洪逸安老師深刻指出，在這個瞬息萬變的時代，向年輕人學習並不是單向的勉勵，而是一種雙向的互動。在面對外部影響時，也要勇敢地追求自己所熱愛的事物，即使路途中可能會感到疲憊，也要有勇氣繼續前行。
師生互動與自主權
這幾年，學生的個性有了不小的轉變。以前的同學通常都很活潑，每次評圖時就像明星登台，盡情展示他們用心製作的作品。而現在的學生則顯得內向，但這並不妨礙他們展示出個人獨特的創意和風格，依然能在作品中大放異彩，傳達他們的意念和觀點。
與學生相處時，洪老師感覺就像在跟網友聊天一樣。她常常在深夜收到學生的課業問題，讓她有種自己是學生的神秘網友的感覺。因此，洪老師決定給予學生更多自主權，保持一種讓他們感到自在的距離。
情感支持與學業挑戰
室內設計系以繁重的課業聞名，同學們經常在系館熬夜趕圖和完成作業。正如老師所說：「一日讀設計，終生不容易。」學生們的學習壓力很大，尤其是在這個年紀，他們要面對許多具挑戰性的專業課程。來自各地的學生，有些對專業圖像作品還不熟悉，因此花了不少時間適應。外籍生除了語言上的挑戰，也需要學長姐的幫助。洪老師認為，導師的角色不僅在於學術支持，更要提供心理上的支持。
有時，導師時間就像一場輕鬆的聚會，吃飯、聊天、聽學生分享生活近況，讓學生感到放鬆和自在，彷彿在家一般。洪老師會準備美食，讓學生充滿能量，再回去繼續努力。有時他們熬夜趕作業，特別在二年級，也會陪他們在工作室度過長夜。有一次聖誕節，洪老師特地準備紅豆湯，讓留校趕工的同學感受到節日的溫暖，即使再辛苦也不會感到孤單。
勇敢追夢，堅守自我
在這個快速變遷、充滿挑戰的時代，洪老師認為需要向年輕人學習，不僅僅是給學生的勉勵，更是對所有人的提醒。年輕人應該在這個社會上更加勇敢、努力，不僅要有前瞻性的眼光，更要有自己的想法，堅守信念。儘管會受到外界的影響、否定的批評，可能會在追求夢想的過程中感到迷茫，但這正是我們需要更加堅定的時刻。
在訪談的尾聲，洪老師鼓勵大家在這個充滿變化的時代中，依然保持勇氣和信心，活出真正的自己，迎接每一個挑戰，追求自己的夢想。
Professor Hong Yi-An emphasized that in this rapidly changing era, learning from young people is not just a one-way encouragement but a form of mutual interaction. When facing external influences, it’s important to bravely pursue what one loves, and even when the journey feels exhausting, one must have the courage to keep moving forward.
Student-Teacher Interaction and Autonomy
In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in students’ personalities. In the past, students were typically very outgoing, and every time they presented their work, it was like watching a star take the stage, proudly showcasing their carefully crafted creations. Today’s students, on the other hand, tend to be more introverted, but this doesn’t stop them from displaying their unique creativity and style. They still shine through their work, effectively conveying their ideas and perspectives.
When interacting with her students, Professor Hong feels like she’s chatting with online friends. She often receives late-night messages with academic questions, giving her the sense of being a “mysterious online friend” to her students. As a result, she has decided to grant them more autonomy, maintaining a comfortable distance that allows students to feel at ease in their learning environment.
Emotional Support and Academic Challenges
The Department of Interior Design is known for its heavy workload, with students often pulling all-nighters in the studio to meet deadlines and complete assignments. As the saying goes, “Once you study design, it’s never easy again.” Students face immense pressure, particularly at this stage in life when they must tackle many challenging professional courses. Some, especially those from different regions, are still unfamiliar with technical drawings, requiring significant time to adapt. International students, in addition to language barriers, also rely on the support of upperclassmen. Professor Hong believes that a mentor’s role extends beyond academic guidance to include emotional support.
Sometimes, mentor sessions feel more like casual gatherings where students can relax, share meals, chat, and update Professor Hong on their lives. This creates a home-like atmosphere that helps students unwind. She often prepares snacks to re-energize them before they return to their work. When students pull all-nighters, especially in their second year, Professor Hong sometimes stays with them in the studio through the long nights. One Christmas, she even made red bean soup for students working late, ensuring they felt the warmth of the holiday season and knew they were not alone, despite the challenges.
Chasing Dreams with Courage and Staying True to Oneself
In this fast-changing and challenging era, Professor Hong believes we must learn from young people—not only as encouragement for students but as a reminder for everyone. Young people should be bolder and more diligent in society, with a forward-looking vision, firm beliefs, and the courage to uphold their values. Despite external influences and criticisms, or moments of confusion in the pursuit of their dreams, these are precisely the times when we need to stand even firmer.
At the end of the interview, Professor Hong encouraged everyone to maintain courage and confidence in this ever-changing world. She urged them to live authentically, embrace every challenge, and pursue their dreams with determination.
