In 2020, after graduating from YPI, Astrid took a new step in her life and joined a Chinese enterprise - PT Conch International Trade Indonesia - as a supply department accountant. In an excellent example of school-enterprise joint training, she has demonstrated the strong capabilities of YPI students. She is loyal to her company, cares about Indonesia's economic and social development, and actively strives to become a practitioner of cultural exchange between China and Indonesia. Whenever she reminisces about the little things she learned in Yangzhou, her eyes sparkle with tears of pride and emotion. Yangzhou is not only the starting point in her pursuit of her dreams, but also the destination and a form of spiritual support.

As Astrid continues to grow in her career, she has gained more opportunities to showcase her talents. In 2023, during the school delegation's visit to Indonesia, she served as a translator and was praised for her outstanding performance. In recognition of her abilities and professional qualities, she was also selected as the first contact person for the Indonesian Conch Alumni Association of Yangzhou Polytechnic Institute. This honor not only reflects her outstanding academic achievements, but also recognizes her contributions to promoting cultural exchange between China and Indonesia.

Astrid loves her work and is dedicated to her job. Her spirit of unity and cooperation with colleagues is commendable. As a representative of international students, she has a deep love for China, Chinese language, and Chinese culture, and is committed to becoming a bridge for cultural exchange between China and Indonesia. She is an outstanding representative of Silk Road talents. Through her own efforts and struggles, she continuously improves her cultural exchange and mutual learning ability, becoming a model for cultural exchange envoys between China and foreign countries.

The story of Astrid tells us that when we pursue our dreams and goals in a down-to-earth way, opportunities and challenges present themselves. She has demonstrated the power of motivation through solid academic and hard work and practical actions. She has demonstrated the vitality and fighting spirit of the younger generation and set an example for other international students.

In the future, Astrid will continue to focus on her job, draw on the strengths of others, promote the concept of inclusiveness, and enhance her cultural exchange and mutual learning abilities. She will continue to contribute her own efforts to promoting cultural exchange and cooperation between China and Indonesia. With her efforts, a new chapter of life will be opened, and the light of dreams will illuminate the way forward.

Astrid is given a prize as an outstanding employee at PT Conch International Trade Indonesia. [Photo provided to english.jsjyt.edu.cn]