Former Trier University President Explores Media and Time in Engaging Lecture at Wenzao

Professor Michael Jäckel, former president of Trier University in Germany, delivered a special lecture titled “Medien und Zeit: Geduld und Ungeduld” (“Media and Time: Patience and Impatience”), exploring how the contemporary media landscape influences our perception of time.

The lecture featured simultaneous Chinese interpretation by Professor Christian Richter of Wenzao’s Department of German, enabling students to fully grasp the content in real time. The topic resonated strongly with the everyday experiences of today’s youth, sparking enthusiastic interaction throughout the session. The audience responded with frequent laughter and applause, leaving the event both inspired and enriched.