Monday, Oct. 13 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Kilworth Chapel & Lounge, University of Puget Sound

VOICES OF HERITAGE | 台灣南澳碧候國小合唱團
Performance & Reception



Songs performed by the 12 Indigenous Children’s Choir members from the Biho Elementary School, Nan’ao, Taiwan
Introduction by Dr. Huiyu Lin, University of Washington Tacoma, Taiwan Studies, University of Washington

Prof. Lin will begin with a brief introduction on efforts to reclaim and revitalize Indigenous languages. She will share how language connects to Indigenous cultures, knowledge, and daily life, offering context for the traditions and stories carried in the music. The program will feature seven traditional songs in the Atayal language, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the Atayal people. Following the performance, there will be a reception and poster session in the Chapel’s basement lounge, where students from the Puget Sound Chinese 101 class will present their projects and have the opportunity to engage with the visiting choir members.

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Tuesday, Oct. 14 | 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Tahoma Room, Thomas Hall, University of Puget Sound

SIP OF TAIWAN: TEA TASTING | 台灣茶品茶會
Stories & Flavors of Taiwan Tea



Presented by Shiuwen Tai and Noah from Floating Leaves Tea in Seattle

Join us for a hands-on exploration of Taiwanese tea with Shiuwen and Noah of Floating Leaves Tea in Seattle. For nearly two decades, Floating Leaves has connected tea lovers in the U.S. with small-batch, single-estate Taiwanese teas, working closely with growers and tea masters to share the richness of Taiwan’s tea culture. This interactive session includes three parts: an introduction to Taiwanese tea and the presenters’ journey as small tea merchants; a tasting overview with guidance on how to taste and appreciate tea, followed by Q&A; and a guided tasting of selected teas. Participants will have the chance to savor unique flavors, learn brewing techniques, and uncover the stories behind each tea.

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Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Rotunda, Wheelock Student Center, University of Puget Sound

CONTESTED TAIWAN: Book Talk | 國立台灣大學南樂教授
Explore Taiwan’s contested statehood & current political landscape



Talk by Dr. Lev Nachman, Assistant Professor
The Graduate Institute of National Development at National Taiwan University

Join us for a talk with Prof. Nachman (University of Puget Sound ’14) on his new book Contested Taiwan. The book examines how questions of identity and territory shape Taiwan’s political landscape. Despite maintaining de facto sovereignty, Taiwan remains largely unrecognized internationally, a status that deeply affects its domestic politics. Drawing on 150 interviews with activists and politicians, as well as a comparative analysis of Ukraine, Prof. Nachman shows how existential threats and strained relationships with established parties drive social movements into formal politics. The book offers a fresh perspective on contested statehood, movement party formation, and what motivates individuals to take political action worldwide.

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Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Rotunda, Wheelock Student Center, University of Puget Sound

INVISIBLE NATION | 看不見的國家
Documentary about the presidency of Tsai Ing-wen & Taiwan's democracy



Directed by Vanessa Hope • 2023 • 85 min

Invisible Nation is a documentary film that follows Taiwan’s first female president, Tsai Ing-wen, as she addresses the complex issues of democracy, national identity, and diplomacy in a geopolitical context marked by tension with China and broader international pressures. Drawing on access to Tsai and her administration, the film traces Taiwan’s evolution into a functioning democracy, even as it faces diplomatic challenges and external pressures. With interviews, archival material, and contextual history, Invisible Nation presents both the achievements and obstacles that have shaped Taiwan’s recent journey. It offers viewers insight into what it means to maintain democratic institutions under the strain of global politics.

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Thursday, Oct. 16 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Tahoma Room, Thomas Hall, University of Puget Sound

GLOBAL LEARNING IN TAIWAN | 台灣留學實習講座
Learn about study, internships & other opportunities in Taiwan



Panel discussion moderated by
Prof. Ivy Haoyin Hsieh, National Dong Hwa University
Prof. Lotus Perry, University of Puget Sound

Discover the many opportunities Taiwan offers for global learning—from semester and summer study abroad to internships, language programs, and cultural exchange. This session will provide practical information on available programs, application processes, and student experiences. Join us to learn how Taiwan can be a dynamic destination for your academic and professional growth.

All Taiwan Week events are sponsored by the Asian Studies Department. For inquiries, please contact asianstudies@pugetsound.edu