Jiangsu Province: The Beginning of Grateness
Discover the journey behind each moment captured through our Chronicle
Xuzhou City: Quarter-1
During this quarter, the Xuzhou Union of Liberian Students (XULS) successfully implemented “Operation Rebrand XULS,” connecting and uniting Liberian students in the city through online meetings and key programs. The union appointed 15 officials, with 13 serving on various committees under the “Union Service Initiative,” strengthening organizational structure and participation. XULS also developed its official logo, symbolizing unity and shared purpose, and hosted the “Meet the Gathering” event on September 27, welcoming 35 new and existing students, fostering connections, and enhancing engagement within the union. Challenges faced included the lack of budgetary support from the national executive committee, the reluctance of some students to join the union, and the absence of financial turnover reports from past leadership. To address these, XULS recommends that the NEC provide modest funding to support student welfare, outreach activities, and the continued growth of the union at the city level.
Suzhou City: Quarter-1
This quarter, SULS underwent a major restructuring and rebranding of its leadership, coupled with the introduction of a pick-up service for new students. A total of 28 new students were welcomed, increasing the community’s membership to 42. However, the Union faced challenges such as limited resources for hosting newcomers, delays in organizing the welcoming program due to funding issues, and difficulties completing membership registration caused by WeChat constraints. To address these, SULS emphasized the importance of membership commitment among both new and existing scholars. Looking ahead, the Union is prioritizing the completion of membership registration, encouraging timely dues payment, fostering academic engagement, and organizing knowledge-sharing initiatives to strengthen networks and collaboration with other Liberian student communities across China.
Huai’an City: Quarter-1
Since assuming office, the Huai’an City leadership has focused on building a strong foundation for service through structural improvements and visual identity initiatives, in line with the HULS Action Plan. Key achievements include the successful design of the HULS union logo, reinforcing unity and a sense of identity among members. Additionally, the Reception & Settlement Committee has been established to support new students. The committee has already welcomed three students, ensuring their smooth integration into academic and campus life, with plans in place to assist upcoming arrivals through personalized support.
Nanjing City: Quarter-1
During the first quarter, the Nanjing Union of Liberian Students successfully assisted new students by providing pick-up services from hotels and railway stations, helping them settle into their campuses, and ensuring smooth registration. Additionally, a city leadership structure was established to guide union activities and promote organization within the student community. Challenges faced included reluctance from students to participate in union activities and limited financial resources for transportation during pick-up initiatives. Strategies to address these challenges involve in-person outreach to students and requesting financial support from the NEC. Looking ahead, the union plans to organize a general meet-and-greet and a welcome ceremony while working closely with the National President to encourage broader student participation in city affairs.
Changzhou City: Quarter-1
During this quarter, the Changzhou Union of Liberian Students (CULS) made notable progress in strengthening the union’s presence in the city. Key achievements include recruiting two new members from the university, initiating outreach to other universities, planning an upcoming “Meet and Greet” program to foster unity and networking, and developing a detailed city plan outlining both short- and long-term strategies for student engagement and organizational development. Challenges faced included limited student engagement in leadership roles, low response from broader outreach efforts, and perception barriers among some students regarding union participation. Strategies to address these challenges involve collaboration with national leadership, assuming multiple roles temporarily, and gradually increasing engagement through cultural events, academic support sessions, and informal gatherings. Looking ahead, the union aims to enhance national support, provide transportation assistance for outreach, launch awareness campaigns, build leadership capacity through training, and implement a gradual leadership transition for long-term sustainability.
Nantong City: Quarter-1
This quarter, the Nantong Union of Liberian Students successfully organized monthly general meetings with strong attendance and participation. The union maintained smooth communication with the national secretariat, addressed student welfare concerns, including accommodation and academic support, and created a database of new students to strengthen member registration. Members were promptly updated with relevant information from the national leadership, ensuring transparency and engagement within the union. Challenges faced included limited financial resources, inconsistent internet connectivity, difficulty engaging all members due to busy academic schedules, and limited collaboration with other student bodies in the city. To overcome these, strategies such as small fundraising initiatives, flexible meeting schedules, alternative virtual communication platforms, and stronger partnerships with other student unions were proposed. Looking ahead, the union plans to organize a student orientation program for new members, conduct academic and career development workshops, and enhance collaboration with the national secretariat and other city branches for stronger unity.