NCCU Launches the “Confucius Education Innovation Grant Program” — Applications Open Until April 15, 2025
I. Background and Purpose Sponsored by a generous NT$50 million donation from the Confucius Fund, this program aims to inspire innovative teaching proposals from faculty members across the university. It seeks to strengthen the core spirit of “inspiring minds, imparting knowledge, and resolving doubts,” with an emphasis on “inspiring minds”—a mission rooted in holistic education that aligns with NCCU’s centennial vision of cultivating future-ready talent.
Professor Jui-Hua Lee of the College of Commerce established the Confucius Fund to promote social responsibility in holistic education. His vision is to energize faculty with renewed teaching passion, build a culture that values the transmission of wisdom, and nurture students to become independent thinkers with positive values—individuals who pursue personal excellence while contributing to the greater good.
II. Core Spirit: “Inspiring Minds” At the heart of this initiative lies the idea of “inspiring minds”—a return to the essence of holistic education. Teachers are encouraged not only to deliver knowledge and skills but also to cultivate students’ ability to think independently and act ethically. The goal is to guide students in shaping constructive worldviews and life values, supporting their journey toward self-fulfillment and meaningful social contribution.
III. Program Objectives
1.Deepen faculty commitment to holistic education
2.Strengthen students’ independent thinking and interpersonal ethics
3.Develop diverse teaching models through role modeling and ecological learning environments
4Amplify NCCU’s impact and value as a leading institution of higher education
IV. Eligibility All .NCCU colleges, departments, academic programs, centers, or individual faculty members may apply. Proposals should span between one and five years.
Program Contact Center for Teaching and Learning Development (CTLD) Ms. Ming-Chia Hsieh, Extension 63473