Yu-Ru Liu, Department of Pure Mathematics
Yu-Ru Liu, professor in the Department of Pure Mathematics, Faculty of Mathematics, is known for her thoughtful, organized, and student-centered teaching. She is deeply committed to fostering inclusive learning environments and supporting students both inside and outside the classroom. One student shared: "Professor Liu was a great lecturer! She was always answering students' questions, very organized, and set the course up to ensure students learned as much as possible. I was really touched when she recognized my hard work – it helped improve my confidence and made me even more motivated."
Another student described her teaching approach: “She structured the course so we were not spectators but active participants, as mathematicians. Proof-writing ceased to feel like sorcery. Professor Liu always met uncertainty with patience and clarity. She helped me recognize relevant ideas, and little by little, material that once felt difficult became trivial.”
A colleague highlighted her leadership and impact: “Yu-Ru has demonstrated outstanding leadership. Her tireless efforts have significantly enhanced WiM’s flagships programs and launched new initiatives, all while fostering strong collaboration with various academic and administrative units within the Faculty of Mathematics.”