Each week, the Graduates Union of Tsinghua University shares the stories of students, alumni, reflecting the passion of the diverse community.
Volume 2-3 / 2020.10.18
Maddy King
Class of 2017
School of Public Policy and Management
Hometown
Can you describe your hometown and things special about it?
"I grew up in Canberra, the capital of Australia, with a population of less than 400,000 people and a lot of beautiful birds and kangaroos!"
School Activity
What are some of the activities that you participated in during your time in school?
"In my first year, a classmate and I set up a student club in our school of SPPM where we held regular movie nights showing movies and documentaries related to Chinese development for our classmates. It was both an educational and enjoyable experience!
Throughout my studies at Tsinghua I was also part of the soccer association. It was a really great way for me to meet Chinese students, stay fit, represent Tsinghua and share a love for soccer."
Mentorship
Tell us more stories about your experience in your Tsinghua Journey.
"A school can only be excellent when it is filled with outstanding teachers"
"I am very grateful to all the professors I had at SPPM for our courses on International Development, such as public policy analysis, politics in China and global governance, as well as courses from other departments including on global health governance and rural society. I learnt a lot from the variety of classes I took, and it was especially interesting to learn about the content from a Chinese perspective. I am also very grateful to my supervisor, Professor Jia Xijin for her valuable guidance and support through the writing of my thesis, which through the process of creating and sense of achievement once completed became one of the highlights of my Tsinghua experience."
Personal Message
Anything you want to say? To the school, to your classmates, or to the world.
"A message to the current Tsinghua international students:
Firstly, enjoy every day at Tsinghua and its endless opportunities! Learning goes beyond the classroom - take the initiative to make Chinese friends, learn about the Chinese culture and language. Secondly, as an international student, share your ideas, experience and energy with us at the the International Students & Scholars Center! Be part of making Tsinghua an even better university for those to come!
A message to Tsinghua international alumni:
Don't forget that Tsinghua is always your home! We want to make you continue to feel connected with Tsinghua long after you take off your graduation hat. The university is aiming to better connect with our Tsinghua international alumni. So come by and visit us when you can, or contact us online to share your perspectives!"
Working Status
Advisor of International Students & Scholars Center (ISSC) at Tsinghua University
（We aim to support and serve the THU international community and help them greater integrate into the community)
Writers | Maddy King, Miao Huang, Zhu Zhu
Editor | Momo, Zhu Zhu, Xinyi Liu
Reviewers | Yifan Xing, Jixian Yang, Eric Liu
相关链接：
XiaoyanOnline 《iShare: Enjoy Every Day at THU》