Discover the World in Wenzhou First Thematic Talk: A Brief History of South Africa
October 23, 2026
Following the successful launch of the "Discover the World in Wenzhou" cultural Exchange Series on September 25, 2026, the first thematic talk, titled “A Brief History of South Africa,” will feature Natasha Jardine-Binstead, Lecturer of English in the Department of Learning English for Academic Purposes of the College of Liberal Arts. The talk will introduce Wenzhou audiences to South Africa’s history, geography, natural landscapes, and cultural diversity, exploring the interactions among African, European, and Asian communities and the country’s social transformation.
About the Speaker
Natasha Jardine-Binstead is originally from Johannesburg, South Africa. She holds a Master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and has extensive international teaching experience in South Korea, Ghana, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and China. She has worked as a volunteer teacher in Ghana, taught at a women-only university campus in Saudi Arabia, and served as a teacher trainer for the UAE Ministry of Education. She has been teaching in China for the past four years and currently lives in Wenzhou with her family.
About the Series
The “Discover the World in Wenzhou” Cultural Exchange Series is jointly organized by the College of Liberal Arts at Wenzhou-Kean University, Wenzhou-Kean University Library, and Wenzhou Library. The series regularly invites faculty members from China and around the world, representing diverse academic and cultural backgrounds, to introduce audiences to the histories, societies, and cultures of different countries and regions. Through presentations, personal stories, and interactive discussions, the series aims to promote cross-cultural understanding and create an ongoing platform for cultural exchange between the university and the local community.
