Dear NPTU new international students,

On behalf of the University, I would like to express my sincerest greeting to you regarding your decision to study at NPTU. In the next few years, faculty and staffs of NPTU promise exciting study experiences to you as a new member on this dynamic campus community. Its depth of character, traditions, diversity, commitment to academic excellence, as well as its beautiful natural surroundings contribute to making NPTU such an exemplary academic environment.

To study in a foreign land, honestly speaking, is not an easy task to many of you who may not have the experience living in a foreign country. However, the staffs of Office of International Affairs at NPTU are here to offer you a relaxing atmosphere so that we can help you to get acquainted with the campus, community, possible cultural impact. We want you to enjoy the campus and take full advantage of everything NPTU offers and, in doing so, we encourage you to take appropriate personal and collective precautions when living, learning, working, and playing at NPTU.

As for your academic development, we believe it is one of the most important issues for your stay at NPTU. Each department is here to offer a best quality of learning to our students, no matter domestic students or international ones. In the beginning of your study, the OIA will give an orientation and campus tour for our international students scheduled on the 11th of September. As mentioned, we ensure your living experience in Pingtung will be a wonderful memory in your life.

I am delighted that you have chosen to attend NPTU. I look forward to seeing you on campus. Please feel free to e-mail us at oiais@mail.nptu.edu.tw or call our office (886-8-7663800, ext. 17102) if you have any questions.

Best regards,

Yawteng Tseng

Dean of Office of International Affairs

National Pingtung University

Taiwan, R. O. C.