9月27日周五十点整，文荟广场的树荫下洋溢着迎接周末到来的轻松愉悦的氛围，SILC师生翘首以盼新加坡共和理工学院（Republic Polytechnic，以下简称RP）39名师生的到来。一辆白色大巴在广场前缓缓停下，师生们惊喜地从窗户向大家挥手打招呼，SILC与RP的奇妙之旅正式拉开序幕。

On Friday, September 27th, at 10:00 AM, the shade of Wenhui Plaza was filled with a relaxing and joyful atmosphere as the weekend is coming.The students and teachers from SILC eagerly awaited the arrival of 39 faculty members and students from Singapore Republic Polytechnic (RP). As a white bus slowly pulled up in front of the plaza, the visitors waved excitedly from the windows, marking the beginning of a wonderful journey between SILC and RP.

SILC与RP的师生们在文德楼209齐聚一堂开启师生交流会，活动由国际部副主任孟瑞琼主持。首先，上海大学悉尼工商学院副院长蔡震尧致欢迎词。他提到，SILC和RP在人才培养理念方面有很多共同点。他希望借此机会，双方充分交流，探讨未来合作的可能性。上海大学悉尼工商学院国际部主任顾浩东分享了他对中国经济未来发展的思考和看法；上海大学悉尼工商学院国际生Quan Qi Ying分享了学院各类面向国际学生开放的本科和研究生项目，以及SILC丰富的校园活动。

The teachers and students from SILC and RP gathered in Room 209 of the Wende Building to kick off the event, hosted by Meng Ruiqiong, Associate Director of the International Office. First, Prof. Cai Zhenyao, the Associate Dean of SILC, delivered a welcome speech.He mentioned that there are many shared educational philosophies between SILC and RP. He also expressed his hope that both sides would fully engage in discussions and explore potential future collaborations. Gu Haodong, Director of the International Office of SILC, Shanghai University, then gave a lecture, sharing his thoughts and views on the future development of China’s economy. Additionally, Quan Qi Ying, an international student from SILC, introduced the various undergraduate and postgraduate programs available for international students at SILC, as well as the wide range of campus activities.

随后，中外师生走出教室，在文荟广场的绿地上留下了珍贵的合影。在SILC学生代表的带领下，大家漫步校园，惬意地享受着秋日的暖阳和微微的秋风。SILC学生代表兴奋而又自豪地带着大家穿过校园里的设施建筑、花草树木。“这是我们上课的教学楼”“这是我们的食堂，二楼的烧烤超级好吃！”“这是我们的操场，你经常可以看到中外学生们一起打篮球”“这是我们学校里的小猫，他们正懒洋洋地睡午觉呢”……RP的学生们拿起照相机，新奇而又兴奋地记录着校园里的一切：慵懒自在的猫猫学长、盘根错节的百年松树、欢声笑语的同学们……秋风吹不散校园里的欢声笑语。SILC与RP的同学们虽只是第一次相见，却一见如故，谈笑风生。SILC的好有那么多，三言两语怎能轻易说完。

Afterward, the students and teachers stepped outside and left a group photo on the green lawn of Wenhui Square. Led by student representatives from SILC, the group strolled through the campus, enjoying the warmth of the autumn sun and the gentle breeze. SILC student representatives excitedly and proudly introduced various campus facilities, plants, and buildings: “This is our teaching building,” “This is our canteen, and the barbecue on the second floor is super delicious!” “This is our sports field, where you can often see local and international students playing basketball together,” “These are our campus cats, lazily napping in the afternoon sun.” The RP students, full of curiosity and excitement,recorded everything through their cameras: the cats, the century-old pine trees, and the lively students. The autumn breeze did nothing to dampen the laughter and joy that filled the campus. Despite their first time meeting, the students from SILC and RP hit it off instantly, chatting and laughing together.

在上海大学嘉定校区一食堂招待餐厅共同享用午餐后，SILC师生们送别了RP的师生们。此次的相见并不长，但SILC与RP仍结下了深厚的友谊。在共同助力全球高等教育发展的旅途上，愿两校共享知识之光，激发灵感之源，在交流与探索中共绘国际教育事业的辉煌画卷！

After enjoying lunch together at the canteen No .1, the SILC students and faculty bid farewell to the guests from RP. Although the visit was short, SILC and RP have been closely connected to each other.As both schools continue to contribute to the development of global higher education, may they share the light of knowledge, inspire creativity, and together paint a bright future for international education through exchange and exploration.

‌新加坡共和理工学院（Republic Polytechnic，简称RP）‌是新加坡政府完全投资的公立学院，属于国立学院，是新加坡五所国立理工学院之一。该学院成立于2002年，位于新加坡伍德兰，占地面积20公顷，拥有优美的校园环境和先进的教学设施。学院的办学理念是培育创新和创业学习，致力于在发展解决问题能力和终身学习机会的环境中培育。该学院提供多种专业课程，包括应用科学、工程学院、资讯与通讯科技学院等。

Republic Polytechnic (RP)is a public polytechnic fully funded by the Singapore government. It is one of the five national polytechnics in Singapore. Established in 2002, RP is located in Woodlands, Singapore, covering an area of 20 hectares with a beautiful campus and advanced teaching facilities. The polytechnic’s mission is to nurture innovation and entrepreneurial learning, focusing on developing problem-solving skills and lifelong learning opportunities. It offers a wide range of courses, including those from the School of Applied Science, School of Engineering, School of Information and Communications Technology, and more.