Yale Students Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival and Chuseok Under the Full Moon
Yale University students recently came together to celebrate two cultural festivals under the full moon. The events, held on October 7 and 5, honoured the Mid-Autumn Festival and Chuseok respectively, bringing students of diverse backgrounds together to learn about and celebrate their heritage and traditions.
The Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrated globally including at Yale, took place on the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month. It is a time for family unity and is symbolised by the full moon. On October 7, students gathered on Cross Campus for a full moon event co-hosted by several cultural associations. They enjoyed tea brewing demonstrations and mooncake making workshops, learning about Chinese and Vietnamese traditions.
Meanwhile, on October 5, about 50 students participated in the Chuseok celebration at Sheffield Sterling Strathcona Hall. This Korean version of the Mid-Autumn Festival was organised by Korean-American Students at Yale (KASY). Students enjoyed traditional games, music, and food, celebrating their heritage and sharing it with their peers.
Both events provided an opportunity for Yale students to learn about and celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival and its variations, fostering cultural exchange and understanding on campus. The full moon events were successful in bringing students together, regardless of their backgrounds, to honour their heritage and learn new traditions.
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