For thousands of years, the Mid-Autumn Festival has been celebrated around the time of the autumn equinox in China because it is the time when the moon is at its fullest and brightest. This year it happened on September 24th. The festival is one of the three major annual traditional holidays in China, the others … More Mid-Autumn Festival Party Brings More Than Mooncakes to the Celebration
Although it may not have the palaces of Beijing, ancient tombs of Xi’an, or sacred temples of Lhasa, Shenzhen should not be mistaken as a city without a history. After a visit to the Shenzhen Museum organized by the Campus Advisors for Orientation Week, newly arrived international students learned to dismiss this common misunderstanding. Established … More Museum Visit Helps Newcomers Get to Know Shenzhen
Shenzhen is one of the largest and most comprehensive painting art areas in China, as well as one of the largest global market holders in the field of painting. The name for one of the most popular areas in Shenzhen is Dafen Oil Painting Village. Dafen is the largest producer and has the most diverse … More Visiting Dafen Oil Painting Village
The cold wind arises suddenly and the air of happiness grows immediately. On December 16, 2017, a Chinese Calligraphy workshop for international students was successfully held by the Campus Advisor (CA) Program. This event attracted international students who are interested in Chinese Calligraphy and Chinese culture. Moreover, the organizers of this party also participated, including … More CA Program Hosts Intro to Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
As part of the New International Student Orientation, our new students traveled south to Tianhou Temple in Chiwan, Shekou, alongside several Campus Advisors (CAs) to explore Shenzhen’s cultural side. … More New International Students Visit Tianhou Temple
Once you have spent some time in China, you come to realize that there is no such thing as just “Chinese food”. That term only applies when you are outside of the country and usually for those who have not experienced the wide array of food choices in China. When in China, you refer to … More End-of-semester CA event: Haidilao Hotpot
On May 18th at 7pm, international students gathered in H-214 to learn about the traditional art of Chinese calligraphy. This event is held each semester by the Campus Advisor program to provide both full-time and exchange students an opportunity to try their hand at brush calligraphy. This wonderful cultural experience is prepared and sponsored by … More CA Event: Thursday Night Calligraphy Crash Course
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