A farewell party was held on Friday, July 20th for the exchange students graduating from Okayama University the summer. The party was sponsored by WAWA, the student volunteer group that supports exchange students.
　The event was intended for the teachers, friends, and Japanese students to have one more chance to meet graduating international students and departing exchange students. It was also a way to thank and celebrate all the international students for their friendships and contributions at Okayama University. The event was attended by 137 people, including International Alumni Association and Global Partners staff, departing students (56), continuing international students (37), and Japanese students (12).
　The event, held at the dormitory, started with an opening remarks and a toast by WAWA’s Nishimura and Katayama, respectively. International Alumni president, Professor Zhang Hong, then gave a greeting and explained the International Alumni Association. Thirty students joined the association.
　The members enjoyed mingling and chatting and the event was closed with a greeting by Okumura from WAWA.