Over 200 members of the student body and faculty massed in NYU Shanghai’s quad on Monday, May 8, in support of Chinese language teachers after it was revealed they had been earning a salary around a quarter of that earned by other members of the university’s faculty.

The event was organized by the Chinese Language Faculty in collaboration with Dr. Steven Iams, a clinical professor of English for Academic Purposes (EPA). During the peaceful 1 hour event, members of the community spoke with support and encouragement for the Chinese faculty, while others articulated their thoughts on whiteboards.