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The cultural and educational exchange between China and Germany has a long history. As early as the end of the 19th century, the Chinese and German governmentshad initiatedcultural communications between each other. Tongji University, formerly known as Deutsche MedizinschulefürChinesen in Shanghai, was founded in 1907 andis the product of the many exchanges between China and Germany from the late 19th century to the beginning of the 20th century. It was founded by Erich Paulun, a doctor from Germany, with the support of the Chinese and German governments and many other parts of society at that time.Since its inception, Tongji University has actively carried out Sino-German cooperations and maintainedclose ties with Germany.
As Freshmen just enrolled forthe Fall Semester, Deutsche Bibliothek of Tongji University will launch a series of activities themed on "The Stories Between Tongji University and Germany During a Century." The activities will be held in various forms, such as online exhibitions, online lectures, and interactive salons. The teachers and students will be provided with chances to know the profound history of the cultural exchanges between Tongji University and Germany, as well as the stories happened when the alumni and teachers of Tongji University cooperated and communicated over the past century. Through this way, the core spirit implied by the motto "We are one for one goal" could be highlighted.
Exhibition:
Work Together for a Better Future of China and Germany－Cooperation and Exchange between Tongji University and Germany (September 29
Lectures:
Date |
Topic |
Brief Introduction |
September 29 |
The Early History of Tongji University and Its Relationship with Germany |
Formore than 40 years (1907 to 1950), modern-day Germany had a profound influence on the Chinese culture. The early history of Tongji University was related closely to the development of cultural exchanges and international relations between China and Germany. Tongji University has promoted the spread of the German culture and technology in China, also serving as an important platform for China's cultural exchanges with Germany. |
October 13 |
The Institutions with Close Ties to Germany atTongji University |
After the resumption of cooperation and exchanges with Germany in 1978, Tongji University established many institutions that have strong affiliations with Germany. After the establishment of the CDHK in 2012, through more communications and cooperation, the influence of cooperative activities between Tongji University and Germany has been expanded and the prestige of Tongji University has also been raised. |
October 20 |
Informal Discussion of the German History |
CHEN Qiang, Associate Researcher with the Doctor’s Degree in History of the Institute of German Studies, Tongji University, will select representative events and key periods in German history as examples in discussing their influence on the development of German history and their significance in the world development. |
October 27 |
German Scholars atTongji University |
Professor Thomas Zimmer, Distinguished Professor of Tongji University, Researcher of Chinesisch-DeutscherGesellschaftlich-KultruellerAustausch and also a German sinologist,will introduce the tradition and current situation of Sinology in Germany as well as his teaching, research experience, and feelings atTongji University. |
October 30 |
Alumni of Tongji University in Germany |
In the history of the cooperation and exchange between Tongji University and Germany, the Tongji University alumnaehave played an important role in promoting Tongji University's scientific andindustrial research and developments, innovation and entrepreneurship, and cultural exchanges with Germany. Especially during the pandemic, the alumni in Germany rushed back to China to fight againstCOVID-19 and have built a collaborative bridge between China and Germany for future contributions. |
Note: The specific content of activities will be updated. Read the news and posters for more information.
Source: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/5Kx3eCeuRP4eirjNj2GJ4g
