Dong Qiangqiang's Story of Leaving Germany

Chapter 996 996. Crossing the river by feeling for the stones

"I have already asked, but Sun Tao declined."

"Positively declined?" Dong Qiangqiang did not expect this to happen, "Isn't it okay to just cut the ribbon and not give a speech or speak?"

"He said the time was inappropriate. I guess it's because the definition of our event is unofficial. He is probably afraid of causing us unnecessary trouble. After all, there are always people with impure motives who like to interpret it randomly, you know."

Of course Dong Qiangqiang understands the meaning of "causing unnecessary trouble". He is well aware of the Germans' ability to label them randomly. If Sun Tao cannot come, there is a high probability that there will be no policy support.

"But don't be too depressed. Although he couldn't attend, he personally donated 200 euros to support our event. He has already transferred the money to me. I wrote a receipt and sent it to him. In addition, as the president of the student union, I You can pay 300 euros. I am now a part-time teaching assistant and I get a few hundred euros a month.”

"I can also contribute 300 (Euro), so we have 800 (Euro). Based on the projects we just discussed, do you think it is enough?"

"800 is indeed a lot, but if you think about it, there is actually quite a lot of money to spend. Let’s not mention anything else. For the lion dance we just mentioned, a one-hour performance costs 400 (Euro), although it is not cheap. , but it is already a friendly price, which mainly covers the cost of actors, props and instrumental music. Of course, the effect is absolutely not worth mentioning. If you think it is expensive, you can cancel it and I fully support using the money on other more meaningful projects. "

"Please, please. Aren't we supposed to promote national culture?" Dong Qiangqiang said, "The traditional lion dance has strong Chinese characteristics and is lively and attractive. It is the most suitable performance for the opening ceremony, and it will also make foreigners like them. Opening your eyes is a good way to emphasize to them that this is our traditional culture. If we don't actively promote it, lion dance will become a 'long-standing cultural custom' for Koreans in a few years."

Seeing that Dong Qiangqiang approved her suggestion, Zheng Chunhua was also very happy and continued the topic: "How to spend this money really needs to be carefully calculated. Although you can try to borrow tables, chairs and benches from the university, but printing various promotional materials, binding, exhibition decoration, purchasing There will be corresponding expenses for raw materials, contacting project parties and other preparations. In addition, do Chinese and foreign students who help China Week need to be paid? If they are not paid, should we be responsible for their catering during the period of help? If they incur temporary expenses, can we also reimburse them? As you said, if you invite classmates to help, do you also have to consider the other party's food, accommodation and transportation expenses? All projects may require rehearsals, which will incur expenses. "

Regarding Zheng Chunhua’s suggestion, Dong Qiangqiang nodded in agreement: “Just spend the money that should be spent on printing materials and keep the receipts. I agree to use meals in lieu of remuneration for the students who help, and for their reasonable unplanned expenses incurred due to activities. All expenses will be reimbursed, and of course they need to provide receipts or receipts. As for the students I invited, I will calculate their costs first. If the cost is high, we will change the project immediately. It is only the beginning of April, and I think it is too late to spend. The principle is that as long as we can think of it now, we will make it now. If we can't think of it now, we will make it when it happens. We will take countermeasures and formulate rules as soon as possible after discovering them. At the same time, we emphasize the receipt of expenditures. "

"it is good."

"I may say something more direct. Don't mind. Not all the people from the preparatory team are here today. If this situation happens during China Week, we will be very passive."

Zheng Chunhua was neither angry nor trying to hide it. Instead, she was very humble: "Indeed, the cohesion of the student union is not strong enough now, mainly because of my limited level."

"This has nothing to do with your level," Dong Qiangqiang corrected, "Whether you are interested or not is a matter of attitude. China Week staff must have a strong sense of responsibility. No matter how busy they are with school that day, if they agree to come, they cannot give up the job halfway."

"I should be there every day during the five days of China Week. Apart from me, I plan to leave five to six volunteers every day, so that if anyone has something to do, we won't be in a hurry."

"As long as there are no classes, I will probably be at (the event)." Dong Qiangqiang promised.

Zheng Chunhua was relieved. Dong Qiangqiang's words made her feel more and more reliable.

"Do you have anyone here who knows how to edit videos? If so, you can arrange for someone to take more photos and videos during the rehearsal. It would be best if you can cut a promotional video before China Week to make it popular. I can provide high-end cameras."

"This is true. I have a classmate whose cousin is a video major at the University of Cologne."

"If the rehearsal goes well, you can even try to invite the TV stations and newspapers here to do exclusive interviews with China Week, and use their media for publicity. It can be regarded as learning from the foreigners and gaining skills to defeat the foreigners."

Zheng Chunhua started writing and writing again.

"There is also an overly optimistic situation that may arise, that is, all the projects we want are promised to come on May Day. We have enough people but not enough money. In this case, do you plan to give up the project or find more money?"

"If you give up the project, it will be difficult to find money." Zheng Chunhua answered decisively. "Is it possible for the Sinology Department like the one mentioned just now to sponsor us?"

Zheng Chunhua shook his head and said: "These liberal arts majors generally don't have much money. Unlike science and engineering majors, which can get a lot of research sponsorship funds from the top 500 companies in Germany, even if they have money (liberal arts majors), they focus on academics, and it is impossible to sponsor China Week." kind of activity.”

"What if we call on everyone to donate now? There is no limit to the amount, and the donation should be written in the name but not the amount, so as not to put a burden on everyone's heart, how about that?"

Zheng Chunhua still shook her head: "Sun Tao reminded me that we are all students and don't have much money, so it's not appropriate to raise donations. However, your words reminded me that we can use this event to raise funds for the unfortunate people in China who have suffered from SARS, and finally put the charity It should be no problem if the funds are donated to designated domestic organizations and the donation records are made public.”

Dong Qiangqiang still refused to give up: "Are you familiar with those people like Liao Cheng? Do you think it would be a good idea to ask them to donate money?"

Zheng Chunhua smiled, the kind of smile that could make others understand what she meant without saying anything.

"They all bought motorcycles and want to take the motorcycle license test. I think they should not be short of money. It's okay. If the money is really not enough, I will go find them again. They are all Chinese. If they have money, they will contribute money and if they have the strength, they will contribute."

"This kind of thing still has to be done voluntarily." Zheng Chunhua reminded, "Be careful if others say you are morally kidnapped, and a good thing will turn into a bad thing."

"I know it well."

The two of them worked out some of the work details of the service team one by one. Before leaving, Zheng Chunhua added uneasily: "The exam suggestions I just mentioned are just suggestions. They may not be suitable for you. You still have to make them according to your own needs." After all, the exam is a pony across the river for every student.”

"I have just started and need your guidance. Your suggestions are very pragmatic. I will seriously consider them and consult with you before applying for the exam. Don't forget to contact the University of Applied Sciences Trier and the University of Saarbrücken as soon as possible. side."

"The same goes for you over there," Zheng Chunhua gestured as if making a phone call, "call us anytime."

As soon as he got home in the evening, Dong Qiangqiang's first call was to Duanmu.

"Have you revised your outline?" Duanmu's voice was lazy, "Have you sent it to my email?"

"It's so fast. I have something good for you."

"explain."

“The Trier Chinese Students Association will hold China Week on May 1st. At that time, we will raise funds for people suffering from SARS in China and donate the donations to designated medical institutions in the country.”

"What are my benefits?"

"This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. As long as you donate two hundred, your name, President Duanmu, will be left on the donation list."

Phone busy tone.

Duanmu, it belongs to your uncle.