• Organizing Party:

An exchange program organized by SES Department

• Aims:

1. Incubate students' interest in acquiring the basic knowledge related to ecological studies and surveying skills.

2. Compare wetland management between Hong Kong and Jilin Province.

• Role:

Participants (Exchange Students) of the program

• GILOS connect with the Experience:

  1. Problem Solving Skills

  2. Critical Thinking Skills

  3. Written Communication Skills

  4. Social Interaction Skills

  5. Global Perspectives

Throughout the trip, I have learned a lot of skills and theoretical knowledge related to environmental science, such as the formation of wetlands, how to use pictorial guides for identifying the species. However, apart from these skills and knowledge, I still remember what the professor mentioned in one field trip. He said that the terms "ECO" in English do give us a sight of how we think of nature. Life in the environment was born to be ruled over by people, instead, we are equally important and rely upon each other. Similarly, if you have already destroyed their home, the effect is irreversible no matter we do any remediation afterwards. Therefore, it is important to maintain an awareness that we could do something to help the environment, even though it maybe a hard time for you, what you have done maybe insignificant. At least, you won't feel guilty, you won't feel regret in your life and that is why I would like to be an ecologist in my undergraduate, like a warrior to safeguard this forest, our home and mother nature. His speech has made me rethink the relationship between humans and nature. Any changes in the environment may cause adverse effects to all the stakeholders. With the rapid development in Hong Kong, the conflicts between wildlife and humans have increased gradually. Through education, we could bring harmony and end the conflict. Environmental educator was the one who spread this message, act as a collaborator and provide exploration for the participants.