The current emblem of the College was designed by a professional designer during the tenure of Dean Chang Shih-Yu. Featuring simple and streamlined geometric forms, the emblem was created to be versatile across different applications while strengthening the identity and recognition of the College of Earth Sciences.

In the history of science, perhaps the most famous kite experiment was Benjamin Franklin’s kite experiment, which demonstrated that lightning is an electrical discharge and led to the invention of the lightning rod. Around the same period, in 1749, instruments were carried aloft by kite in Scotland to measure upper-atmospheric temperatures, marking the beginning of high-altitude observations in meteorological science. Today, we employ a wide range of scientific instruments and observation techniques—including radar, satellites, electromagnetic methods, sensors, and various measurement and recording devices—to investigate the Earth system. We also develop advanced precision instruments for scientific observation and measurement.

The kite motif symbolizes the College’s commitment to Earth system science, driven by both rational inquiry and scientific passion. It represents our dedication to serving, understanding, and caring for the Earth through education and research.

The sail of the kite consists of three colored sections, symbolizing the Atmosphere, Hydrosphere, and Lithosphere. These three components support and interact with one another as an integrated system, reflecting the College’s unique position as the only college in Taiwan dedicated to Earth sciences as an integrated academic field.

The main mast of the kite represents the intersection of the curvature of the Earth and a satellite’s orbit. The kite string is arranged to form the letters “CES,” the abbreviation for College of Earth Sciences. The letters are composed of blue and red, each carrying its own symbolic meaning.

Blue represents knowledge, rationality, and technology. It reflects rigorous thinking and meticulous attention to every detail in scientific research.

Red represents the passion and drive to pursue knowledge, embodying a spirit of exploration, adventure, and creativity.

Together, these elements express the spirit of the College of Earth Sciences: grounded in scientific rigor, driven by curiosity, and committed to exploring, understanding, and caring for our dynamic Earth.