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Student Activities & Campus Life
Clubs, cultural events, sports, and the international student community at NPU — find your place on campus.
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Student Clubs & Organizations
NPU has over 100 registered student clubs and organisations. International students are encouraged to join — it is one of the best ways to make friends and practise Chinese.
International Student Union (ISU)
The central organization for international students at NPU, organizing monthly cultural exchange events, peer buddy matching, new student orientation, and the annual Cultural Bridge (文化桥) gala.
Debate & Public Speaking Club
Open to all languages — debates in English and Mandarin, monthly competitions, and links to the national university debate circuit.
Sports Clubs (体育社团)
Basketball, football, table tennis, badminton, martial arts, yoga, swimming, and running clubs all accept international members. Equipment is available for loan from the sports centre.
Arts & Cultural Societies
Calligraphy, traditional Chinese painting, music ensemble, photography, and film club. Regular exhibitions and performances open to all students.
Volunteer & Community Service
NPU volunteers participate in Terracotta Warriors site maintenance, Xi'an city half-marathon support, and tutoring in local schools. Great for Chinese practice and meeting local residents.
How to Join a Club
Club recruitment takes place during the Annual Student Club Fair (社团招募会) in September. You can also approach club representatives via the Student Union office or WeChat group.
Annual Calendar
Key International Student Events
These annual events are highlights of the NPU international student calendar. Mark your diary!
- September — New Student OrientationThree-day programme covering visa, safety, banking, campus tour, and cultural adjustment. Organised by the International Students Office.
- October — Club Fair & Campus Activities MonthOver 100 clubs recruit new members. Photography competitions, cultural performances, and the national sports meet (运动会) take place throughout October.
- November — Cultural Bridge Gala (文化桥)NPU's flagship international cultural event — students perform traditional dances, music, and cultural presentations from their home countries to an audience of 1,000+.
- December–January — Winter Camp & City TripsOrganised trips to the Terracotta Warriors, Huashan Mountain, Zhouzhi Giant Panda Base, and Datang Everbright City for international students.
- May — International Culture FestivalA campus-wide food and culture fair where international students set up national stalls — traditional food, crafts, costumes, and games from 50+ countries.
Stay Active
Sports & Recreation Facilities
Staying active is easy at NPU. The campus sports centre is open to all international students, and most facilities are free or very low-cost.
- Indoor gym (健身房) — free for students with campus card, open 07:00–21:00 daily
- Basketball courts (outdoor, free) and indoor court (booking required)
- Badminton courts — ¥10/hour per court, bookable via campus sports app
- Table tennis (乒乓球) rooms — free access, first-come first-served
- Running track (400 m) on both Youyi and Chang'an campuses
- Swimming pool on Youyi Campus — seasonal (June–September), ¥5–10 per session
- Yoga and aerobics classes run by the PE Department — check semester schedule
- International vs. Domestic student sports tournaments held each semester
Student Union & ISO
Activities & Events Contact
For club information, event registration, or volunteer opportunities, contact the International Students Office.
Room 718, Yizi Building, 127 Youyi Xilu, Beilin, Xi'an 710072
Mon–Fri 08:30–17:30 (Beijing Time)