indulging in the spirit of Chinese New Year, some trainees from China have actually chosen to remain back in Malaysia to introduce the Year of the Snake.
Awed by the vibrant neighborhood ambience, UCSI University education and learning psychology PhD prospect Liao Yiming informed StarMetro that she has actually constantly appreciated the fireworks and light display screens right here.
“The fireworks illuminate the sky throughout the night, creating an energetic vibe.
“Also, the lights at places like the PETRONAS Twin Towers are vibrant and splendid,” she claimed throughout a cheery lunch arranged by UCSI University for its China trainees.
Celebrating Chinese New Year in Malaysia for the 5th year, Liao aspires to assimilate with neighborhood society which she states varies and comprehensive.
“In the past, international students from China had organised events and activities such as dances, magic shows and poetry recitals in conjunction with the festivity.
“It was a memorable and happy experience.
“This year, I will be joining my Malaysian friends for their Chinese New Year preparations,” she claimed.
“We will be making Malaysian food such as nasi lemak and Nyonya dishes,” shared Liao, that is from Shenzhen City, Guangdong Province.
Despite the cheery ambience in the nation, Zhao Zitong, a UCSI University chemical design undergrad, still has problem with isolation.
Zhao, that is from Taiyuan City, Shanxi district, claimed he handled to conquer his despair a little by taking part in cheery occasions with pals.
“This is the second year that I am celebrating Chinese New Year in Malaysia.
“I will join my friends for a meal before we enjoy the fireworks display,” he claimed.
He included that the cheery techniques in Malaysia are a lot more laid-back contrasted to China where focus is put on standard routines such as pasting couplets in the house.
Also existing at the lunch was UCSI University vice-chancellor and head of state Prof Datuk Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir.
She defined the occasion as a method for the college to value the existence of Chinese global trainees.
“We want to show that we are here for them while they are celebrating away from their family.
“Their presence adds colour to the campus, especially when internationalisation is such a big thing.
“Through events like this, they can also learn how people here celebrate Chinese New Year.
“This is a good way of preparing them to become global citizens,” she claimed.
During the occasion, Prof Siti Hamisah threw yee sang along with the trainees.
