To cultivate a profound sense of patriotism among young students, inherit the spirit of water management and ecological conservation, and guide them to fulfill their youth missions through their academic expertise, the School of Environment and Ecology organized young volunteers to visit the Henan South-to-North Water Diversion Museum on June 1. The event was themed "Exploring the South-to-North Water Diversion Project and Appreciating the Craftsmanship of a Great Nation."

Prior to the event, staff members clarified the itinerary, venue regulations, and safety precautions to ensure the orderly conduct of the study tour. During the tour, guided by professional docents, students visited various thematic exhibition halls in an orderly manner. Through diverse mediums such as historical texts, physical exhibits, and engineering models, they systematically learned about the construction history and technological innovations of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project, gaining an in-depth understanding of its ecological value and significance to people's livelihoods. Additionally, by listening to the touching stories of selfless dedication by reservoir resettlers, students profoundly realized the Chinese wisdom, sense of responsibility, and people-oriented spirit embodied behind this great national project.

This study tour innovated the practical education format by incorporating a special intangible cultural heritage (ICH) experience. Under the on-site guidance of ICH instructors, students engaged in hands-on practices of traditional crafts, including Yellow River-themed paper cutting and water conservancy artifact rubbings. Through this immersive experience, they appreciated the millennia-old water management heritage and the original aspirations of craftsmen, further deepening their understanding and identification with Yellow River culture, water culture, and ecological civilization construction.

Following the tour, students conducted exchange seminars based on their observations and learning. They shared their insights on topics such as the spirit of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project, water resource protection, and ecological civilization construction. From the perspective of their ecological specialties, they discussed youth responsibilities and era missions, consolidating a driving force for progress through intellectual exchanges. At the end of the event, all teachers and students took a group photo.

This study tour deeply integrated ideological and political education, professional cognition, and cultural heritage, serving as a crucial initiative for the school to implement its practical education philosophy. The activity allowed students to intuitively experience the magnificent achievements of major national projects, effectively enhancing their awareness of ecological protection and sense of era responsibility. Participants unanimously expressed that they will delve deeper into their professional knowledge, practice green concepts, and actively shoulder the youth mission of ecological civilization construction. They are committed to safeguarding ecological water veins through practical youth actions and contributing to the high-quality development of water conservancy and ecological endeavors.