Event Flow and Core Topics
(Ⅰ) Cultural Resonance: Discovering Similarities and Differences
1.Brief self-introductions: Share your country of origin, field of study in China, and the main reason for choosing to study here.
2."Hometown on the Tip of the Tongue": Food and Life Memories
Share the most representative home-cooked dishes or street food from your country and the stories behind them. For example, "What traditional food must you eat during festivals in your hometown?" Extended discussion: Have you ever tried cooking your hometown food in China? What small differences have you noticed between Chinese and foreign dining cultures, such as eating habits or perceptions of certain ingredients?
3."Small Customs in My Country": Everyday Cultural Observations
Share small habits in daily social interactions in your country. For example, how to greet people, customs around gift-giving, attitudes toward punctuality, or cultural details often misunderstood by outsiders.
(Ⅱ) Life in China: Sharing Authentic Experiences from a Student's Perspective
1. "My 'China Convenience' Moments": Surprises of Life in China
Share convenient services or tech experiences you’ve encountered in China, such as mobile payments, fast delivery, or smart campus services (e.g., online course selection, QR code ordering in cafeterias). How have these experiences changed your habits? Extended discussion: Which "China conveniences" would you like to bring back to your country, and why?
2."Tips for Cross-Cultural Adaptation": Solving Everyday Challenges
Honestly discuss difficulties you’ve faced while adapting to life in China, such as language barriers, lifestyle differences (e.g., food preferences, schedules), or navigating procedures (e.g., getting a SIM card, receiving packages). Share how you overcame these challenges.
3."The 'Chinese Details' I’ve Noticed": Campus and City ObservationsShare "warm little details" you’ve observed on campus or in the city. For example, accessible facilities, convenient services (e.g., 24-hour convenience stores, free water stations), or times when strangers helped you. You can also share your impressions of "China’s development," such as changes brought by infrastructure (e.g., subways, bridges) or environmental measures (e.g., waste sorting, shared bikes).
(Ⅲ) Academics and Growth: Connecting "Learning" and "Future"
1. "Small Differences in Classrooms": Sharing Academic Experiences
Compare the educational models of your home country and China. Extended discussion: What has been your biggest academic gain during your time studying in China?
2."The Pain and Joy of Language Learning": Multilingual Communication Experiences
Share fun stories and challenges about learning Chinese (or other languages).
(Ⅳ) Future Collaboration: From "Friends" to "Partners"
Based on your home country’s actual needs, share "small Chinese experiences" you’d like to bring back and how they could be adapted to suit local conditions (e.g., considering local resources and habits).
Based on your cross-cultural experiences, share one piece of advice about "cultural understanding" or "building friendships" for future international students coming to China.