To honor Professor Hsien-Liang Koo’s contributions to art and general education, we are launching the inaugural "Professor Hsien-Liang Koo Memorial Lecture for the Center of General Education " series this year. The event will feature a themed panel discussion, "The Four Masters  of Modern Taiwanese Sculpture—From Huang Tu-shui, Yuyu Yang, and Ju Ming to Li Kuang-yu," along with a documentary screening and a guided sculpture tour. Through these activities, we aim to delve into the historical development and cultural significance of modern Taiwanese sculpture.

The keynote lecture will feature Professor Hsiao Chiungjui, , Honorary Professor of History at National Cheng Kung University, . Professor Hsiao will explore the artistic achievements and historical impact of the four renowned sculptors: Huang Tu-shui, Yuyu Yang, Ju Ming, and Li Kuang-yu.

Following the screening of the documentary " MY MENTOR MY FATHER " a post-screening discussion will be held, featuring Bhikkhuni Kuan Chien, Mr. Yuyu Yang’s daughter, Abbot of Yonghsiu Monastery, and Chairman of the Jue-Feng Buddhist Art and Culture Foundation, along with Professor Wang Ya-wei from National Chengchi University’s Department of Radio and Television. Together, they will provide in-depth insights into  Yuyu Yang’s creative journey and artistic philosophy through both film and discussion.

Additionally, the event will include a sculpture tour of Yuyu Yang’s works on the campuses of National Tsing Hua University and National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University. Leading the tour will be designer Yang Chun, the eldest grandson of Yuyu Yang and a board member of the Yuyu Yang Art Education Foundation. Participants will have the opportunity to appreciate Yang’s sculptures firsthand and experience his unique artistic style and spatial aesthetics.

By combining academic discussions, documentary screenings, and on-site tours, this event seeks to deepen public understanding of modern Taiwanese sculpture and its cultural value. We warmly invite all art and culture enthusiasts to join us in this meaningful experience.
 

★General Education Theme Seminar Registration link

1. Topic: The Four Masters of Modern Taiwanese Sculpture—From Huang Tu-shui, Yuyu Yang , Ju Ming to Li Kuang-yu
2. Date and Time: May 14, 2025 (Wednesday) 19:00-21:00
3. Venue: International Conference Hall, Macronix Building (1F)
4. Speakers: Hsiao Chiung-jui (Honorary Professor, Department of History, NCKU)
5. Host:Ma Meng-ching (Associate Professor ,Center for General Education, NTHU)
6. Notes:

(1) This seminar falls under the scope of the general education curriculum. To protect the rights of students taking general education courses, online registration is limited, and it will be closed once the slots are filled. This seminar does not allow on-site registration. We apologize for any inconvenience.

(2)This event will be videotaped and recorded on-site. Registering for this event implies consent to authorize the organizers to record and use your personal image, as well as agreeing to allow the organizers to reproduce or edit the collected images and sounds from the event for future promotional and outcome documentation purposes.

(3)The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the event and updates will be based on the information provided on the event website.

(4)On the event day, registration will be open from 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm. Please note that seating is limited, and once all seats are occupied, no further entry will be allowed. This is to maintain the quality of the event, so we kindly request all attendees to arrive early and take their seats.

(5)This event offers 2 hours of lifelong learning credits for government employees. If you wish to apply for these credits, please register at the check-in desk during the event entry period.

★Documentary Screening: MY MENTOR MY FATHER Registration link​​​​​

1. Title: MY MENTOR MY FATHER
2. Date and Time: May 13, 2025 (Tuesday) 19:00-21:00
3. Venue: Room 311, Education Building
4. Post-Screening Discussion:

(1)Bhikkhuni Kuan Chien (Mr. Yuyu Yang’s daughter, Abbot, Yonghsiu Vihara, Hsinchu; Chairman, Chue Feng Buddhist Art and Culture Foundation)

(2)Wang Ya-wei (Associate Professor ,Department of Radio & Television, National Chengchi University)

5. Host: Ma Meng-ching (Associate Professor , Center for General Education, NTHU)

6. Notes:

(1) This seminar falls under the scope of the general education curriculum. To protect the rights of students taking general education courses, online registration is limited, and it will be closed once the slots are filled. This seminar does not allow on-site registration. We apologize for any inconvenience.

(2) This event will be videotaped and recorded on-site. Registering for this event implies consent to authorize the organizers to record and use your personal image, as well as agreeing to allow the organizers to reproduce or edit the collected images and sounds from the event for future promotional and outcome documentation purposes.

(3) The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the event and updates will be based on the information provided on the event website.

(4) On the event day, registration will be open from 6:00 pm to 6:50 pm. Please note that seating is limited, and once all seats are occupied, no further entry will be allowed. This is to maintain the quality of the event, so we kindly request all attendees to arrive early and take their seats.

(5) This event offers 2 hours of lifelong learning credits for government employees. If you wish to apply for these credits, please register at the check-in desk during the event entry period.

 

★Yuyu Yang’s Sculptures on the NTHU & NYCU Campuses—A Guided Tour (Online registration opens on March 17)

1. Topic: Yuyu Yang’s Sculptures on the NTHU & NYCU Campuses (Limited to 30 participants)
2. Date and Time: May 16, 2025 (Friday) 15:00
3. Meeting Point: The Thinker Statue in front of Macronix Building
4. Guide: Mr. Yang Chun (Designer; B.Arch., Ming Chuan University; Eldest Grandson of Yuyu Yang; Board Member, Yuyu Yang Art Education Foundation)
5. Notes:

(1) This event will be videotaped and recorded on-site. Registering for this event implies consent to authorize the organizers to record and use your personal image, as well as agreeing to allow the organizers to reproduce or edit the collected images and sounds from the event for future promotional and outcome documentation purposes.

(2) The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the event and updates will be based on the information provided on the event website.

(3) This event is limited to 30 participants. As the opportunity is rare, selected participants are kindly encouraged to seize the chance to attend.

(4) This event offers 2 hours of lifelong learning credits for government employees. If you wish to apply for these credits, please register at the meeting point.

 

 

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If you have any questions about the above information, please contact us at: cge@my.nthu.edu.tw

Organizer: Center for General Education, National Tsing Hua University

Co-organizers: Yuyu Yang Art Education Foundation, Chue Feng Buddhist Art and Culture Foundation

Sponsor: Tsing Hua Masters Exemplary Inheritance Program
Event Contact: Mr. Xu, 03-5742835