On April 23, 2025, in celebration of the 30th World Book Day and under the guidance of the Shanghai Student Federation, the joint themed study and exchange meeting titled “Reading Well in Youth, Shouldering the Mission of Chinese Modernization” was successfully held. The event was led by Shanghai Zhongqiao Vocational and Technical University and co-organized by Shanghai Vocational College of Agriculture and Forestry, Shanghai Institute of Tourism, Shanghai College of Science and Technology, and Shanghai Technical Institute of Electronics & Information. The event aimed to thoroughly study and implement Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era and to inspire youth to strengthen faith, gain wisdom, correct conduct, and promote action through learning.
Our college’s “Spirit of the CPC” Student Recitation and Public Speaking Troupe delivered an outstanding presentation themed “Love to Read, Read Well, and Read Wisely,” highlighting how youth in the new era empower themselves through learning and shoulder responsibility with confidence.
1. Understanding the Essence of “Three Types of Reading” to Build a Foundation of Belief
During the student sharing session, troupe leader Liu Yilin delivered a keynote speech titled “Love Reading, Read Well, and Read Wisely—Growing Through Reading.” He drew insights from the book Xi Jinping and His University Friends, sharing stories of President Xi’s perseverance in self-study during his time in Liangjiahe. As a student majoring in mechatronics, Liu related his message to professional practice, using a smart manufacturing course project to explain how effective reading must be integrated with hands-on learning. He called on young people to embrace the “three types of reading” to cultivate patriotism, strengthen resolve, and solidify their personal growth.
2. Reading Books with and without Words to Sharpen Real Abilities
Member Cui Siyu delivered a speech titled “Read Books with Words, Master Books without Words,” echoing Xi Jinping’s metaphor of balancing theory and practice. She emphasized how both textual and experiential learning are essential. As a broadcasting major, she reflected on her competition experiences and how theory is transformed into practical capability. She stressed the importance of integrating learning, thinking, and application, and aligning knowledge with belief and action.
3. Pursuing Dreams with the Party, Growing Together through Shared Learning
The speeches resonated with students from all five colleges. Our troupe’s integration of Xi Jinping’s reading philosophy and professional insights sparked meaningful discussion. Student representatives actively engaged in conversations on topics such as volunteer service, and participated in activities like touring the Art School and painting traditional Jinshan farmer art, strengthening friendships and building consensus—reflecting the spirit of “learning and growing together.”
Chuzidi, Deputy Secretary of our Youth League Committee, emphasized the college’s commitment to fostering values through reading, and using platforms to guide students in strengthening their beliefs and honing their skills. Moving forward, the college will develop a system of theoretical learning, practical training, and cultural immersion to support students in crafting their own chapters of youthful success.
4. Deepening Collaborative Education and Inspiring Progress
This joint study exchange was part of the “Big Ideological and Political Classroom” initiative and represented a meaningful step in collaborative education across institutions. It encouraged students to enhance their moral character and leadership through the “three types of reading.” In the new era, youth must lay firm foundations of belief, live out their mission, and strive to become capable contributors to national rejuvenation.
Attendees included Zhang Shizhe, Executive Chair of the Shanghai Student Federation; Xue Fei, Deputy Secretary of the Youth League Committee and Deputy Secretary-General of the Student Union at Shanghai Zhongqiao Vocational and Technical University; Hu Yuqian, Secretary-General of the Student Union at Shanghai Vocational College of Agriculture and Forestry; along with student representatives from the five participating schools. The event concluded successfully, inspiring students with renewed cultural confidence and momentum and marking solid progress in building a collaborative “Big Ideological and Political” education framework.
