This book delves into the transformations and challenges faced by modern Chinese universities during periods of social and political upheaval. It examines the choices made by universities in modern Chinese civil society and the reincarnation of university spirit in times of tribulation. A special focus is given to the spiritual formation of The Chinese University of Hong Kong as a modern example. The volume concludes by reflecting on the lessons from the history of modern Chinese university spirit and their significance for constructing contemporary universities, offering valuable insights for future educational development.

Highlights the reincarnation of university spirit during periods of social and political upheaval in modern China Explores the role of universities in modern Chinese civil society and their influence on societal transformation Provides an in-depth analysis of the spiritual formation and unique features of The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Autorentext

Zhaohui Chu is a senior researcher at the National Institute of Education Sciences. In "TAO Xingzhi's Educational Thoughts and Educational Reform in Rural Areas"-a research report of National Institute of Education Sciences-in 1985, Chu was one of contemporary China's earliest advocates of educational reform.

Inhalt

Chapter 1. The Choice of University Spirit in Modern Chinese Civil Society.- Chapter 2. The Reincarnation of University Spirit in Tribulation.- Chapter 3. The Spiritual Formation and Feature Analysis of The Chinese University of Hong Kong in Modern Times.- Chapter 4. Enlightenment of the History of Modern Chinese University Spirit on Contemporary University Construction.