活動摘要

為迎接春節到來，國立高雄大學語文中心舉辦外籍生包水餃文化體驗活動，邀請學生親手製作象徵團圓與吉祥的水餃。活動結合料理實作、中文溝通與節慶文化介紹，為外籍生留下溫馨而深刻的在臺學習記憶。

To celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year, the Language Center of National University of Kaohsiung recently organized a Dumpling-Making Cultural Experience for international students. Participants were invited to explore Taiwan’s traditional family and festive culture by making dumplings, which symbolize reunion and good fortune. The event created a warm and lively atmosphere and left students with a meaningful cultural memory of their time in Taiwan.

中文摘要

為迎接春節到來，國立高雄大學語文中心日前舉辦「外籍生包水餃文化體驗活動」，邀請中心外籍學生走進臺灣傳統家庭節慶文化，親手製作象徵團圓與吉祥的水餃。活動圓滿完成，現場氣氛溫馨熱絡，也為外籍生的在臺學習經驗增添一段深刻的文化印記。

The activity used a DIY dumpling kit from Guomao Wu Ma Jia（果貿吳媽家）, prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This professional preparation allowed students to focus on the complete cooking process, from mixing the fillings and wrapping the dumplings to boiling them. Instructors provided step-by-step guidance covering ingredient selection, filling proportions, wrapping techniques, and cooking methods. Students selected their preferred flavors, mixed the fillings themselves, practiced shaping the dumplings, and finally cooked their own creations.

中文摘要

活動使用果貿吳媽家以新鮮在地食材準備的水餃 DIY 料理組，讓學生在安全、專業的準備下，完整體驗從拌餡、包製到烹煮的過程。老師循序介紹食材、餡料比例、包製技巧與烹煮方法，學生也自行決定口味、親手拌餡並完成料理。

The Language Center explained that dumplings carry deep cultural significance in Chinese-speaking communities. They are especially meaningful during the Lunar New Year, when they represent family reunion, good fortune, and sharing. By extending language learning into a festive, real-life context, the activity encouraged students to use Mandarin naturally while working together. At the same time, they experienced Taiwanese holiday traditions and developed a closer connection with the society in which they were studying.

中文摘要

語文中心表示，水餃在華人社會具有深厚的文化意涵，尤其於春節期間，象徵團圓、吉祥與分享。本次活動將語言學習延伸至節慶生活場域，讓外籍生在實作中自然使用中文溝通，也透過體驗感受臺灣傳統文化與節慶氛圍。

Several participating students shared that the experience—from initially being unfamiliar with dumpling making to finally tasting their own creations—was highly rewarding. They also gained a deeper appreciation of the Taiwanese family spirit of “cooking and sharing together.” Some students described the event as feeling like a warm gathering before the Lunar New Year, rather than simply a cooking lesson.

中文摘要

多位參與學生分享，從最初對水餃製作的陌生，到最後品嚐自己完成的料理，整個過程充滿成就感，也讓他們體驗到「一起動手、一起分享」的臺灣家庭精神。有學生表示，這次活動彷彿是一場春節前的溫暖聚會，而不只是一堂料理課。

The Language Center of National University of Kaohsiung is committed to creating a diverse learning environment that integrates language education with cultural experiences. Through activities connected to everyday life and traditional festivals, the center helps international students understand Taiwanese culture and participate more fully in local society. Language therefore becomes more than a classroom subject—it serves as a bridge connecting people, communities, and cultures. The center will continue to develop meaningful cultural programs that enrich Mandarin learning with cultural understanding and real-life engagement.

中文摘要

國立高雄大學語文中心長期致力於打造結合語言學習與文化體驗的多元教學環境。透過貼近生活與節慶的活動設計，協助外籍生理解臺灣文化、融入社會，也讓語言不只是課堂知識，而是連結人與人之間的橋梁。未來將持續規劃更多具有深度與溫度的文化體驗活動。