Chair of Leisure and Recreation Management Department
Chien-Wen Lo

Leisure: More Than Just "Play"

　　In a modern society characterized by a rapid pace and increasing pressure, leisure is far more than mere entertainment. It represents the vital process through which individuals reconnect with life, the environment, and their inner selves.
　　Reflecting on my own academic journey, I have always believed that interdisciplinary and diverse learning is the most critical stepping stone for personal and professional growth. My expertise has evolved from land and urban spaces during my undergraduate years to research in urban and environmental planning, and now to the planning of leisure and recreation. Throughout this journey, I have been pondering a simple yet profound question: How does the environment we live in influence our quality of life, emotions, and overall well-being? Though these fields may seem distinct, they all converge on a single mission: empowering people to live healthier, higher-quality, and more meaningful lives.

Our Vision at Ming Chuan University

　　In the Department of Leisure and Recreation Management at Ming Chuan University, our goal is not just to train personnel for event planning or business management. Instead, we nurture a new generation of professionals who deeply understand the intricate relationships between humanity, the environment, and industry.
　　Our curriculum is strategically designed around four key pillars:
　　• Leisure, Health, and Healing
　　• Sustainable Environments and Green Leisure
　　• Leisure Technology and Smart Tourism
　　• Event Planning and Industrial Management
　　We encourage students to step out of the classroom and into communities, nature, and the heart of the industry. Through internships, capstone projects, interdisciplinary collaborations, and international exchanges, students learn to navigate the synergy between leisure, tourism, health, and sustainability, accumulating real-world experience and competence in authentic settings.

Join Us in Shaping the Future

　　The future of the leisure industry will be inextricably linked with health, technology, the environment, and urban living. Ming Chuan’s Department of Leisure and Recreation Management is committed to cultivating talent characterized by creativity, interdisciplinary thinking, and social responsibility.
　　If you are curious about life, travel, nature, technology, and the diverse stories of people, we welcome you to join us. Let’s explore the infinite possibilities of leisure and a healthy lifestyle together!