Ever wondered how a game of ping-pong 🏓 or a catchy tune 🎶 can connect people from opposite sides of the globe? As we celebrate the first UN International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations on June 10, students from Tsinghua University and Peking University are showing us how!
Recently, American, Chinese, and Dutch students shared their stories of using sports, music, and podcasts to foster cross-cultural friendships and understanding. From intense table tennis matches to harmonious orchestra performances 🎻, they're breaking down barriers and building bridges between different cultures.
Game On: The Power of Sports
Sports have a unique way of bringing people together, and these students are acing it on the table tennis court! Whether they're smashing ping-pong balls or sharing laughs over a friendly match, they're learning about each other's cultures in the most fun way possible.
Hitting the Right Notes with Music
Music transcends language, and these orchestra enthusiasts are proof of that. By playing together, they're creating rhythms that resonate across borders and hearts. 🎵 It's not just about the notes; it's about the connections they make along the way.
Podcasting Across Oceans
Hosting a China-U.S. podcast 🎙️, these students are diving deep into conversations that matter. They're sharing stories, experiences, and perspectives, promoting people-to-people exchange like never before. It's dialogue in the digital age, and they're all in!
So, next time you pick up a paddle, tune into a song, or listen to a podcast, remember: you might just be part of a worldwide conversation! 🌐✨
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Sports, music, podcasts help students with cross-cultural dialogue
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