The students gathered in the large auditorium of the 2nd floor of the dormitory. Everyone dressed up for the occasion. Originally, the students were told that a small farewell celebration had been planned for their last night at GXNU. But this last night coincided with the Mid-Autumn Festival so Chen Laoshi combined the students’ farewell with the Festival.
The UW students prepared a skit and several songs to perform during the Festival. Other visiting students were also to perform during the night. When students arrived at the auditorium, over two hundred people had gathered for the event.
The UW students opened the Festival, singing the two traditional songs learned earlier in the trip. Afterwards, the dean of the International School handed out certificates for completion of the program. After this, the festivities really started. Moon cakes were passed around, as was fruit and tea. The audience enjoyed all the performances and was very loud, supportive and active in giving their support.
At the end of the night, many of the students stayed to say goodbye to friends and teachers, as well as to exchange email addresses and take photos.
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