Building friendship, tapping potential and releasing passion - Outward-Bound Training for Class 2015

Outdoor development training is also called experiential training, Outward-Bound Training in English, which originated in the UK during World War II. The original meaning was like a small boat sailed away from the calm harbor, and turned to the unknown journey without hesitation, to meet the challenges and to overcome the difficulties. Today, Outward-Bound Training refers to a variety of activities that are based on the natural environment and are of a nature of adventure or expedition. Through these activities, the potential of the participants can be effectively developed, the individual's psychological quality can be enhanced and strengthened, the team spirit can be stimulated, and the group can be more harmoniously coordinated. Learn to appreciate, pay attention to and care for nature.

In order to cultivate students' spirit of challenge and good teamwork ability when facing the difficulties in the future career development, the Career Planning Department organized this Outward-Bound Training in Shanghai Gongqing Forest Park for all the year 2015 students on May 11th. Through the team rebuilding, inspiring, passionate applause, hand-picked ball, challenge No.1 and other projects, the students came to understand the role and responsibility of each member of a group, and enhance the sense of responsibility and honor of the team. At the same time, let students know their potential, enhance their self-confidence, overcome psychological inertia, hone their perseverance in overcoming difficulties, and effectively enhance the understanding and communication among team members.

Outward-Bound Training is one of the professional ability and development planning training programs provided by the College Career Planning Department for students. In the speech session before the end of the event, many students expressed their feelings: Outward-Bound Training was very meaningful. While enjoying the happiness brought by the activities, we experienced the team consciousness that needs mutual trust and mutual cooperation. Through the activities, we have a new understanding and improvement of the team spirit. In meantime, we have a very positive education and help for establishing a correct career outlook and attitude for life in the future!