STEPHEN YUAN
DEPUTY DIRECTOR & OPERATION MANAGER
I have years of experience in Chinese and overseas education consulting. These range from language training courses, international studies to masters opportunities. I have worked in exchange programs such as Sino-American Youth Ambassadors (SAYA) to increase cultural awareness to Chinese and American communities. I have also cooperated with many students during Robotics and Drone camp at University of California (UCLA) and corporates at Boeing.
Additionally, I have designed some programs called "Building Future Global Leaders" together with the World Bank, International Monetary Fund (IMF), West Point and United Nations in order to promote global leadership development.
I am currently based in the New York office providing consulting and guidance for a multitude of Ambright Education Group programs including Ambassador Year in China (AYC).
Advice for incoming Educational Ambassadors?
"Ambassador Year in China will give you strength, confidence and a sense of curiosity. You will have a wonderful opportunity to expose yourselves to one of the world's oldest cultures such as Chinese literature, music, martial arts, cuisine, folk customs, religion and more. Surely it will be an amazing experience in your life!"
JACOB LOTINGA
UK AND IRELAND DIRECTOR
I have served in academic roles with ten East Asian universities, offering courses on an array of subjects including Western Thought, English Literature, and approaches to teaching language and culture. While based in China - in Chengdu, at the foot of Mount Tai, and in other fascinating locations - I used spare time to explore holy mountains, cultural diversity, and other aspects of culture that awakened my curiosity and sense of wonder.
Advice for incoming Educational Ambassadors?
“Pack warm clothes if you intend to watch the sunrise on the summit of a holy mountain or admire ice sculptures in Harbin in February. But seriously... start learning Mandarin before you arrive - and make the most of the opportunity to learn on the programme. This will allow you to chat and banter with extraordinary people from all walks of life, and could come in handy later in life. Also take time to develop cultural interests (e.g. reading Chinese literature) and find inspiration - while perhaps giving inspiration to your students."