On November 27, the “Learning Together, Growing Together” Grand Women’s Study and Public Lecture Series was held at Weizhi Library of Xi’an Peihua University. The event aimed to promote the spirit of women, showcase women’s achievements, and inspire female faculty and students to engage actively in society and pursue self-fulfillment. Leaders and guests from China Women, the Publicity Department of the All-China Women’s Federation (ACWF), and the Shaanxi Women’s Federation attended the event. Representatives from member institutions of the China Women’s Higher Education Alliance and national women’s patriotic education bases participated both online and offline.

Welcome Address by Jiang Bo, Chairman of Xi’an Peihua University

In his welcome address, Jiang Bo, Chairman of Xi’an Peihua University, reflected with deep emotion on the University’s nearly century-long journey in women’s education. From its founding commitment to the ideals of “education to save the nation and women’s liberation,” to the establishment of a distinctive system for cultivating female talent today, Peihua has consistently regarded the comprehensive development of women as its mission. By integrating gender equality education and women’s leadership training into its curriculum, and by creating platforms for women’s growth through practical activities, the University enables every woman to gain knowledge, shape character, and realize her value. He noted that Peihua would take this event as an opportunity to further deepen reforms in women’s education and ensure that the spirit of women continues to thrive on campus.

Address by Sun Jing, Vice Chairperson of the Shaanxi Women’s Federation

Sun Jing, Vice Chairperson of the Shaanxi Women’s Federation, pointed out that in recent years the Federation has taken the study and implementation of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era as its primary task. By establishing the “Qin Women’s Public Lecture Group,” it has actively disseminated the Party’s innovative theories, cultivated 1,107 National March 8 Red Banner Holders and 3,538 provincial-level honorees, and told inspiring women’s stories through new media products. In collaboration with China Women, the Federation has strengthened publicity efforts, co-established national women’s patriotic education bases with universities, promoted role models entering ideological and political education classes, and supported the employment of female college students. She encouraged students to integrate their personal aspirations into the great cause of building a strong nation, noting that the Shaanxi Women’s Federation would continue to unite women’s strength to contribute to Shaanxi’s modernization.

Address by Wu Baoli, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China Women

Wu Baoli, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China Women, noted that since the 18th National Congress of the CPC, General Secretary Xi Jinping has attached great importance to ideological and political education among young people. The ACWF has developed the brand initiative “Women Role Models Enter Ideological and Political Classes at Women’s Colleges,” leveraging exemplary figures such as National March 8 Red Banner Holders to help female college students shape values and clarify life directions. With the convening of the Global Women’s Summit this year and the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee reaffirming the basic national policy of gender equality, a broad stage has been created for the growth of young women. Members of the invited lecture group included descendants of revolutionary martyrs and pioneers in science and technology, whose stories of struggle serve as both guidance and inspiration. She expressed the hope that students would take this opportunity to align their professional expertise with national strategic needs and contribute their youthful vitality to the overall development of the country.

Situational Recitation Family Letters: The Spark Performed by Students from the School of Media and Design

Through revolutionary family letters, the situational recitation Family Letters: The Spark transported faculty and students across time and space, allowing them to experience the patriotism and ideals of revolutionary martyrs. The emotionally rich performance infused hearts and minds with the red gene.

In the highly anticipated themed lecture session on “Women Role Models,” guests including descendants of revolutionary martyrs and National March 8 Red Banner Holders shared authentic stories and profound reflections, delivering a powerful spiritual experience to the audience. Sha Feng, a descendant of a revolutionary martyr (grandson of General Zuo Quan), Deputy Secretary-General of the Eighth Route Army Research Association and President of its Youth Branch, delivered a talk titled My Grandfather Zuo Quan, recounting the heroic sacrifices made by predecessors for national liberation and allowing the audience to deeply appreciate the power of faith. Sheng Min, National March 8 Red Banner Holder and Director of the National Key Laboratory for Integrated Space–Air–Ground Network Systems at Xidian University, shared her journey of overcoming challenges and striving for excellence in scientific research, demonstrating the sense of responsibility shouldered by women scientists in the new era. Tian Jing, National March 8 Red Banner Holder, Research Curator and Deputy Director of the Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum, interpreted women’s responsibility and mission in cultural heritage preservation through her long-standing dedication to relic protection and research. Guo Wenjun, National March 8 Red Banner Holder and Director of the Shaanxi Shooting and Archery Sports Management Center, conveyed the never-give-up spirit of sports through her perseverance and determination on the competitive field. Deng Banglian, National March 8 Red Banner Holder and President of Xi’an Federal Stomatological Hospital, shared her original aspiration of serving society with professional expertise, reflecting the steadfast compassion of medical professionals.

During the interactive session, members of the lecture group engaged in face-to-face discussions with faculty and student representatives, addressing young women’s questions regarding academic growth, career planning, and ideals and aspirations. The exchange of ideas sparked further inspiration.

Launch Ceremony of the Online Exhibition Platform for National Women’s Patriotic Education Bases

At the event, the digital ambassador “Lianlian” officially launched the online exhibition platform for National Women’s Patriotic Education Bases. The platform integrates resources from 105 national bases and offers VR immersive experiences and ideological and political courses based on revolutionary poetry. With over 30 million views and interactions across the internet to date, the platform aims to carry forward the red gene, strengthen faith, and inspire people to forge ahead on the new journey.

Relay Flag-Passing Ceremony for “Women Role Models Enter Ideological and Political Classes at Women’s Colleges”

At the relay flag-passing ceremony, Yao Wenjing, Vice President of Xi’an Peihua University and Chairperson of the University Women’s Federation, passed the flag to Wang Fang, President of Hebei Women’s Vocational and Technical College. The ceremony symbolized the continued transmission of women’s strength and ideological and political education, ensuring that the spirit of women is carried forward among women’s colleges.

For many years, Xi’an Peihua University has remained committed to integrating ideological and political education with women’s education, embedding patriotism, social responsibility, and the spirit of striving throughout the entire process of talent cultivation. A large number of outstanding female alumni have emerged, including grassroots entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and public welfare advocates, all of whom embody Peihua’s original aspiration and mission in their respective fields and showcase the distinctive charm of women in the new era. The Grand Women’s Study and Public Lecture Series represents another vivid practice of integrating ideological and political education with women’s education at the University. Through the power of role models, it guides young women in establishing sound worldviews, outlooks on life, and values, enabling them to “reach for the stars” with lofty aspirations while remaining “grounded” through diligent and steadfast effort as they grow.

Prior to the event, attending leaders and guests visited the Peihua University History Museum, the Center for Regenerative Medicine and Precision Immunity Health, the Shaanxi Provincial Demonstration Center for Mental Health Education and Counseling, and the Smart Career Development and Employment Guidance Experience Hall. Through historical archives, scientific research achievements, and practical platforms, guests gained a comprehensive understanding of Peihua’s nearly century-long educational legacy and innovative practices in women’s education, speaking highly of the University’s deep integration of women’s development with professional education and ideological and political education.

The hosting of this event marks an in-depth exploration of women’s education development in the new era. Under the guidance of women role models, Peihua students are expected to further strengthen their ideals and convictions, deepen their sense of patriotism, and enhance their responsibility and sense of mission. By honing skills through learning and shining through perseverance, they will strive to grow into a new generation capable of shouldering the great task of national rejuvenation.

As one of the earliest women’s institutions in modern Chinese educational history, Xi’an Peihua University was founded in 1928 and has long upheld the educational philosophy of “people-oriented education with virtue as the foundation.” It has consistently regarded the cultivation of female talent as the cornerstone of its establishment and development. Over nearly a century, the University has remained true to its mission of nurturing high-quality female talent with patriotism, global vision, innovative spirit, and practical ability. From its early advocacy of gender equality and women’s self-empowerment to today’s three-dimensional cultivation system integrating “general education, professional education, and women-focused education,” the DNA of women’s education has permeated every aspect of governance and management, nourishing generations of female students.

As the core carrier of women’s education at the University, the School of Women’s Studies at Xi’an Peihua University has continued to deepen its efforts by offering specialty courses such as women’s leadership, women’s mental health, and women’s career planning, and by building innovation and entrepreneurship practice platforms. In doing so, it ensures that the qualities of “independence, confidence, wisdom, and responsibility” become defining hallmarks of every Peihua woman.

List of Attending Guests:

Wu Baoli — Deputy Editor-in-Chief, China Women

Dong Jing — Deputy Director, Division of Education and Culture, Publicity Department of the ACWF

Gao Peng — Deputy Director, Strategic Development Department, China Women

Sun Jing — Vice Chairperson, Shaanxi Women’s Federation

An Jing — Director, Publicity Department, Shaanxi Women’s Federation

Tao Huiwen — Level III Principal Staff Member, Publicity Department, Shaanxi Women’s Federation

Yang Kang — Level III Principal Staff Member, Publicity Department, Shaanxi Women’s Federation

Wang Fang — President, Hebei Women’s Vocational and Technical College

Hu Jingchao — Faculty Member, Institute of Women’s Education, Hebei Women’s Vocational and Technical College

Lecture Group (in order of presentation):

Sha Feng — Descendant of a Revolutionary Martyr (grandson of General Zuo Quan), Deputy Secretary-General of the Eighth Route Army Research Association and President of its Youth Branch

Sheng Min — National March 8 Red Banner Holder; Director, National Key Laboratory for Integrated Space–Air–Ground Network Systems, Xidian University

Tian Jing — National March 8 Red Banner Holder; Research Curator and Deputy Director, Emperor Qinshihuang’s Mausoleum Site Museum

Guo Wenjun — National March 8 Red Banner Holder; Director, Shaanxi Shooting and Archery Sports Management Center

Deng Banglian — National March 8 Red Banner Holder; President, Xi’an Federal Stomatological Hospital

University Leaders in Attendance:

Jiang Bo — Chairman, Xi’an Peihua University

Liu Feng — Supervisory Commissioner and Secretary of the CPC Committee, Xi’an Peihua University

Yao Wenjing — Deputy Secretary of the CPC Committee, Vice President, and Chairperson of the Women’s Federation, Xi’an Peihua University

Chen Ling — Chairperson of the Labor Union and Vice Chairperson of the Women’s Federation, Xi’an Peihua University

Sun Xiaomei — Dean, School of Women’s Studies at Xi’an Peihua University

Li Meng — Associate Dean, School of Women’s Studies at Xi’an Peihua University