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Art has always played an important role in the life of Taipei and New Taipei. The sculptures of Taiwanese author and illustrator Jimmy Liao in the stations and on some of the lines of the Danhai Light Rail Transit System are proof of this. All passengers travelling to scenic Tamsui can enjoy the Taiwanese artist's sculptures evoking a magical world. More information about the sculptures here: https://taiwantoday.tw/news.php?unit=10,11,12&post=176547
(Photos by Andras Teleki)

One of Taipei's finest architectural landmarks is the Presidential Office Building, completed in 1919. The building currently serves as the office of the Taiwanese President. The building is open to the public by appointment, to register please click here: https://www.president.gov.tw/EN/Page/126
(Photos by Andras Teleki)

Established in 1908, the Taiwan National Museum is Taiwan's oldest and one of its most important museums. The museum's exhibits cover Taiwan's history, anthropology and natural history. Museum website: https://www.ntm.gov.tw/en/
(Photos by Andras Teleki)

On 13 December, the NCCU hosted the Taiwan-Czech International Forum on Talent Cultivation and Collaboration in the Humanities, which aimed to strengthen scientific cooperation between the Czech Republic and Taiwan.
(Photos by NCCU)

Located next to the NCCU, Maokong is one of the centers of Taipei's tea culture, producing famous teas. The Taipei Tea Promotion Center, which can be visited free of charge, plays an important role in the education of tea culture of Maokong.
(Photos by Andras Teleki)

The NCCU places great emphasis on fostering relationships with leading companies in order to help students in their future careers. On December 2, Rahil Ansari, CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Group Taiwan and Managing Director of Audi Taiwan gave a speech at the NCCU. Read more about the lecture here: https://www.nccu.edu.tw/p/405-1000-18423,c87.php?Lang=en
(Photos by CICII)

During the Christmas season, the public areas of Taipei, home of the NCCU, are decorated with Christmas decorations. This is also the case with one of Taipei's most beautiful parks, Daan Park. Walking around the park, you can feel the special atmosphere of Christmas.

The NCCU pays particular attention to the psychological well-being of students. As part of this effort, Licensed Counseling Psychologist Pin-Chieh Lai gave a presentation on 4 December entitled Navigating Shame and Vulnerability. The lecture helped students to distinguish between the psychological concepts of shame and guilt, and provided students with advice on how to effectively deal with shame.

Christmas is approaching in Taipei! Different parts of the NCCU are looking forward to Christmas with beautiful decorations. Although Christmas is not a public holiday in Taiwan, many institutions have Christmas trees.

NCCU animals: the ducks of Dah Hsian Seetoo

Some parts of the NCCU are closely linked to specific animals, and this series presents these animals. The mascots of the Dah Hsian Seetoo Library are the playful ducks that live in the pond behind the library. People walking around the pond often come across them.
(Photos by Andras Teleki)

Taipei is a city of surprises, where you can find concerts everywhere. For instance, the Feel Young String Orchestra gave a free concert at Daan Park Forest Park subway station, bringing the Christmas spirit to Taipei. If you want to experience the surprises of Taipei, choose NCCU! (Photos by Andras Teleki)

The NCCU is committed to helping students in its doctoral programs and regularly organises info-sessions on the various scholarships. One such event on 28 November was an opportunity for interested doctoral candidates to learn about the National Science and Technology Council's one-year grant. (Photos by Andras Teleki)