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SJTU Apologizes, Withdraws Controversial Anniversary Film Over Gender Bias

4/6/2026

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Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) apologized and withdrew a mini-film celebrating its 130th anniversary after accusations of gender bias.
The film, released on March 31, depicted a male student playing video games in his dorm while a female student led a dance troupe.
Shanghai Jiao Tong University, founded on April 6, 1896, faces backlash over gender-role portrayal tied to the Minhang campus address No 800 of Dongchuan Road.

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Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) apologized and withdrew a mini-film celebrating its 130th anniversary after accusations of gender bias.
The film, released on March 31, depicted a male student playing video games in his dorm while a female student led a dance troupe.
Shanghai Jiao Tong University, founded on April 6, 1896, faces backlash over gender-role portrayal tied to the Minhang campus address No 800 of Dongchuan Road.