11.11.11

 November 11th is usually a popular day in different countries. For example, in China, we consider this day as “Single`s Day” among young people. But here in Korea, this day is called “Peppero Day” and it can be both a Single and Couple`s festival. On this day, people prepare a stick-like chocolate covered cookie named “Peppero”. Koreans buy this cookie and share it with their friends, family, etc., as a sign of their appreciation and love. 

This year, since it`s 2011, November 11th which is “11.11.11” is the most attractive number ever. With this day`s coming, two students from the SOLBRIDGE International School of Business named Bigul Chakmak and Valeriya Yun from Kazakhstan organized an event called the “Autumn Ball Dance Festival----Only One Minute For Your Wish”. This whole event started with a humble wish from them on Facebook and then got support by SOLBRIDGE Student Council. Later, it mushroomed into a formal Dance Party on Nov.11th, 2011.


During the party, girls wear dresses and boys wear official suits. Even if it`s not that formal, we still can get involved in the environment and make friends on an international scale. People dressed up and played games together. Flashing lights, nice singing, beautiful dancing, together with students` happy smiles constituted this a big and successful Ball Dancing Party. Ballroom Dancing, performances, fruits and Peppero exchanges were important for this party, but the most important part for us was the priceless memories. 

As the hosts said, their aim was to involve all international students and Expo clubs in active participation in the public life of the school and diversify SOLBRIDGE activities. Speaking of social media buzz and marketing, this is a real example of how powerful this thing is. And also, this event is also a really great example of how international students can take advantage of a popular Korean celebration.

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Jing Zhang is currently a Solbridge Student majoring in International Business and Finance

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