also visited PU on the same day.

Pictured from left: Chairperson of the Japanese Dept. Dr. Huan Chi Tseng, Mr. Seijoong Kim, Vice President Dr. Shaw-Tao Lin, and Ms. Kelly Chiu

Dr. Lin and Mr. Sugimoto

Ms. Chiu and Mr. Sugimoto

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On June 17, 2005, President Yu and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein welcomed Acting President, Dr. Samuel M. Salvador of Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Vice Dean of Academic Affairs, Dr. Sofyan S. Harshap, of Trisakti University and Mrs. Renata Hilman Jacob, Vice President Dr. Peter Lee of Yu Da College of Business and Dr. Herrera also of Yu Da College.

From left to right: Mrs. Renata Hilman Jacob, Dr. Herrera, Acting President Dr. Samuel M. Salvador, President Yu, Dr. Sofyan S. Harahap, Dr. Peter Lee and Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein

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The Office of International Academic Exchange was pleased to welcome Mrs. Barb Besse and S. Katherine Manley, S.P. from Guerin College Preparatory High School in River Grove, Illinois on June 20, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Mrs. Barb Besse (in the front) and S. Katherine Manley, S.P.

Pictured from left the right: Ms. Kelly Chiu, Mrs. Barb Besse, S. Katherine Manley, S.P., and Ms. Yi Wei Chyi

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The Office of International Academic Exchange was pleased to welcome Mrs. Barb Besse and S. Katherine Manley, S.P. from Guerin College Preparatory High School in River Grove, Illinois on June 20, 2005.

Vice President Shaw-Tao Lin and Dr. Sharon E. Alexander

Vice President Shaw-Tao Lin and Mr. Merle Farrier

NEWS OF MAY, 2005

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Dr. Murali Venugopalan and Ms. Kay Tsai came to Providence University to give a presentation that introduced Western Illinois University, U.S.A. to potential exchange students on May 4, 2005.

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On May 5, 2005 Vice President Lin, Dean Wang, Dean Hsieh, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, Dr. Yanase, Dr. Tseng and Ms. Zhang, and Dr. Huchiwara welcomed President S. Michiko Inai (left) and Dr./S. Toshiko Arai (right) to Taiwan.

The distinguished guests from Kagoshima Immaculate Heart University, Japan visited Providence University on May 6, 2005.

President Matthew Min Teh Yu of Providence University, Taiwan and President S. Michiko Inai, ICM of Kagoshima Immaculate Heart University, Japan exchanged gifts.

From left to right: Dr. Tseng, Ms. Zhang, Dr./S. Toshiko Arai, I.C.M, President S. Michiko Inai, ICM, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P.

Japanese Department Office

Luking Library

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Office of International Affairs staff member, Yi-Wei Chyi (far left), recently attended the 2005 Study Abroad Seminar that was sponsored by the Ministry of Education in Taiwan at Taichung Healthcare and Management University. Yi Wei was pleased to learn about scholarships offered by the government for Taiwanese students who want to pursue graduate degrees abroad. She is pictured here with two new acquaintances from China Medical University in Taichung. (The date, 94, on the banner in the background indicates 94 years of democracy.)

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The Chinese Language Education Center (CLEC) held the 6th International Students’ Mandarin Chinese Language Speech Contest on May 20, 2005. Kagoshima Immaculate Heart University’s exchange students, Tomomi Kamimasu, Juri Okamoto, Rei Shiota, and Ryoko Sasayama, joined the contest. Ryoko and Rei both won a prize for excellent performance. Utah University exchange student, Chris Carnahan, was present to cheer them on.

Front row from left to right: Tomomi Kamimasu, Juri Okamoto, Rei Shiota, and Ryoko Sasayama. Back row:Chris Carnahan

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PU students Hau-Ren Hung and Hui-Lan Pan of the Dept. of English Language, Literature, and Linguistics, and Chia-Chi Lin of the Dept. of Ecology participated in the First International Student Symposium held by Seisen University in Japan on May 21, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: Chia-Chi Lin, Kanako Suzuki, Chairperson of Executive Committee, Seisen University, Hui-Lan Pan, and Hau-Ren Hung

Pictured from left to right: Hui-Lan Pan, President Junko Shioya, Yoshie Ohshima, Co-chairperson of Multi-culture Exchanges, Seisen University, Chia-Chi Lin, and Hau-Ren Hung

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Yi Xin Lin returned to Providence from The University of Montana, USA on May 25, 2005, and shared her exciting experiences of studying abroad with Ms. Kelly Chiu.

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Kelly Chui and Yi Xin Lin

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Recently returned exchange students from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, IN, Jelina Lin and Victoria Wang, met with Debra Tiao who is planning to study at SMWC in Sept., and IAE staff member, Ms. Chyi on May 27, 2005. Jelina and Victoria advised Debra on issues regarding credit transfer, visa application procedures and insurance. They shared experiences of the fun and cultural shocks in the U.S. as well. They also shared the difficulties they encountered and gave some practical suggestions to Ms. Chyi on how to make the program even better.

From left to right: Jelina Lin, Victoria Wang, Debra Tiao and Ms. Chyi

NEWS OF APRIL, 2005

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President Emeritus Donald R. Gerth of California State University, Sacramento and his wife, Bev Gerth, enjoyed a tour of Luking Library when they visited Providence University on April 24, 2005.

From left to right: Dr. /S. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., Vice President Lin, Dr. Don Gerth, S. Celeste Tsai, S.P. and Bev Gerth

Dr. Gerth and President Yu

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Providence University was happy to welcome Managing Director, John Belcher, of John Belcher Partnership Inc. during his second visit to P.U. on April 29, 2005.

John Belcher and President Yu

NEWS OF MARCH, 2005

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Providence University welcomed visitors from the University of New England, U.S.A. on March 3, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Lemuel Berry, Jr., and Dr. Alan J. Liebrecht

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Providence University received another visitor, Dr. Don Lien, from the University of Texas at San Antonio, USA on March 7, 2005.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Chi Ya Chang, Ming Ching Yang, Pao Chung Shi, Yu Sheng Hung, Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr. Don Lien, Dr. Jyh-Jeng, Dr. Cheng Feng Wu

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On March 9, 2005, several people gathered in the International Hall to witness Presidents Kawata and Yu sign an academic exchange agreement between Kansai University, Japan and Providence University, Taiwan.

Pictured from left to right: President Teiichi Kawata and President Matthew Min Teh Yu

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Providence University participated in the International Student Fair in Seoul, Korea on March 26 & 27, 2005.

Providence University participated in the International Student Fair in Seoul, Korea on March 26 & 27, 2005.

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On March 28, 2005, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkenstein gave a talk introducing Providence University to students at the Hanyoung Foreign Language High School in Korea.

On the same day, S. Anne Therese also participated in a lengthy discussion and gave a power point presentation introducing Providence University at Konkuk University, Korea.

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Prior to leaving Korea, S. Anne Therese participated in a conference at Kyung Hee University.

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Prior to leaving Korea, S. Anne Therese participated in a conference at Kyung Hee University.

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Providence University welcomed Bishop Huang of San Francisco on March 31, 2005.

Back row left to right: Fr. Martin Su, Dr./S. Anne Therese Falkentein, S.P., President Matthew Min Teh Yu, Dr./Fr. Ramon Santacana Feliu , S. Celeste Tsai, S.P. and S. Regina Mary Wallace, S.P. Front row left to right: Bishop Huang and Bishop Wang

NEWS OF FEBRUARY, 2005

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On February 22, 2005, Providence University bid farewell to Risa, Ayumi Megumi, Tomoko, Hitomi and Sayaka of Kagoshima Immaculate Heart University, Japan.(Hitomi and Sayaka are not pictured.)

Ms. Kelly Chiu offered cards and gifts with best wishes to each of the exchange students

Pictured from left to right: Kelly and Megumi

Pictured from left to right: Ms. Chyi, Chris, and Lisa

NEWS OF JANUARY, 2005

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Tommy Su ´02 returned to Providence in January and encouraged future exchanges between Providence University and Assumption College, USA. Tommy attended Assumption during his sophomore year and enthusiastically shared many fond memories of studying there.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., Tommy Su, and Ms. Kelly Chui

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Vice President Dr. David Suh of the United Board was warmly received at Providence University on January 13, 2005. "The United Board works to support Christian presence in related colleges and universities in Asia.”

Pictured from left to right: Drs. Hsien Yu Cheng, Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., President Matthew Min-Teh Yu, David Suh, Ramon Santacana Feliu, Jia Hong Deng, Yue Ling Lu

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On January 18, 2005 Drs. Peter Keller (4th from left), Kelly Bannister (7th from left) and Jon Corbett (8th from left) of the University of Victoria, Canada and Mr. Ovide Mercredi (6th from left), former Grand Chief of AFN, were received by Vice President Lin.

NEWS OF DECEMBER, 2004

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Thirteen scholars from Mainland China exchanged ideas about higher education with professors at Providence University on December 1, 2004.

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During the Fifteenth Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA) General Assembly, President Yu’s appointment as the new representative of Christian universities and colleges in Taiwan was affirmed.

Newly elected president of ACUCA Dr. Janjira Wongkhomtong of Christian University, Thailand with President Yu

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The ACUCA assembly themed, “The Signs of the Times and Christian Worldview in Education” included a workshop by Dr. John Belcher entitled, Managing Your University’s Reputation. President Yu and Dr. Falkenstein both found the workshop helpful to Providence University’s strategic plan for the future.

Providence University, Taiwan and Petra University, Indonesia entered into a five-year international academic exchange agreement effective December 3, 2004.

President Matthew Yu and Rector Paul Nugraha after signing the agreement.

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Two Providence University students represented Providence University at the 2004 ACUCA gathering for students.

President Yu, Yuan Fu Lun, Yeh Shen and student representatives from other ACUCA institutions.

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Providence University extends a warm welcome, in December 2004, to Christopher Carnahan of the University of Utah.

Christopher Carnahan

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Providence is also delighted to welcome Tomomi Kamimasu, Juri Okamoto, Rei Shiota and Ryoko Sasayama of Kogasima Immaculate Heart University, Japan.

Tomomi

Juri

Rei

Ryoko

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Dr. Murali Venugopalan of Western Illinois University, USA and his wife, Shuhui, visited Taiwan and initiated talks with President Matthew Min-Teh Yu and Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein to establish an exchange agreement with Providence University on December 29, 2004.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Anne Therese Falkenstein, S.P., President Matthew Min-Teh Yu, Dr. Murali Venugopalan and Shuhui

NEWS OF NOVEMBER, 2004

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In November 2004, Providence University was pleased to welcome Drs. Ichikawa Akira and Abe Seiji from Kansai University, Japan. They are seated in the first row, second and third from the left. Dr. Tseng, chairperson of the Japanese Department, who is standing in the second row, first from the right, initiated the dialogue between the two schools.

NEWS OF SEPTEMBER, 2004

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Dr. /S. Marilyn Baker visited Providence University’s exchange students, Jelina Lin and Victoria Wang, in the United States at Le Fer Hall, St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, IN. on September 3, 2004.

Pictured from left to right are exchange students:Jelina Lin and Victoria Wang with Dr./S. Marilyn Baker

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Providence University’s Japanese department welcomed Shirayuri College students and their teacher, Dr. Sayuri Adachi, on September 17, 2004 at the Cha-Shang teahouse in Shalu. From all appearances the lively group had an enjoyable time.