時光荏苒歲月如梭，從開學到今日不知不覺已經過了兩個多月的時間，在鄰近感恩節的一個假日，由國際處的志工們舉辦了一場專門給來東吳大學交換的外籍生的文化交流活動，希望能讓剛結束期中考試的交換生們，能在閒暇的午後度過一個美好的時光。

有別於前幾日的天氣，今日的天氣可以說是百年難得一見的舒適，太陽與微風的搭配，共同交織出了涼爽宜人卻又不燥熱的天氣，也從此開啟了活動的序幕。

由於鄰近感恩節，本次文化交流活動的主題因此將感恩節作為主題，首先透過團體小遊戲「運送火雞蛋」來活絡活動的氣氛，以遊戲來促進小組之間交換生們的互動，在遊戲中國際處的志工們也一同參與遊戲的進行，大家齊心協力一起遊玩爭取勝利。經過了遊戲的環節，相信無論是志工或是交換生們，彼此之間的情誼與互動一定也提升了不少，而國際處也準備了東吳大學的特色小禮物，分別有東吳小熊、東吳行李束帶、東吳磁鐵，以及東吳紙膠帶，不只是單純的獎品，更承載了學生們在東吳大學的回憶。

而在遊戲環節過後的餐敘時間，大家吃著感恩節最具代表性的烤雞，同時也因方才的遊戲環節，相較於最初的害羞及靦腆，整個會場的氣氛與氛圍都熱絡了不少。交換生們與志工們之間各自分享著生活中的趣事，彼此互相交流著美好的體驗，感謝生活中遇到的一切美好，也感謝東吳大學這個地方，讓來自不同國家有著不同文化背景的人們，能在這個美好的午後聚在一起享受悠閒的時間，希望日後也能有更多的機會能聚在一塊，繼續深化彼此之間的感情。

More than two months have passed since the beginning of the semester. To celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, volunteers from the Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs at Soochow University organized a cultural exchange event for exchange students on a relaxing Saturday afternoon. The event aimed to provide students with an opportunity to unwind and connect with one another after the busy midterm period.

The pleasant weather added to the cheerful atmosphere of the gathering. Warm sunshine and a gentle breeze created a comfortable environment, making it an ideal afternoon for students to come together and enjoy the event.

As Thanksgiving was approaching, the activities were designed around the holiday theme. The event began with a group game called “Deliver the Turkey Egg,” which helped break the ice and encouraged interaction among participants. Exchange students and volunteers worked together in teams, filling the venue with laughter, teamwork, and friendly competition.

Following the games, participants received Soochow University souvenirs prepared by the office, including the Soochow Bear, luggage straps, magnets, and decorative tapes. These small gifts served as meaningful mementos of their exchange experience at the university.

During the gathering, students also enjoyed roast chicken, a classic dish often associated with Thanksgiving celebrations. The relaxed atmosphere encouraged lively conversations as exchange students and volunteers shared stories, introduced their cultures, and reflected on their experiences studying at Soochow University.

The event not only allowed students to experience the spirit of Thanksgiving, but also strengthened the connections between exchange students and volunteers. Through activities like this, the university continues to promote cross-cultural exchange and create a welcoming and supportive environment for international students.