The architecture of the West Gate of Peking University is entirely in Chinese classical style, with four red doors facing each other and colorful eaves towering above it. A blue plaque hangs directly above the school gate with four powerful characters "Peking University" written by Mao Zedong. On both sides of the door
There is also a pair of majestic stone lions on the side. The design of the West School Gate is typical of Chinese classical architecture, dignified, elegant, solemn and generous, and naturally connected with the surrounding environment, showing the unique ingenuity of its designer.
I think this is one of the rare and magnificent classic gates on Chinese university campuses. Unfortunately, I couldn't get out of the car, so I could only admire it with admiration after the car slowed down when entering the gate.
But I am very familiar with this place, because I have seen pictures of this school gate more than once. The first time I saw a picture of it was when I filled out my application form after graduating from high school. But at that time, I could only look at the picture and marvel.
I never thought that I would come here in person today and drive in in a car. At that time, I never thought that I would have a face-to-face conversation with the vice-principal here about such an important matter.
On the way, Director Leng told us that the vice-principal we were going to visit today was his classmate in the same class in college. When they were in college, they were both student cadres, so they had known each other for a long time. The vice-principal’s surname was Xiang, and he
There is also a very important name: academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and geological scientist.
"Ashamed, my scientific research achievements are simply not worth mentioning compared to him." Director Leng sighed after finishing the introduction.
I thought to myself: Peking University is a university with ministerial status, and Director Leng did not mention his own rank. It seems that he really values his academics.
Under the arrangement of the Peking University office staff, we quickly arrived at the vice president's office.
This is a luxurious and elegant office. Next to the door is a set of large beige Italian leather sofas. The desk is surprisingly large, covering about five square meters. On the upper left part of the desk, there is a
There is a bronze statue of Li Siguang about 40 to 50 centimeters high. The statue is golden in color. If you don't look carefully, you might think it is gold. This statue is placed on the desk, which is both harmonious and eye-catching.
Next to the sofa, there is a base made of rosewood. In the blue and white porcelain pot on the base, there is a cluster of clivia. The clivia looks very tall and green. It is blooming proudly, with flower buds standing among the layers of orchid leaves, like
The proud princess is graceful and graceful, and she is as domineering as a commander commanding thousands of troops.
Next to the Clivia, there is a two-meter-long fish tank placed perpendicular to the wall. There are more than twenty red fish about one foot in size. They are stretching out and swimming slowly in it. They look very beautiful.
Leisurely and comfortable.
On the other side is a row of large bookshelves filled with a dazzling array of books. This bookshelf can remind people of the erudition of the owner of this office.
Behind the large desk sat a thin-looking man in his fifties. His hair was a little gray, but he was very tall and in good spirits. There was a beautiful calligraphy calligraphy hanging on the wall behind him.
calligraphy.
When we entered, he was immersed in a document or something. Director Leng was walking at the front of our group. As soon as he entered, he laughed loudly and said, "Principal Xiang, we haven't seen each other for a long time."
The vice-principal hurriedly left his seat and came to the center of the office to shake hands with Director Leng. The two exchanged a few words before Director Leng introduced the three of us to him.
While the two of them were chatting, I took a look at the calligraphy on the wall behind his desk, and saw it said: Ask me why I live in the green mountains, smile without answering, and my heart will be at ease. The peach blossoms will flow away.
, there is no other world than this world.
I know this is Li Bai's "Questions and Answers in the Mountains", which means that the prosperity of Kyoto and the splendor of the palace are far inferior to the few peach blossoms in the green mountains. In his opinion, the beauty of this mountain cannot be seen in the human world.
So I can only "meet Yaochi under the moon".
My heart suddenly moved: This person is no ordinary person.
However, I was only looking at this calligraphy with my peripheral vision, and I was still paying attention to the greetings between the two of them, and I always had a humble smile on my face next to me.
Director Leng introduced me to him first, followed by the old director and Director Liang. When Director Leng introduced me, he just said, "This is Comrade Feng Xiao, our admissions director of Jiangnan Province."
Principal Xiang was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said: "Such a young admissions director?"
At the same time, he stretched out his hand towards me, and I immediately felt the strength of his hand, and also felt a slight roughness. I said to him respectfully: "Hello, Principal Xiang, I am
The people I admire the most are scientists."
He laughed "haha", then went to shake hands with the old director and Director Liang, and then invited us to sit down on the sofa. The young man from the school office immediately came to make tea for us.
"Director Feng is the director of the Provincial Admissions Office at such a young age. There are very few cadres of the same level at such a young age in our university." Principal Xiang said with a smile after everyone sat down.
Director Leng immediately introduced with a smile: "Xiao Feng is a medical expert. He was the director of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of our Jiangnan Medical University Affiliated Hospital before he was thirty years old. Later, he served as the Director of the Foreign Affairs Department at the Medical University for a period of time, and then
The director of our Jiangnan Provincial Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital came to our province just a few years ago to serve as a recruiter. This time we came to you was also his idea. However, his idea has been verified by us in many ways, and it is still
It was approved at the executive meeting of our Jiangnan Provincial Government. Principal Xiang, we are old friends, so I won’t beat around the bush and tell you this matter straight to the point. Okay?”
Principal Xiang said with a smile: "Director Leng, you still have the same temper as before. Well, you guys, it's best to be brief."
So Director Leng immediately said to me: "Director Feng, please report directly to Principal Xiang."
I was about to start the report but was immediately stopped by Principal Xiang, "Director Leng, have you brought any materials?"
I hurriedly said to Director Liang: "Give a copy of the materials we compiled to Principal Xiang."
After receiving the materials from Director Liang, Principal Xiang said to us: "Sit down for a while. I will look at the materials first. If there is anything you don't understand, I will ask you."
Director Leng smiled and said, "You still have the same working habits as before."
Principal Xiang said with a smile: "My ears are numb after listening to reports every day, but I can understand it faster if I read it myself."
He started to look through the materials in his hand, and we all sat there waiting quietly. I found that the old director was also looking at the calligraphy, and he was still secretly pouting at me. I nodded to him, meaning to tell him that I had seen it.
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After about ten minutes, Principal Xiang finished reading the material. He put the material on the coffee table in front of him, and then said to us: "I don't need to ask you. This material is very well written. I basically
I understand. But this matter is a bit troublesome. You should not come to us because it is a matter handled by the Ministry of Education and the state. If they agree with your plan, we will not have a big problem here.
We at Peking University recruit students from all provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions across the country every year, and we implement them based on the indicators issued by the national admissions office."
Director Leng shook his head and said: "Nowadays, colleges and universities have more and more power to recruit students independently. How many places to recruit in a certain province is not up to you to declare the plan to the Ministry of Education and the national recruitment office? So we think that as long as you approve this matter,
It will be easier to handle, and then we can further carry out the above work."
Principal Xiang said disapprovingly: "We at Peking University give basically the same quota to all provinces, cities, and autonomous regions across the country. If you take more quotas, other places will have objections. Of course, we don't think it matters, anyway, we want outstanding students
, but the issues considered by the Ministry of Education and the national admissions office are different. They have to consider this issue from an overall perspective."
I hurriedly said: "What you said is right, but Peking University's preliminary opinions are very important. Only after you approve our plan can we start working for the higher authorities, right? As far as I know, colleges and universities across the country are now expanding enrollment.
, we only hope that Peking University will allocate more places to us in the expanded enrollment section. The quality of students in our Jiangnan Province is very good. Although the scores in the college entrance examination every year are lower than those in some provinces, we have learned that we are admitted to Peking University every year.
, most students from Tsinghua University have better grades after entering university than students from other provinces. This is a fact."
Principal Xiang looked at me in surprise, "Have you really investigated it? Then tell me, why is this?"
I replied: "There are two main reasons for this: First, our candidates have a solid foundation and most of them have mastered the most important things in the textbooks. However, because our high school education in Jiangnan Province is relatively weak, the teachers' teaching methods are generally outdated.
They like to teach step by step, unlike teachers in developed coastal areas who like to let students do a lot of exercises to cope with the college entrance examination, so this situation occurs. The second is that our students are diligent. Our Jiangnan candidates have inherited the tradition of our Jiangnan people
He is very serious about everything he does and is good at enduring hardship. Even after entering university, he still works as hard as he did in high school and never relaxes. Most of our Jiangnan Province is located in mountainous areas, and our candidates are like those buried in the mountainous areas.
The various rich mineral deposits in the underground have never been explored or discovered, but once their abilities and talents are discovered and excavated, their value will be fully reflected."
Principal Xiang looked at me in astonishment, "You have rich mineral deposits in Jiangnan Province? Why haven't I heard of it?"
I was secretly happy and immediately replied with a smile: "We have many coal mines in Jiangnan Province. Although the reserves of each mine are not particularly large, the quality of our coal in Jiangnan is the best, with very low sulfur content."
, and generates the highest caloric content after combustion. In addition, gold, silver and manganese mines have been discovered in recent years. Principal Xiang, we welcome you to have the opportunity to visit our Jiangnan Province to inspect our mineral resources. We will definitely
Provide you with a full range of services.”
Principal Xiang grinned at me and said: "No wonder Director Feng can reach such a position at such a young age. It turns out that you are really extraordinary. We will not talk about your Jiangnan mineral deposits today... It will be very difficult to implement your plan.
First, I have to submit it to the school’s principal’s office meeting for study, but before going to the meeting, I have to get the basic approval of the top leaders.”
The old director said: "This is natural. But you are the leader in charge of this area, so of course your opinion is the most important."
Director Leng immediately said: "Peking University is a famous university in the country. We hope you can take more care of us. Our Jiangnan Province is a poor province. Our development is still slow after so many years of reform and opening up. In the final analysis, we are still in urgent need of high-end talents.
Because of this, the slogan of Western Development is now being put forward. I think your school can do something about it. If our plan is realized, it will not only solve our problem of training high-end talents, but also shoulder the responsibility of Peking University.
Social responsibility is the best propaganda in response to the central government's 'Western Development' policy. You think so, Principal Xiang?"
Principal Xiang smiled and said, "You, the director of the Education Committee, think highly of you."
Director Leng smiled and said: "Principal Xiang, we are old friends. I can explain to you here. If this matter comes to pass, if you want to set up a professional research institute in our Jiangnan Province in the future, you
We will provide strong support for necessary office conditions, feasibility research funds, etc. Of course, other methods are also possible.”
Principal Xiang waved his hand and said: "Let's not talk about these things for now. Let's do this. I'll report what happened to you. Is that okay?"
Director Leng smiled and said: "Okay. Then we will wait for your good news. Principal Xiang, we haven't had a drink together for a long time. When are you free recently? Give me a chance."
Principal Xiang said in embarrassment: "I can't do that lately. I have too many things on my hands recently. Well, I won't keep you here today. I have a meeting to attend in a while. Just wait for my news."
His intention to exclude guests was very clear, so we had no choice but to stand up and say goodbye to him. (To be continued)