Sun Yat-sen University Museum celebrated its first International Museum Day in May 18, with dynamic programs that bridged academic heritage and public engagement. Aligning with the global theme “The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities,” the newly inaugurated institution showcased its dual role as a guardian of history and a catalyst for innovation, attracting over 2,000 particip...
On May 20, a love story spanning cultures and continents unfolds at the Sino-French Institute of Nuclear Engineering and Technology at Sun Yat-sen University (IFCEN, SYSU), where Alexander Gewirtz and Océane Gewirtz—affectionately named "Dashan" and "Haiyang" by their students—have been shaping minds and bridging Sino-French ties for nearly 15 years.Alexander Gewirtz and Océane GewirtzA Leap ...
Growing up in Canada with tales of his parents’ distant homeland, Li Shimin had always wondered about his roots: “Where did I really come from?” Sharing a name with the Tang Dynasty’s emperor Taizong often sparked awkwardness in Li’s childhood. But it was this namesake that ignited his fascination with Chinese history and culture, which became a bridge for him to understand Chinese civiliz...
Resource: GDTodayYoung performers from the University of British Columbia (UBC) staged the Mandarin-language opera Thunderstorm at Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) in Guangzhou and Zhuhai on May 8 and 9, collaborating with two pianists from SYSU’s School of Art.The joint performance forms part of UBC’s nine-city China tour starting on April 30, marking two key milestones in China-Canada relation...
From the dynamic lecture halls to the state-of-the-art research facilities, and from the quiet administrative offices to the bustling student centers, every member of Sun Yat-sen University’s staff and faculty embodies the spirit of dedication and service. This International Workers’ Day, we shine a spotlight on the diverse roles that together nurture academic excellence, foster campus vitali...
While students and faculty go about their daily routines, a dedicated group of logistics workers quietly ensures that every light is on, every meal is warm, and every corner of the campus stays clean. This International Workers' Day, we spotlight their stories, their devotion, and the heartbeat they provide to Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU).Yin Yinghong: A Dormitory Guardian Who Brings the Feeli...