Shanghai University honors international students, celebrates Spring Festival

english.shanghai.gov.cn| January 10, 2025

Shanghai University recently hosted an award ceremony to honor the exceptional achievements of its international students over the past year, and to welcome the upcoming Spring Festival.

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The award ceremony is hosted by Ismonov Zarobiddin from Tajikistan and Vignon Vianette Fidele Kelly from Togo. [Photo/SHU College of International Education]

The ceremony commenced with a performance of Golden Hour by the university's international student choir.

Students who received awards at the school level or higher in 2024 took the stage. Following this, certificates were awarded to the winners of notable events such as the International Student Mid-Autumn Chinese Poetry Recitation Contest and the International Student Academic Awards.

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Students from Vietnam, Zimbabwe, and Myanmar, along with Chinese teachers from the International Education College, delivers a performance titled " Light of Youth ". [Photo/SHU College of International Education]

After the award ceremony, the festivities transitioned into a New Year celebration. The lively event featured booths offering games and food stalls. Students engaged in traditional cultural activities such as block printing and pitch-pot games, while also savoring traditional Chinese delicacies like candied hawthorns.

Furthermore, interactive activities such as traditional Chinese clothing displays, lucky character crafts, and knot tying gave students a deeper appreciation of Chinese culture.

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Students and faculty gather for a photo after the event. [Photo/SHU College of International Education]

 

Source: Official WeChat account of SHU College of International Education at "StudyatSHU"