2025 Annual Gathering

Feb 11, 2026 · 2 min read
2025 Annual Gathering
Abstract
The 2025 Annual Gathering is organized as a year-end event to promote communication, strengthen cohesion, and foster a greater sense of belonging among lab members. Featuring a shared dinner and a range of light recreational activities, the gathering creates a relaxed and inclusive environment in which students and researchers can interact beyond their regular academic responsibilities. The event is intended to enrich the lab’s collective culture, encourage mutual understanding, and conclude the year in a warm and memorable way.
Date
Feb 11, 2026
Event
Location

Dongnanjiao Restaurant

Building C, No. 1388 Shangda Road, Shanghai, Baoshan District

About the Event

Overview

The 2025 Annual Gathering is planned as a year-end event for lab members, providing students and researchers with an opportunity to come together in a relaxed and welcoming setting. As the year draws to a close, the gathering offers a valuable occasion to step away from daily academic routines, reflect on shared experiences, and strengthen connections within the lab.

Held at Dongnanjiao Restaurant, the event features a Southeast Asian dining experience together with a selection of light recreational activities. Through a combination of shared dining, music, and interactive games, the gathering is designed to create a warm and enjoyable atmosphere that encourages communication, participation, and community building.

Activities

🍽️ Southeast Asian Dinner

  • A rich variety of Southeast Asian dishes was carefully prepared, offering distinctive flavors and an enjoyable dining experience for the gathering

  • In a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, faculty members and students enjoyed the meal together while engaging in casual conversations and warm exchanges

🎤 Karaoke Session

  • A live singing performance was arranged during dinner, creating a lively and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the event

  • Faculty members and students also actively participated in singing, which further enhanced the sense of enjoyment and engagement through relaxed interaction and communication

🧩 Board Games

  • The gathering included a selection of board games such as Avalon and Splendor, providing diverse opportunities for participation and interaction

  • Through cooperation, conversation, and strategic thinking in the games, the activity further strengthened interaction among participants and enhanced the cohesion of the lab

Purpose and Impact

The annual gathering aims to promote communication, strengthen cohesion, and foster a greater sense of belonging among lab members. By providing an opportunity for students and researchers to engage in a relaxed setting outside their regular academic work, the event helps encourage mutual understanding and build a more connected lab.

As a year-end occasion, the gathering also serves as a meaningful opportunity to reflect on shared experiences and celebrate the collective efforts of the past year. In this way, it contributes to a warm, inclusive, and supportive lab culture, while creating positive memories for the year ahead.