On April 28, 2023, Prof. Pagnanelli, Vice Dean of Frosinone Academy of Fine Arts in Italy, led a delegation to visit HUHST for exchange. The warm reception was extended by Prof. Chen Zhiguo, Member of CPC Committee and Vice President of HUHST. Leaders from the International Cooperation and Exchange Office and the School of Fine Arts and Design also participated in the meeting. Following the meeting, Prof. Pagnanelli delivered a special lecture at the School of Fine Arts and Design.

During the discussion, Prof. Chen Zhiguo expressed a warm welcome to the distinguished guests, emphasizing the anticipation for in-depth cooperation between the two institutions in the future. He also extended gratitude to Prof. Pagnanelli for his lecture. Then, both universities provided vivid introductions to their respective academic situations, engaging in a comprehensive exchange on collaborative matters of mutual interest. The commitment to expedite the implementation of various projects was expressed, which was followed by the signing of a memorandum of cooperation and the exchange of relevant documents.

Following the meeting, Prof. Pagnanelli, together with other members of the delegation, visited the School of Fine Arts and Design. There, he delivered a special lecture on "Italian Design History and Product Design" for students and faculty of the Visual Communication program. With rich design experience and profound artistic accomplishments, Prof. Pagnanelli delivered an insightful lecture that was greatly beneficial to everyone present.

Frosinone Academy of Fine Arts in Italy is one of Italy's 20 public art academies and the earliest public university to offer a major in fashion design. The friendly cooperation established between HUHST and Frosinone Academy of Fine Arts has paved the way for our collaborative exchanges with Italy, providing an excellent platform for our art majors to engage in overseas exchanges.

(Text by courtesty of Yang Liu at the International Cooperation and Exchange Office; image by courtesy of Tang Yuxing)