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The championship games of the 2024 First Feng Chia Cup “Jumping Shoes, Flying Youth” Basketball and Volleyball Tournament were held on March 29. In the men's and women's basketball and volleyball competitions, the Department of Economics, the Department of Mechanical and Computer-Aided Engineering, the Department of Electrical Engineering, and the Department of Environmental Engineering and Science claimed the championship titles, with each team receiving a prize of NT$36,000.
In the Team Spirit Slogan Competition, the Department of Materials Science and Engineering won the championship and received a prize of NT$20,000.
The award ceremony was attended by Chairperson Cheng‑Shu Kao, President Wei Wang, and faculty representatives from participating departments, who came to support and encourage the students. Chairperson Kao also encouraged teams that did not win the championship not to be discouraged, stating that the second Feng Chia Cup will continue next year and expressing hope that students will keep striving and bring even more youthful energy to the campus.
All photos from the 2024 Feng Chia Cup can be found on the 2024 Feng Chia Cup official website, showcasing a collection of spectacular moments.
In the final showdown of the 2024 Feng Chia Cup “Jumping Shoes, Flying Youth” Basketball and Volleyball Tournament, the women’s volleyball team of the Department of Environmental Engineering and Science, the men’s volleyball team of the Department of Electrical Engineering, the women’s basketball team of the Department of Mechanical and Computer-Aided Engineering, and the men’s basketball team of the Department of Economics emerged victorious and claimed the Feng Chia Cup championships.
Organized by Feng Chia University and generously sponsored by the Taiwan Footwear Education Foundation, the 2024 First Feng Chia Cup Basketball and Volleyball Tournament aimed not only to promote physical wellness and team spirit, but more importantly, to inspire students to develop a deeper understanding and interest in the footwear industry.
Although traditionally regarded as part of the conventional manufacturing sector—and one that experienced a downturn 30 years ago—the footwear industry has undergone significant transformation over the past decade. With factory relocation trends and the rise of smart manufacturing, the industry has evolved and now integrates diverse fields such as materials science, ergonomics, fashion, and sustainability. The development of a pair of athletic shoes involves key technologies including durability and slip resistance, cushioning, moisture‑wicking breathability, foot protection in the upper structure, heel flexibility and stability, aesthetic design, and overall fit, all of which demonstrate the sector’s breadth and innovation potential.
To actively foster talent for the footwear industry, Feng Chia University and the Taiwan Footwear Education Foundation jointly established the Industry–Academia Collaboration Promotion Committee. The committee consists of footwear industry veterans and university representatives. In addition to offering related courses, the collaboration also leverages diverse industry–academia partnership models—such as corporate internships, athletic events, and recruitment seminars—to help students and faculty gain closer insight into industry trends. The initiative emphasizes that a shoe is more than just a product; it is the result of numerous components, processes, professional knowledge, and the precision of smart manufacturing.
The university hopes that more students will be inspired to join the footwear field in the future, applying their skills and expertise to bring fresh energy and innovation into the industry.
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