Chinese Student Expelled for Contact With Foreigner

Dalian Polytechnic University in China expelled a female student for "improper contact with a foreigner," citing damage to national dignity. The expulsion followed the online circulation of videos seemingly showing her intimacy with a Ukrainian video gamer visiting Shanghai. The university's public shaming of the student, including the use of her full name, sparked widespread criticism. Many commentators condemned the university's actions as sexist and paternalistic, highlighting the disproportionate punishment compared to cases of campus sexual assault. Legal experts criticized the university for violating the student's privacy and for relying on vague moral regulations. The incident ignited a debate in China about nationalism, sexism, and the role of universities in upholding social norms.