Zhejiang University Successfully Hosts 2025 International Faculty New Year Welcome Party

On the afternoon of December 27, 2024, the 2025 International Faculty New Year Welcome Party was successfully held in Room 227 of the East Sixth Teaching Building at Zijingang Campus. The event was attended by senior representatives from various departments, including Chen Baoliang, Director of the Human Resources Office; Du Yue, Deputy Director of the Human Resources Department; Gao Jie, Deputy Director of the Human Resources Department; Luo Yongjiang, Party Secretary of the School of International Studies; and Min Shangchao, Vice Dean of the School of International Studies. More than 60 international faculty members and their families from 21 colleges representing 15 countries and regions participated in the celebration.

Gao Jie, Deputy Director of the Human Resources Department, opened the event with a warm address, extending heartfelt holiday greetings to the attendees. She expressed deep gratitude for the significant contributions of the international faculty to Zhejiang University's efforts in advancing internationalization over the past year. Gao Jie also shared her hopes for continued collaboration and support in the year ahead, reinforcing the importance of the shared journey towards excellence.

The event featured six meticulously planned activities designed to offer participants an authentic experience of Chinese culture. These included calligraphy of the Chinese character Fu (福), paper cutting, New Year-themed block printing, and painting on circular fans. Attendees enthusiastically participated in these hands-on activities, immersing themselves in the charm of traditional Chinese culture. The atmosphere was vibrant and festive, reflecting the joy of the occasion.

In addition to the cultural experiences, the event featured New Year gifts and heartfelt wishes from the organizers, presented through a lively lucky draw and a gift exchange session that left attendees with unforgettable memories. The lucky draw brought moments of joy and surprise, while the gift exchange, conducted through random selections, fostered interaction and camaraderie among participants, enriching the event with fun and friendship.

The gathering concluded with a group photo, leaving attendees with cherished memories of an unforgettable event and a remarkable day. International faculty members expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the organizers and Zhejiang University representatives for hosting such a meaningful event, describing it as both extraordinary and memorable. They also conveyed their hopes for more opportunities like this in the future to enhance exchange and collaboration, contributing together to the university's ongoing internationalization efforts.

The 2025 International Faculty New Year Welcome Party was organized in collaboration with the Human Resources Department, Unions, Office of Global Engagement, and the School of International Studies. The event aimed to ring in the new year with the international faculty while fostering a platform for communication and connection. It sought to promote a harmonious and welcoming international campus environment.