"Study abroad to serve the motherland, never forget the original aspiration and mission; tell good stories of China, show the image of the times; spread Chinese voice, make good friends; promote Chinese culture, explain distinctive concepts; exchange and mutual learning in civilizations, and coexist inclusively. I volunteer to contribute my youthful strength to the world exchange and mutual learning of Chinese civilization."
Recently, at the 2022 "Overseas Dandelion Messenger" training class hosted by Zhejiang Chinese Culture Academy and other units, nearly 50 young people who are about to study abroad were hired as "Overseas Dandelion Messenger". They solemnly read the "Dandel Envoy Initiative".
According to Zhang Jianming, a first-level inspector of Zhejiang Chinese Culture College, through a five-day training camp, the students systematically received general education such as "Dissemination of the Theory of the Sinization of Marxism", "Cultural Confidence and the Great Rejuvenation of the Chinese Nation", "Great Changes Unseen in a Century and Current International Situation". During this period, he also participated in concentrated training activities on traditional Chinese cultural skills such as Chinese cooking, traditional Chinese medicine, calligraphy, tea ceremony, and paper cutting.
How can young people show a good image of "dandelion messenger" and tell good Chinese stories during their study abroad? He Yahu, a lecturer at the Hangzhou Chinese Culture Institute who has studied for a master's and doctoral degree in the United States, introduced that during his study abroad, he took the initiative to show the charm of Chinese culture to foreign friends and introduced the achievements of China's reform and opening up . Xia Xuemin, an academic consultant of the Zhejiang Association for the Promotion of Overseas Communication of Chinese Culture, has studied for undergraduate, master and doctoral degree in the UK.
"When my child was invited to participate in academic conferences and charity activities, he would introduce the beautiful West Lake and his mythological stories. Every time Chinese traditional festival , she would carefully make traditional Chinese delicacies such as dumplings and rice dumplings for her landlords and classmates from all over the world to taste. This move deepened friendship and enhanced feelings." Xia Xuemin said.
In the seminar on the theme of "Telling Chinese Stories Well", the students explained their plans to tell Chinese stories well and spread Chinese voice based on the country and professional characteristics of their study abroad.
"I want to promote 'China Speed' to students and teachers from all over the world, and use existing cases such as high-speed rail and 5G networks to vividly show the hardworking and intelligent Chinese people." A student who is about to study at the University of Edinburgh, UK said.
"I am going to introduce Chinese dramas such as Peking Opera , Yue Opera to French classmates to share the charm of Chinese traditional culture and art. I also plan to bring a batch of sachets to my good friends so that they can receive the influence of the Chinese flavor in person." A student who is about to study abroad at the National Institute of Decorative Arts in Paris, France said.
Zhejiang Foreign Languages College Sheng Ling, head of the "Belt and Road" College, and Shao Youxue, professor of the School of International Culture Communication of Zhejiang Media College, reminded that students should abide by the laws and customs of their countries, pay attention to their own safety, maintain physical and mental health, and do their best to do their best to do their studies. During the
training camp, the students also came to the European and American Alumni Association of Zhejiang Province to listen to the sharing of experiences of their predecessors in overseas study and employment, return to China to start a business, scientific and technological innovation and career development.
Executive Director of Zhejiang European and American Alumni Association Lu Xiaojun said: "Everyone must be confident in culture, tell Chinese stories well to the outside world, and inherit the fine tradition of studying abroad to serve the country. I hope you will return home after studying, strengthen your contact with overseas returnee organizations such as European and American Alumni Association , and jointly serve the motherland."
According to Shen Huihong, vice president of Zhejiang Chinese Culture College, the "Overseas Dandelion Messenger" training class has been held for the 6th period. It aims to enhance students' understanding of Chinese culture, enhance their love for Chinese culture, and effectively improve their patriotism and their ability to "tell Chinese stories well" in a cross-cultural context, so as to better tell Chinese stories well to teachers, students and the public of foreign universities, spread Chinese voices, interpret Chinese ideas, and promote Chinese culture, and become a cultural messenger for exchanges and mutual learning between world civilizations.
(China Daily Zhejiang News Agency)
