On the evening of 17th February, a party was held at the Cultural Village to celebrate the Chinese traditional Lantern Festival. Hundreds of UIC students and teachers enjoyed the Chinese traditional lanterns, sweet dumplings, riddles, and impressive performances presented by students and foreign teachers. The party was held by the Student Hostel Council and Whole-Person Education Programme.
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Prof. Ng Ching-fai addressed the party
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During the opening remarks, UIC President Prof. Ng Ching-fai said that the Lantern Festival was an important and romantic festival for Chinese people. He hoped that through participation, Chinese and foreign students alike could know more about traditional Chinese culture. Later, students and foreign teachers gave many brilliant performances, including opera, a Chinese song sung in French, "Memory" with violin, "Country Road" with guitar, street dance and flash.
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Jeff's performance: with guitar
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A special lantern arranged with candles with letters "UIC" attracted many to have a photo with it. Every participant got a beautiful and delicate mask at the beginning. With the number on it, they could try their fortune to win a gift in the lucky draw.
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Riddle game
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Sweet dumplings-the traditional food of Lantern Festival-were served, and riddles were displayed on lanterns, inviting foreign students and teacher to experience one of the most traditional Chinese festivals.
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Spring Festival couplets
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Prof. Jeff Wilkinson said the party was well organized and he was happy to be part of it. A year-two student said the party was interactive and he had a lot of fun with his friends.
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Sweet dumplings
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Reporter: ZHENG Liwei
Photos: GAO Zihan
Translation: DENG Yawen
Four-Point Coummunication Club
Editor: Echo Li, Richard Xu / MPRO
