Striving for Global Excellence: Forging a New Chapter for CCS

Professor Shiuhpyng Shieh Assumes Deanship, Leading the College Toward a New Milestone

Since August 1, 2025, I have had the distinct honor of serving as the Dean of the College of Computer Science at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU). I accept the responsibility of continuing our college's tradition of excellence while spearheading the next phase of our mission in talent cultivation. This year, our university has achieved remarkable success in global rankings: breaking into the top 199 in the QS World University Rankings 2026; reaching a historic high of 41st globally in the THE 2025 University Impact Rankings; and climbing to 92nd in the world for "Data Science & AI" in the QS 2025 Rankings. These milestones reflect the international recognition of our college’s research in AI and information technology.

The past year has been a testament to the immense energy and outstanding performance of our faculty and students. In terms of faculty honors:

• Prof. Jyh-Cheng Chen was honored as a 2025 Distinguished Research Fellow by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC).
• Prof. Vincent S. Tseng received the 32nd TECO Award.
• Prof. Wei-Chen Chiu was selected as one of the "Ten Outstanding Young Persons."
• A research team led by Professors Jen-Hui Chuang, Wen-Hsiao Peng, Yu-Shuen Wang, Wen-Chih Peng, and Vincent S. Tseng won the "2025 Future Tech Award."
• Prof. Yi-Ju Tseng was presented with the "2024 Distinguished Teaching Award."

Furthermore, Prof. Yu-Chih Chen and Prof. Dennis Wang, were appointed as Presidential Youth Chairs; Prof. Ting-Jung Chang received the Mike Lu Alumnus Youth Chair Award. I am also humbled to have been named an IEEE Life Fellow and to receive the Distinguished Contribution Award as Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Transactions on Reliability. Regarding student achievements, a team comprising Ting-Shiuan Guan, Yu-Chi Ou, and Jhao-Wei Fan, guided by Prof. Min-Zheng Shieh, won a bronze medal at the 2025 ICPC Asia-Pacific Championship and advanced to the World Finals—a truly inspiring result.

Looking ahead, my vision is "Establishing Our Unique Identity Towards Global Excellence." I aim to lead the college in defining a clear global position, ensuring that "top talent seeks entry, and top enterprises seek to hire" becomes our hallmark.

Industrial Chairs Fueling Academic Development

This year, with the generous support of Pulsaris AI and Saviah Technologies, the College has established the "Pulsaris AI Chair" and the "Saviah Chair". Specifically, Prof. Yih-Lang Li and Prof. Ping-Chun Hsieh were honored with the Pulsaris AI Chair, while Prof. Chien Chen received the Saviah Chair. Through the continued involvement and support of the industry, we aim to inspire our exceptional faculty to further their dedication to teaching and research, jointly cultivating the next generation of tech leaders. This synergy between academia and industry has also become a vital driving force for the College's infrastructure and long-term development.

HuaJen Hall Fundraising: Co-creating the Next Decade

This year marks a significant milestone with the official launch of " HuaJen Hall (Computer Science Building II)." This achievement stems from the deep-rooted gratitude of alumnus Simon Lin and the collective efforts of past deans, faculty, staff, and partners. Named after the donor's parents, HuaJen Hall symbolizes the spirit of "remembering one's roots" and carries a profound commitment to the sustainable development of education and academia.

I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to other donors who have supported the fundraising and construction of HuaJen Hall, including Alumni Association President Nathan Chiu, and alumni Mike Lu, Rock Tsai, Sunny Chen, Paul Fan, Yenwen Feng, Eric Tsa, Shiaw-Shian Yu, Lee, Yi-Ching, Prof. Chi-Yu Li, Chun-lung Hung, Li, Yue-Qin, and  Ambiq Micro, for their generous contributions. Your devotion will be engraved in the new building and reflected in its design. Moving forward, the College will continue to promote fundraising initiatives; every contribution represents a vital commitment to education and talent cultivation. We extend our most sincere thanks to all our supporters.

Additionally, in response to trends in smart healthcare, our college has collaborated with the College of Medicine to establish the "Institute of Artificial Intelligence and Medical Computing." This institute aims to train interdisciplinary talent with AI expertise. The proposal was approved by the University Council this year, and student recruitment is scheduled to begin in 2026.

I would like to extend my most sincere gratitude to all faculty, students, staff, and alumni who have contributed to this journey. I look forward to our continued collaboration as we steadily build momentum, expand cross-disciplinary cooperation, and lay a stronger foundation for the next decade, moving together toward a future of far-reaching global impact and trend-setting leadership.