Supported by the Ocean Affairs Council, NTU International College and the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology (NMMST) held a two-day course, “The Ocean Connects Us: Science × Culture × Community,” from September 19–20, 2025. Designed by the International Master’s Program in Biodiversity (IMB), the program explored how marine ecology, culture, and community intersect.
Nearly 70 students from over 25 countries participated. The course began at NMMST with museum tours and hands-on workshops on seaweed diversity and coral observation, combining science with community engagement. Students also visited Keelung Miaokou Night Market to see marine resources reflected in local culture. On the second day, participants explored a fishing village, learning traditional practices, ecological management, and the impacts of climate change on local livelihoods.
The program concluded with group discussions and reflections, fostering cross-cultural dialogue on sustainable fisheries, climate change, and community resilience. IMB Director Prof. Chia-Ying Ko encouraged students to carry their “impressions of the ocean” forward and use this experience to inspire interdisciplinary collaboration and sustainable solutions.
To see article on QS Gen: https://qs-gen.com/ntu-hosts-global-ocean-education-program/