Graduate Institute of Russian Studies, NCCU

This session will analyze Russia's role in reshaping the global order from a macro perspective, exploring key political, economic, and security issues. It will help you grasp the pulse of international developments and deepen your understanding of Russia's trajectory. We cordially invite those interested to join us.   Speaker: Dr. Ting Ting Chang, Assistant Professor, International Affairs Master's/Diplomacy Bachelor's Programs, International College, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan   Date: December 9, 2025 Time: 12:00-13:30 Language: Chinese Location: Room 270810, 8F, N. Wing General Building Registration: https://reurl.cc/LQ4Oex **Lunch will be provided**

We are pleased to invite you to a special lecture by Dr. Matteo Fumagalli, Dean of Graduate Studies at the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science and Director of the Institute of Middle East, Central Asia and the Caucasus Studies, University of St Andrews.   Title: Entry, Access, Bans and Returns: Reflections on Positionality in Field Research in the Post-Soviet Space Date: December 4, 2025, 15:00 - 16:30 Venue: Room 270810, North Wing, General Building Register Now: https://shorturl.at/jSfSe   **All students and faculty interested in post-Soviet studies, fieldwork methods, and political research are warmly welcome.**

Office Summer Break Schedule 8:30-12:00 13:30-17:00 18,25 of July and 8,15,22 of August will be closed(University-wide summer break)

Notice Regarding Office Hours During the 2024 Winter Holiday As announced by the Personnel Office of our school: I.Common winter holiday January 2, 2026 (Friday) February 13, 2026 (Friday) The above dates are designated as university-wide winter holidays, during which the university will be closed to the public.   II.Chinese New Year  Chinese New Year period runs from February 14 to February 22, 2016. All offices will be closed during this time.   III.Other periods Except for the aforementioned holidays, office hours during winter break will generally follow the university's standard schedule. Any temporary changes will be announced separately. Faculty, students, and external visitors are kindly requested to note the relevant timelines and plan their business visits accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation.

Career Development represented by Graduate Institute of Russian Studies: From Social Sciences to Financial Management Switch your path: From social sciences to finance—you can do it too! Want to know how we can successfully transition from social sciences into financial management? Want to learn about practical experience and key mindsets for cross-industry career transitions? This lecture will take you through the authentic career journey of alumna CHEN,CHIEH-YU. Through her stories, you will know it is okay to switch your path. The 114-1 Semester Awards Ceremony will also be held that day, let us celebrate the academic achievements and moments of growth together! Lunch boxes will be provided for this event. Students are warmly invited to sign up! Speaker: CHEN,CHIEH-YU Date: 27 of November,2025 Time: 12:10 – 14:00 Location: General Building of Colleges (North) 270810 Register Link: https://shorturl.at/isL3

Announcement of Graduate Student Scholarship Recipients for the First Semester of Academic Year 114   Graduate Student Scholarship Recipients for the First Semester of Academic Year 114 Year 1: OO YEH   Year 2 : OO CHANG /　OO CHANG  Year 3: OO LIAU

Ready to let curiosity and adventure lead the way? Journey into the heart of Central Asia, where border roads unfurl across boundless grasslands, snow lit peaks, ancient winding cities, and vivid bazaars. This is more than travel; it’s a magical crossing that reshapes the world you thought you knew.   Speaker: Ms. Sophie Chen, Graduate (2023–2025), Master’s Program in Middle East and Central Asia, National Chengchi University Date: November 25, 2025 (Tue) Time: 12:30 - 14:30 Venue: Room 270810, 8F North Wing, General Building **Event conduct in Chinese** **Lunch will be provided, please arrive on time!**   Register Now: https://shorturl.at/bcAtZ

The Graduate Institute of Russian Studies is honored to invite Dr. Martin Štefek, Head of the Department of Political Science at Charles University and Deputy Director at the Institute for Contemporary History, Czech Academy of Sciences, to deliver a special lecture on the Transformations of the Party System in the Czech Republic.   Date: November 13, 2025 Time: 15:00 - 16:30 Venue: Room 270810, 8th Floor N. Wing, General Building of College, NCCU   Speaker: Dr. Martin Štefek Head of the Department of Political Science, Charles University Deputy Director, Institute for Contemporary History, Czech Academy of Sciences All faculty and students are warmly welcome to join and take part in this insightful discussion on Central European politics.   Note: **Free admission, no registration required.** **The lecture will be conducted in English.** **To obtain your attendance certificate, please register using the link: https://shorturl.at/mQfH9**  

Interview for the 115 Academic Year Admission Examination   Eligibility: All examinees Interview Date: November 8, 114(2025), starting at 10:00 AM Notice: On the day of the interview, please proactively present your photo ID and admission ticket. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time to complete check-in procedures. Location: Room 270810, 8/f,General Building of Colleges (North)  Timetable for interviews   Examinees Number Examination duration(15 minute per person) Exam admission number   10:00-10:30 Examination preparation 1 10:30 - 10:45 31310001 2 10:47 - 11:02 31310002 3 11:04 - 10:19 31310003 4 11:21 - 11:36 31310004 5 11:38 - 11:53 31310005 6 11:55 - 12:10 31310006 7 13:15 – 13:30 31310007 8 13:32 – 13:47 31310008 9 13:49 – 14:04 31310009 10 14:06 – 14:21 31310010 11 14:23 – 14:38 31310011 12 14:40 – 14:55 31310012 13 14:57 – 15:12 31310013 14 15:14 – 15:29 31310014 15 15:31 – 15:46 31310015 16 15:48 – 16:03 31310016 17 16:05 – 16:20 31310017

Career Development represented by Graduate Institute of Russian Studies: Exchange live in Estonia   Do you want to know about daily life and study abroad experiences in the Baltic countries? From medieval old towns to the modern digital realm, let's hear from our senior about his real-life experiences studying abroad in Estonia! Date: 13 of November,2025 Time: 12:10-13:30  Location: General Building of Colleges (North) 270810 Speaker: HUANG,YI-HAO（Exchanged to Tallinna Ülikool at 2022 - 2023 ）   Lunch boxes will be provided for this event. Students are warmly invited to sign up! We cordially invite all faculty and students to join us in this grand event and experience the warmth and inspiration of cross-cultural exchange!   Register through following link: https://shorturl.at/JCehu