On June 14^th, the 2024 Chinese Language Carnival for International Students was held at the Yunshan Hall on the North Campus of Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (GDUFS). Before the evening event, Chinese and international students wore traditional Hanfu clothing, creating a vibrant cultural tapestry that told timeless stories and showcased the enduring charm of Eastern culture.

In her opening speech, Cai Hong, Dean of the Institute for International Education at GDUFS, emphasized that language is a carrier of culture and a bridge connecting people across borders. She hoped that the event would allow participants to appreciate the beauty of the Chinese language and the depth of Chinese culture, foster understanding and respect between different cultures, and enhance friendship among people from various countries.

The event featured dynamic musical performances, including song medleys "Love from GDUFS" and "Just Met You" by both Chinese and international students. Dressed in elegant traditional garments such as horse-face skirts and ruqun dresses, international students recited the classic Chinese poem "Prelude to Water Melody: How Long Will the Full Moon Last?" in multiple languages. The verses "though miles apart, we'll share the beauty she displays" bridged time and cultural gaps, conveying shared emotions and friendships.

Accompanied by melodious music, international students performed a fan dance titled "Left Hand Pointing to the Moon". The fans in the dancers' hands transformed gracefully, sometimes spinning lightly, other times opening and closing like a storm, vividly expressing the profound essence of classical Chinese culture.

The carnival concluded with a group singing of the university's anthem, "Phoenix Singing in Lingnan". The audience remained captivated by the boundless allure of Chinese culture and the impressive performances of the international students.

Tran Nguyet Anh, a Vietnamese student performer, shared her excitement with reporters, saying, "I am delighted to showcase our carefully rehearsed Chinese dance at the Chinese Language Carnival. Through practicing Chinese dance, I have experienced its unique blend of strength and grace. I hope for more opportunities like this to immerse myself in learning Chinese language and culture."

Source :Yangcheng Evening News

广外国际学生共庆汉语嘉年华

6月14日，广东外语外贸大学2024国际学生汉语嘉年华在北校区云山会堂举行。晚会开始前，中外师生在会场体验穿汉服，留学生身着汉服的身影，宛如一幅幅活生生的文化画卷，讲述着跨越时空的故事，欢声笑语中，更让世界见证东方文化的不朽魅力。

广东外语外贸大学留学生教育学院院长蔡红在致辞中表示，语言是文化的载体，也是连接不同国度心灵的桥梁。她希望通过这次活动，大家不仅能感受到汉语之美，更能体会到中华文化的博大精深，促进不同文化之间的理解和尊重，增进各国人民之间的友谊。

伴随着动感的音乐，中外学生为我们带来歌曲串烧《爱来自广外》和《刚好遇见你》。身穿端庄的马面裙、摇曳的襦裙，留学生们带来多语种朗诵《水调歌头·明月几时有》，“但愿人长久，千里共婵娟”，不同语言的诗句穿越时空和文化的隔阂，将共通的情谊传递给人们。

伴随着悠扬的音乐，留学生带来扇子舞《左手指月》，一把把扇子在舞者手中变幻无穷，或轻盈旋转，或如疾风骤雨般开合，将中国古典文化的深厚底蕴表现得淋漓尽致。

嘉年华晚会在全体合唱校歌《凤鸣岭南》中落幕。现场观众们意犹未尽，仍沉浸在中华文化的无穷魅力和留学生的精彩演绎当中。

表演者、越南留学生陈月英告诉记者：“很高兴能在汉语嘉年华的舞台上为大家带来我们精心排练的中国舞蹈，通过练习中国舞蹈，我也感受到中国舞蹈刚柔并济的独特魅力，希望能有更多像这样的机会沉浸式学习汉语和中国文化。”

来源｜广东外语外贸大学留学生教育学院供稿
译｜刘佳慧