To help incoming international freshmen adapt smoothly to campus life and academics, the 2026 Buddy Program is now open!

🙋‍️ As a Buddy, you will be the first to support international students when they arrive at NCKU, helping them settle in and become familiar with campus life and the local environment.

Buddy Responsibilities & Rewards (select your preferences in the form)

General Buddy

Responsibilities: Daily-life orientation, pre-arrival online consultation, and ongoing support after classes start as needed.

Basic Rewards: Certificate of International Buddy Service / Eligible to apply for a Service Learning III waiver.

✨ Buddy Plus (+)

Responsibilities:

1) Serve as the main contact for General Buddies.

2) Assist with in-person activities.

3) Provide ongoing support for international students and submit a brief monthly update.

You will obtain Basic Rewards + Special Rewards!

Join the Buddy Team! Help international freshmen, build meaningful friendships, and expand your international horizons!

👉 Apply Now for the Buddy Program:

Application Form: https://forms.gle/R8RuqSwP57LAmgQR7

 Important Login Instructions:

Please sign in to your NCKU Gmail account in a separate browser tab before opening the form link.

If you are logged into multiple Google accounts simultaneously, the form may not open properly.

Application Deadline (tentative): August 20, 2026, by 3:00 PMive): August 20, 2026, by 3:00 PM