Costa Rican Student Celebrates Spring Festival 
Costa Rican student Ericka Koo shares her love for Chinese Spring Festival foods and traditions, highlighting cross-cultural connections through family reunions. 
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Costa Rican Student Celebrates Spring Festival
Costa Rican Student Celebrates Chinese Spring Festival with Delicious Traditions 
Costa Rican student Ericka Koo shares her love for the Chinese Spring Festival, highlighting traditional dishes and the joy of family reunions. 
Tuvaluan Student Finds Inspiration in Chinese Culture 
Tuvaluan student Lilly Rose shares how Chinese culture and tech inspire her while aiding Pacific climate resilience. 
From festivals to renewable energy!
Duke Student’s Epic 24 Hours Exploring Shanghai 
Discover how Duke student Matthew Rodriguez spent an unforgettable 24 hours exploring the vibrant city of Shanghai, thanks to China’s 144-hour visa-free transit policy.
Kazakh Students Spice Up Beijing with Homegrown Flavors 
Kazakh students in Beijing are bridging cultures through homemade meals. Discover their journey and the flavors uniting communities. 
Chinese Student Shares Heartwarming Escape from Kyiv 
Hou Yefan, a Chinese student in Ukraine, recounts locals’ kindness during her evacuation from Kyiv. A story of hope and global unity. 
From Kyiv with Kindness: Chinese Student Shares Heartwarming Evacuation Story
A Chinese student in Ukraine shares a touching account of local Ukrainians’ kindness while evacuating Kyiv.
Legal Eagle Helps International Students Survive 2020 in NYC 
NYU student Yang Ying turned her legal struggles into a lifeline for international students during 2020’s toughest moments. 
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