中國醫藥大學中醫學院舉辦聖誕雙語嘉年華， 迎接節日的溫馨與感恩 China Medical University’s College of Chinese Medicine Held a Bilingual Christmas Carnival to Celebrate the Season of Gratitude
中國醫藥大學中醫學院於12月24日舉辦了一場充滿溫馨與感恩的雙語聖誕嘉年華活動。此次活動特別邀請中醫學院院長顏宏融教授主禮，並進行了傳統的點燈儀式，象徵著新的一年帶來希望與祝福。
顏院長在致詞中，特別感謝全體師生的辛勞與付出，並指出，正是大家的共同努力，使中醫學院不僅在教學研究方面強化了中西醫學的結合，也大力推動國際化的培訓與專業發展。顏院長表示，這些成就來自每一位師生的熱忱與貢獻，並鼓勵大家繼續在未來的日子裡，共同創造更多的突破與進步。同時，顏院長也強調中醫學院雙語化學習計劃(EMI)在提升學生英語能力和推動跨文化交流方面的重要性，並作為該計劃的主持人，積極推動學院內外的雙語教學與國際化發展。更值得一提的是，該計劃近期受到教育部的肯定，獲選升級為「生物及醫農科學」領域標竿計畫，標誌著中醫學院在雙語化教育上的卓越成就。
此次活動的舉辦也旨在實踐中醫學院的雙語化學習計劃，提升學生的英語能力，尤其是口說能力，幫助學生在學術討論和日常交流中更自信地表達自己。同時，活動也鼓勵學生更深入了解不同文化，增進對跨文化的理解，尤其是讓國際學生能夠在異鄉感受到聖誕節的團聚與溫暖，並與來自不同背景的朋友共同度過這個特殊的時刻。
活動中的感恩餐會也是當天的重要亮點，與會者不僅共享精緻美食，還特別邀請了來自不同國家的國際學生，製作並分享自己家鄉的特色料理，讓大家品嚐到來自世界各地的美味佳餚，進一步增進了不同文化之間的交流與理解。國際生郭文寶珍同學也分享了她在中國醫藥大學的求學經驗，並深入介紹了她如何更好地認識台灣的文化與風土人情，讓在場師生更深刻理解國際學生在異國學習及融入當地社會的心路歷程。
此外，活動中還安排了由中國藥學暨中藥資源學系主任、同時也是中醫學院雙語化學習計劃(EMI)執行長張文德教授主講中醫藥香料紅酒調製教學。張主任介紹了如何將中醫藥香料與紅酒結合，創造出具有養生功效和獨特風味的飲品。師生學習了如何使用枸杞、桂圓、肉桂等中藥香料，搭配紅酒，不僅提升了飲品的風味，也能帶來養生保健的效果。這場教學不僅讓師生體驗了中醫藥文化的深度應用，也讓師生了解中醫藥元素如何與現代飲品相結合，開創出新穎的飲品風格。
活動最後，師生還享受了感恩有你摸彩時刻，隨機抽取小禮物，為活動增添更多驚喜與樂趣。
中國醫藥大學中醫學院透過這次聖誕雙語嘉年華，表達對全體師生的感謝，也希望大家在這個節日季節中，能夠分享溫暖、創造美好的回憶。
活動報導:https://ccmemi.cmu.edu.tw/gallery/156
China Medical University’s College of Chinese Medicine Held a Bilingual Christmas Carnival to Celebrate the Season of Gratitude
On December 24th, College of Chinese Medicine at China Medical University held a Bilingual Christmas Carnival, filled with warmth and gratitude. The event was graced by the Dean of the College of Chinese Medicine , Professor Hung-Rong Yen,
who led a traditional lighting ceremony, symbolizing hope and blessings for the upcoming year
In his speech, Dean Yen extended heartfelt thanks to all faculty, staff, and students for their hard work and dedication. He emphasized that it’s their collective efforts that have strengthened not only the integration of Chinese and Western medicine in teaching and research, but also the international training and professional development. Dean Yen acknowledged that these achievements were made possible by the enthusiasm and contributions of every individual, and encouraged everyone to continue striving for breakthroughs and progress in the future. He also highlighted the importance of the college’s bilingual education program (EMI) in enhancing students' English proficiency and fostering cross-cultural exchange. As the host of the program, Dean Yen has been actively promoting bilingual teaching and the international development of the college. It is worth noting that the program has recently been selected for an upgrade by the Ministry of Education to the "Benchmark Program" in the field of "Biological and Medical Agricultural Sciences," marking the college's outstanding achievements in bilingual education.
The event also aimed to implement the university’s bilingual education program, improving students' English proficiency, particularly their speaking skills, to help them express themselves more confidently in academic discussions and daily communication. Furthermore, the event encouraged students to deepen their understanding of different cultures, fostering greater cross-cultural awareness. This was especially meaningful for international students, allowing them to experience the joy and togetherness of the Christmas season and celebrate with friends from diverse backgrounds.
A highlight of the event was the gratitude-filled dinner, where participants shared delicious food and engaged in relaxed conversations. International students were invited to prepare and share traditional dishes from their home countries, giving everyone a chance to taste unique and flavorful foods from around the world and fostering cross-cultural exchange. International student Theresa Tran Van Bao Quach also shared her study experiences at China Medical University, highlighting her journey of understanding Taiwan’s rich culture and local customs, offering valuable insights into the experiences of international students integrating into Taiwanese society.
In addition, the event featured a special session on the blending of traditional Chinese medicine and herbs with red wine, led by Professor Wen-Te ,Chang, the Director of the Department of Chinese Pharmaceutical Sciences and Chinese Medicinal Resources, and also the Executive Director of the college of Chinese Medicine’s bilingual education program (EMI). Professor Chang introduced how to combine Chinese medicinal and herbs with red wine to create drinks that not only enhance flavor but also provide health benefits. Participants learned how to use herbs such as goji berries, longan, and cinnamon to improve the flavor and health benefits of the wine. This educational session deepened participants' understanding of how Chinese medicine can be applied in modern practices, offering a unique experience that blends traditional Chinese elements with contemporary beverages.
The event concluded with a lucky draw session, adding excitement and surprise to the festivities.
Through this Bilingual Christmas Carnival, the college of Chinese Medicine at China Medical University expressed its heartfelt appreciation to all faculty, staff, and students, hoping that everyone could share warmth and create beautiful memories during this holiday season.