Three students from Chinese program at the University of Iowa participated in the 2022 Midwest University Chinese Speech Contest on May 14 and won a First Prize, a Second Prize, and a Third Prize. The contest consisted of two components: an original speech delivered in Chinese and a performance of a talent related to Chinese language and culture. Competing against 51 contestants from Mid-west universities across six states, the UI students demonstrated their Chinese speaking ability as well as their knowledge and passion of Chinese culture and tradition. 

Congratulations to the following students on their wonderful achievements:

• Lily Dong 董丹妮 won the First Prize in first- and second-year Chinese heritage group.
• San Aung 安尚诺 won the Second Prize in third-year Chinese non-heritage group.
• Kyler Johnson 蒋一乐 won the Third Prize in third-year Chinese non-heritage group.