04/23 How to Foster Diverse & Inclusive Communication with Indigenous Students

Dear NYCU colleagues,

Our first session was a huge success — it was seriously super fun!
If you missed it, now’s your chance to join the second session!
Not sure what we’re talking about? Check out the event details below!
First, get a taste of the fun with this highlight video from Session 1:
Watch the Short Video

All participants who stay for the entire event will receive a delicious Indigenous-style meal box!
It’s fun, flavorful, and free — come experience the joy of culture and cuisine with us!

Event Details:

1. Topic:
How to Foster Diverse & Inclusive Communication with Indigenous Students
feat. DIY workshop on Paiwan traditional cuisine: Cinavu
Learn about Indigenous culture through food, taught by an Indigenous chef
Hands-on experience making Cinavu — a traditional Paiwan dish
Cultural exchange time to explore how to build trust and inclusion with Indigenous students

2. Date & Time:
Wednesday, April 16 & Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | 14:00–16:00
(Two separate sessions)

3. Location:
Kitchen & Lounge, 12th Dormitory Basement, Guangfu Campus

4. Speaker:
Chef Guifen Dong (Paiwan tribe)
Executive Chef of Bulauju Leisure Farm

5. Participants:
Open to all NYCU faculty and staff | Max 30 people per session
Limited spots — register ASAP!

6. Registration Form:
Click here to register

7. Organized by:
Student Support Division I & II + Indigenous Student Resource Center
Contact: Ms. Huang at (03) 571-2121 ext. 50859｜hhy5090@nycu.edu.tw

8. Notes:

Please register by Sunday, April 6 to help us plan accordingly
Shuttle bus timetable: Yangming ⇄ Guangfu Campus
Parking & payment machine info: [map available internally]
Bring your own utensils and water bottle to support eco-friendly practices
Cinavu is a non-vegetarian dish made with millet and pork

Tentative Program Flow:

Time	Activity
14:00–14:10	Check-in
14:10–14:15	Opening Remarks by the Dean of Student Affairs
14:15–15:20	Paiwan Traditional Cuisine: Cinavu Handcrafting Workshop (Cooking demonstration & hands-on session)
15:20–15:50	Cultural Exchange Session Do You Truly Understand Me? – How to Build Inclusive Communication with Indigenous Students
15:50–16:00	Enjoying the Dish
16:00	Closing & Thank You

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#FollowYourHeartYourHandWillFollow Sign up now for Session 2!