On the evening of September 21, the International Office held the Fall Semester 2026 International Student Meet-and-Greet in Room Z308 of the Comprehensive Building. Assistant to the President Mr. Tian Ye, Russian foreign teacher Ms. Nana from the School of Humanities, Ms. Yang Bo, Head of International Exchange at the School of Design, and all members of the International Office attended the event. A total of 4 international students from different countries were invited to this event, gathering together to embark on a new semester's cross-cultural journey.

This meet-and-greet aimed to promote communication and exchange between Chinese and international students, deepen cross-cultural interaction, and further enrich the campus's international atmosphere. The international students who participated in the sharing session came from Belgium and Indonesia. Their participation added a touch of multicultural color to the autumn campus of Gengdan.

In a relaxed and pleasant sharing session, the international students took the stage one by one, introducing their respective fields of study, hobbies, and initial experiences in China. The atmosphere was lively, and the distance between them was quickly bridged.

Mia, an exchange student from Belgium, shared with everyone the unique architectural culture and cuisine of Belgium. Originally a student at the Universite libre de Bruxelles, she has a strong interest in architecture, art, and urban culture. After coming to China, Mia hopes to make more friends, experience the rich and colorful Chinese culture, and leave behind beautiful memories of her own through each experience and exchange.

Jeanette (He Yingying), a student from Indonesia, shared her experiences during the exchange activity. She talked about her heartfelt love for animation, described the inspiration animation has brought her, and sincerely explained her reasons for choosing Gengdan Institute for exchange study.

At the event, Jeanette was very thoughtful and brought special small gifts from her hometown for her fellow students, conveying the local flavor and sentiments of a foreign land to everyone. She has an outgoing and lively personality, is warm and hospitable, and her conversation is filled with sincerity. Her optimism and enthusiasm deeply infected every student present. The relaxed and warm sharing also allowed everyone to feel the unique beauty of cross-national exchange and brought each other closer.

Tarik Dia, a student from Belgium, is 21 years old and came here with curiosity and anticipation for China. During the exchange, he introduced the urban landscape and cultural characteristics of Brussels, the capital of Belgium, and shared his architectural design works. In addition, he also plans to create a French corner to provide students with opportunities to communicate and learn French, allowing more people to know each other and understand different cultures through language.

Dave Eugene Wijaya (Guo Yongxiong) from Indonesia has a great passion for Chinese culture and a humorous personality, leaving a deep impression on everyone. He is quite talented in languages and has a wide range of interests. In his spare time, he enjoys playing badminton and is also keen on researching and making various cuisines. His witty and down-to-earth expressions enlivened the atmosphere, helping students better understand the lives of peers from other countries and enhancing mutual communication.

A special award ceremony was held at the event. Assistant to the President Mr. Tian Ye took the stage and presented the "International Star" honorary trophies to the international students who participated in the themed sharing session. This honor is not only a full recognition of the students' wonderful exchange and sharing but also a thank you for bringing diverse foreign cultures and broadening the horizons of students on campus. Applause erupted from the audience, and the atmosphere was warm.