Report on the FY2025 CA+inD University Immersion Program at the West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University: Tohoku University Team Secures Second Place in Inter-University Competition
Jul. 25, 2025
Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry conducted the "2025 CA+inD Spring Short-Term Outbound Program" from June 29 to July 11, 2025,and sent 2 students to Sichuan University, China.
As a part of the CAMPUS Asia Plus in Dentistry Program of the Inter-University Exchange Project, this time hosted by Sichuan University in China.This program features cutting-edge lectures, immersive cultural experiences, and a unique platform for dental students worldwide to enhance their skills through competition and friendship. It encompasses a series of activities such as skill training, cultural exchanges, campus tours, clinic and laboratory observations, and other potential campus activities.
During the two-week program, students and faculty from over ten countries and regions—including the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Indonesia, Thailand, South Korea, and the United States—gathered to attend diverse lectures and interact with dental students from around the world.
From Tohoku University School of Dentistry, sixth-year student Sun Rui Xue and fourth-year student Yuan Zhi Hua participated in this program. Both students actively engaged in all activities and achieved remarkable results.
A highlight of the program was the Intercollegiate Clinical Skills Competition held on the final day, in which the Tohoku University team excelled, securing second place overall across four categories, including dental technical skills and medical interviews.
In addition, Ms. Sun Rui Xue received the Outstanding Award in Section One, which included Intraoral Mucosal Suturing and Maxillofacial Bandaging.
This remarkable achievement highlights not only the exceptional capabilities of the participating students, but also the academic excellence and global competitiveness of Tohoku University.
This remarkable achievement highlights not only the exceptional capabilities of the participating students, but also the academic excellence and global competitiveness of Tohoku University.
▲ Scene from the competition
▲ At the award ceremony (second from the right: Ms. Sun Rui Xue)
▲ At the award ceremony (from left: Ms. Sun Rui Xue, Ms. Yuan Zhihua)
▲ Participating students reporting their award (center: Prof. Hong)
Related Information: CAMPUS Asia Plus Symposium & University Immersion Program (UIP) 2025