Cultural exchange program invites foreign students to Jiangsu
(JESIE) Updated：2016-01-05
Two students delegations from Canada and Australia visited Nanjing Senior High School in Jiangyin, Jiangsu province, on Nov 21-Dec 9.
Students take a pottery class. [Photo/JESIE]
The students were taking part in the "Discover Jiangsu – Youth Leader Cultural Immersion Program", organized by the Jiangsu Education Services for International Exchange (JESIE).
The program offered a series of Chinese language and cultural courses on calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting, and opera and tai chi.
Students practice calligraphy. [Photo/JESIE]
The students also visited scenic spots in Suzhou, Nanjing and Shanghai and learned about the history of these cities.
The "Discover Jiangsu – Youth Leader Cultural Immersion Program", initiated in July 2015, aims to enhance education cooperation between Jiangsu and foreign countries. It provides financial support for foreign students to attend short-term language courses and exchange activities. So far, more than 150 foreign students and teachers have taken part.
Students experience traditional Chinese fan dance. [Photo/JESIE]
