2024 International Students' Mandarin Learning Year-End Presentation and New Year Celebration

Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology recently held the "2024 International Students' Chinese Language Year-End Presentation and New Year Celebration" event. The university's Vice President and Dean of International Affairs, Chou Te-Kuang, along with other administrators and nearly a hundred international students, jointly experienced the festive atmosphere of Taiwan's New Year, immersing themselves in the rich cultural traditions. This heartwarming event became an unforgettable and cherished memory in the students' lives while studying in Taiwan.

To create an unforgettable New Year experience for international students, Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology allowed them to deeply appreciate Taiwan's unique charm and promote cross-cultural understanding and exchange. Vice President and Dean of International Affairs, Chou Te-Kuang, wished the students to soar in the realm of knowledge during the Year of the Dragon, achieving greater heights in their lives. He also explained the symbolic meaning of the Dragon Year in Chinese society and the significance of the twelve zodiac animals. The international students exchanged sincere blessings in fluent Chinese, showcasing the warmth and joy of cross-cultural exchange and their outstanding achievements in learning the Chinese language over the past year.

At the event, international students participated in various interactive New Year experiences and presented their Chinese language achievements. Through these engaging activities, the distance between students was bridged, fostering a warm and welcoming campus atmosphere. Finally, the international students exchanged New Year's greetings with each other, took commemorative photos, and the event concluded successfully and perfectly in a harmonious and joyful atmosphere.

Mandarin learning is becoming a popular choice among global learners, especially for international students from various countries. In recent years, Taiwan's Chinese language education has witnessed an increasing number of international students participating enthusiastically, not only promoting the international spread of Mandarin but also facilitating cultural exchange. Learning Mandarin not only enhances language proficiency but also provides a profound experience of Taiwanese culture, bridging the gap between different cultures.

International students had the opportunity to showcase their individual learning achievements, marking a moment of teamwork and collective effort. In the future, as international exchanges become more frequent, Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology will provide higher-quality Mandarin learning opportunities for international students through increased cooperation and innovation, jointly promoting language and cultural exchange.

Vice President Chou Te-Kuang stated that Taiwan's New Year rituals and activities not only symbolize the festive atmosphere of celebrating the new year but also represent a moment of uniting emotions, showcasing culture, and embracing new challenges. The purpose of organizing this event was to enable the university's international students in Taiwan to experience the local New Year's culture, feel the lively atmosphere of the Lunar New Year celebrations, and wish that in the new year, every international student would accumulate diverse strengths and enriched skills during their studies at STUST. The university will continue its efforts to build more cross-cultural exchange platforms, providing international students with a wider range of colorful activities, allowing them to have an even more unforgettable time in Taiwan while promoting the fusion of global cultures.