Buds are beginning to bloom on the tree-lined paths, and a gentle breeze is blowing. As spring arrives quietly, the American Short-Term Study in China Initiative (ASSCI) from the University of Wyoming has arrived at Shanghai University of Sport (SUS), officially launching a one-month study and exchange program. The visiting group will collaborate with SUS teachers to jointly design innovative teaching methods in physical education, focusing on the practical teaching of "sports teaching models" in physical education classes.

Since establishing a cooperative relationship in 2018, Shanghai University of Sport (SUS) and the University of Wyoming have maintained close academic exchanges and in-depth cooperation over the long term. Every year, students from SUS travel to the University of Wyoming for specialized training and study through programs such as the "Integration of Ice and Snow Sports and Education Project." This year, for the first time, students from the University of Wyoming have come to SUS for a study and exchange visit. As a vivid practice of the "Five-Year, Fifty-Thousand American Youth Exchange Initiative" and the Youth Ambassador Exchange Program (YES), they have come with the vision of friendly Sino-US exchanges and have initiated a "dreamlike collaboration" with SUS. 

Exploration and Learning: ENRICHING!

After longing for "Chinese Kung Fu" for a long time, the students from the University of Wyoming finally had the opportunity to step into a Chinese martial arts hall. Under the meticulous guidance of their teachers, they personally experienced the fluidity and the combination of hardness and softness in each movement, feeling the unique charm of Chinese martial arts.

On the ping-pong table, they collaborated with SUS students to design creative classes. The "Ping-Pong Leaping the Dragon Gate" game was full of fun, and the addition of the "Pangbot" robot added a sense of technology to the classroom. The collision of Chinese and American teaching philosophies created a classroom that is both interesting and innovative.

Whether it was the tacit cooperation at the net in badminton, the "flying ropes" in skipping rope classes, or the visit to the equestrian center for learning, sports, as a "universal language" that transcends national borders, facilitated communication and mutual understanding among everyone. It allowed Chinese and American students to experience unique teaching methods through interaction, bringing them closer together.

In addition to sports exchanges, the cultural courses were also highly diverse and colorful. "Chinese culture is profound and extensive." From understanding the origin and development of Chinese characters to experiencing the intricacies of paper-cutting art; from recognizing the vastness of the Chinese map to learning about the rich variety of traditional Chinese clothing and cuisine, the students from the University of Wyoming were deeply impressed by the profound cultural heritage of China and immersed themselves in this cross-temporal cultural journey.

Life in China is Magical: MAGIC!

Under the guidance of student volunteers from SUS, when the Wyoming students successfully ordered food by scanning a code on their mobile phones, they were immediately amazed by this mysterious Eastern power. The convenience of life empowered by high technology, such as mobile payment, scanning codes for transportation, and package delivery to campus, constantly refreshed their understanding of China.

Singing birthday songs at Haidilao and holding up banners to cheer for the Shanghai Shenhua football team—all of these experiences were like opening a door to the East, allowing the students from the University of Wyoming to deeply feel the richness and diversity of life in China.

 

A Walk Through the Bund and Yu Garden: AWESOME!

"Awesome!" Standing on the rooftop of the Bund No. 1 building and looking at the busy Huangpu River, they couldn't help but exclaim. In addition to their rich studies, the students from the University of Wyoming also embarked on a "City walk" to explore Shanghai. From the pavilions and waterside gazebos of Yu Garden to the urban skyline of the Bund, from the profound historical heritage to the modern urban landscape, the charm and vitality of Shanghai unfolded before their eyes.

"Awesome!" Standing on the rooftop of the Bund No. 1 building and looking at the busy Huangpu River, they couldn't help but exclaim. In addition to their rich studies, the students from the University of Wyoming also embarked on a "City walk" to explore Shanghai. From the pavilions and waterside gazebos of Yu Garden to the urban skyline of the Bund, from the profound historical heritage to the modern urban landscape, the charm and vitality of Shanghai unfolded before their eyes.

Source: Official WeChat account of SUS