In 2024, Chung Yuan Christian University continued to initiate and take part in interdisciplinary dialogues on the Sustainable Development Goals, both in Taiwan and abroad. Examples include:
CYCU Hosts 2024 USR Forum and Exhibition: Fostering Cross-Sector Dialogues with Government, Industry, and NGOs to Nurture Future Green Talents
Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) held the 2024 University Social Responsibility (USR) Forum, titled “Unlock Your Sustainability Power.” The forum opened important cross-sector dialogues with representatives of government, industry, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), including 104 Job Bank and KPMG Sustainable Development Advisory Services. An accompanying exhibition showcased nine USR projects on local heritage, social enterprises, and international collaborations such as the one with UCSI University. By taking part in multi-stakeholder conferences, CYCU connects academic talent with national sustainability goals and gives students green skills for the future.
CYCU Hosts the 16th Cross-Strait Higher Education Conference: Driving Cross-Sector Dialogues for Sustainable Quality Education
Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) hosted the “16th Cross-Strait Higher Education Conference,” which brought together more than 100 representatives from 41 universities. Under the theme “Reflections on Quality Education for Sustainable Development,” the forum discussed lifelong learning and sustainability literacy. CYCU actively starts and joins cross-sector dialogues on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), building a multi-stakeholder network of universities, governments, and non-governmental organizations. The conference strengthened cross-strait cooperation, the exchange of educational resources, and institutional commitment to SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
CYCU Hosts CYCUMUN 2025: Initiating Cross-Sector Dialogues on Global AI Governance and Sustainable Development
Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU) hosted the “CYCUMUN 2025 Model United Nations Conference” under the guidance of the Department of Youth Affairs, Taoyuan City Government. Forty student delegates focused on human rights in technological advancement and proposed initiatives such as an Ethical Impact Assessment (EIA) and a Digital Transformation Support Fund (DTSF). CYCU actively starts and takes part in cross-sector dialogues on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), linking local government, academic units, and student organizations. The conference encouraged youth-led discussion of global AI governance, digital inclusion, and sustainable international policy.
CYCU Hosts the 33rd APFA Conference: Driving Cross-Sector Dialogues on Innovative Finance and Sustainable Futures
The College of Business and the Department of Finance at Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU), together with the APFA Foundation, hosted the “33rd Annual Conference on Pacific Basin Finance, Economics, Accounting, and Management.” Co-organized with Rutgers University, the conference brought together scholars from around the world to discuss “Innovative Finance for a Sustainable Future,” including ESG investing, green finance, and FinTech. CYCU actively starts and takes part in cross-sector dialogues on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), involving international academics, financial institutions, and regulators such as the Taiwan Stock Exchange. The event promoted multi-stakeholder collaboration on sustainable finance worldwide.
