In recent years, there has been a growing trend of celebrities returning to campus to pursue new identities. Taiwanese actors Zeng Wentin and Wang Zhenfu, on June 1, put on their graduation robes and participated in the 112th academic year (2024) graduation ceremony at Shih Hsin University. The two industrious individuals were honored with outstanding student awards for their successful careers and excellent academic performances.
Zeng Wentin shared that many individuals in the entertainment industry are alumni of the university, not just actors but also producers and agents.
Aside from her acting career, Zeng Wentin, who is also involved in business, mentioned that the Master’s program offers courses on marketing communication and consumer psychology. She particularly recalled the impactful lessons from Professor Hsu Anqi of the Public Relations Department, who not only taught lively classes but also shared practical examples that made it easy for them to relate and engage without feeling disconnected from the textbook content. She also appreciated the group discussions in class, creating an atmosphere she enjoyed, that helped her understand her current work through theories, providing significant assistance in both interpersonal relationships and business activities.
Regarding receiving the outstanding student award, Zeng Wentin expressed surprise and honor, saying, “I actually only found out about winning today, perhaps because my level of participation was quite high. I believe that if you’re going to study, you should do it well. So, I can confidently say that I was a student with a very high attendance rate, who took my coursework and assignments seriously, which must be why the school recognized me in this aspect.”
She also revealed that she performed well academically in high school (at Huagang Arts School), which is why her family strongly supported her pursuit of a Master’s degree.
Wang Zhenfu, who also received the outstanding student award alongside Zeng Wentin, was enrolled in the Master’s program in Communication Management at the same university. Although the two had not collaborated in their acting careers, they were brought together during their university studies.
Having portrayed a villain in the TV drama “Heaven’s Path,” Wang Zhenfu, who pursued further education at the university, chose to enhance his practical skills. “At that time, I was involved in operating a food and beverage business including bubble tea and a sake bar, in addition to my acting career, all related to brand management and crisis handling, which I found very useful.”
Zeng Wentin and Wang Zhenfu, along with their mentors and classmates, enjoyed a rare reunion on the Taipei campus, celebrating an important milestone in their lives during the graduation ceremony, sharing the warm atmosphere and joyful moments together.