For those who wish to explore the campus’s most representative plant species, ecological water bodies, and water resource applications, while also experiencing how semiconductor technology can advance sustainability, Asia University offers the perfect destination. On December 31, Asia University proudly held the grand opening of the “Taichi Lake Sustainable Corridor,” officially opening the newly developed outdoor learning environment to the public. The corridor demonstrates the university’s tangible achievements in integrating sustainability education, technological applications, and social responsibility.
Centered around Taichi Lake, the campus’s richest and most ecologically diverse natural area, the Sustainable Corridor integrates natural spaces, hands-on sustainability practices, and technology-based learning modules. The corridor features ten distinctive ecological nodes, connecting campus green spaces, water bodies, and walking trails, allowing students and visitors to naturally learn about sustainability as they explore the area. The corridor extends to the newly inaugurated Semiconductor Sustainability Plaza, creating a seamless connection between nature and cutting-edge technology, demonstrating how high-tech applications can coexist with sustainability principles and forming a continuous cross-disciplinary learning pathway.
President Dr. Jin-Fa Tsai emphasized that the corridor embodies the university’s interdisciplinary approach, linking ecological education with practical technology experiences. By integrating the Sustainable Corridor with the Semiconductor Center, students can observe natural ecosystems while understanding how semiconductor technology contributes to sustainable practices, fostering a holistic comprehension of energy efficiency, material use, and environmental stewardship. The corridor also serves as a critical platform for both on-campus teaching and public engagement through strong community connections.
Vice President and Director of the Semiconductor Center, Dr. Chun-Chieh Huang, highlighted that Asia University’s campus maintains a 97% green coverage, making the concept of “Nature as the Best Classroom” a reality. The Semiconductor Sustainability Plaza, in alignment with the corridor’s design philosophy, provides demonstrations and interactive modules illustrating how semiconductor technology can support energy efficiency, material management, and environmental sustainability, effectively merging technological education with sustainability awareness.
Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, Dr. Hsiu-Fen Tsai, added that Asia University has long invested in sustainability education and campus-based practices. From curriculum design to learning environments and community engagement, the university has established a comprehensive sustainability learning system. The university has launched 20 hands-on sustainability courses for learners of all ages, including school students and the general public, implementing its vision of “Sustainability for All” and making sustainability tangible, experiential, and replicable.
The grand opening ceremony was attended by numerous distinguished guests, including Yang Kuo-Chung, Village Chief of Nanliu Village, Dr. Chen Yong-Jin, Tourism Ambassador of Wufeng District, and Mr. Wang Shen-Bao, distinguished alumnus and Chair of the Tan-Yah-Shen Promotion Association in Taichung. President Tsai presented a certificate of appreciation to Mr. Wang for his long-standing support in advancing sustainability initiatives at his alma mater.
Following the ceremony, Professor Hsiao-Yun Chang led the inaugural guided tour along the ten ecological nodes, showcasing the campus’s signature plant species, including blooming Magnolia trees and the vibrant Rose Garden, while providing hands-on demonstrations of water resource recycling and sustainability features at the Semiconductor Sustainability Plaza.
Finally, Chief Administrative Officer Mr. Chao-Nan Chen noted that the completion of the Taichi Lake Sustainable Corridor and Semiconductor Sustainability Plaza marks only the beginning. The university plans to further utilize its natural assets and professional expertise to develop therapeutic walking trails and additional facilities, creating a model campus that integrates ecology, well-being, and sustainability education, making sustainability an integral part of daily life for the broader community.
