Students and faculty of Henry Fok Pearl Jubilee College (HFPJC) of the University of Macau (UM) visited Xiuzhong College of Tsinghua University from 18 December to 24 December 2023. The trip was the first exchange activity between the two colleges since the establishment of their sister-college relationship. It aimed to provide a learning and exchange platform for students and faculty from the two colleges, and facilitate comprehensive and in-depth exchanges and cooperation between the two colleges in the areas of residential college system, innovative practices, cultural education, and sustainable development.

During their time in Beijing, students and faculty from HFPJC and Xiuzhong College visited the Beijing Office of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macao SAR. They also visited the campus of Tsinghua University, including the History Museum, Art Museum, Science Museum and the Fundamental Industry Training Center, and took part in the Sustainable Development Academic Festival organised by Xiuzhong College.

The reciprocal visits deepened the friendship and cooperation between the two colleges. The two colleges will also promote more in-depth exchanges and cooperation, facilitate the development and innovation of the residential college system, and cultivate more outstanding talent with global perspective and innovative spirit.