Tea, as an important symbol of traditional Chinese culture, not only has a long history but also plays a significant role in promoting cultural exchanges between China and other countries. To further promote Chinese tea culture, the School of Agriculture and Biology held a unique tea bag-making event on the morning of November 15th. This event attracted enthusiastic participation from international students in the college. Teacher Bai Ling from the Cooperation and Exchange Office of the college attended this event. The event was hosted by Yang Qinyan, a tutor of School of Agriculture and Biology.
At the beginning of the event, Yang Qinyan introduced the rich connotations of Chinese tea culture to the international students and provided a detailed explanation of the characteristics of different types of tea and their health benefits. She also showcased several common tea bag combinations, which sparked great interest among the students present.
After the explanation segment, she organized an interactive game focused on identifying the medicinal ingredients used in tea bags. Students matched cards with the tea materials displayed on the table, gaining a deeper understanding of the Chinese and English names as well as the appearances of various ingredients used in tea bags. Through this activity, international students not only enhanced their knowledge of tea but also experienced the medicinal tea culture within Chinese tea traditions.
After the game, students eagerly anticipated the hands-on segment—making their own tea bags. Under the guidance of volunteers, international students enthusiastically selected their favorite medicinal ingredients and carefully placed them into the tea bags. Once completed, everyone eagerly brewed and tasted their concoctions, experiencing the unique charm of Chinese tea culture.
Through this event, they deepened their understanding of Chinese culture, promoted traditional Chinese culture, and enhanced the practical skills of the international students. Some international students expressed that it was their first time making tea bags by hand, and they felt both curious and excited. In the end, teachers, international students, and volunteers took a group photo together to commemorate the occasion.
Editor on Duty: Tao Qingxiao