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Chinese students

THE University of Wales Trinity Saint David welcomed the first cohort of students to its new Academy of Sinology in Lampeter.

The Academy of Sinology was established last July as a joint institution between the Chin Kung Multicultural Educational Foundation and the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, marking the beginning of a new era in the studies of ancient Chinese culture, values and ethics.

The nine students who have recently embarked on their studies within the Academy were greeted by members of the University along with members of the Chin Kung Foundation in an evening of thanksgiving, prayer and song.

The purpose of the Academy is, through education, instruction and enlightenment, to reintroduce ancient heritage and culture to the international community, at a moment when so much change and chaos in the world undermines people’s faith and belief in social harmony, mutual respect and peace.

Prof Medwin Hughes, DL, vice-chancellor of the University of Wales Trinity Saint David said: “This development is very much grounded in the tradition of the University’s Lampeter campus as a multi-faith and multi-cultural centre, rooted in Wales but looking out across the world.

“This is a major development and is one of many which we are pursuing centred upon the expertise and location of Lampeter. It will not only benefit the University but will also benefit the town and the community in Ceredigion.”

St Peter’s Church

SUNDAY, 23 April: 8am, Holy Communion in English; 9.15am, Cymun Bendigaid (Holy Communion in Welsh); 10.30am, Holy Communion in English.

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