City Meetups

Tsinghua Gen2 Hosts A Summer Hit in NYC On June 21st, 2025, Tsinghua Youth Connect (TYCon) hosted its third NYC City Meetup with vibrant rooftop barbecue that brought together over 40 members of the Gen2 community, marking our largest gathering yet. Part of TYCon’s core City Meetup series, the event reflected our mission to foster authentic, in-person connections among the children of Tsinghua alumni through inclusive and engaging programs. With stunning views of the East Riv

Tsinghua Gen2 Hosts A Summer Hit in NYC On June 21st, 2025, Tsinghua Youth Connect (TYCon) hosted its third NYC City Meetup with vibrant rooftop barbecue that brought together over 40 members of the Gen2 community, marking our largest gathering yet. Part of TYCon’s core City Meetup series, the event reflected our mission to foster authentic, in-person connections among the children of Tsinghua alumni through inclusive and engaging programs. With stunning views of the East Riv

Author: Rachel Ding (丁雷倩) On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the second-generation Tsinghua University alumni community in the New York City area gathered for their second local meetup in preparation for the upcoming 6th North American Alumni Conference, taking place May 23–25 in Los Angeles. This picnic is part of a growing series of regionally-led Gen2 events across the U.S., which have included hiking, ice skating, dumpling-making, and more. Hosted in Central Park on a picture-perf

On February 7, 2025, the TYCon Philadelphia City Meetup brought together members of the Tsinghua Gen2 community for an unforgettable evening of ice skating and dinner in the heart of Philadelphia. Hosted at the Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest at Penn’s Landing, the event welcomed 15 attendees, including students, young professionals, and parents. The night began with ice skating under the city lights, where seasoned skaters and first-timers alike glided across the rink and en

The Spring Festival is a time when families and friends gather to welcome the new year with joy and tradition. One of the most cherished activities during this celebration is making dumplings together. This simple yet meaningful practice brings people closer, creating memories that last long after the festival ends. Hosting a meet-up for dumpling making offers a wonderful way to share culture, enjoy delicious food, and connect with loved ones. The Joy of Sharing Dumplings Aft

TYCon’s first in-person meet-up took place on November 16th, 2024, bringing members near the Washington DC area together for a memorable day of outdoor adventure through the trails of Rock Creek Park. The event was followed by a dinner in downtown DC, where members could share experiences and strengthen the ties of the TYCon community. We want to thank everyone who showed up to participate in this lovely get-together! Matt, TYCon member: I had been looking forward to this ev