This year's commencement was held in the afternoon of June 9^th. Proud families and friends gathered together with joyous graduates to celebrate this memorable moment. Dr. Charles H.C. Kao, the President of Global Views Educational Foundation, presented a speech to encourage the graduates "to be a professional within your field and knowledgeable outside of your field of expertise." President Chen first congratulated the graduating class for their successful completion of their degree requirements, noted that whether the graduates decide to enter job market or continue their studies, NTHU will always be a home they can return to.

President Chen expressed that the theme of this year's graduation is "Rebirth", which is derived from the word "Renaissance." Renaissance is also a reference to the cultural renaissance that a nation may experience during a cultural revolution. President Chen encouraged each new graduate to become a renaissance person with vast knowledge and full of talents. A Renaissance person, he explained is a person who has ambitious, curiosity, and is eager to learn.

Dr. Kao agreed with President Chen and emphasized that it is important for students to study first class materials and be a first class personnel. He indicated that the students at NTHU are very fortunate, because their curriculums are diverse, and there are plenty of international exchange programs and volunteer opportunities. The institution also offers double major programs, and NTHU does not just provide professional training but also nurtures humanities studies. Dr. Kao further emphasized "do not envy those government officials, wealthy business men, and shining stars, we need to take them as role models to learn how they worked in their professional fields, and how they enjoy life after work."

Dr. Kao further said it is very important to be attentive in the era of technological information, and it is impossible to read all the literatures in the world, therefore, we have to be selective and read only the best materials. Dr. Kao mentioned that when acquiring information it is important to evaluate its quality, accuracy and usefulness, because only those who are attentive can be innovative.

A splendid display of fireworks marked the end of the celebration. The firework is a token from NTHU to all its graduating students wishing them the best in their future.