In the fall of 2023, U-Corp established close collaborations with six corporate partners/NGOs to conduct innovative and creative practice projects over a period of six months to a year. These projects focused on research into digital leadership strategies, rural cultural heritage conservation, the integration of folk songs with new media and biodiversity, corporate legal consulting and management roles, innovative community planning, and the current situation and sustainable development of EVs.
Throughout the execution of these projects, the U-Corp, NGOs/corporate partners led students in hands-on field explorations and interviews to collect primary data, fostering the students’ creative thinking skills through tackling real-life problems. This immersive experience not only enhanced the students’ critical thinking skills but also enriched their knowledge of innovative research methodologies, providing them with valuable experience. It has also profoundly impacted their future career development and theoretical practice.
Supported by U-Corp, the final/mid-term report serves as an excellent platform for participants to showcase their achievements and offers them a chance to share cutting-edge insights from their projects. More than just an opportunity to present innovative results, it also bridges all faculties and students to exchange experiences and innovative ideas.
The project showcase is scheduled to take place at CCT Performance Café (E1004) on January 27th. We look forward to your attendance!
Activity Info.
Topic: 2023 U-Corp Fall Projects Poster Show
Time: 2-4 PM, January 27th (Sat.)
Location: Performance Café (Free snacks will be served)
*From Jan 27th to May 6th, the project posters will be exhibited in the IB lobby.
Agenda
2 – 2:05 PM Welcoming Remark
Speaker: Liqi Ren
Associate Director for DKU Innovation and Entrepreneurship
2:05 – 3 PM Certificate Granting & Taking Group Photos
3 – 4 PM Open Poster Presentation to DKU Community
All posters will be exhibited in the IB lobby until May 6th, welcome to drop by and explore the projects!
About U-Corp Lab
DKU University-Corporation Lab (U-Corp) functions as a dynamic intersection of academia and industry, uniting faculty expertise, student enthusiasm, and corporate insights. This collaboration is built on the principle that transformative ideas and ground-breaking innovations emerge from the synergy of diverse perspectives.
The U-Corp Lab functions as a dynamic and iterative platform that collaborates with various organizations/companies to source and scope projects based on mutual interest and relevance Crucially, it aligns with specific themes chosen to match the values, focus, and interests of DKU students. Those co-innovation projects provide students with:
– A profound social learning experience by delving into real-world challenges with a dynamic collaboration among various stakeholders.
– An immersive environment to build cultural competence with an emphasis on navigating diverse cultural and organizational settings.
– Insights into actual innovation practices and exposure to varied mindsets of business and culture.
– An opportunity for in-depth industry exploration, acquiring domain-specific expertise and hands-on experiences with industry-standard methodologies and tools.
– A collaborative project environment emphasizing team-based solutions to tangible challenges, fostering skills in communication, conflict resolution, and joint decision-making.
– A holistic view toward informed career decisions rooted in first-hand experiences.
