XMUM Student Voices Malaysia-China Story on International Stage

2024-12-12

On 23 November 2024, Tan Yun Xi, a first-year student from XMUM's School of Communication, stood out from more than 500 participants and brought home the prestigious “Overseas Best Stylish Award” at the 2nd Global Youth Bilingual Broadcast Announcing and Anchoring Contest Award Ceremony. 

The contest was organized by the Communication University of China under the theme My China Story. Participants were encouraged to explore personal narratives centered on relationships - family, friendship, and love while incorporating food, travel, sports, health, culture, economics, art, and branding topics. It aimed to promote cross-cultural communication and cultivate young talents capable of both language and international communication literacy.

 Tan Yun Xi (third from left) proudly receives the Overseas Best Stylish Award at the Second Global Youth Bilingual Broadcast Announcing and Anchoring Contest's award ceremony held at the Communication University of China.

The competition attracted 524 participants from 26 countries and regions, speaking over 25 languages, including Chinese, English, French, Malay, Spanish and more. Participants posted their entries in video format on social media, allowing for a diverse and global representation. The pool included students from prestigious universities such as UC Berkeley, the University of Melbourne, Peking University, and Fudan University, as well as professionals from renowned organizations like China News Service, Shanghai Emergency Medical Service, and Shenzhen MSU-BIT University. 

 

"At that time, I was just having a 'let's try it' mindset, without expecting the awards, as I knew this contest featured the best host from around the world. In terms of professionalism, I thought I was just a humble contestant," Tan Yun Xi shared her experience on social media, "Perhaps it was the deep passion for hosting within me that drove me to register and take a step toward my dream." 

It was an honor to stand on such a distinguished stage. The competition was a valuable learning experience that tested my skills and broadened my horizons. 

Yun Xi, the talented host shared her journey of growth in hosting. Starting from primary school storytelling competitions, she overcame her stage fright and developed a passion for becoming a professional host under the guidance of her key mentor. After graduating from secondary school, she decided to pursue studies in Communication and experienced various roles, including intern reporter, campus radio host, and campus news anchor; she took one step after another toward her dream with an unwavering passion for hosting and media.

Tan Yun Xi as a campus news anchor

As a Kelantanese, she showcased her hometown to the audience through her entries in the contest, guiding them on a tour of a unique mosque, the Sultan Ismail Petra Mosque. Unlike the typical dome-shaped mosque in Malaysia, this mosque was built based on the Niujie Mosque in Beijing, blending Chinese elements with Islamic architectural styles, reminding people of traditional Chinese temples. In her eyes, this "Beijing Mosque" is not only an important landmark in Kelantan but also an iconic testament to the historical and cultural connection between Malaysia and China.

Click here to view her entry video. 

"I am grateful for the opportunity to join this contest as it allowed me to discover the deep historical ties and cultural intersection between Malaysia and China," she shared.

Yun Xi also mentioned the importance of being multilingual as a host. Being fluent in Malay, English, and Mandarin, she hopes to utilize her language skills to host events that foster closer ties between Malaysia and China, promoting diplomatic, economic, and cultural exchanges.

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