緣起
Background

近年永續發展之課題逐漸受到重視，全球各教育機構分別以不同形式投入社會實踐，而為打造更加公正、平等、可持續的前景，當代大學更將永續發展納入其核心目標，並貫穿於教學、研究以及社會服務等方面。在教學方面，旨在培育學生具備永續思維及解決問題的能力，透過提供多元學科、跨領域的課程，鼓勵師生參與社會實踐活動與社區服務，激發創新思維。在研究方面，面對與永續發展相關的跨域挑戰，大學則鼓勵教師進行跨學科合作，致力於深度理解永續發展問題與尋找有效的創新應對策略。在社會服務方面，大學可透過參與社會公益活動、社區服務、公共論壇等，促成學術界與地方社會的緊密互動，貢獻專業知識，與各方合作推進永續發展議程。

In recent years, the issue of sustainable development has gradually gained attention, with educational institutions worldwide investing in social practices in various forms. To create a more just, equal, and sustainable future, contemporary universities have integrated sustainable development into their core objectives, permeating teaching, research, and community service. In terms of teaching, the aim is to cultivate students’ abilities in sustainable thinking and problem-solving by providing diverse, interdisciplinary courses, encouraging participation in social practices and community service, and stimulating innovative thinking. In research, facing interdisciplinary challenges related to sustainable development, universities encourage faculty members to collaborate across disciplines to gain a deep understanding of sustainability issues and seek effective innovative strategies. In terms of community service, universities can promote close interaction between academia and local society by participating in social welfare activities, community service, public forums, etc., contributing expertise, and collaborating with various stakeholders to advance the sustainable development agenda.