2021 AIT/K Lunar New Year greeting video
Happy Lunar New Year! AIT/K intern Amigu went on a special mission to find out how AIT/K colleagues are getting ready for the Year of the Ox. Let’s see what he has discovered!
Read More»Happy Lunar New Year! AIT/K intern Amigu went on a special mission to find out how AIT/K colleagues are getting ready for the Year of the Ox. Let’s see what he has discovered!
Read More»Let’s get a glimpse through this fun short video of what AIT/K Deputy Branch Chief Jack Lambert is most thankful in 2020, especially during the pandemic.
Read More»Let’s get a glimpse through this fun short video of what AIT/K Deputy Branch Chief Jack Lambert is most thankful in 2020, especially during the pandemic.
Read More»Let’s get a glimpse through this fun short video of what AIT/K Deputy Branch Chief Jack Lambert is most thankful in 2020, especially during the pandemic.
Read More»Let’s get a glimpse through this fun short video of what AIT/K Deputy Branch Chief Jack Lambert is most thankful in 2020, especially during the pandemic.
Read More»AIT/K Deputy Branch Chief Jack Lambert shares a how-to video for roasted cherry tomato salsa.
Read More»To celebrate Hispanic American Heritage Month, AIT/K Deputy Branch Chief Jack Lambert will show you how to easily prepare Mexican salsa with ready-at-hand ingredients.
Read More»Mason Yu assumed the position of Branch Chief of the American Institute in Taiwan’s (AIT’s) Kaohsiung Branch Office in August 2020.|PR-2031|August 19, 2020
Read More»U.S. exchange student Amigu just started his internship at AIT Kaohsiung. Before even tackling his first task, Amigu suddenly realized he lost something very important, which really annoyed him. Let’s watch the second episode of “Amigu the Intern” and see what AIT/K colleagues tell him to do.
Read More»March 3 is World Wildlife Day! AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor visited two U.S.-raised giraffes, Levi and Natasha, at their home in a private zoo in Tainan. We wish them continued good health and longevity in their Taiwan home
Read More»To celebrate Year of the Rat, Branch Chief Matt O’Connor tried some traditional Taiwanese new year dishes.
Read More»Thanksgiving is a time to spend with family and friends, and to remember what we are grateful for. In this video, AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor uses Taiwanese to ask members of the AIT/K family what they are thankful for this year.
Read More»PR-1917E | Date: 04/26/2019 American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Kaohsiung Branch Office will visit Chiayi City on Friday, May 17, 2019 to provide those consular services and answer questions.
Read More»AIT/Kaohsiung Branch Chief Matthew O’Connor Wishes the People of Taiwan a Happy New Year.
Read More»Do you want to know more about options for studying in the U.S.? Or are you curious about U.S.-Taiwan student exchanges in southern Taiwan? AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor discusses programs and resources you can explore. Watch this video to find out more!
Read More»What are your favourite travel destinations in the U.S. and Taiwan? In this video, AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor shares some of his favorite tourism spots in both Taiwan and the U.S. Please leave your suggestions below on good places Matt might visit in southern Taiwan!
Read More»Is it true that AIT officials cannot learn Taiwanese? Watch the sixth episode of “Ask the Branch Chief” series to find out.
Read More»What is your favorite American food? Check out the fifth episode of “Ask Branch the Chief” series to hear AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor’s thoughts on traditional American dishes. Just don’t watch when you are hungry..
Read More»Some people in Taiwan notice that Americans sometimes don’t carry umbrellas when it’s raining outside. Do you know why? Let AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor tell you the reason. Watch the fourth episode of “Ask the Branch Chief” series now!
Read More»Do you know how to make your homework easier? In the third episode of “Ask the Branch Chief” series, AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor provides tips on handling school assignments. A big thank you to 7-year-old Benjamin for submitting this question. Hope this helps!
Read More»September 12, 2018 Have you considered working with AIT? Watch this second episode of our “Ask the Branch Chief” series, in which AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor discusses job opportunities at AIT. Thank you, Joanna Ming Mei, for your question!
Read More»Do you know what kind of Taiwanese food AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor has been eating a lot of recently? Take a look at the first episode of our “Ask the Branch Chief” series to find out. And thanks to Ms. Sun Li for her question!
Read More»Are you an American citizen living in southern Taiwan? Well before you head to the airport, make sure your U.S. passport is up to date! Take a look at this video for useful tips on renewing your U.S. passport at AIT/Kaohsiung. It’s always good to plan ahead!
Read More»Do you know AIT has a branch office in Kaohsiung? To help celebrate America’s birthday, AIT Kaohsiung Branch Chief Matt O’Connor will give you a tour of our Kaohsiung office.
Read More»AIT/K Branch Chief Matt O’Connor takes a paws to reflect on his first year in southern Taiwan and looks forward to doggedly strengthening even further the relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan in the coming year.
Read More»Representatives of AIT’s Kaohsiung Branch Office will visit Taitung City on Thursday, February 1, 2018 to provide consular services for U.S. citizens. | PR-1802E | Date: January 24, 2018
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Read More»The 2018 Fishackathon, an event for coders and science enthusiasts to work on solutions for more sustainable fishing and aquaculture, will take place in both Taipei and Kaohsiung on February 3-4, 2018. | PR-1751E | Date: December 22, 2017
Read More»“Every mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing.” – Young Entrepreneurs, click the video to hear the experience and advice of Kaohsiung-based entrepreneur and mentor Yang Yu Hsiu.
Read More»Happy Thanksgiving! Check out AIT/K Branch Chief Matthew O’Connor’s thoughts on celebrating Thanksgiving in this video!
Read More»The American Institute in Taiwan is honored to present the legendary one-handed guitarist Tony Memmel and His Band in Taipei, Tainan and Kaohsiung from December 1-3, 2017. | PR-1744E | Date: November 15, 2017
Read More»Hsiu Hsiu Lin, a Taiwanese American studying at University of California, shared her thoughts on some cultural differences she encountered when she traveled to Taiwan.
Read More»Peter McSharry assumed his position as Branch Public Affairs Officer of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Kaohsiung Branch Office on October 19, 2017. | PR-1736 | October 20, 2017
Read More»Have you ever traveled in the United States? Have you encountered cultural differences between the U.S. and Taiwan? Amy Huang, a senior at National Sun Yat-sen University, shared about her experiences traveling in New York in this AIT/K produced video!
Read More»AIT Kaohsiung’s new Branch Chief Matthew O’Connor has arrived! A native of Maryland, Mr. O’Connor speaks Mandarin and Japanese, and previously worked in the Economic Section of AIT/Taipei. | PR-1723 | August 3, 2017
Read More»Suzanne Wong assumed the position of Deputy Branch Chief of AIT’s Kaohsiung Branch Office in July 2017. | PR-1722E | Date: 07/13/2017
Read More»The American Institute in Taiwan Kaohsiung Branch Office is pleased to welcome the participation of the Motion Picture Association (MPA) as a co-organizer of the Kaohsiung Film Festival 2015. The MPA will join Taiwan partners in conducting a one-day workshop on October 29 for Taiwan filmmakers and film industry representatives from the Asia Pacific region …
Read More»John Slover began his tenure as Public Affairs Officer of the American Institute in Taiwan’s (AIT’s) Kaohsiung Branch Office on September 15, 2015. Mr. Slover has previously served as a Foreign Service Officer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Before joining the Foreign Service, he worked as a composer in Shanghai, China. …
Read More»The AIT Kaohsiung Branch Office, in conjunction with the National Pingtung University (NPTU), is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Taiwan-U.S. Commercial Forum scheduled to take place on Friday, May 1 at 1:00 p.m. at the 85 Sky Tower Hotel in Kaohsiung City. The Forum will address developments in the U.S.-Taiwan commercial relationship as well …
Read More»PR-1666E | Date: 12/09/2016 The The American Institute in Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Branch Office is pleased to announce the winners of the 2016 English Business Writing Contest.
Read More»English Lesson 15: Call Shotgun
Read More»English Lesson 14: Rhetorical Question
Read More»English Lesson 13: Nitpick
Read More»English Lesson 12: With a Grain of Salt
Read More»English Lesson 11: Blast From the Past
Read More»English Lesson 10: In the Weeds
Read More»PR-1644E | Date: 09/02/2016 AIT’s Kaohsiung Branch Office is pleased to co-sponsor the 2016 Global Harbor Cities Forum in Kaohsiung from September 6-8.
Read More»English Lesson 9: Nailed it
Read More»PR-1640E | Date: 08/02/2016 Sarah Fox began her tenure as Commercial Section Chief of the American Institute in Taiwans Kaohsiung Branch Office on July 27, 2016.
Read More»English Lesson 8: Not Set in Stone
Read More»English Lesson 7: Shoulder Surfing
Read More»PR-1636E | Date: 06/29/2016 The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) together with our event partner Far Eastern Department Stores is pleased to announce the launch of “USA Weeks.”
Read More»English Lesson 6: Drop a Bombshe
Read More»English Lesson 5: Re Gift
Read More»PR-1617E | Date: 04/01/2016 AIT Director Kin Moy will present the Importer of the Year Award to Kaohsiung-based Horizon Yachts and the Investor of the Year Award to Kaohsiung based Da Yang Seafood/LS Holdings Group.
Read More»English Lesson 4: Guinea Pig
Read More»English Lesson 3: Knock Yourself Out
Read More»PR-1611E | Date: 03/01/2016 The American Institute in Taiwan is pleased to announce that the 2016 Fishackathon will take place in Taipei and Kaohsiung on Earth Day weekend from April 22-24, 2016
Read More»PR-1607E | Date: 02/06/2016 On behalf of the people of the United States, the American Institute in Taiwan offers our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to all of those affected by today’s earthquake in southern Taiwan.
Read More»Lesson 2- Bucket List
Read More»English Lesson 1: Photobomb
Read More»PR-1565E | Date: 12/09/2015 AITs Kaohsiung Branch Office, in conjunction with National Pingtung University, announced the winners of the English Business Writing Contest.
Read More»PR-1555E | Date: 11/13/2015 The American Institute in Taiwan Kaohsiung Branch will unveil a new sculpture by artist Hung Yi on November 19.
Read More»PR-1552E | Date: 11/05/2015 The 2015 English Speech Contest for Taiwan high school and university students, co-organized by AITs Kaohsiung Branch Office and National Sun Yat-sen University, will take place November 6.
Read More»On October 21, 2015, AIT/K hosted a film screening and workshop on “The Gay American Experience: Why Our Marriages Matter” by two married American gay activists John Catania and Charles Ignacio.
Read More»PR-1540E | Date: 08/26/2015 Representatives of AIT’s Kaohsiung Branch Office will visit Magong, Penghu on September 24 to provide consular services.
Read More»PR-1538E | Date: 08/12/2015 AITs Kaohsiung Branch Office co-sponsors the 2015 International Harbor Cities Conference in Kaohsiung. Los Angeles Deputy Mayor for Economic Development Kelli Bernard will participate in the event.
Read More»PR-1513E | Date: 03/31/2015 AIT’s Kaohsiung Branch Office and the Cultural Affairs Department of Pingtung County unveiled a new American Shelf in Pingtung on March 31, 2015.
Read More»On March 18, an audience of 1200 people, including students, academics, journalists, NGO representatives, and local officials, enjoyed an inspiring performance by Carolyn Malachi and ensemble at National Sun Yat-sen University (NSYSU). O-KAI Singers, one of Taiwan’s top a cappella groups, also performed with the acclaimed Grammy-nominated singer to have cultural exchange through music.
Read More»PR-1446E | Date: 10/31/2014 The Kaohsiung American Corner at the Heti Branch of the Kaohsiung Public Library will open on November 2, 2014.
Read More»PR-1443E | Date: 10/22/2014 AIT Kaohsiung Branch, in cooperation with Sun Yat-sen University America Center, announced the “American Board Game” exhibition will open October 24 at Kaohsiung Dream Mall.
Read More»PR-1440E | Date: 09/30/2014 Representatives of AIT’s Kaohsiung Branch Office, will visit Chiayi October 1516 to provide consular services.
Read More»PR-1437E | Date: 09/22/2014 The “American College Sports” exhibition will be on display at National Pingtung University of Science and Technology Sept. 22 to Nov. 23, 2014.
Read More»OT-1408E | Date: 08/08/2014 Kaohsiung is a prosperous and resilient city, and AIT has always cherished being part of this vibrant community.
Read More»PR-1432E | Date: 08/06/2014 The AIT Kaohsiung Branch Office will relocate to the new China Steel Building on August 8, 2014.
Read More»PR-1430E | Date: 07/30/2014 Robert C. DeWitt began his tenure as Chief of the Kaohsiung Branch Office of the American Institute in Taiwan on July 28.
Read More»PR-1427E | Date: 07/09/2014 Jason Chue began his tenure as Deputy Branch Chief and Economic and Consular Chief of AITs Kaohsiung Branch Office in July 2014.
Read More»PR-1420E | Date: 04/18/2014 Over the past decade and a half, cities in southern Taiwan have made remarkable progress in becoming greener cities.
Read More»PR-1415E | Date: 04/08/2014 AIT Director Christopher J. Marut will present the Importer of the Year Award to Kaohsiung-based K. L. & Ling International Inc.
Read More»PR-1358E | Date: 12/10/2013 The Kaohsiung Office of the American Institute in Taiwan presents the third series of American Pop Culture Lessons.
Read More»PR-1321E | Date: 05/21/2013 The AIT Kaohsiung Branch Office, in conjunction with the National Pingtung Institute of Commerce, co-organizes the 5th Annual Taiwan-U.S. Commercial Forum on May 24 in Kaohsiung.
Read More»PR-1313E | Date: 03/12/2013 AIT Presents Importer of the Year Award at American Chamber of Commerce in Kaohsiung’s Annual Gala
Read More»PR-1131E | Date: 6/29/2011 The American Institute in Taiwan’s (AIT) Kaohsiung Branch Office and Agricultural Trade Office are pleased to organize this inaugural E-Da World America Month promotion of United States retail products, cuisine, and culture.
Read More»PR-1130E | Date: 6/29/2011 In partnership with AIT’s Kaohsiung Branch Office, Agricultural Trade Office, and Formosa Cancer Foundation, Kaohsiung Dream Mall will host America Month June 30 – July 27.
Read More»OT-1105E | Date: 4/06/2011 With the historic merger of Kaohsiung City and Kaohsiung County, I see greater opportunities ahead for U.S. economic cooperation with southern Taiwan.
Read More»PR-0958E | The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will hold the opening ceremony for the Megaports Initiative at the Port of Kaohsiung on November 18, 2009.
Read More»PR-0928E | The American Institute in Taiwan’s (AIT) Kaohsiung Branch Office and Agricultural Trade Office are collaborating with Dream Mall to organize an America Week event in celebration of the United States’ 233rd Independence Day.
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