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SUMMARY:Chinese Bridge 2025 Immersion Weekend
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for the 24th edition of the ‘Chinese Bridge’ Chinese Proficiency Competition for College Students 2025 – The Dutch finals! \nThe Chinese Bridge Competition is an international Chinese-speaking contest that serves as a platform for cultural and educational exchange. It provides talented students with the opportunity to showcase their language proficiency and build confidence in their speaking abilities. This event allows Chinese language students to connect\, share their learning experiences\, and inspire one another. Additionally\, it serves as a stepping stone toward academic and career aspirations. \nCurious? Step out of your comfort zone and join us for an immersive urban weekend in Rotterdam for an eventful three days!  These three days are packed with various language and cultural workshops\, activities\, and lots of fun. it’s all about creating memories\, connection\, and embracing the theme of “one world\, one family”\, all the while experiencing the vibrant city around you! Throughout the weekend\, you’ll enhance your Chinese-speaking skills through interactive language workshops led by native Chinese teachers\, participate in fun cultural activities\, and explore the dynamic city center of Rotterdam. This unique experience is designed as a perfect blend of learning\, discovery\, and togetherness! \nNo flights needed\, just pure immersion. So what do you say\, are you in? \nDetails\n\nDate: The weekend of May 9th till 11th\, 2025.\nLocation: Rotterdam\, further details will follow.\n\nWho can participate?\n\nYou are a college/university student in the Netherlands\, aged between 18 and 30 years old.\nYou did not grow up in a Chinese-speaking environment\, nor is Mandarin Chinese your native language.\nYou have at least HSK 3 level of speaking proficiency (no certificate necessary).\nYou were not the first-place winner of the Chinese Bridge last year (2024).\n\nWhat to expect from the Speech Competition?\n\nThe speech competition takes place on the last day of the immersion weekend.\nStudents are asked to prepare a speech of 5 minutes before the immersion weekend\, around the topic of “One World\, One Family 天下一家“. The immersion weekend is designed to support and enhance their prepared speech\, offering additional opportunities to improve their language skills and refine their speech.\n\nImportant to know\n\nTo confirm your attendance\, we ask for a one-time fee of 50 euros (non-refundable).\nThe costs of accommodation\, breakfast\, lunch\, dinner\, activities\, and workshops will be covered by us.\nThe student is accountable for their own transportation to the location.\nDuring the weekend\, there will be a talent show where students can showcase their talents. Your performance should be related to Chinese culture. Think\, for example\, of: calligraphy\, painting\, music\, dance\, theater\, poetry\, sports\, etc. Be creative!\nPreparatory videos are required\, which will be presented to the jury to check whether your Chinese language skills reach the requirements of the competition.\n\nProgram\n \nRegistration\nPlease sign up before March 31st\, 2025! \nRegistrations for HYQ 2025 is officially closed!
URL:https://www.confuciusmaastricht.nl/en/event/chinese-bridge-2025-immersion-weekend/
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SUMMARY:Chinese Bridge 2025 Immersion Day for Secondary School Students
DESCRIPTION:🎤 Think You’ve Got What It Takes?\nIt’s time for the 18th Chinese Bridge for Secondary School Students– Dutch Finals! \nIf you’re a high school student in the Netherlands who’s been learning Chinese (even just a little)\, this is your moment to show what you’ve got. The global Chinese Bridge Competition isn’t just about speaking Mandarin—it’s about confidence\, culture\, and connecting with people just like you from all over the world. \nYou’ll get the chance to: \n\nShow off your Chinese language skills\nMeet other students that have the same interests as you\nShare your story and maybe even inspire others\nTake one step closer to cool opportunities for your future\n\n✨ Not sure if you’re ready? No worries!\nWe’re kicking things off with an awesome immersive day in Rotterdam to help you get competition-ready—and have some fun while you’re at it. \nDetails\n\nDate: Sunday\, May 11th\, 2025.\nLocation: Rotterdam Center\n\nRequirements\n\nYou are a secondary school student in the Netherlands\, aged between 12 and 18 years old.\nCompetitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Competitors aged 18 do not require a guardian.\nYou must hold the nationality of the region you represent—in this case\, the Netherlands.\nYou did not grow up in a Chinese-speaking environment\, and Mandarin Chinese is not your native language.\nYou have a basic understanding of the Chinese language.\n\nWhat to expect from the Speech Competition?\n\nStudents are asked to prepare a speech of 3 minutes\, around the topic of “Fly High With Chinese 追梦中文，不负韶华“.\n\nProgram\n \n  \nRegistration\nPlease sign up before April 25th\, 2025! \nRegistration is closed.
URL:https://www.confuciusmaastricht.nl/en/event/chinesebridge2025-secondary-school-students/
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