“The Development of City and Culture Exchange Program” Culminates with Dynamic Inter-Collegiate Exchange at Choi Kai Yau College

「城市與文化發展」書院學習交流項目—蔡繼有書院師生在澳招待內地三家書院

In a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering deeper connections between academia and cultural understanding, Choi Kai Yau College at the University of Macau successfully hosted the concluding session of this year’s “The Development of City and Culture Exchange Program”. From January 15th to 19th, the event brought together students and staff from prestigious institutions across the mainland, marking a significant milestone in the program’s history.

Launched in October 2018, the collaborative exchange program saw the inception of a unique partnership among Fengru College of Beihang University, Meng Xiancheng College of East China Normal University and Choi Kai Yau College of University of Macau. This collaboration was further strengthened in the spring of 2019 with the addition of Chongshi College of Xi’an Jiaotong University, culminating in a comprehensive four-college alliance. The initiative has been designed to promote cultural exchanges across the diverse geographic landscape of the nation, aptly named the “Four Seasons, Four Colleges Exchange Program.” This program underscores the commitment to exploring the rich tapestry of China’s cultural heritage through seasonal visits to each partnering college.

A pivotal moment of the program was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on January 16th, signifying the commitment to a focused project on The Development of City and Culture Exchange Program “encompassing Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an, and Macau”. This ceremony not only marked the commencement of a new phase in the collaboration but also highlighted the participating colleges’ dedication to cultivating a nurturing environment for educational excellence and cultural exchange.

Throughout the five-day exchange, participants were immersed in a series of activities designed to enhance their understanding of Macau’s unique cultural landscape. They toured the University of Macau’s facilities, including cutting-edge research labs, as well as the university library and gallery, offering insights into the UMRC’s whole person educational philosophy. The program also included hands-on environmental conservation efforts and explorations of Macau’s historical sites, allowing students to connect with the locale’s rich heritage and contemporary challenges.

The exchange culminated in a vibrant New Year celebration, uniting participants in a festive acknowledgment of the Chinese New Year of the Dragon. This event served not only as a cultural exchange but also as a celebration of the friendships and connections forged throughout the program. The poignant farewell, underscored by a collective performance of “gān bēi shí wǒ huì xiǎng qǐ nǐ” symbolized the participants’ hope for future reunions and continued collaboration.

This initiative underscores the importance of inter-collegiate exchanges in enhancing students’ educational experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of cultural diversity, and building lasting international relationships. As the program looks toward its next phase, the participating colleges remain committed to expanding these opportunities, further bridging the gap between cultural heritage and academic exploration.

Written by: CHAN Iat Tin

 

本年度「城市與文化發展」書院互訪項目最後一站—澳門站，於1月15日至19日在澳門大學蔡繼有書院舉行。

「城市與文化發展」互訪項目始於2018年10月，由北京航空航天大學馮如書院、華東師範大學孟憲承書院、澳門大學蔡繼有書院共同發起。2019年春天，互訪項目在原有的基礎上聯合了西安交通大學崇實書院，由此形成四地書院聯盟。四地書院學生每年在春、夏、秋、冬四個季節前往祖國東、西、南、北四家書院進行文化交流活動，因此項目又得名「春夏秋冬四季四地書院交流項目」。至今，四地書院已攜手走過了春季的上海、夏季的西安、秋季的北京和冬季的澳門。

1月16日，「城市與文化發展—聚焦北京、上海、西安與澳門」計畫合作備忘錄簽署儀式在澳門大學蔡繼有書院進行，澳門大學蔡繼有書院院長梁美兒、華東師範大學孟憲承書院黨委書記兼院長吳薇、北京航空航天大學馮如書院執行院長李俊良、西安交通大學崇實書院院務副主任段繼超，分別代表四家書院共同簽署了新一輪項目合作協議，標誌著四地書院的實踐育人合作交流進入新發展階段。

五天的交流期間，四地同學一行參觀了澳大校園，包括澳門大學微電子國家重點實驗室，澳門大學大數據與物聯網國家重點實驗室，大學圖書館，大學展館等，了解了大學四位一體、以學生為本的全人教育理念。此外，同學們還跟隨澳門綠色未來協會在路環海灘參與了撿垃圾淨灘活動，在澳門口述歷史協會導賞下參訪了澳門軍事遺跡。四地同學於本次行程分為五組，分別為自然澳門、葡韻澳門、娛樂澳門、澳門之味以及家國情懷。在蔡繼有書院同學的帶領下，同學們以不一樣的角度了解認識澳門，體驗澳門獨有景色，品嚐特色美食，觀賞世遺景點，感受澳門風情，並了解背後的歷史與文化。四間書院師生還一起舉辦了新春聯歡晚會，共同慶祝龍年春節。

通過一起走過的充實行程、交流了解中的互相認識，同學們帶着不捨的心情來到第五天的結營儀式中。儀式上，同學們訴說自己來澳幾天的感想，對澳門這座小城的印象，和與大家建立的深刻友誼。

在結營儀式的最後，師生們合唱《乾杯時我會想起你》，載歌載舞。雖然大家心中充滿了離別的不捨，但臉上都洋溢著笑容，期盼春天在上海再次相聚。

作者：陳逸天，賀一宸