Beginning in the 2000–2001 academic year, the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at National Taiwan University was renamed the College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS). At the same time, the Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering (CSIE) was reassigned under the EECS College.Academically, the college is organized into two divisions: the Electrical Engineering Division, which includes the Department and Graduate Institute of Electrical Engineering, the Graduate Institute of Photonics, the Graduate Institute of Communication Engineering, and the Graduate Institute of Electronics Engineering; and the Information Division, composed of the CSIE Department and Graduate Institute.This project was initiated to address the college’s growing academic needs and the lack of sufficient laboratory space. Due to government budget constraints, the construction funds were raised entirely through private donations. BenQ Corporation and AU Optronics committed to co-fund the construction and donate the completed building to the university. Additionally, both companies agreed to allocate 1% of the construction budget for the installation of public art.

Artwork Details

• Title: Stair
• Artist: Hsu Li-Hsien

Concept:
The sculpture draws inspiration from the characteristic arches of NTU’s campus architecture. It is composed of four identical components arranged at varying heights and angles, creating a dynamic, multi-layered form. Starting from simple square-and-circular shapes, the elements combine to form a unified sculpture.The diagonal lines gradually converge into vertical forms, symbolizing integrity, justice, impartiality, and a methodical approach. It represents students who, shaped by their education, develop discipline and virtue. The artwork also conveys the idea that outstanding students, when working collaboratively and integrating their strengths, can achieve great accomplishments.After the installation, the artist delivered a public lecture and guided tours of campus public art at National Taiwan University, allowing students and visitors to engage directly with the work.

Artwork Description

After the installation, the artist delivered a public lecture and guided tours of campus public art at National Taiwan University, allowing students and visitors to engage directly with the work.