The Institute for Theoretical Computer Science (ITCS) is a new institute headed by Professor Andrew Chi-Chih Yao at Tsinghua University. Its mission is to nurture and develop the talents of students and researchers and to create knowledge for the advancement of computer science. It also aims to become one of the leading research centers on theoretical computer science in the world. The Institute already has an elite graduate student body and enjoys frequent visits by world-renowned scientists all year round. With a vibrant research environment and impressive research outputs, ITCS provides an ideal setting for fruitful interactions and collaborations among its members.