The Department of Information and Communication’s annual “Christmas of Love” event, one of the most anticipated activities of the year, has returned once again. In addition to the enthusiastic participation of local students, faculty members guided Vietnamese students in designing and handcrafting exquisite Christmas gift boxes. The finished creations were then hung along the department’s Starry Corridor, transforming it into an immersive “Christmas Blessings Avenue.” Colorful lights, creative gift boxes, and students’ laughter came together to create a rich and heartwarming festive atmosphere throughout the corridor, inviting everyone who entered the department building to slow down and savor the Christmas magic created by students of the Department of Information and Communication.
The Department of Information and Communication’s “Christmas of Love” event has been held for many years and has become a signature tradition of the department. In recent years, the event has expanded in scale with the participation of students from the New Southbound Program. This year, instructors Chen Yueh-Mei and Cheng Yu-Han respectively guided second- and third-year students in creating Christmas gift boxes during classes held on December 11 and 12. The activity incorporated concepts of color management and creative design from their coursework, allowing students to apply their professional knowledge throughout the process—from developing ideas and coordinating colors to completing the handmade creations—and integrate their expertise into festive creative practice. Vietnamese students also drew on their own cultural backgrounds and festive imaginations to design distinctive works, adding an exotic touch of romance to the entire corridor.
During the event, faculty members and students could place gifts, cards, or candies inside the gift boxes hung along the corridor and send them to people to whom they wished to express their gratitude and best wishes. Each gift box was like a secret little universe, carrying heartfelt sentiments and good wishes. In this way, the department’s “Christmas of Love” became more than a symbolic activity; it transformed into a genuine flow of blessings that could be seen and felt.
Director Chang Shih-Hsi of the Department of Information and Communication said, “Christmas of Love has become a signature tradition of the department, but more importantly, it allows students to bring what they learn in the classroom into everyday life, while also making the department building feel warmer through their creativity. This year’s event also showcased everyone’s dedication in creating their works and engaging in sincere exchanges, which is a beautiful reflection of what education can be. Through the skillful hands and heartfelt efforts of our students, this year’s Christmas season at the Department of Information and Communication has become more colorful and filled with stories. The gift boxes sparkle under the lights like letters of blessing hanging in the corridor, while the laughter, sounds of cameras, and surprised expressions during gift exchanges have created some of the most beautiful memories of this winter.”
