Anita

My Master’s in Food Safety at Taipei Medical University has been an incredible journey. Through the program, I gained strong academic knowledge and valuable experiences from dedicated professors, supportive classes, and labmates. I also served as a teaching assistant for undergraduate students in Food Microbiology and actively participated in competitions and events such as the Biology and Raw Material Manufacturing Innovation Golden Brain Award and the 52nd Taiwan Society of Food Science and Technology Conference. As an international student, these experiences made me feel included and welcomed. They also helped me strengthen my practical skills, professional connections, and confidence. I feel fortunate for the guidance and scholarship opportunities I received, which have helped me grow both professionally and personally.

Zsa Zsa

My master’s journey at TMU was more than an academic experience—it was a period of growth, both personally and as a researcher. Coming from a nutrition background rooted more in biochemistry than chemistry, I initially found some aspects of my research challenging. With my professor’s guidance and hands-on laboratory experience, I developed a deeper understanding of biopolymers and food packaging, while coursework broadened my knowledge beyond the lab. This support also helped me earn an award at the TMU Student and Teacher Conference and continued beyond graduation. Equally meaningful was the welcoming environment created by my lab mates. As an international student, I benefited not only from their help with laboratory techniques but also from their willingness to share the Chinese language and local culture. I am grateful for a community that helped me build confidence, adapt to new challenges, and become a more capable researcher.