HEYTA Exeter 2024 Handbook

Liam Roberts Liam Roberts is Global Partnerships Regional Head (China) at the University of Exeter, and Business Partner to the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. He provides management support for UKCHA initiatives led out of Exeter and on behalf of the UK membership of the Alliance.

Prior to joining Exeter, Liam served as Global Partnerships Manager at SOAS University of London, leading on academic partnerships and a range of scholarship and endowed research partnership schemes. He previously worked with the Association of Commonwealth Universities in London.

He holds an MA Political Science from the University of British Columbia (Vancouver). 利亚姆·罗伯茨是埃克塞特大学全球合作伙伴关系区域负责人（中国），也是人文、艺术和社会科 学学院的商业伙伴。他为埃克塞特大学领导的UKCHA 计划提供管理支持，并代表联盟中的英国 成员。 利亚姆在不列颠哥伦比亚大学（温哥华）获得了政治学硕士学位。在加入埃克塞特大学之前， 利亚姆曾担任伦敦大学亚非学院的全球合作伙伴关系经理，负责学术合作伙伴关系以及一系列 奖学金和捐赠研究伙伴关系计划。他之前还曾在伦敦的英联邦大学协会工作。

Dr George Koutsouris George Koutsouris is a Senior Lecturer in Education with specialism in Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Education. In his research work, he explores inclusion in education in its many different forms and expressions. He is currently involved in a British Academy-funded project that explores inclusion in higher education in collaboration with an Indonesian university .

George is also responsible for the Global Engagement of the School of Education and has been active in the activities of the UK-China Humanities Alliance for Higher Education and particularly the organisation of the 2023 (hosted by Tsinghua University) and 2024 (hosted by Exeter) HEYTA student conferences. 乔治·卡特索罗斯博士是教育学高级讲师，研究方向为特殊教育需求和包容性教育。他的研究工 作主要探索了教育中包容性的多种存在形式和表现方式。目前，他还参与了一个由英国国家学 术院资助的项目，该项目与印度尼西亚的一所大学合作，探讨高等教育中的包容性。 乔治还负责教育学院的全球参与事务。他积极参与中英高等教育人文联盟的活动，特别是2023 年（由清华大学主办）和2024年（由埃克塞特大学主办）HEYTA学生会议的组织。 Dr Zizheng Yu Dr Zizheng Yu is a Lecturer in Promotional Media (E&R) at the University of Exeter. He is also the Programme Director of the MA in Social Media and Digital Marketing and the Admission Tutor for Communications. 余孜政博士是埃克塞特大学传媒方向的讲师。同时，他还担任社交媒体和数字营销硕士课程主 任以及传播学招生导师的职位。

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Elizabeth Phillips, Student Committee Chair Hello! I am a second-year law student from Bristol with Latin American roots. I am really enjoying studying at Exeter and particularly love being a part of the University Officer Training Corps. I also love playing hockey and dancing. In the future, I hope to qualify as a solicitor and contribute to important international matters such as climate change and human rights. In this way, I am honoured to be chairing this year’s conference which promotes global co-operation in humanities education. I look forward to the insightful discussions that will arise from this years themes of sustainability, digitalisation and interculturality.

Katy Humberstone, Student Committee I’m a third-year PhD candidate in the Department of Languages, Cultures, and Visual Studies. My research is kindly supported by the South, West, and Wales Doctoral Partnership. I have an academic background in the maintenance and revival of minority languages and cultures. At Exeter, I have taught across Modern Languages, Sociology and Anthropology, and Communication programmes. Ahead of HEYTA 2024, I am looking forward to supporting the important work of the UK-CHA and facilitating knowledgesharing of some timely topics which have importance globally.

Wenyu Li, Student Committee I am a first-year PhD student in the School of Education at the University of Exeter. I also completed my master’s degree in International Education at the University of Exeter.

Since then, my research has focused on inclusive education, particularly educational equity and development. I am fortunate to be guided by my lead supervisor, George Koutsouris. I am excited to be part of the student committee for HEYTA 2024. I look forward to connecting with all participants and fostering a collaborative learning environment. I believe HEYTA 2024 will provide valuable insights into interconnectivity, interculturality, digitalization, and sustainability. I hope everyone will have a wonderful experience.

Ziyi Song, Student Committee A first-year PhD student in Media and Communication. My research is about expressions of national identity on social media and I mainly focus on Chinese migrants. I sincerely hope that HEYTA 2024 will help to make connections between people with diverse backgrounds and we can get fresh insight on interconnectivity, Interculturality, digitalisation and sustainability. I enjoy watching movies and traveling in my free time. If you are interested in that, feel free to talk with me!

Minlin Zou, Student Committee I am a PhD student in School of Education at University of Exeter. My research interests are educational psychology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) education. As a part of the student committee of HEYTA 2024, I faithfully hope that this unique and on-site international conference we have organized will make fantastic connections among students from the UK and China. I am excited to hear more digitalization and technology topics and looking forward to seeing you all in September! I sincerely hope everyone will enjoy this wonderful conference. My hobbies are listening to music, running, and taking photos.

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Hetian Wang, Student Committee I'm a PhD student at University of Exeter. I'm from Inner Mongolia, China. My current research explores gender inequalities in higher education and early careers, with a particular focus on the male-dominated field of engineering. In my spare time, I enjoy drawing, playing the piano, reading mystery novels and occasionally travelling with friends and playing badminton. Looking forward to supporting you, meeting passionate people and making lots of great friends during HEYTA 2024!

Josh Taylor, Student Committee I am studying for my PhD in the Languages, Cultures, and Visual Studies department at the University of Exeter. I am researching the effects of linguistic diversity on the sense of national identity in a multicultural society in an educational context. My research interests lie in all fields of linguistics, but in particular, multilingualism, identity, education, and intercultural communication. Apart from my research and teaching, I enjoy language learning, reading, baking, travelling, listening to music, and walking my dog. I am currently under the supervision of Francesco Goglia as my primary supervisor and Gabriela Meier as my secondary supervisor.

Suwayda Years, Student Committee I am a second-year law student from London. In my free time, I enjoy painting, traveling, and reading. Alongside my studies, I am interested in intercultural connectivity through my role as a Model UN Coordinator for the United Nations Association Youth Platform. I am eager to foster a spirit of interculturality in this year's HEYTA conference. As part of the student committee, I look forward to supporting a diverse range of students and encouraging innovative conversations around digitalization and sustainability.

Wai Sing Chung, Student Committee Hi! I am a second-year law student at the University of Exeter. I love exploring politics, particularly in the aspect of relationships between multiple countries. At the same time, I like learning about various cultures and histories from all over the world. Hopefully, in this HEYTA 2024, I hope it can help us befriend, and build up the connection between China and the United Kingdom. Anyway, hope we can enjoy ourselves together.

Estefanía Tamayo Pineda, Student Committee I am a Doctoral Researcher in Modern Languages at the University of Exeter. My current research focuses on the acquisition of Spanish prepositional constructions by second language learners. I hold an MA in Applied Linguistics from University College London (UK) and I am also a member of the Bristol Centre for Linguistics at the University of the West of England. My research interests include cognitive linguistics, semantics, (bio)semiotics, second language acquisition, multilingualism and intercultural communication. In my free time, I enjoy hiking in the beautiful southwest of the UK, cooking tasty food and travelling to interesting new places.

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The Higher Education Young Talent Alliance (HEYTA) was launched in 2018 to expand humanities-related discussion between the China and UK student communities. HEYTA is an important part of the UK China Humanities Alliance (UKCHA), which aims to promote the participation of students from China and the UK in global dialogue around humanities, and enhance their cultural understanding through the exchange of ideas.

Over the past five years, the University of Exeter has played a leading role in the UKCHA as the lead institution for the wider UK membership, working alongside the UKCHA secretariat at Tsinghua University in fostering collaboration and understanding among 17 member universities across the two nations.

中英高等教育人文联盟青年学生论坛 （HEYTA）于2018年成立，旨在促进中英学 生间的人文领域交流讨论。HEYTA 是英国中 国人文联盟（UKCHA）的重要组成部分，该 联盟旨在促进中英两国学生参与全球人文对 话，并通过思想交流增进对彼此文化的了 解。 过去五年间，埃克塞特大学在英国中国高等 教育协会（UKCHA）中作为更广泛的英国成 员的牵头机构，在英国高等教育交流中发挥 领导作用，与清华大学内的UKCHA秘书处紧 密合作，致力于促进两国17所成员高校间的 合作与理解。

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Participating students in HEYTA 2023!

In the past five years, it has successfully been held thrice by students from Tsinghua University and twice by students from the University of Exeter. The themes of the conferences have been as follows: 过去五年，该会议已成功由清华大学的学生举办三 届，埃克塞特大学的学生举办两届。会议主题如 下： 2023, hosted by Tsinghua University (in person): Exploring the History, Recounting the Blending of Civilisations.

2022, hosted by the University of Exeter (hyrbid): Rewriting Modernities: Literature, Historiography and Translating Cultures.

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2021, hosted by Tsinghua University (online): Digital Humanities, Studies of Eastern and Western Plays, and Comparative Literature.

2020, hosted by the University of Exeter (online): Digital Humanities and Special Collections, Intercultural Communications, Theatre and Performance, and International Cultural Exchange.

2019, hosted by Tsinghua University (in person): Exploring Beauty in Humanities and Innovation, Bridging the Communication between China and the UK.

This year, the University of Exeter will host HEYTA 2024. With the commitment of combining world-class research with the best possible student experience, Exeter aims to make a difference across the world and create a better future. As one of the very few universities to be both a member of the Russell Group and have a Gold award from the Teaching Excellence Framework, its success is built on high-quality education, impactful research, strong support services, interdisciplinary approaches and global partnerships. Through the utmost endeavour, the University of Exeter is devoted to breaking down barriers to create groundbreaking solutions to complex, global challenges.

今年，埃克塞特大学将作为承办方组织 第六届中英高等教育人文联盟青年学生 论坛交流活动（HEYTA 2024）。作为少 数同时隶属于罗素集团并荣获教学卓越 框架金奖的大学之一，埃克塞特大学旨 在将世界一流的研究与最佳的学生体验 相结合，改变世界并创建更美好的未 来。大学的成功建立在高质量的教育、 有影响的研究、强有力的支持、跨学科 的方法以及全球化伙伴关系的基础上。 埃克塞特大学致力于打破障碍，并通过 不懈的追求与努力，为复杂的全球挑战 打造突破性解决方案。

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The conference will address the following themes: Interconnectivity and Interculturality AI, Technology and the Post-Knowledge World Sustainable Development Goals

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Date

Monday 2nd September 9 月 2 日 周一

Time

Activity

From morning

Arrival at University of Exeter and registration at Holland Hall 活动注册

16.00 - 18.00

Informal campus tour and tour of Holland Hall facilities 大学与哈兰德大厅参观

18.00 - 19.00

Briefing and Welcome from HEYTA 2024 Organising Committee HEYTA 2024 组委会欢迎辞

19.00 -21:00

Student dinner at Holland Hall 哈兰德大厅学生晚餐

09.00 - 10.00

Formal welcome and Opening Ceremony 开幕式

ACADEMIC SESSION 1:

Tuesday 3 September 9 月 3 日 周二

10.00 - 10.45

10:45 - 11.00

"Ways of seeing our planet: Past and present" With Prof Ulrike Zitzlsperger 学术会议 1 主题：我们如何看待地球：过去与现在 主讲：乌尔丽克·齐茨尔斯佩格教授

Refreshment break 茶歇

Location

Holland Hall 哈兰德大厅

XFI Building, Henderson Lecture Theatre XFI 大楼，亨德森报 告厅

XFI Building, Student Social Space XFI 大楼，学生社交 空间

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Date

Time

Activity

Location

ACADEMIC SESSION 2:

11.00 - 11.45

Tuesday 3 September 9 月 3 日 周二

XFI Building, Henderson Lecture Theatre XFI 大楼，亨德森报 告厅

11.45 - 12.30

Group work 小组讨论

12.30 - 13.30

Lunch break 午餐休息

14.00 - 16.30

Excursion: Exeter City Centre (including RAMM Museum and Cathedral Tour) 外出参观：埃克塞特市中心（包括RAMM博物馆 和大教堂游览）

Exeter City Centre 埃克塞特市中心

17.00 - 18.30

Return to Campus & Group work 返回校园 & 小组工作

Holland Hall 哈兰德大厅

18.30 - 20.00

Dinner 晚餐

The Imperial 帝国

Ceilidh Dance（smart casual） 基利迪舞会（休闲装）

Reed Hall 里德大厅

20:30

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"Generative AI in Education: implications for knowledge and skills" With Dr Judith Kleine Staarman 学术会议 2 主题：教育中的生成式人工智能：对知识和技能的 影响 主讲：朱迪思·克莱恩·斯塔曼博士

XFI Building, Student Social Space XFI 大楼，学生社交 空间

Date

Time

9.00 - 9.10

Activity Welcome to Day 2 第二天事项说明

Location Queen's Building, Margaret Rooms 女王大厦，玛格丽特 厅

ACADEMIC SESSION 3:

9.10 - 9.55

9.55 - 10.05

Wednesday 4 September 9 月 4 日 周三

"What would it look like if we decolonised education?"

With Dr Caitlin Kight 学术会议 3 主题：若推动教育非殖民化，将会如何？ 主讲：凯特琳·奈特博士

Comfort break 休息 Queen's Building, Margaret Rooms 女王大厦，玛格丽特 厅

10.05 - 11.00

Group work 小组讨论

11.00 - 11.20

Refreshment break 茶歇

11.20 - 12.20

Group work - develop ideas 小组讨论-构思

12.30 - 13.30

Lunch break 午餐休息

14.30 - 17.00

Excursion: Trip to Exmouth 外出参观：前往埃克斯茅斯

Exmouth 埃克斯茅斯

17:00 - 18:30

Return to Campus & Group work 返回校园 & 小组讨论

Holland Hall 哈兰德大厅

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Date

Time 9.00 - 9.10

Activity

Location

Welcome to Day 3 第三天事项说明

ACADEMIC SESSION 4:

9.10 - 9.55

“Languages in motion: exploring the influence of globalisation on language in contemporary society” With Prof Susana Afonso and Prof Francesco Goglia 学术会议 4 主题: 流动中的语言：探索全球化对当代社会语言 的影响 主讲：苏珊娜-阿方索博士和弗朗西斯科-戈利亚 博士

ACADEMIC SESSION 5:

10.00 - 10.45

Thursday 5 September 9 月 5 日 周四

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"The role of clean energy technologies in sustainable development" With Dr Helen Smith 学术会议 5 主题：清洁能源技术在可持续发展中的作用 主讲：海伦·史密斯博士

10.45 - 11.05

Refreshment break 茶歇

11.05 - 12.30

Group work / Finalise presentations 小组讨论 / 准备展示

12.30 - 13.30

Lunch break 午餐休息

13.30 - 14.30

Student presentations (4 groups) 学生展示（四组）

14.30 - 14.45

Refreshment break 茶歇

14.45 - 16.15

Student presentations (4 groups) 学生展示（四组）

Queen's Building, Margaret Rooms 女王大厦，玛格丽特 厅

Date

Thursday 5 September 9 月 5 日 周四

Friday 6 September 9 月 6 日 周五

Time

Activity

Location

16.15 - 17.15

Closing Ceremony & Group photo 闭幕式致辞&合影

Queen's Building, Margaret Rooms 女王大厦，玛格丽特 厅

18.30 - 21.00

Pizza and pub dinner 披萨和酒吧晚餐

The Old Firehouse 老消防站

From morning

Departures from Exeter 于埃克塞特返程

Holland Hall 哈兰德大厅

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RICHARD FOLLET

Vice President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Engagement) for the University of Exeter. 理查德·福莱特教授，埃克塞特大学副校长（全球事务）

Professor Richard Follett is the Vice-President for Global Engagement at the University of Exeter. He leads the development and delivery of the University’s Global Strategy and has oversight of the University’s global activities, including student recruitment, global experiences for staff and students, establishing and leading the University’s relationships with key global partners, and engaging alumni around the world.

An elected Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, Richard is also Professor of American History and a specialist on the history of African American slavery. Richard joined Exeter in January 2023 from the University of Sussex where he worked for 23 years, latterly as Associate Vice-President (International) and Professor of US History. He is a graduate of the University of Wales, the University of London, and the University of Illinois. He obtained his doctorate from Louisiana State University where he was a Fulbright scholar.

Richard’s remit is captured in Exeter’s new Global Strategy, which lays out Exeter’s vision to be a truly global institution by extending our presence, reach and impact around the world. It seeks to realise Exeter’s ambitions to be an internationally recognised leader in human health and wellbeing, sustainability, and social justice; to grow our mutually beneficial partnerships; to diversify our international student community; and to provide an inclusive and world-class staff and student experience. In his role Richard works with Exeter’s leading international partners, including University of Queensland, Duke University, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and Tsinghua University. This year, Exeter also joined the prestigious Worldwide Universities Network.

Richard has lived in Spain, Ireland, the US, and worked in more than 30 countries, including visiting appointments at the Universities of Lagos, Nanjing, Peking and Heidelberg, and the National Autonomous University of Mexico. He was Chair of Universities UK Africa and Middle East Network from 2020-2023.

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理查德·福莱特教授现担任埃克塞特大学的 副校长，主管全球事务。他领导大学全球战 略的制定和实施，并监督大学的全球活动， 包括招生、教职员工和学生的全球体验、建 立和领导大学与全球合作伙伴的紧密联系以 及吸引世界各地的校友等。 福莱特教授是一位美国历史学教授，主要研 究方向为非裔美国人的奴隶制历史。同时， 他也当选英国皇家历史学会会士。福莱特教 授在威尔士大学、伦敦大学和伊利诺伊大学 获得学士学位，于路易斯安那州立大学获得 博士学位，并在那里成为富布赖特学者。 2023年1月，福莱特教授加入了埃克塞特大 学。 福莱特教授曾在西班牙、爱尔兰和美国生活 过，在30多个国家工作过。他曾被委派前 往拉各斯大学、南京大学、北京大学和海德 堡大学以及墨西哥国立自治大学访学，并在 2020年至2023年间担任英国大学非洲和中 东网络的主席。

PROF LI LI Prof Li Li is Associate Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS) at the University of Exeter. 李利教授，埃克塞特大学助理副校长（人文、艺术与社会 科学学部，主管全球事务） Prof Li is responsible for the Faculty’s global strategy, engagement, and activities, including developing global partnerships, enhancing global reputation, leading international student recruitment, and enriching student and staff global experience. She was previously Associate Dean of Global in the College of Social Sciences and International Studies of the University. Other leadership roles include Director of Research and Director of Global Engagement at the Graduate School of Education.

Prof Li is a Professor in Applied Linguistics and Language Education. Her research areas include teacher cognition, 'applied' conversation analysis, social interaction, thinking skills, and technology-enhanced language learning. She has widely published in these areas, with over 60 peer-reviewed publications and a few edited special issues. She is the author of Language Teacher Cognition (2020), Social Interaction and Teacher Cognition (2017) and New Technologies and Language Learning (2017), and edited Thinking Skills in Second Language Education (2019), Routledge Handbook of Researching for Teaching Thinking Skills (2015). She leads multiple international projects, and the most recent projects are developing digital literacies for modern language teachers and decolonising curriculum in higher education in higher education.

Prof Li is also the Head of the UK Coordinating Base and the Deputy Secretary-General for the UKCHA, focusing on developing research and connections in the Humanities. She coordinates the work for the Alliance among the member institutions in the UK, including through leading the facilitation of UK members’ participation in landmark UKCHA events such as HEYTA and UKCHA conferences and workshops, and through overseeing early career researcher Fellowship schemes to enable research collaboration between UK and Chinese academics focussing on humanities and social sciences disciplines.

李利教授是埃克塞特大学人文、艺术与 社会科学学部 (HASS) 主管全球事务的 助理副校长。她负责学部的全球战略、 参与及活动，包括发展全球合作伙伴关 系、提高全球声誉、领导国际学生招 生、丰富学生和员工的全球体验。她曾 担任埃克塞特大学社会科学与国际关系 学院全球事务副院长，还曾任教育研究 生院研究主任、全球事务主任等领导职 务。 李利教授是应用语言学和语言教育学教 授。她的研究领域包括教师认知、“应 用”会话分析、社会互动、思维技能和 科技增强语言学习。在这些研究领域 中，她已发表诸多学术成果。 李利教授还担任英国协调基地负责人、 中英高等教育人文联盟副秘书长，负责 发展人文学科的研究和联系。她负责英 国成员机构之间的联盟工作，通过领导 协调英国成员参与UKCHA的重要活动 （如HEYTA和UKCHA会议、工作坊 等）以及通过监督早期职业研究人员奖 学金计划的开展，以促进中英知名学者 和高等院校在人文与社会科学学科之间 的研究合作。

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YAN HAIPING Proffesor of cross-cultural studies 颜海平（跨文化研究教授） Work Experience Formerly Professor of UCLA and Cornell University in Comparative Arts and Literatures and Cross-cultural history, Yan Haiping is presently Professor of Cross-cultural Studies, the Chair of the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, Co-Director of Tsinghua-Michigan Society of Fellows, and the Director of the Institute for World Literatures and Cultures at Tsinghua University.

Research Interests Twentieth century arts and literature, history of ideas, critical theory and cross-cultural studies Publications She has published numerous essays in and edited special issues of leading journals in her fields, authored as well as edited five single volume books. She is presently working on a series of projects including a book manuscript on Chinese cosmopolitanism and the rise of contemporary Chinese artistic culture forthcoming in both Chinese and English editions.

Academic Services Yan is an invited seminar leader of Cornell School of Criticism and Theory (2006), and the Norman Freehling Professor at the Humanities Institute of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor (2007-2008). She was the 2003-2008 Director of UCLA Center for US-China Arts and Media Studies, the 2008-2011 Director of Cornell Institute for Chinese Studies, and the 2009-2011 Founding Director of Cornell-ECNU Center for Comparative Humanities.

Honors & Awards Yan’s accolades include China’s 1980-1981 First Prize for Excellence in Drama (the equivalent of the Pulitzer Prize in the U.S.) for her tenact historical play titled Li Shimin, Prince of Qin, CNN’s 1999 selection as one of “six most influential Chinese cultural figures” for her scholarly and creative works in English and Chinese, the 2011 Award for Global Talents by the Shanghai Municipal Government, a Standing Member of the National Committee in the field of International Languages and Literatures in the State Council of China since 2014, and Secretary general for the Secretariat of China-UK Association for the Humanities in Higher Education since 2016.

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颜教授曾任加州大学洛杉矶分校（UCLA）和康奈尔大 学（Cornell University）比较艺术与文学以及跨文化 历史教授，现任清华大学跨文化研究教授、外国语言 与文学系主任、清华-密歇根学者协会联合主任，以及 清华大学世界文学与文化研究院院长。颜教授的研究 主要围绕二十世纪艺术与文学、思想史、批判理论与 跨文化研究。她在该研究领域的顶尖期刊上发表了大 量论文，并编辑了多个特刊。她还独立撰写和编辑了 五本专著。她目前正开展一系列的科研项目，包括一 本即将出版的关于中国世界主义与当代中国艺术文化 兴起的书稿，含中英版本。 颜教授曾于2006年受邀担任康奈尔大学批评理论与研 究学院研讨会的领导，并于2007-2008年担任密歇根 大学安娜堡分校人文研究所的诺曼·弗里林教授。她曾 在2003-2008年担任加州大学洛杉矶分校中美艺术 与媒体研究中心主任，2008-2011年担任康奈尔大学 中国研究所所长，以及2009-2011年担任康奈尔-华东 师范大学比较人文学科中心的创始主任。颜教授创作 的十幕大型历史剧《秦王李世民》 ，获得了文化部和 中国剧协颁发的1980-1981年度中国优秀戏剧一等奖 （相当于美国的普利策奖） 。1999年，因其在中英文 领域的创造性学术作品，美国广播电视公司（CNN） 将她评选为“六位最具影响力的中国文化人物”之一。 2011年，她获得了上海市政府颁发的全球人才奖；自 2014年起，她担任中国国务院国际语言与文学领域全 国委员会常务委员，并自2016年起担任中英高等教育 人文学会秘书处秘书长。

CHEN XIANGJING CHEN Xiangjing is an associate professor of comparative literature in the Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures and the Institute for World Literatures and Cultures at Tsinghua University.

She received her BA and MA in modern Chinese Literature from Peking University, and PhD in East Asian Literature from Cornell University. Her research interests focus on Asian modernity, critical areas studies, and critical theory. Her publications include “The Ambiguous Role of China’s Collective Landownership under Global Capitalism” in Confronting Capitalism in the 21st Century (Palgrave MacMillan, 2019), as well as other articles in Chinese, such as “Reconstructing a Politico-Economic Perspective” (2019), “Affective Labor and Floating Community in Wang Anyi’s Migrant Fictions” (2020), “Border Country, Socialism, and Structure of Feeling: on the cultural politics of Raymond William’s Border Country” (2022), “Structure, Subjectivity, and Experience: Problems of Raymond William’s Concept of ‘Structure of Feeling’ and its Possibilities”, etc. She is the translator of Public Passions: The Trial of Shi Jianqiao and the Rise of Popular Sympathy in Republican China (2011, into Chinese), “Revolution and Negotiation: The Awakening of Asia at the Beginning of China’s Twentieth Century” in China’s Twentieth Century (Verso 2016, into English), and “The China Narrative in 21st Century and Its Universalizing Logic: Centered on the Notion of ‘Civilization’” (into English, 2019). She is completing her book on the cultural politics of the village community in China’s socialist modernity.

陈湘静是清华大学外文系和世界文学与文化研 究所副教授，主要研究领域是比较文学。她在 北京大学获得现代汉语文学学士和硕士学位， 在康奈尔大学获得东亚文学博士学位。她的研 究方向主要集中在亚洲现代性、批判性领域研 究和批判理论上。她曾在《面对21世纪的资本 主义》（帕尔格雷夫·麦克米伦，2019）一书中 发表了《全球资本主义下中国集体土地所有制 的模糊作用》一文，还发表了多篇中文论文， 包括《重构政治经济视角》（2019）、《王安忆移 民小说中的情感劳动与流动社区》（2020）、 《边境国家、社会主义与情感结构：论雷蒙德· 威廉姆斯<边境国家>的文化政治》（2022）、 《结构、主体性和经验：雷蒙德·威廉姆斯“情感 结构”概念的问题及其可能性》等。她曾翻译了 《公众激情：施剑翘审判与民国时期民众同情 心的崛起》（2011年，译为中文）、《革命与协 商：二十世纪初亚洲的觉醒》（收录于《中国的 二十世纪》，2016年译为英文）以及《21世纪的 中国叙事及其普遍化逻辑：以“文明”概念为中 心》（译为英文，2019年）。她正在撰写一本关 于中国社会主义现代性中村落社区文化政治的 书。

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BENJAMIN YONG YAN Benjamin Y. YAN is the managing director of Institute for World Literatures and Cultures Office, Tsinghua Unviersity.

He has been running UKCHA Secretariat Office and supporting HEYTA events since 2022.

燕勇是清华大学世界文学与文化研究所办公室的常务主任。 自2022年以来，他一直负责中英高等教育人文联盟（UKCHA） 秘书处，并支持HEYTA活动的开展。

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WANG RUI WANG Rui is Associate Professor at Tsinghua University.

He serves as the President of the Youth League of Tsinghua University. 王睿，清华大学副教授，现担任清华大学团委主席一职。

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DR CAITLIN KNGIHT 凯特琳·奈特 DECOLONISING THE CURRICULUM 课程非殖民化

Lecturer in Education Studies, School of Education 教育研究讲师, 教育学院

This session will explore what we mean by the word 'decolonisation', and, in particular, what it means to decolonise the curriculum. At the University of Exeter, decolonisation initiatives have always sought to involve students as well as staff. This talk will explore three different collaborative decolonisation projects and their outputs. The first was an institution-wide project leading to the creation of our 'Decolonisation Toolkit'; the second was a curriculum mapping exercise conducted within the department of Geography; and the third involved the cocreation of a new module by partners at the University of Exeter and the University of Jadavpur. These have all been characterised by both challenges and successes, and the session will end with some reflections on what has been learned and what this means for the future of decolonisation, at Exeter and beyond.

Dr Caitlin Kight is an educator specialising in pedagogies of liberation, self-study, and creativity.

She is interested in the intersection between the heritage and education sectors, and how we can work in this space to learn about and from the past in order to work towards a more socially just future.

Originally an ecologist, Caitlin also maintains an interest in science communication; she is a Dakshin Foundation fellow and editor/writer for Current Conservation and CC Kids.

本次会议将探讨“非殖民化”一词的含义，特别是它在课程设 计中的应用。在埃克塞特大学，非殖民化倡议致力于推动学 生和教职员工的广泛参与。讲座将介绍三个不同的合作非殖 民化项目及其成果：第一个项目是一个全校范围的倡议，最 终创建了“非殖民化工具包”；第二个是地理系内进行的课程 映射活动；第三个是埃克塞特大学与贾达夫普尔大学合作开 发的新模块。这些项目在实施过程中经历了各种挑战和成 功，讲座的最后将反思所获得的知识，并讨论这些知识对未 来在埃克塞特及其他地区实现非殖民化的意义。 凯特琳·奈特博士是一位专注于解放教育、自我学习和创造力 的教育工作者。她对遗产与教育领域的交汇点感兴趣，探讨 如何通过学习历史，朝着更具社会公正的未来努力。凯特琳 最初是一名生态学家，现仍关注科学传播；她还是达克欣基 金会的研究员，并担任《当前保护》和《CC Kids》的编辑/ 撰稿人。

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DR JUDITH KLEINE STAARMAN 朱迪思·克莱因· 斯塔尔曼博士 GENERATIVE AI IN HIGHER EDUCATION 高等教育中的生成式人工智能 This contribution will focus on the emerging role of Generative AI (GenAI) in higher education. The presentation will be based on a university-wide study on potentials and barriers of GenAI for Higher Education practice, knowledge and skills, from the perspectives of lecturers and students. I will focus on assessment practices and how these might be impacted by GenAI, as well as on the perspectives of international students. 本次报告将聚焦于生成式人工智能（GenAI）在高等教育 中日益重要的角色。演讲将基于一项覆盖全校的研究，立 足于讲师和学生的角度，探讨GenAI在高等教育实践、知 识和技能中能发挥的潜力与障碍。我将聚焦于评估实践、 这些实践如何受生成式人工智能影响、并关注国际学生的 视角。 朱迪思是埃克塞特大学教育学院的高级讲师，目前领导技 术与教育未来硕士课程。朱迪思是语言和读写研究中心数 字环境中的读写能力研究分支的联合负责人，也是文学硕 士、心理学理学硕士、哲学博士与教育学博士的导师。她 的研究探索了人们通过协作和对话进行学习的过程，特别 是技术环境下的学习过程。她对技术在教学和学习中的作 用有着浓厚的兴趣，尤其是与人工智能和教育未来相关的 技术。

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Senior Lecturer in Education, School of Education 教育高级讲师, 教育学院 Judith is a Senior Lecturer in Education the School of Education at the University of Exeter where she currently leads the MA in Technology and Education Futures. Judith co-leads the Literacies in Digital Contexts strand of the Centre for Research in Language and Literacy and is an MA, MSc Psychology, PhD and EdD supervisor. Her research investigates the processes by which people learn through collaboration and dialogue, in particular with and around technology. She has a strong interest in the role of technology for teaching and learning, in particular in relation to AI and education futures.

PROFFESOR FRANCESCO GOGLIA

PROFFESOR & SUSANA ALFONSO 苏萨娜·阿丰索教授

弗朗西斯科•戈利亚教授 Associate Professor of Migration and Multilingualism, Languages, Cultures and Visual Studies 移民与多语言学副教授， 语言、文化与视觉研究系

Francesco Goglia is an Associate Professor of Migration and Multilingualism at the Department of Languages, Cultures, and Visual Studies at the University of Exeter. His research interests include multilingualism, language maintenance and shift, and language contact in immigrant communities, particularly in Italy, the United Kingdom, East Timor, and Australia. His current research focuses on the process of onward migration from Italy to the United Kingdom and its sociolinguistic implications. 弗朗西斯科·戈利亚是埃克塞特大学语言、文化与视觉 研究系的移民与多语言学副教授。他的研究兴趣包括多 语言现象、语言维护与转换，以及移民社区中的语言接 触，尤其是在意大利、英国、东帝汶和澳大利亚。他目 前的研究重点围绕从意大利向英国的移民过程及其社会 语言学影响。

Associate Professor of Language, Cognition and Society, Languages, Cultures and Visual Studies 语言、认知与社会副教授 语言、文化与视觉研究系 Susana Afonso is Associate Professor of Language, Cognition and Society at the Department of Languages, Cultures and Visual Studies at the University of Exeter.

Her research expertise is in Cognitive Linguistics, a theoretical framework concerned with the conceptual representation in language, in particular Cognitive Sociolinguistics. Her focus in this area is on the Portuguese as a global language, in particular variation of Portuguese. Professor Afonso also engages in interdisciplinary collaborative research focusing on how speakers use language to convey ideas about science and to what extent the way people use language may enable others to use their voice through co-production of meanings, or maintain well-established power dynamics. 苏萨娜·阿丰索是埃克塞特大学语言、文化与视觉研究系的语 言、认知与社会副教授。她的研究专长是认知语言学，这是 一种关注语言中概念表征的理论框架，特别是认知社会语言 学。在这一领域，她的重点是葡萄牙语作为全球语言的变 异。阿丰索教授还参与跨学科的协作研究，关注说话者如何 使用语言传达科学思想，以及人们使用语言的方式在多大程 度上能够使他人通过共同构建意义来表达自己的声音，或保 持既定的权力动态。

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CO - PRESENT: LANGUAGES IN MOTION: Exploring the Influence of Globalisation on Language in Contemporary Society 共同演讲：流动中的语言：探索全球化对当代社会语言的影响 In this hands-on session, we will explore the impact of globalization on language use and the role of global languages in contemporary societies, including their influence in education, media, and linguistic landscapes. We will discuss the relationship between transnational media and language, the effects of migration on language, urban linguistic landscapes, and speakers’ attitudes toward global languages. Delegates are invited to share their own experiences with languages in familiar contexts. 苏萨娜·阿丰索是埃克塞特大学语言、文化与视觉研究系的语言、认知与社会副教授。她的研究专长是认知 语言学，这是一种关注语言中概念表征的理论框架，特别是认知社会语言学。在这一领域，她的重点是葡 萄牙语作为全球语言的变异。阿丰索教授还参与跨学科的协作研究，关注说话者如何使用语言传达科学思 想，以及人们使用语言的方式在多大程度上能够使他人通过共同构建意义来表达自己的声音，或保持既定 的权力动态。

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PROFESSOR HELEN SMITH 海伦·史密斯教授 EXPLORING CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES 探索清洁能源技术 The importance of clean energy solutions to meeting our climate targets and net zero ambitions is evidenced by SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy.

But what do we mean by clean energy technologies, how are they helping us meet these goals, and what are the wider considerations relating to their deployment? This workshop is designed to introduce key aspects of the technologies, assessing their pros and cons, and encouraging participants to consider multi-disciplinary perspectives relating to their design, development and large-scale deployment.

Associate Professor in Renewable Energy, Engineering 可再生能源工程副教授 Helen Smith is an Associate Professor in Renewable Energy, and Director of Education and Student Experience for the undergraduate and postgraduate Renewable Energy programmes. Her research background is in resource and impact assessment for the marine environment, and the development of numerical tools to support ‘blue growth’ in areas such as marine energy and aquaculture through enhanced understanding of the wave and tidal environment and the potential impacts on the physical environment. Her work also contributes to the other research activity in the Offshore Renewable Energy group, which includes hydrodynamics and marine operations, offshore reliability, and offshore technology.

清洁能源解决方案对于实现我们的气候目标和净零排放愿 景的重要性，已通过可持续发展目标7（SDG 7）：“负担 得起的清洁能源”得到验证。但是，我们所说的清洁能源 技术到底是什么？它们如何帮助我们实现这些目标？在推 广这些技术时还需要考虑哪些更广泛的问题？本次研讨会 旨在介绍这些技术的关键方面，评估其优缺点，并鼓励参 与者从多学科的角度考虑这些技术的设计、开发和大规模 应用。 海伦·史密斯教授是可再生能源的副教授，同时担任本科 和研究生可再生能源项目的教育与学生体验主任。她的研 究背景涉及海洋环境的资源和影响评估，以及通过增强对 波浪和潮汐环境及其对物理环境潜在影响的理解，开发支 持“蓝色增长”（ 如海洋能源和水产养殖领域）的数值工 具。她的工作还为海上可再生能源小组的其他研究活动做 出了贡献，这些活动包括水动力学与海洋作业、海上可靠 性以及海洋技术等领域

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PROFESSOR ULRIKE ZITZLSPERGER 乌尔里克·齐茨尔斯 佩格教授

WAYS OF SEEING OUR PLANET: Past and Present 我们如何看待地球：过去与现在 In 1972, John Berger argued that 'the way we see things is affected by what we know or what we believe'. What is more: 'We only see what we look at'. Our way of 'seeing' the natural environment is guided by this disposition.

Knowledge and beliefs change over time. In this lecture we will, therefore, explore how Europeans reflected upon their natural environment, the role of animals, of rivers and natural disasters and their understanding of 'progress' since medieval times. In this context we will also consider a number of 'dilemmas' - challenges that do not allow for straightforward 'yes'/'no' answers: this is where what we choose to look at comes into play. 乌尔里克·齐茨尔斯佩格教授毕业于柏林自由大学；在成为埃克 塞特大学讲师之前，她曾在柏林的地方政府及一家出版社工 作。她的教学与研究主要集中在城市文化史的多个方面，涵盖 文学中的嗅觉景观、纪念品的意义以及酒店和火车站在历史转 折点中的重要性。她将在本次会议上结合动物研究、文化历史 研究，以及她在埃克塞特大学共同教授的研讨课程系列《现代 语言与文化中的绿色事务》的相关内容进行分享。 1972年，约翰·伯格认为，“我们看待事物的方式受到我们所知或 所信的影响”。更重要的是：“我们只看到我们所注视的。我 们‘看待’自然环境的方式受这种倾向的引导”。知识和信念随时 间而变化。因此，在本次讲座中，我们将探讨欧洲人如何反思 他们的自然环境，探讨动物、河流和自然灾害的作用，以及自 中世纪以来对“进步”的理解。在此背景下，我们还将讨论一系 列“困境”——这些挑战无法简单地用“是/否”来回答：这正是我们 在选择需要关注的事物时的关键所在。

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Associate Professor in Language, Culture and Visual Studies 语言文化与视觉研究副教授 Ulrike Zitzlsperger graduated at the Free University in Berlin; before becoming a lecturer at Exeter she worked for the local government and a publishing house in Berlin. Her teaching and research are focussed on aspects of urban cultural history, including the role of smell-scapes in literature, the meanings of souvenirs as well as the importance of hotels and railway stations during historical turning points. Her contribution to this conference combines research in animal studies, cultural history, and aspects of a teamtaught seminar series at Exeter: 'Green Matters in Modern Languages and Cultures'.

Wu Zhijin, Beijing Foreign Studies Univeristy As a student of international relations and economics, I delve into the complexities of global dynamics. As for HEYTA 2024, I eagerly anticipate engaging in stimulating discussions, sharing my insights, and absorbing the wealth of knowledge from the diverse array of papers presented by fellow talented individuals. Outside academia, I find solace in the art of debate, where I hone my argumentative skills and revel in the exchange of ideas. This blend of academic pursuit and intellectual sparring fuels my curiosity and drives me to explore the interconnected world of international affairs with fervour.

Xu Chengcheng, Beijing Foreign Studies Univeristy I am a junior at Beijing Foreign Studies University. I am an English Major currently studying countries and regional studies.

I hope to make more friends and hope to get a deeper understanding of the topics discussed.

I enjoy traveling, reading and singing when I’m free.

Xiao Yiyang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Greetings! I'm Yiyang, a third-year PhD candidate in the Department of Anthropology at CUHK. My research focuses on critical heritage studies, memory studies, and material culture. I'm excited to share my work on Chinese cultural heritage and look forward to engaging in mutual communication and understanding with fellow delegates.

In my free time, I enjoy hiking, exploring urban landscapes, and reading.

Jinjin Zhang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Jinjin Zhang is a PhD Candidate at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Trained in literature and Global China studies, she now specializes in Japanese studies and anthropology. Her research explores the intersections of digital technology, human mobility, and community sustainability within East Asian societies. At the conference, she looks forward to discussing her project, on how people use emerging technologies like AI, the metaverse, and blockchain for trans-regional connectivity amidst sociodemographic decline. Outside academia, she enjoys walking, yoga, cooking delicious meals, and most of all, engaging with people to understand the diverse and fascinating world we live in.

Guangxiang Leon Liu, The Chinese Unversity of Hong Kong I am a Ph.D. candidate in Applied English Linguistics in the Department of English, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. My research interests include informal digital learning of English, language identity, and digital literacies. I look forward to making new friends at HEYTA 2024 and exploring the city of Exeter. In my free time, I enjoy reading and playing guitar.

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Zhengqing (Jenna) Ren, The Shanghia International Studies University I'm pursuing dual MAs in Intercultural Communication at Shanghai International University and University College London. I believe HEYTA will be a great chance to connect with friends from China and the UK. As a laid-back person, I look forward to the new experiences it will bring. Recently, I'm interested in starting my own business and eager to meet others with similar ambitions or past experiences. I'm a beginner in skateboarding, snowboarding, softball, and tennis.

Chen Nuo, Tsinghua University I am an undergraduate in World Literatures and Cultures. In my spare time I love reading and writing. I am looking forward to meeting new people at HEYTA 2024!

Yixuan You, Tsinghua University I am currently a third-year student in Tsinghua, studying world literatures and cultures.

My research interests include comparative literature, critical theory, and overseas sinology. I hope to make more friends and renovate my perspectives through the HEYTA conference.

I like reading and singing in my free time.

Rongxin Hu, Wuhan University It’s honoured to be invited to HEYTA 2024 and meet everyone in Exeter. I'm up to the prospect of engaging in thought-provoking conversations and driving towards significant outcomes. It's a chance to showcase the remarkable attributes of our youth and to strengthen the bond of communication between China and the UK. Research fields: Macroeconomics, Mathematical Economics applications in geopolitical issues.

Hobbies: Chinese medieval history, poetry and verses, Chinese flute

Bingqian Wang, Wuhan University I am a fourth-year student studying English and Law at Wuhan University. I just finished my study abroad program at the University of Leeds and got to know friends from various regions. Surprised by the cultural difference, I navigated cultural patches of being an ethnic minority living overseas in my linguistic module. The law courses offered me a basic knowledge of the societal background in the UK and a different perspective to approach private issues. I love 20th-century British literature and outdoor sports. I'm happy to be part of the HEYTA Conference.

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Isla Forbes, Loughborough University I am currently a second-year Geography student at Loughborough University. As I prepare for the HEYTA conference in September, I have a keen interest to delve deeper into the ethics of artificial intelligence and look forward to engaging in meaningful discourse regarding the effectiveness and application of the UN's sustainable development goals.

Alongside my passions for academics, I enjoy playing lacrosse for Loughborough University. The blend of fruitful study and sports discipline helps me prepare a dynamic and dedicated attitude leading up to the HEYTA conference. I am excited to exchange ideas and to expand my knowledge through interactions and discourses with likeminded and passionate individuals, fostering a collaborative environment to tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time.

Gwendia Li, Loughborough University Gwendia is a student at Loughborough University, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics. Passionate about serving her community, she takes on leadership roles and engages in activities aimed at creating "an informed, equal world for all". Her academic path is geared towards a career in policy analysis and development economics, with plans to pursue a Master’s degree in these fields.

In her free time, she enjoys socialising with friends through activities like playing golf and basketball. This summer, she is working as a policy researcher with a European diplomat.

Fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English, Gwendia is also learning Japanese, French, and German, reflecting her commitment to fostering communication and understanding across diverse cultures.

Sophia Karakuesiv, SOAS Unveristy Hi! My name is Sophia and I study Chinese and Economics at SOAS and I’m going to start my second year soon. I’m excited to take part in this conference and get to know everyone! In my free time I love to play guitar, cook and climb.

Fuyang Xie, Unveristy College London Hi my name is Victoria. I am going to be a final year student studying Comp Lit at UCL. I love reading books, watching films, visiting parks and taking photos. I like to travel around a lot as well. I really look forward to meeting students from both Chinese and UK universities and having some really interesting and insightful discussions regarding cultural interconnectivity between the East and the West, and the future of humanity under the development of AI.

Siyu Mei, University of Exeter Hi there! I'm Siyu, currently studying Communications at the University of Exeter. It's a pleasure to meet you all and engage in a deep academic discussion. While my focus is on the arts, I have a keen interest in high-tech products, particularly those involving AI. I enjoy using AI tools to assist with media creation and solving daily problems. I'm eager to learn more and believe this conference will be a fantastic opportunity for us to exchange ideas.

I hope everyone has a memorable experience at this event. Looking forward to meeting you all! :)

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Jiayin Wang (Joanna), University College London Joanna studies contemporary world literature, German literature, and European poetry as part of her BA Comparative Literature degree. Her research interest covers Shakespeare’s transcultural influence and comparative literature of the east and west. She participated in UKCHA 2023 and will publish in the conference journal as a co-researcher. She enjoys writing in her free time, and her short stories received second place in WriteAUT and DAAD competitions; she is also the author of the poetry collection ‘Oases’. She is looking forward to meeting other passionate students during HEYTA 2024 and promoting cultural exchange and understanding between China and the UK. William Parman, University of Exeter Hi! My name is Will and I am second-year BA English student from the University of Exeter.

I am originally from Dorset, UK and in my spare time I love to run and I train as a powerlifter. I am treasurer of the English Society, and I am further active in Comedy Society and the Mature Students society. I have a special interest in AI, and I have presented at conferences such as TechUK about work I am doing in the field. I also work part-time as a mental health support worker for the NHS, which I find to be incredibly meaningful!

Jawed Jafari, University of Exeter My name is Jawid Jafari, and I am an MEd in TESOL student at the School of Education, University of Exeter. I am thrilled to be part of the UK-China Higher Education Young Talent Alliance (HEYTA) conference, which will be held at the University of Exeter in September. I am particularly looking forward to engaging with the conference themes of interconnectivity and interculturality, AI and technology, and sustainable development goals. In my free time, I enjoy exploring cultural histories, delving into technological innovations, and hiking. I am eager to connect with fellow participants and participate in the enriching academic and cultural exchanges this conference offers.

Mengyan Wen, University of Exeter As an MA postgraduate in Education Management and Leadership, I am deeply interested in exploring the transition from higher education to employment, as well as the impact of higher education institutions on this process. I have actively organized Career-Focus discussions for Chinese international students at the University of Exeter, creating a pilot platform to enhance their job readiness and employability. At the HEYTA 2024 Student Conference, I look forward to meeting young talents from various fields, engaging in enriched communication opportunities, and participating in themes that foster mutual understanding and cooperation between the UK and China.

Cesar Medina Cruz, University of Exeter MA Technology, creativity and thinking in Education at University of Exeter. I am really excited about connecting with like minded colleagues from Asia and all around the world. I love learnning about technology, languages, and useful ways to learn using technology.

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Hugh Atkinson, University of Exeter I am in my third and final year of my History Undergraduate Degree at the University of Exeter, where I have a particular interest in Naval and Maritime History. Originally from Edinburgh, I was fortunate to spend several years growing up in Dubai. This exposure to global cultures sparked my keen interest in intercultural exchange. I am really looking forward to experiencing this again through HEYTA, whilst meeting and getting to know everyone. In addition to my academic interests, I am a keen traveller and enjoy participating in sports such as triathlons, skiing, and running.

Alka Maria Simon, University of Exeter Alka is a vivacious English Literature student pursuing her second major in Literary Studies at the University of Exeter, UK. She narrows her attention down to the theoretical and critical nuances of literary studies at present, with analyses focused on Indian films.

Beyond the classroom, she engages in rhetorical pursuits, seminars, workshops, presentations, and conferences to engross effervescent discussions and critical analysis.

During HEYTA 2024, she seeks to understand how different cultural and national contexts resonate with the challenges of a post-knowledge world, in addition to networking with talented delegates. In her leisure time, she is a cinephile by day and a film critic by night.

Mitchel Rowe, University of Exeter Born and raised in South-West England, I attended Exeter College before starting my BA English course at the University of Exeter. Since beginning my course, I have placed in the Exeter QuayWords Young Writers Flash Fiction Competition, founded and presidented the Scare Society, and recently finished writing the second draft of a 100,000 word literary novel that I will continue to edit and (hopefully) one day get published. In my spare time, I enjoy writing, painting and reading. I am most looking forward to discussing the postknowledge world, as I hope to pursue academic research in the future.

Harry McGinty, University of Exeter I am a History graduate from the University of Exeter with an avid love for reading, writing and sports. In the next few years I hope to travel and then join the army. I am excited for the opportunity to listen to experts in their field at HEYTA.

Hannah Parsons-Morgan, University of Exeter I am doctoral student with a multidisciplinary background in the archaeology, art history & anthropology of Africa & Asia. I research CHEYThinese ceramics in medieval & premodern Africa, especially Ethiopia & the Swahili Coast, focusing on practices of use, reuse, repurposing, recycling & modification. Broader academic interests include the material culture of the Indian Ocean World, esp. consumption, trade, exchange & acculturation of materials & objects; Africa's historical Indian Ocean connections; African diasporas; ideas of ocean connectivity; and materiality. I enjoy weightlifting, yoga and cycling.

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Haoze Zhang, Tsinghua University I'm Haoze ZHANG from Tsinghua University. Majoring in mechanics and civil engineering, my research interest is inversion of seabed formation properties based on data-driven methods, and I have published a SCI paper as first author and made an oral presentation at the 57th American Rock Mechanics/geomechanics symposium. My hobbies are singing, piano and badminton, and I also like reading all kinds of books. During HEYTA 2024, I hope to communicate with you more and make a lot of good friends!

Mathilda O’Flaherty, SOAS My name is Mathilda and I am in my second year at SOAS studying Chinese. I'm looking forward to meeting new people at HEYTA especially meeting the students who have flown over from China; as well as participating in the workshops. I have just got back from working at a summer camp in Canada where I discovered that I really enjoy canoeing and kayaking. During term time in London, I like going to art galleries and museums, my favourite is the National Portrait Gallery.

Yuhong Song, Shanghai International Studies University I am a graduate student from Shanghai International Studies University. I study English language literature and my research interests in includes modern literature, interdisciplinary studies of intercultural communication and materialism in twentieth century. My basic knowledge of IC and relevant experiences enables me to be aware of cultural differences, be cooperative and open-minded.

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