ISU Showcases Academic Innovation and Practical Strength at the 35th Anniversary Celebration and Cross-College Joint Exhibition
On May 12, ISU held the grand opening ceremony of the 35th Anniversary Celebration and Cross-College Joint Exhibition at the AI Innovation Center (AIC) on the 5th floor of the Science and Technology Building. Centered around the theme “Interdisciplinary Co-Creation & Smart Future,” the exhibition showcased the university’s ongoing progress and breakthroughs in teaching innovation, industry-university collaboration, and hands-on application. The event was an interdisciplinary academic gathering that brought together experts from technology, the humanities, healthcare, and international perspectives.
The opening ceremony officially began at 2 p.m. on May 12. The program included presentations by college representatives on the themes of their exhibits, a launch ceremony, a group photo, and a guided tour of the exhibition. The atmosphere was both grand and vibrant. In his remarks, President Guu emphasized that authentic learning goes beyond the absorption of knowledge; it lies in the cultivation of abilities and the validation of practice. Reflecting on the university’s 35-year journey, he reaffirmed ISU’s unwavering commitment to professionalism and innovation and actively promoted interdisciplinary integration and global engagement. He noted that the exhibition perfectly embodies the spirit of ISU’s educational philosophy: “Learn at ISU, master your profession.” Mr. Shi-Chang Zhang, President of the ISU Alumni Association, also attended the event. In his speech, he praised the achievements of ISU’s faculty members and students across various disciplines and expressed his hope that each creative project showcased would become a meaningful proposal to improve lives. He encouraged the use of expertise and creativity to shape a better future.
The Cross-College Joint Exhibition was held from May 12 to May 17. The College of Intelligent Science and Technology presented its theme, “Smart Leap: A New Tech Horizon,” at the AIC on the 5th floor of the College of Technology Building. The exhibit showcased the integration of information and communication technologies with innovative system design, serving as a forward-looking hub where technology meets creativity. The College of Engineering showcased its achievements under the theme “Engineering the Future Together” in the 3rd-floor atrium of the Science and Engineering Building, highlighting students’ accomplishments in hands-on engineering practices and research development. The College of Management adopted “Creativity & Intelligence & Sustainability” as its core exhibition theme. Located on the 1st and 3rd floors of the Teaching Building, the display featured student-led business planning projects and hands-on work in beverage arts and culinary aesthetics, conveying ideas rooted in innovation, smart thinking, and sustainability. The College of Communication and Design presented a hybrid of static and interactive displays under the theme “Draw Your Attitude, Capture Your Ideas,” which featured visual storytelling, multimedia production, and creative design works. The International College curated an exhibit titled “iConnect: International × Innovation × Integration,” showcasing students’ projects that merge language, culture, and global perspectives, highlighting international professionalism and integrative thinking. The College of Medicine and the College of Medical Science and Technology jointly organized “Winds of Medical Innovation” in Building A and the departmental exhibition areas, presenting applications of smart healthcare technologies that underscore ISU’s leadership in the healthcare sector. Lastly, the College of Indigenous Studies curated a culturally rich and humanistic exhibit titled “Original Resonance: A Dialogue between Culture and Education.” Located in the lobby of the Teaching Building, the exhibit used diverse media, including visuals, videos, physical artifacts, and handcrafted works, to create an immersive and interactive space. Visitors were invited to experience the depth, breadth, and diversity of indigenous cultures through multiple layers of visual, sensory, and emotional engagement.
ISU stated that “Interdisciplinary Co-Creation & Smart Future” is more than just the theme of the exhibition. It is a concrete reflection of the University’s vision for the future of education. Through this exhibition, each college’s teaching achievements and its students’ capabilities were fully showcased, underscoring ISU’s unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in talent cultivation. With an open, diverse, and practice-oriented approach, ISU continues to advance toward its next milestone of distinction.
