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Fly-in programs provide an immersive campus experience, making universities and colleges accessible for students in advance. They remove financial barriers to visits and offer application and financial aid workshops. Additionally, participants build valuable connections with peers, students, and staff, gaining support throughout the admissions process and beyond.

How to Apply for Fly-In Programs?

Coalition (联盟) Members and their Fly-In Programs

Expanding college access to communities that have been minorities in higher education is a shared goal among Coalition schools. Below, check out some of our member schools and their fly-in visit programs.

Tom was a typical teenager, a bit rebellious and not sure what he wanted to do with his life. He often got into trouble at school and had a strained relationship with his parents. One day, his teacher suggested that he participate in a community service project to teach underprivileged children. Reluctantly, Tom agreed.

When he first arrived at the community center, he was skeptical. The children were from poor families, and their living conditions were far from what Tom was used to. But as he started to teach them basic math and reading, he saw the spark in their eyes. They were eager to learn, despite their difficult circumstances.

Over time, Tom began to look forward to his weekly visits to the community center. He realized that he had the ability to make a difference in these children's lives. He started to prepare his lessons more carefully and even brought some of his own books and toys to share with the kids.

As the months passed, Tom noticed a change in himself. He became more responsible and empathetic. He no longer took his own privileges for granted and started to appreciate the little things in life. His relationship with his parents also improved as he became more open-minded and understanding.

By the end of the community service project, Tom had a clear sense of purpose. He decided to pursue a career in education, hoping to continue to help children who are less fortunate. This experience had not only changed the lives of the children he taught but also had a profound impact on his own growth and future.

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After making the decision to pursue education as a career, Tom faced new challenges.

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Years later, Tom, now a teacher, looked back on his journey with a heart full of gratitude.

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Rejecting Disposable Culture, Embracing a Sustainable Lifestyle

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"Dead to Rights," a film on the Nanjing Massacre, has stormed China's summer box office, (surpass) 1 billion yuan in just eight days since its July 25 debut. Directed by Shen Ao, the film became the first post-Spring Festival release to achieve this box office milestone and has maintained its daily box office (dominate) in China since its debut show, according to industry trackers' reports.

The film has topped daily box office charts in all provincial-level regions across mainland China for five consecutive (连续的) days through July 25. To date, it (draw) over 30 million admissions, demonstrating strong audience resonance.

"Dead to Rights" focuses a group of Chinese civilians take refuge in a photography studio during the Japanese aggressors' brutal occupation of Nanjing.

In a desperate attempt to stay alive, they (force) to assist a Japanese military photographer in developing film — only to discover that the negatives contain damaging evidence of atrocities (暴行) (commit) by Japanese forces across the city. They secretly keep the negatives and risk their lives (deliver) them to the outside world, hoping that the truth would be revealed.

"Dead to Rights" currently holds an 8.6 out of 10 rating on Douban, a key film review site. According to latest projections, "Dead to Rights" is now expected to gross over 4 billion yuan in total revenue, a further upward revision from (early) estimates. If achieved, this would make it China's second highest-grossing film of the year to date, trailing only the animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2."

Sometimes I wondered if this was really what life was about — working from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., catching just a(an)4 of the sunset on my way home, then returning to endless chores. It felt like life was5 my fingers without enjoying the little things in life that would make me happy.

I6 my family over the years by doing everything by myself. I realized I needed to7 my batteries. At a family meeting, I shared my8 that must be a pain for everybody around me. Surprisingly, everyone got a turn to9 ideas and we rearranged chores fairly.

The10 was working well. I was impressed by how willing my family were to make life easier for me. Now, I walked my dog up the hill. The rhythm of nature11 me. My evenings included reading and writing. I no longer complained about customers or12. I looked healthier physically and mentally. My family and boss enjoyed a13 me. Now I had the time to better myself. All I had to do was make it a14 and ask for the help I deserved. Life finally felt15.

Students on campus form groups to play campus-themed scripts, recalling their youth stories in youth narratives; white-collar workers in cities choose hardcore reasoning scripts, releasing work pressure in logical mazes. Emotional scripts help strangers break the ice quickly, while horror scripts bring people closer together through screams. These ever-changing script types adapt to the social needs of different groups of people.

Script murder is also a sharp tool for breaking the ice in social interactions. Strangers sit around the table, and under the guidance of character cards, some become literati of the Republic of China, some become knights of the Jianghu, and communicate naturally as the plot progresses. As clue cards are passed around, the awkwardness of silence is broken, and laughter and discussions intertwine, making strangers quickly become familiar.

Today's script murder stores show diversified development. Some create ancient-style real scenes, allowing players to experience the grievances (恩怨) of the Jianghu immersively in pavilions and towers; some launch holographic projections (全息投影), allowing players to experience the sci-fi world through light and shadow changes. The professional guidance of the DM (主持人) still helps players immerse themselves in the plot better; high-quality scripts always lay a solid foundation for the experience.

Whether you are a logic lover who is keen on reasoning or an empath (共情者) who prefers emotions, every time you open a script, you step into a new social dimension full of surprises and fates.

A. From campus to urban areas, script murder has set off an immersive craze.

B. Even people with social anxiety can speak freely under the cover of their roles.

C. Future developments may require government regulation.

D. The charm of script murder lies in its ability to create new social possibilities.

E. But some cores remain unchanged.

F. However, what it has brought in just a few years is far more than entertainment experience.

G. Traditional offline games are losing their appeal gradually.

A critical challenge lies in the "asymmetrical (非对称的) cost structure." Online retailers avoid not only rent and in-store labor but also the costs of maintaining large inventories — goods in stock, as they often operate on a "just-in-time" model. This allows them to undercut physical stores by 18—45% on price, yet the gap isn't uniform: luxury goods, which rely on in-person experience, face less pressure than daily necessities. Small retailers, with limited capital to absorb price cuts, suffer most — studies show their closure rate is 3.2 times higher than that of large chains when competing with online giants.

Another subtle challenge is the erosion of "community anchor" roles. Physical stores, especially local ones, historically fostered social interactions and neighborhood identity. A 2025 survey in 20 large cities found that a 50% drop in local shop presence correlated with a 22% decrease in residents' sense of community belonging, creating indirect social costs rarely accounted for in pure economic analyses.

Counterstrategies, too, require nuance (细致入微). Successful transformation isn't just about "going online"; it's about integrating physical uniqueness with digital efficiency. For instance, some bookstores use in-store events to build customer loyalty, and then use membership data to recommend personalized online selections. Others take most advantage of their physical space as "experience hubs" — a café inside a clothing store, or a workshop area in a hardware shop — turning transactions into memorable interactions.

Notably, these strategies demand resources: staff training, data analytics tools, and flexible supply chains. This creates a "capability gap" — smaller stores often struggle to implement them without external support, such as government-funded digital literacy programs or cooperative purchasing networks. Thus, the future of the real economy depends not only on individual innovation but also on systemic support to bridge this gap.

The risks extend beyond simple waste accumulation. Batteries contain toxic heavy metals and electrolytes (电解质) that, if improperly disposed of, can dissolve into soil and water sources, contaminating farmland and drinking supplies for generations. Even in recycling, only 15% of global facilities use eco-friendly methods; most rely on crude processes that release harmful pollutants into the air, creating "secondary pollution" worse than the original waste.

A key obstacle is the mismatch between battery complexity and recycling technology. Modern NEV batteries use varied chemistries and designs, making standardized recycling nearly impossible. Advanced methods like hydrometallurgy, which minimize pollution, require expensive equipment and skilled labor, putting them out of reach for developing regions. Meanwhile, global regulations too distant to land true, allow unqualified operators to handle battery waste, even worsening the problem.

Addressing this requires global coordination: unified (统一的) design standards for batteries, stricter enforcement of recycling laws, and cross-border investment in green technologies. Without such steps, the NEV revolution's environmental gains could be overshadowed by a toxic legacy.

The competition exposed Zhang to global craftsmanship styles. He noticed Chinese participants emphasized artistic design, while Japanese and Korean competitors focused on precision. Initially intimidated, Zhang gained confidence through this international exchange. His success stems from vocational education at Beijing Arts & Crafts Technician College, where he spent five years refining his skills. He believes vocational training helps students discover unique talents beyond traditional academic paths.

Now a teacher, Zhang adopts personalized teaching methods. He identifies students' strengths in design or craftsmanship and tailors instruction accordingly. His "learning by doing" approach prepares students for diverse careers in jewelry design, appraisal, or even social media influencing. He stresses combining technical skills with creative thinking to produce valuable works.

Zhang represents a new wave of craftsmen blending tradition with innovation. As an apprentice in filigree inlay — a national intangible cultural heritage — he merges ancient techniques like metal threading with modern jewelry structures. While traditional designs often use gemstones for luxury, Zhang creates fresh interpretations by incorporating delicate filigree patterns into nature-inspired pieces.

Currently reflecting on his five-year journey, Zhang believes his true masterpiece is yet to come. "Innovation requires systematic reflection," he says, demonstrating how modern craftsmen honor tradition while pushing creative boundaries.

It indicates sea ice loss has the potential to trigger a cascade of adverse environmental impacts, including the fueling of wildfires and other extreme weather events that destroy homes; rising sea levels that threaten the survival of coastal communities; and drying agricultural lands that undermine our ability to produce food. The melting also accelerates global warming even further as the newly exposed ocean beneath reflects less sunlight than bright ice does.

Copernicus scientists announced that January 2025 was the warmest January on record, even though Earth had entered La Niña, the cold phase of the El Niño climate pattern. And February 2025 was the third warmest February on record. So it wasn't a record-breaker in that respect, but it did continue a worrying warming trend. February 2025 was, on average, 2.86 degrees Fahrenheit (1.59 Celsius) warmer than preindustrial levels — the estimated average temperature.

Temperatures fluctuate (波动) from year to year, so climate change doesn't mean that every new month is guaranteed to break records. And not all parts of the planet get warmer at the same rate. This February, severe winter storms affected the U.S. with record-breaking cold, and Copernicus' data revealed that a good chunk of North America was cooler than average for February. However, temperatures were mostly above average around the rest of the world. Last year was the first complete year to breach 2.7 ℉ and ended up as the hottest year on record since preindustrial levels.

Today, I'll give you brief introduction to some aspects of film-making you might not be familiar with. Actually, the film you see on the screen is the product of a huge amount of hard work, most of takes place behind the scenes.

Firstly, sound effects are often added after a scene has been shot and might not be made in the way you would expect. For example, in Jurassic Park, the sounds of different animals (mix) by a computer to make a dinosaur roar.

Another aspect I attach great importance is visual special effects. CGI has been (frequent) used in film-making as a special effects technology. Generally, scenes (require) CGI are filmed in front of a green screen in the studio. As green doesn't match any (nature) hair or skin colour, actors can be easily separated from the background. This enables CGI effects to be added later.

Props also contribute to a film's success. (make) a film look real, great effort must sometimes be made to research, find and build objects. Let's take Titanic as an example. Director James Cameron spent six months (revise) plans of the Titanic. He talked to (historian) to ensure that the details were correct. Finally, it took 500 workers 100 days to build the fine model, not to mention the thousands of props inside.

I live in the suburb north of San Francisco, and1is considered the main transportation for most people here. I still remember how2I was when I first learned to drive. While driving with music gently3my heart, I was filled with joy. However, as time went by, that excitement4. I feared driving, and felt worried and upset. Everyone seems to be in my way especially when I am in a5. One night, a deer ran out from the dark, knocked against my moving car, and6across the street. I didn't dare to get out of my car to see her. Crying on the7, I hated my car.

When I joined the 21-day mindful walking8, I began to walk with a mind. During the walking days, I smiled at every stranger9by me. I walked to the streets that I10would not pass through and11a tiny free library on the sidewalk. I began to12if I had really lived in this town all these years. It's a completely13 town that I know so little about!

I felt deeply14for the walking challenge. Maybe I will set foot on far lands again, yet I know15is right here and right now.

The study of Sibert and Rubin takes advantage of a system by using tiny, hard bits of shark skin and bony fish teeth that naturally fall from their bodies to the seafloor. These extremely small fossils provide a rich record of ancient oceanic sharks and their abundance for thousands of years. By studying fossils from many regions, the diversity patterns can give major insights into evolution (进化) of the open sea that would be otherwise unknown.

Sibert and Rubin quantified(量化)a past extinction of sharks, reporting a 90% decline in number and >70% drop in diversity. They found that nearer-shore sharks appear to survive, but migratory ones go extinct. The finding of this study is that sharks had undergone a widespread extinction that reorganized their communities from 16 million to 20 million years ago.

Sibert and Rubin narrowed the disappearance of sharks to a window of time under 100,000 years around 19 million years ago, but the causes of this event remain unclear. Because this time period does not stand out as a period of major climatic change, the authors do not attribute(归因于) environmental factors as an extinction driver. As for other causes, the loss of shark diversity is directly linked to overfishing.

The loss of sharks from the oceans has profound, complex, and unavoidable ecological consequences because their presence reflects the stability of marine ecosystems. Yet, one-quarter of the global diversity of sharks is currently threatened with extinction. Despite recent improvements in conservation actions, shark communities never recovered from a mysterious extinction event 19 million years ago; the ecological fate of what remains is now in our hands.

People's first names, or given names, are chosen by their parents. Sometimes the name of a grandparent or other members of the family is used. Some parents choose the name of a well-known person. A boy could be named George Washington Smith; a girl could be named Helen Keller Jones. Some people give their children names that mean good things. Clara means "bright"; Beatrice means "one who gives happiness"; Donald means "world ruler"; Leonard means "as brave as a lion".

The earliest last names, or surnames (姓), were taken from place names. A family with the name Brook or Brooks probably lived near a small river; someone called-Longstreet probably lived on a long, paved road. The Greenwood family lived in or near a leafy forest.

Other early surnames came from people's occupations. The most common occupational name is Smith, which means a person who makes things with iron or other metals. In the past, smiths were very important workers in every town and village. Some other occupational names are: Carter — a person who owned or drove a cart; Potter — a person who made pots and pans. The ancestors of the Baker family probably baked bread for their neighbors in their native village. The Carpenter's great-great-great-grandfather probably built houses and furniture.

Sometimes people were known for their special abilities. When there were two men who were named John in the same village, John Fish was probably an excellent swimmer and John Lightfoot was probably a fast runner or a good dancer.

Some family names were made by adding something to the father's name. English-speaking people added "-s" or "-son". The Johnsons are descendants of John; the Roberts family's ancestor was Robert. Irish and Scottish people added "Mac" or "Mc" or "O". Perhaps all of the MacDonnells and the McDonnells and the O'Donnells are descendants of the same Donnell.

At the time, they were in Connecticut on vacation, so they didn't know what kind of damage they were going to face when they got home to Texas. But then Feldman's grandparents called with bad news: all of her books had been destroyed in the flooding. Feldman was 14 at the time and loved reading.

To cheer her up, Feldman's father took her to the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library at Yale University. When they arrived, she started a conversation with Bill Carver, a man who worked at the library.

"I asked him a bunch of questions like, ‘How do you keep all these rare books? What's the oldest book you have?'" Feldman remembered. Carver answered all of Feldman's questions. When she told him about her books being destroyed, he told her that he would send her a book in the mail, so she could restart her collection.

After returning to Houston, she received his gift, titled The Medieval Book by Barbara Shailor. Carver included a note that read:

Dear Sarah,

I have often thought of you and your family, and that terrible flood… As promised, with the letter is a rather scholarly book, which may be slightly mature(成熟) for your age, but I thought it might help you shape your new library collection. And as the years progress, this book may grow in value to you. Have a happy holiday season. Wish you and your loved ones all the best.

Yours,

Bill Carver

A lot has changed since Feldman received that book. Feldman is in her 30s now. She's married and has a dog. But Carver's gift has made a lifelong impact. "I'm interested in medieval art," Feldman said. Feldman has tried to find Carver, but with no success. If she could speak to him today, she would like to tell him how much that small gesture meant to her.

Science on Sundays is a programme of free monthly science talks which always brings the latest discoveries in plant science, as well as research linked to the plant collection at the Botanic Garden, to the visitors in a 30-minute short period of time. The programme in April is about tulips(郁金香).

Introduction

Time: 2:30 pm on Sundays

Title: In Search of Wild Tulips

Objects: adults and children aged 12+

Speaker: Brett Wilson at University of Cambridge

Background Information

The planted tulips are a common sight in spring gardens around the world, but have you ever considered where wild tulips grow? The wild ancestors of our much-loved gardening varieties can mostly be found in the mountains and valleys of Central Asia, far from the Netherlands, where most tulips are grown and bred. At the Botanic Garden, we have a National Tulip Collection where we grow many wild species including plenty of species from Central Asia. Over the last four years, Brett Wilson has been using something learned from books and combining with fieldwork to understand the diversity of tulips, with a view of identifying which species are most at risk of extinction.

Come and listen to Brett speak about the research and the adventures that have occurred in our search to find and protect wild tulips in this remote corner of the world. These will be live face-to-face talks taking place in the Botanic Garden Classroom for those visitors with interest.

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How Often Breakfast Is Skipped

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Recently, our English newspaper had a survey about how often breakfast is skipped.

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Introduction to Teachers' Day

The idea of celebrating Teachers' Day took root in many countries during the 19th century; in most cases, they celebrate a local (educate) or an important milestone in education. This is the primary reason countries celebrate this day on different dates.

Many countries celebrate their Teachers' Day on 5 October in conjunction with World Teachers' Day, which (establish) by UNESCO in 1994. China: 10 September (Taiwan: 28 September)

In mainland, 10 September is an (office) holiday in China. The modern holiday was awarded a national status on January 21, 1985. The urgent need in this holiday in China was caused by the fact the "cultural revolution" in China cut the number of intellectuals — teachers, in particular. The main purpose was (increase) the prestige (声望，威信) of this profession.

There are some activities for students to show their (appreciate) to teachers, such as presenting gifts, (include) cards and flowers.

In Taiwan, Teachers' Day is recognized on September 28^th, which is also the birth date of great Chinese philosopher and teacher, Confucius. Confucius is considered the embodiment of the Chinese moral, family, and education philosophy.

On his birthday, people in Taiwan pay respect the great educator to remind us to always maintain the traditional virtue of respecting our teachers.

When I was 6, I was given small pink knitting (针织) needles. "I am knitting. Do you want me to teach you?" My grandmother3 my hands in hers and showed me how to knit. While she was cooking, I would sit on her seat, knitting just like her. When I was first learning, I would frequently ask for4, and constantly be scared of ruining our5. After my grandmother left America, I missed the6 of sticks clicking against each other and the smell of her Peruvian cornbread. No matter the7, I know my grandmother and I will always be connected through the needles she8.

Hypodermic (注射) needles are currently my most9 needles. While many people hated hypodermic needles, to me they represent curing and my10 in the medical field. This simple yet11 needle is employed every day to protect lives. Suture (缝合) needles are the needles that I aim to use in the future. Only specially trained12 can properly handle them. They13 put people back together using incredible14.

Needless to say, needles have always been a part of my life. They have been a physical15 of how I've developed as a person.

Don't blame yourself. You are a product of a society that expects very particular things of masculinity. So stop blaming yourself. . If you accept your own desire for close relationship in your life, you will find the friendship.

Get involved at tough moments. Boys sometimes are worried whether they might appear too curious about their friends' private matters. . But if you get involved at such moments, you will open the door to all kinds of growth in your relationship. So take the opportunity to show them that they matter by following up.

. Researchers say that the No.1 thing that helps children (especially boys) grow up to have enriching friendships is to be close with adult relatives who are not afraid to express their emotions. So, if you have expressive grownup relatives, try to be close to them. They can serve as role models for you to show your true feelings in a better way.

A. Look at masculinity critically

B. So here is what they should do

C. Get close to expressive adults in your life

D. You need to face something really disturbing

E. Instead, focus on undoing hurtful and restricting belief systems

F. It is especially true when their friends are sharing something tough

G. The good news is that boys are born caring and loving, just as girls do