Tea Time with Lixin Phase 1

The first phase of Tea Time with Lixin was held on a relaxing and pleasant afternoon. Prof. Ye Lixin led the discussion on the importance of English learning and mental health. Our students also actively offered suggestions on how to make Harmonia better and enhance college teachers’ and students’ sense of belonging.

Tea Time with Lixin Phase 2 | Major Choices and Career Planning

In this phase of Tea Time with Lixin, Prof. Ye and the students discussed the topics of major choices and career planning. He shared how he made important life decisions in learning and working and concluded several key points worth considering in major choices. Students also actively interacted with Prof. Ye, asking for his life planning advice.

Tea Time with Lixin Phase 3 & 4 | Time Management and Allocation for College Students

In the third and fourth phases, Prof. Ye led the discussions on time management and allocation for college students. Time management should be based on clear goals and quality time. The reasonable goal for college students should be academics while striving for all-round physical and mental development. Under the guidance of Prof. Ye, the students also concluded effective ways of time management: prioritize properly, be disciplined and laser-focused, and make use of free time.

Tea Time with Lixin Phase 5 | How to Balance Between Academics and Hobbies?

On October 18, 2019, from the perspective of the unique economic optimization theory, Prof. Ye analyzed that balancing between academics and hobbies is essentially optimizing choice under constrained conditions, that is, to achieve the maximum of an objective function of IQ and EQ, and to demonstrate a good balance between academics and extracurricular activities and their effective combination. Prof. Ye also came up with specific suggestions to help students achieve a good balance in life and study.

Tea Time with Lixin Phase 6 | How to Improve Online Learning Efficiency

On February 20, 2020, Prof. Ye guided students to discuss the pros and cons of online learning and offered suggestions on how to improve online learning efficiency: maintain a positive mindset, a scientific and disciplined resting schedule, improve self-learning ability, and make use of free time. 

Tea Time with Lixin Phase 7 | What to Expect From College Life?

On September 25, 2020, Prof. Ye led the discussion on what to expect from college life. Opinions of different individuals vary on the topic, freshmen and seniors also have different expectations towards college life. Prof. Ye provided suggestions on the topic: prioritize properly, balance between work and leisure, and find a balance in college life. He also cleared confusions from our freshmen: negative emotions caused by the pandemic, anxiety about the future, mission of getting a university education, etc.

Tea Time with Lixin Phase 8 | How to Develop an International Vision？

On November 2, 2020, Prof. Ye and our students discussed how to develop an international vision. Prof. Ye explained the definition of international perspective and the importance of English learning by sharing his personal experience. He also analyzed the reason why choosing to work or study abroad after graduation should vary from person to person, which inspired students to think more deeply about the subject.

Relief in Mid-term Examination | Afternoon Coffee Time

On March 21, 2021, Prof. Simon Pun, Associate Master of Harmonia College, invited some students to chat over coffee. He answered their questions about academics and job-hunting and provided valuable suggestions on Ph.D. application, job-hunting, social life, and doing projects.

Tea Time with Lixin Phase 10 | How to Quickly Integrate into University Life

On September 8, 2021, starting from the two major characteristics of our university, internationalization and holistic education, Prof. Ye led the discussion on how to quickly integrate into university life and offered specific suggestions on the topic, including learning time management skills, engaging in sports activities, and making more friends.