On March 28, 2025, the University of Taipei officially signed a cooperation agreement with the Republic of China Swimming Association at the Shixin Hall on the Tianmu campus. The two parties will collaborate to promote domestic swimming competitions, cultivate water sports talent, and provide students with internship and observation opportunities to deepen practical experience in sports management and venue safety. The signing ceremony was attended by the Secretary General of the Republic of China Swimming Association, Zeng Zheng-Zhong, and his delegation, including Vice Presidents Chen Fu-Long, Zhou Mei-Hui, Li Ming-Kun, Executive Directors Xiao Chun-Ming, Peng Cui-Hua, Director Chen Shang-Yi, Supervisors Lin Rui-Lan, Cai Xin-Yun, and Zeng Ling-Ya. The University of Taipei delegation was led by President Chiu Ying-Hao, accompanied by Vice President Zeng Guo-Wei, Director of General Affairs Li Yu-Rui, Secretary-General Guo Jin-Quan, Director of Athletics Chen Jian-Li, Dean of the College of Sports, Dr. Zhou Jian-Zhi, Director of the Institute of Sports Science Dr. Hou Jian-Wen, Director of the Department of Water Sports Dr. Xu Zhi-Jie, Professors Xu Qiong-Yun and Liu De-Zhi, and Public Relations Center Director Liu Yu-Yun. In his speech, President Chiu Ying-Hao highlighted the long-standing commitment of the Republic of China Swimming Association to the development of swimming sports in Taiwan and praised its dedication to nurturing swimming talent. He noted that the University of Taipei has long excelled in swimming sports, with past department heads and current leaders, such as Director Xu Zhi-Jie and Professor Xu Qiong-Yun, having laid a strong foundation for the university. Last year, the university won 24 gold medals in water sports competitions. President Chiu emphasized that this cooperation not only represents the outcome of joint efforts but also marks the beginning of a new chapter in promoting swimming in Taiwan. With the university's leading swimming facilities, the partnership will further expand to provide students with more internships and learning opportunities, aiming to elevate the competitive level and talent development in swimming. Additionally, President Chiu mentioned that Director Xu Zhi-Jie, a former Olympic athlete who now works in administration, hopes the Swimming Association will provide further support to enhance the university's swimming education and research. Secretary General Zeng Zheng-Zhong of the Republic of China Swimming Association expressed that the signing ceremony was of great significance to the association and showcased the excellent development of the University of Taipei under the leadership of President Chiu. He particularly emphasized that the university has the best swimming facilities in Taiwan, even surpassing the national team’s training center. This provides Taiwanese swimmers with a superior training and competition environment. In recent years, the Swimming Association has been pushing for reforms to improve the competition environment and athlete development, and the University of Taipei has demonstrated strong capabilities in swimming, winning numerous domestic competition medals. He looks forward to expanding the cooperation to other water sports, such as diving, to enhance Taiwan's overall competitiveness in water sports, ensuring that Taiwanese swimming continues to shine on international stages. This collaboration will not only strengthen the professional skills of University of Taipei students but also inject more youthful energy into the operation and management of swimming events in Taiwan. Both parties will continue to deepen exchanges and work together to promote the sustainable development of water sports.

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Date: 2025/03/28