On January 22, as the Year of the Snake approached, Shanghai International College of Intellectual Property at Tongji University hosted a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration for its international and domestic students staying on campus, immersing them in festive traditions and fostering cross-cultural connections. Party Committee Secretary Qin Wenzhong, Deputy Party Committee Secretary Lin Min, Vice Dean Dang Jianwei, and on-campus students gathered for a tea reception, extending heartfelt New Year blessings to the community.

Dragon Dance Welcomes Prosperity

The event commenced with an awe-inspiring dragon dance performance by professional artists. Students later joined hands-on workshops to learn basic dragon dance movements, experiencing firsthand the dynamism of this ancient Chinese tradition. During the ceremonial eye-dotting ritual led by college leaders—a symbolic gesture to awaken the dragon’s spirit—participants posed for group photos, capturing hopes for vitality and success in the coming year.

Cultural Crafts and Boundless Creativity

A series of immersive cultural activities drew enthusiastic participation, including fortune character rubbings, sugar painting, tanghulu (candied fruit skewers) crafting, intricate paper-cutting, Peking Opera mask painting, and Lunar New Year fish lantern assembly. Folk artisans demonstrated these time-honored techniques while students created personalized festive artworks. The hands-on experiences not only showcased China’s artisan heritage but also deepened intercultural exchanges. Supplementary videos and presentations further enriched participants’ understanding of Spring Festival traditions. Concluding the festivities, the college distributed New Year gift packages, ensuring all attendees cherished a warm and memorable celebration on campus.

New Year’s Benediction

As the most revered traditional festival embodying aspirations for prosperity and harmony, the Spring Festival symbolizes renewal and hope. SICIP faculty and students jointly extend sincere wishes: May the Year of the Snake bring everyone joy, success, and boundless opportunities!