2026/06/02

NVIDIA Seeks Presentation Designers with Salaries up to NT$6.5 Million

NVIDIA is recruiting Presentation Designers with remote work opportunities and annual salaries of up to NT$6.5 million. The position highlights the growing demand for visual communication and presentation design skills in the AI industry, showing that career opportunities at leading tech companies extend beyond engineering roles.

Source: udn News

2026/05/30

MCU DMD Wins Gold at 2026 Vision Get Wild Awards

A student team from the Department of Digital Media Design at Ming Chuan University won the Gold Award in the Mobile Game Category at the 2026 Vision Get Wild Awards with their original mobile game, NeXoria. Developed by Chen Chih-Yin, Yeh Pin-Yen, Lee Chin-An, Chung Chia-Te, and Lin Chien-Ho under the guidance of Prof. Lin Chao-Yu, the project showcased outstanding achievements in game design, visual art, user experience, and technical integration.

Source: MCU Weekly

2026/05/20

MCU Professor Po-Nien Chen Wins Excellence Award at ANBD 2026 Special Exhibition

At the recent special exhibition hosted by the Asia Network Beyond Design (ANBD), Professor Po-Nien Chen from the Department of Digital Media Design at Ming Chuan University clinched the "Excellent Award" with his poster design, Vein City. Responding to the theme "Coexistence of Nature and Humanity," the award-winning artwork seamlessly blends the imagery of leaf veins into urban textures to symbolize a continuous flow of life energy, showcasing exceptional design aesthetics on the international stage.

Source: Ming Chuan Weekly

2026/05/20

MCU Digital Media Design Team Wins Merit Award at 2026 Youth Innovative Design Festival

At the "2026 Youth Innovative Design Festival" organized by the Bureau of Cultural Affairs, Kaohsiung City Government, the graduation project LOGIC ERROR won the Merit Award in the Creative Digital Video Category of Digital Multimedia and Game Design. Guided by Professor Po-Shu Teng, the 3D animated short film was co-created by eight students: Jung-Han Chang, Jiun-Yang Zheng, Yi-Xun Lai, Jhen-Jhen Ai, Chen-Xin Jiang, Yong-Jun Xiao, Yun-Chieh Li, and Wan-Rou Shao.

Set in a futuristic city governed by smart systems, LOGIC ERROR explores a world where human emotions are treated as system glitches, following a protagonist torn between cold rational order and warm memories. Through refined visuals and a compelling worldview, the animation reflects on the irreplaceable value of human emotion and freedom in the age of AI.

Source: Ming Chuan Weekly

2026/05/15

Ming Chuan University Partners with Sanrio Entertainment to Establish an International Internship and Tourism Talent Development Platform — The First Overseas Partner Institution

Ming Chuan University held the “International Exchange and Educational Cooperation Signing Ceremony between Ming Chuan University and Sanrio Entertainment Co., Ltd.” at its Taipei campus on May 13. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was officially signed by Ming Chuan University President Lee Hsien-Shih and Ms. Aya Komaki, President and Representative Director of Sanrio Entertainment, establishing a Taiwan–Japan industry-academia collaboration and international talent development framework. Ming Chuan University has also become the first overseas institution officially partnered with the Sanrio Group, marking an important milestone in international education, tourism entertainment, and youth talent cultivation.

This collaboration will center on Ming Chuan University’s “7+1 Semester Internship Education Model,” integrating the university’s extensive resources in international and tourism talent development with Sanrio Entertainment’s practical industry environment. The program will provide students with opportunities to undertake internships and cross-cultural learning experiences in Japan. After completing seven semesters of professional coursework on campus, students will have the opportunity to participate in a one-semester corporate internship in Japan. Through direct involvement in business operations, event planning, tourism services, and intercultural communication, students will strengthen their professional capabilities and international workplace competitiveness while preparing for the global job market.

In his remarks, President Lee Hsien-Shih stated that Ming Chuan University has long promoted internationalization and practice-oriented education. Through this partnership, students will be able to engage with Japan’s industrial environment during their studies, cultivating intercultural communication skills and a global perspective while building a seamless connection between education and employment. President Lee also emphasized that, beyond deepening university-enterprise collaboration, both parties look forward to leveraging Sanrio’s resources in regional revitalization and tourism industries in Japan to develop more diverse models of cooperation among industry, government, and academia, thereby creating new opportunities for Taiwan–Japan youth exchange.

Sanrio Entertainment operates two major theme parks: Sanrio Puroland in Tokyo and Harmonyland in Kyushu, both of which integrate creativity, tourism, and education into brand development. Ms. Aya Komaki, President and Representative Director of Sanrio Entertainment, led the delegation attending the signing ceremony, accompanied by Director Kentaro Kihara, Executive Officer Kazuko Yanai, and Hiroshi Kagawa, Senior Advisor of the Japan International Exchange Association. Representatives from Ming Chuan University included Vice President for International Affairs and Industry-Academia Promotion Lee Lan-Yu, Deputy Director of the Career Planning Division Lin Han-Tso, Director of the Japan Education and Culture Center Feng Yen-Kuo, and other university officials, all witnessing this important milestone in Taiwan–Japan educational collaboration.

Source: Ming Chuan Weekly

2026/04/18

Academic Year 2026 “Love Ming Chuan – Truly Love Digital Media” Successfully Concluded

A heartfelt thank you to the 342 parents and high school students who enthusiastically participated. Your presence filled the event with energy, warmth, and excitement.

Through this information session, we believe everyone gained a deeper understanding of the Department of Digital Media Design, College of Design, at Ming Chuan University, and moved one step closer to their ideal university choice.

We look forward to meeting you at Ming Chuan in the future and beginning an exciting university journey together!

Event files and photos: https://reurl.cc/Ga5XKD

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If you are interested in the Department of Digital Media Design, please join the “Ming Chuan Digital Media Design Department” fan page.

2026/04/06

The 23rd Graduation Exhibition
Department of Digital Media Design

XVerse

Centered on the unknown and infinite possibilities, XVerse envisions every creative idea as a star and trajectory within the universe.
The four major fields — game design, animation, interactive design, and film production — serve as navigators, exploring and connecting the world through their own professional perspectives. Together, they converge into a diverse creative universe, where every designer leaves behind a unique and shining mark.

On-Campus Exhibition
April 13, 2026 (Mon) – April 17, 2026 (Fri)
First Floor Atrium, Design Building

YODEX – Young Designers’ Exhibition 2026
May 22, 2026 (Fri) – May 25, 2026 (Mon)
4F, Hall 2, TaiNEX 2, Booth D-21

2026/03/18

Ming Chuan University Collaborates with Industry to Launch AI Workforce Training Program, Enhancing Students’ Job Readiness

In response to the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and the accelerating trend of digital transformation across industries, the Department of Digital Media Design at Ming Chuan University has partnered with Seven Algorithm Integration Co., Ltd., along with six enterprises spanning digital design, audiovisual production, electronic technology, and integrated marketing. Together, they officially launched the “AI Job-Ready Workforce Enhancement Program” on March 9.

This initiative adopts a collaborative model involving both industry professionals and students, aiming to strengthen the practical linkage between academia and industry. Through hands-on engagement, students not only learn AI technologies but also gain direct exposure to real-world challenges faced by enterprises in business operations and digital transformation. This approach enables students to develop the ability to analyze and solve practical problems effectively.

The training program focuses on cultivating interdisciplinary AI integration capabilities, aligning with the educational goals of “industry-driven talent development” and “curriculum enhancement,” while significantly improving students’ competitiveness in the future job market. According to Department Chair Dr. Shih-Chien Chan, the structured training series allows students to grasp AI application trends and related technologies, while also gaining insights into corporate management and decision-making processes through industry-academia co-creation. This provides a solid foundation for their future career development.

In addition, to keep pace with the rapid evolution of AI technologies, the Department established the “AI Audiovision Nexus Lab” in 2025. The lab offers a comprehensive experimental environment that supports AI-assisted illustration, animation generation, AI music and sound design, as well as interactive interface development. Equipped with high-performance hardware and professional software, the lab enables students to master generative design workflows and AI application logic through practical training. As a result, students are well-prepared with industry-relevant skills prior to graduation, embodying Ming Chuan University’s “Ten Competencies Education” philosophy and demonstrating its ongoing commitment to AI education and industry-academia collaboration.

2026/02/26

Ming Chuan University 2026 International Conference on Excellence in Higher Education

In an era defined by global net-zero transformation and the urgency of sustainable development, the role of design is evolving—from a creator of form to a driver of systems thinking and innovation strategy. Centered on the theme “Sustainable Futures × Design Innovation,” this conference highlights how design responds to critical issues in the net-zero era, including environmental sustainability, technological application, and industrial transformation.

The symposium will bring together scholars and industry experts to share sustainable design practices, innovative case studies, and forward-looking perspectives. Through keynote speeches and paper presentations, participants will gain insight into emerging design trends, broaden their professional horizons, and foster interdisciplinary dialogue as well as industry–academia collaboration.

We warmly invite faculty members, students, and professionals interested in sustainable development, innovative design, AI applications, and industrial transformation to join us in exploring actionable pathways and future possibilities for design in the net-zero era.

📅 Date: March 13 (Friday)

🌐 Event Information: http://web.sdsymposia.mcu.edu.tw/

📌 Contact Person: Pei-Chen Hung (Ext. 3283)

We look forward to welcoming you and working together to address the challenges of a sustainable future through the power of design.

2026/02/26

Meet Ming Chuan | 3/7 Online Admissions Information Session

Interested in learning more about the academic strengths and diverse programs at Ming Chuan University? Join our “Meet Ming Chuan — Online Admissions Information Session” and get all the key insights about the admissions process from the comfort of your home via Microsoft Teams.

✅Attend online and quickly explore each department’s unique characteristics and development directions.

✅ Engage in live Q&A with professors

✅ Discover academic programs | Learn about faculty and facilities | Plan your future

✅ Get answers to all your questions about the application process and campus life

📌 Date & Time: March 7, 2026 | 13:30–14:30

🎯 Target Audience: Prospective high school students (Academic Year 2026) and parents

📞 Contact: Admissions Center, Office of Academic Affairs | +886-2-2880-9748

📝 Register Now: 👉 Click here to sign up

We look forward to meeting you online and exploring the unlimited possibilities at Ming Chuan University together.

2026/02/26

Nine Faculty Members from the Department of Digital Media Pass the “Generative AI Art and Design Competency” Certification

To enhance faculty expertise in the professional application of generative artificial intelligence, nine faculty members from the Department of Digital Media participated in and successfully passed the “Generative AI Art and Design Competency” certification examination organized by the Institute for Information Industry.

This certification focuses on the practical application of generative AI in visual creation and art design. The assessment covers AI image generation workflows, prompt engineering, creative integration strategies, and ethical considerations in AI usage. Through structured training and formal evaluation, participating faculty members have strengthened their ability to integrate AI tools into both teaching practice and creative production.

The Department will continue promoting the integration of AI into curriculum design and professional certification guidance, with the aim of enhancing overall teaching quality and equipping students with the competencies needed to remain competitive amid digital transformation and evolving industry landscapes.

2025/11/10

D-mart Wins Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design 2025

Faculty and Students Attend Award Ceremony in Berlin

One of the world’s most influential design awards, the Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design 2025, held its award ceremony on November 7, 2025, at the Konzerthaus Berlin in Germany.

The 22nd Graduation Exhibition Curatorial Team of the Department of Digital Media Design at Ming Chuan University, titled D-mart, was honored with the Red Dot Award: Winner. Faculty members and students traveled to Berlin to attend the ceremony in person, marking a significant milestone in the department’s international achievements.

In addition to receiving the award, the D-mart team was also invited to exhibit their work as part of the “Taiwan Cultural Year in Europe” initiative organized by Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, further extending the project’s international visibility.

This prestigious recognition highlights the innovative energy, curatorial vision, and global competitiveness of Ming Chuan University’s design education, reaffirming the Department of Digital Media Design’s strong presence on the international design stage.