On the morning of June 1st, the 2023 "Sino-French Sports, Culture and Education Exchange Event" was successfully held in the Multi-functional Hall of the Xingjian Building of Chengdu Sport University. The attendees included Mr. Frédéric Bessat, Commissioner of Science, Technology and Education Cooperation of the Consulate General of France in Chengdu; Mr. Pierre-Olivier, Director of the Chengdu Center of the French Higher Education Agency; Ms. Wang Yang, Officer of the Program of Promotion and Study Orientation, Mr. Lipan, Dean of the School of Football of Chengdu Sport University and relevant staff of the International Office.
At the meeting, students from Sports Training, Physical Education, Strength Training, and other majors, led by the staff of the Chengdu Center of the French Higher Education Agency, played a fun quiz game on French sports, culture, and education, which ignited the enthusiasm of the present audience. The students took an active part in the game, not only learning about French culture but also experiencing cross-cultural exchanges.
The representative who studied in France introduced the local customs, study experience in France, and employment prospects to the audience. He said that French universities' natural science, humanities, and social science disciplines are well-structured, and students can acquire professional knowledge in different fields and conduct internships in France to broaden their horizons and enrich their experiences.
The representatives of French universities introduced the basic situation of universities there, including the education system, entrance requirements, educational characteristics, etc.; he stated that public universities in France feature tuition-free education with huge support from the French government. French universities are widely acknowledged with high rankings among other universities worldwide. Therefore, students can apply for their desired universities worldwide based on their intention and major.
Students from China and France, as well as international students, were engaged in a friendly football match.
The activity successfully concluded with diversified forms and abundant connotations, which deepened the Chinese and French friendship, bridging the cultural exchanges.