本校國際處於114年12月15日假圖書館演講廳，舉辦境外生足球聯隊成立儀式，宣告一支由來自不同國家學生組成的足球隊正式誕生！以球隊訓練與相關活動為媒介，國際處期使境外生在團隊合作中建立信任與凝聚力，進一步融入校園生活並強化歸屬感，同時打造更友善、多元的校園環境；陳明飛校長於會中透露，未來將尋求廠商支持，為本校的足球運動挹注更多資源。

當日除陳校長與足球聯隊教練和全體隊員外，陳良瑞副校長、林泱蔚教務長、李漢文國際長、國際處洪義盛組長與張琇惠組長以及本校足球社團學員亦出席成立儀式。會中分享聯隊錄製的練球影片，並逐一介紹來自印尼、越南、印度及中國大陸的隊員，展現球隊多元文化特色，再由教練與隊員代表宣誓；隨後進行授球儀式，由陳校長將足球交付李國際長，象徵球隊正式啟動。

創立境外生足球聯隊的構想，緣起曾育民副校長與林泱蔚教務長在一場雲嘉南大學聯盟會議中，與一所具有推動足球經驗的夥伴學校的交流。返校後，兩位師長便與同樣熱愛足球、卻苦尋不著球友的李漢文國際長一拍即合，由國際處自今年10月起，號召有興趣的境外生於每週五晚間默默展開訓練；李國際長亦身先士卒參與練球，重溫年少時馳騁球場的風采。

陳校長表示，看到境外生足球聯隊的成立，讓他想起自己年輕時赴德國求學的時光；他期勉同學們在運動之餘，能努力學習中文，未來留臺就業、發展人生。陳校長也透露，將積極尋求對足球運動充滿熱情的在地球鞋廠商支持，為球隊注入更多資源，俾使持續成長茁壯。

陳良瑞副校長則指出，成立一支足球隊並不容易，需要經費、人力，更需要滿滿的熱情；而從當日播放的影片中，可見李國際長精神抖擻、活力十足，彷彿回到年輕時代。他說，足球是全世界最受歡迎的運動，很高興境外生組織此一團隊，不僅能強健體魄，更可建立友誼，在臺灣留下美好的回憶。

李國際長感謝多方的協助，促成球隊成立，包括球隊教練─來自甘肅民族師範學院、現於本校運動系交換的田治北同學，憑藉足球專業投入訓練工作；未來運動系研究生劉仁明同學及其帶領的足球社團，也將成為球隊的重要後盾。值得一提的是，球隊自籌備以來，已引起社區民眾關注，甚至有人主動表達希望一同練球，顯示球隊不僅有助營造國際化友善校園，也可望成為連結社區的新亮點。

教練田同學指出，從組隊、磨合到正式成立，隊員彼此扶持，才有機會開啟屬於球隊的新篇章。他說，足球不只是運動，更是一種態度，象徵堅持、投入、責任與永不放棄的精神；未來大家都可能遇到挑戰、失敗或挫折，正因如此，足球才更值得熱愛與珍惜。他勉勵隊員們，任何賽事都要相信團隊、遵守規則、尊重對手與隊友，也在每一次奔跑中讓自己成長，成為更好的自己，把這支球隊帶向更高、更遠及更精彩的未來。（國際暨兩岸事務處）

NCUE’s Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs (OICA) officially launched the International Student Soccer Team on December 15 at the Library Lecture Hall, bringing together students from different countries through a shared passion for soccer.

The team aims to help international students integrate into campus life by fostering teamwork, trust, and cross-cultural exchange through regular training and activities. The initiative also reflects the University’s commitment to building a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally diverse learning environment. NCUE President Ming-Fei Chen stated that the University plans to seek corporate sponsorship to provide additional resources and support the long-term growth of soccer on campus.

In addition to President Chen, the ceremony was attended by Vice President Liang-Jui Chen, Yang-Wei Lin, Dean of the Office of Academic Affairs, Hon Man Lee, Dean of OICA, division chiefs from the International Office, the team coach, all team members, and students from the University’s soccer club. The event kicked off with a training highlight video and introductions of players from Indonesia, Vietnam, India, and Mainland China. A pledge led by the coach and a player representative followed, and the ceremony concluded with a symbolic ball presentation, as President Chen handed the soccer ball to Dean Lee, officially launching the team.

The idea for the team originated during an inter-university exchange at a Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan University Alliance meeting, where NCUE Vice President Yu-Min Tseng and Dean Yang-Wei Lin of Academic Affairs learned from a partner institution experienced in promoting soccer programs. The concept was further developed by the OICA, which began recruiting international students in October under the guidance of Dean Hon Man Lee, an avid soccer enthusiast. The team now trains every Friday evening, with Dean Lee also participating in practice sessions alongside students.

In his remarks, President Chen reflected on his experience studying in Germany and emphasized the important role of sports in international student life. He encouraged team members to pursue both athletic and academic goals, including Chinese language learning, and expressed hope that many will choose to build their futures in Taiwan. He also noted that the University will actively seek support from local sportswear and soccer-related companies to help the team grow sustainably.

Vice President Chen emphasized that establishing a soccer team requires not only funding and manpower, but also passion and commitment. He noted the unique ability of soccer—one of the world’s most popular sports—to promote health, build friendships, and foster global connections, creating meaningful memories for students during their time in Taiwan.

Dean Lee thanked everyone who contributed to the team’s formation, particularly the team coach, Chih-Pei Tian, an exchange student from Gansu Normal University for Nationalities in Mainland China, who is currently studying in NCUE’s Department of Sports. Graduate student Jen-Ming Liu from the same department, along with the University’s soccer club, will continue to provide strong support. According to Dean Lee, the team has already attracted interest from the local community, with some residents eager to join training sessions—highlighting the team’s potential to serve as a bridge between the University and the wider community.

At the event, Tian shared that the team’s journey—from formation to its official launch—was made possible through mutual support and commitment. He emphasized that soccer is more than a sport; it embodies perseverance, responsibility, teamwork, and determination. He encouraged players to trust one another, respect the rules, honor opponents and teammates, and grow through every challenge—both on and off the field. With this spirit, he expressed confidence that the team will continue toward an even stronger and more inspiring future. (Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs)

▲國際處日前舉辦境外生足球聯隊成立儀式，宣告一支由來自不同國家學生組成的足球隊正式誕生。會中進行授球儀式，由陳明飛校長將足球交付李漢文國際長，象徵球隊正式啟動（前排左起：陳良瑞副校長、陳明飛校長、李漢文國際長、林泱蔚教務長；後方為球隊成員）。The International Office (OI-CA) officially launched the International Student Soccer Team, bringing together students from different coun-tries. President Ming-Fei Chen handed the soccer ball to OICA Dean Han-Wen Lee, marking the team’s offi-cial start (front row, from left: Vice President Liang-Jui Chen, President Chen, Dean Lee, Dean of Academic Affairs Yang-Wei Lin; behind them are the team members).

▲陳明飛校長於儀式中致詞。President Chen delivers remarks at the ceremony.

▲陳校長、陳副校長、林教務長、李國際長以及國際處洪義盛組長與張琇惠組長等師長均出席成軍儀式，共襄盛舉。President Chen, Vice President Chen, Dean Lin, Dean Lee, and Division Chiefs Yi-Sheng Hung and Sally Chang from OICA, along with other faculty members, attend the inauguration ceremony to show their support.

▲來自甘肅民族師範學院、現於本校運動系交換的田治北同學（前排右）擔任聯隊教練，於成軍儀式中宣誓。Chih-Pei Tian (front row, right), an exchange student from Gansu Normal University for Nationalities currently studying in the Department of Sports, serves as the team coach and takes the pledge during the ceremony.

▲出席師長與球隊全體隊員合影。Attending faculty members and all team players pose for a group photo.

▲境外生足球聯隊隊員分別來自印尼、越南、印度及中國大陸等，以足球連結世界。Members of the International Student Soccer Team come from Indonesia, Vietnam, India, and Mainland China.

▲境外生足球聯隊成立儀式一景。A scene from the International Student Soccer Team inauguration ceremony.

▲境外生足球聯隊英姿煥發，球員每週五夜間集訓，李國際長亦參與練球。The International Student Soccer Team looks spirited and confident; players train together every Friday evening, with Dean Lee also joining the practice sessions.

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