01.Themes:
(1) The beauty of the sea
(2) what we can do for the ocean on global warming problem

02.Qualification for participants:
The competition is open to children all over the world between the age of 4 and 15 years.

03.Entry rules:
(1) Style of painting is free: crayons, color pencils, watercolors, collage, etc.
(2) Size: within 55cm x 40cm (Mounting and framing are unnecessary)
(3) The number of entries by each child is limited to one.
(4) Only hard copy of painting will be accepted.
(5) The participant should carry the following information in English and Block letters on the back of painting.
[ Full name/ Boy or Girl/Age and Date of birth(day/month/year)/ Name of school and (including contact person and phone number)/Full home address(including phone number)/E-mail/ Title of the entry ]
Or download the identification label from the website. Fill in details and paste it on the back of painting.
(6) Submit entries:

Please mark “Yang Ming 3rd International Children’s Painting Competition” on the envelope and submit paintings to YM office in your regions.
(List of YML office: www.yml.com.tw) Or submit the paintings directly to:

Keelung Municipal Nuan-Shi Elementary School
No.350, Nuannuan St., Nuannuan District, Keelung City 205, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

Deadline date : October 25, 2010.

Download Identification label – - English version – - Chinese version – -
Terms and Conditions – - English version – - Chinese version – -

Congratulation to all 2010 HES recipients!!!

Any questions regarding the sholarship information,  please email: julietsai@cultural.teco.org.au

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

For appointment at the assistant professor level, applicants should hold a Ph.D. and demonstrate the potential to achieve, or have a strong record for research and teaching. Candidates in higher ranks should have an established record of both strong research and teaching .

ABOUT THE INSTITUTE AND UNIVERSITY

NSYSU was established in 1980 at Kaohsiung, the second largest metropolitan in Taiwan and has emerged over the years as one of the best comprehensive universities in the country. In 2002 NSYSU was named by the Ministry of Education as one of the country’s seven major research-intensive universities. The Institute was established in 1997 and is one of the best graduate program of its kind in Taiwan. The Institute offers Master’s program.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

The deadline for applications is on Oct. 31, 2010; however, review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should review and follow those requirements on the website: http://icm.cm.nsysu.edu.tw

And please send those required documents to:

Institute of Communications Management, National Sun Yat-sen University,

70, Lien-hai Road, District of Gu-shan,

Kaohsiung City, 804, Taiwan.

Contact phone number: 886-7-5252000 ext. 4951   Fax: 886-7-5254969

Email: mmazaa@mail.nsysu.edu.tw  

In addition to choosing Taipei as the residency location, Taiwan artists can also choose to fulfill the residency through the exchange programs at institutions in Japan, Australia, New Zealand, USA and France up to 3 months provided with funding support and studio space. Artists are also encouraged to reach out on their own to programs worldwide and further apply for additional funding supports through our “Boundary Break-Through Project”.

Other than the international open call for artists of any nationality, the competitive category, international artists-in-residence, will continue the “New Immigrants Taiwan” project for Southeast Asian artists, as well as the “Artists from Sister Cities of Taipei” for artists who base in any of the 49 sister cities.

Since the establishment of Taipei Artist Village, “Barry Room” has witnessed numerous artists’ creative ideas nourished in Taipei. Due to the small number of exhibiting spaces in Taipei and the financial difficulties that most artists encounter, starting from last year Barry Room calls for innovative exhibition proposals with free space charge and will continue in 2011.

The application deadline for both artists-in-residence and exhibition programs will be 2010-7-12 (by postmark). Please download the application guideline and form from the website: http://www.artistvillage.org/en_artist_apply.php . Application through email is NOT acceptable.

For inquiries about artist-in-residence, please email to air@artistvillage.org ; for inquiries about exhibition, please email to exhibition@artistvillage.org ; or call +886 2 3393 7377 * 407/208.

The TOP is administrated by the Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency-Huayu (SC-TOP) on four levels, with these being: Beginners, Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced.

For the Basic, Intermediate and Advanced levels of TOP, each level has three sections, including listening, vocabulary and grammar, and reading.

TOP test takers who passed the requirement of TOP will receive certificate. The certificate can serve as a Chinese proficiency credential for:

• Applying for the “MOE Mandarin Scholarship” or “Taiwan Scholarship”.
• Applying for the academic programs at colleges or universities in Taiwan.
• Serving as a reference of Chinese subject for University Entrance Committee for Overseas Chinese Students in Taiwan.
• Serving as a job-required proof of Chinese language proficiency.

For more information regarding the 2010 TOP and how to prepare for it, please visit website of the Steering Committee for the Test of Proficiency-Huayu (SC-TOP ) http://www.sc-top.org.tw/

About the 2010 TOP in QLD

The register period of 2010 Top in Queensland is from May 20^th to July 26^th, 2010 and the tests will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, 19^th September, 2010. The venue information is as follows,

(1) Chung-Tian Chinese School of Queensland, Pristdale :

      Janice Tsai 0430161085      

      school@chungtian.org.au ,janicetsai2009@gmail.com

(2) University of Queensland:

     Shirley Liu 0418736878 

     shirley.liu@uq.edu.au

(3) Chung-Tian Chinese School of Queensland, Gold Coast:

     Rose Wu 0413056168

     chi_189@hotmail.com

Regarding the further information of TOP, please refer to the contact information as above, Cultural Division of TECO( info@cultural.teco.org.au ) or visit http://www.sc-top.org.tw

To download the 2010 TOP registration form, please click here

Please provide a copy of the offer letter of the language centre you intend to study and a signed copy of Terms of  Agreement to Julie Tsai (Ground Floor, 53 Blackall St, Barton, ACT 2600) via post before June 30, 2010, or your will be disqualified automatically. Any questions regarding the sholarship, please email: julietsai@cultural.teco.org.au

Under keen competiton of an overall 4,500 participating films, all of these films are first-time participants in a film festival and recognized as the best in each sub-categories.

The fibe documentaries are as follows,

Tradition Meets Mondernity, New Energy for Taiwanese Music (當傳統遇上現代，台灣音樂新活力), published by the Government Information Office, introduces Taiwan music, diverse culture and creativity, combining tradition and modern.

[In Taiwan, music moves to a different beat. While Western, Japanese, Chinese and other types of world music are popular, Taiwan’s specialities are traditional styles and fusion music the marriage of traditional forms with modern interpretations. These forms, and today’s outstanding artists, are introduced in this film.While the phenomenon of fusion music is seen around the world, when artists like Taiwanese opera singer Kuo Chun-Mei and electronic composer Su Tong-Da team up, the results are remarkable and unique. The indigenous members of band Totem incorporate elements of their heritage into their modern rock music, while Kou Chou Ching drops beats telling old tales once shared by street performers to a new, hip-hop rhythm.No matter which forms of music you enjoy, such as modern, traditional or fusion , Taiwan’s creative artists are sure to please.]

Taiwan innovation Gene (台灣創意基因) depicts how Taiwan integrates creative design into industries to crate new business opportunities.

[This little island covers less than 0.03 percent of the earth’s land area. Its people account for a mere 0.4 percent of the world’s population. You may never have visited Taiwan, yet high-tech gadgets that were “Made in Taiwan” have, most likely, become part of your everyday life. Now, the integration of this nation’s manufacturing capabilities with innovative technologies is giving rise to a new global trend—“Created in Taiwan.” Taiwan Innovation Gene begins by describing the powerful synergy that can arise when Taiwan’s traditional manufacturers join forces with creative designers. In so doing, it introduces some of the cutting-edge products that such cross-sector collaboration has brought forth. The film goes on to examine how one high-tech enterprise has vastly increased the competitiveness of its products by transforming operations, and then highlights the new business opportunities that can be forged through combining art with technology. Finally, a glimpse is offered into the limitless potential of children and students—Taiwan’s seeds of creativity. This film goes beyond portraying Taiwan’s innovative technological achievements. It reveals what this nation has learned through observing the development of an ever-more technology-centered world, and is a testament to Taiwan’s endeavors to reach a stage where its businesses are no longer merely churning out products en masse, but are recognized by the world for their creations.]

Let’s be friends (台灣對外推廣華與文教學) shows that Taiwan holds the edge of well-preserved Chinese culture, along with friendly people, diverse cultures, is the best destination for those who whish to learn Chinese languages.

[A new century has dawned, and the winds of history are blowing toward the East. Mandarin Chinese is gaining in popularity all over the world. This film details the lives of students of this language who have traveled to Taiwan to study, teach, or settle down. Their experiences serve to show just how much fun learning Chinese and living in Taiwan are. We invite you to journey to Taiwan. Here you will find a home away from home, a realm where Chinese culture thrives. The people here are friendly, open, and always willing to help you practice your language skills. In Taiwan, you will have the time of your life as you learn Chinese and experience a distinctive local culture.Come on! We’re waiting for you!]

Sharing Taiwan with the World (台灣，不寂寞) records how Taiwan government and its people make contribution to the world through giving medical, technological and humanitary aids.

[Natured by firm conviction.The  seeds we’ve planted are blooming.Our desire to help rooted in the simple thought.We, Too, are part of the world.Expertise in diverse arts and humanitarian aid.

Married with the spirit of dedication and service has enabled us to create realms of cooperation blind to nationality, skin color and politics.May our urge to give a helping hand, to reach out and touch the heart continue bearing fruit the world over.]

Stories from Faraway (遠方來的故事) records how birds of passage travel thousands of miles for breeding.

Held annually, the WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival has been dedicated to provide a stage for independent films and budding cinematic talents.