Huayu: Starting from joining the mainstream entertainment industry in 96

Chapter 81, Section 80: Beijing Film Academy: You have no idea how valuable these awards are.

In the afternoon, Wang Sheng, following the conference schedule, chose to participate in a sub-forum discussion on "Information Technology and Cultural Communication".

He listened to the speeches of many experts, scholars and industry colleagues, and also gave his brief views on topics such as digital storage of film and television content and the possibility of future streaming media dissemination, which aroused the interest of some representatives with technical backgrounds present, and they exchanged business cards.

……

As evening fell, the latest issue of the Beijing Evening News, as usual, was delivered by newspaper vendors to every corner of Beijing, including the living quarters of the Beijing Film Studio.

Soon, explosive news spread throughout the family compound—

"Oh my! Quick, look at the evening paper! Sheng Zi has won a national award!"

"What big award? Let me see... 'China Youth Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Award'? What kind of award is that?"

"Incredible! Only ten people nationwide have received this award! The newspapers said it's a national-level award, recognizing young scientific and technological entrepreneurs!"

The news spread like wildfire throughout every corner of the tenement building.

Wang Sheng's family immediately became the center of attention, with neighbors, familiar factory workers and their families coming to offer their congratulations.

Wang Baoguo and Zhang Xiulan were overwhelmed by the sudden happiness, their faces beaming with joy as they busily offered cigarettes and water to their guests.

Monkey, Da Liu, Xiao Bing, and a group of core brothers rushed to Wang Sheng's house immediately, shouting and yelling around him.

"Brother Sheng! That's awesome! A national award!" Monkey excitedly hugged Wang Sheng tightly.

"I knew Sheng Ge was no ordinary person! This award is so inspiring!"

Surrounded by the crowd, Wang Sheng felt a warm glow in his heart as he looked at the undisguised pride and joy on his parents' faces.

He adopted a nonchalant, expert-like demeanor, smiling as he gestured with his hand: "Alright, alright, calm down. It's just an award, it's not that big of a deal."

"Why not!"

An old master who lived upstairs and watched Wang Sheng grow up said excitedly, "Little Sheng, don't underestimate this award! My son works in a government agency, and he said that this kind of award, which is led by the All-China Youth Federation and recognized by so many ministries, is incredibly valuable. It will be a solid asset for future promotions and job evaluations! You have brought honor to our entire Beijing Film Studio!"

I'm not a formal employee of the Beijing Film Studio...

Wang Sheng was too lazy to explain. In the eyes of many veteran employees of Beijing Film Studio, he was simply a part of the studio.

"That's right!" Everyone echoed, filling the house and the surrounding area with a joyful atmosphere.

Listening to the neighbors' praise and looking at their incredibly successful son, Wang Baoguo and Zhang Xiulan smiled so broadly their wrinkles looked like chrysanthemums.

Zhang Xiulan even secretly wiped the corner of her eye.

She recalled the "Sports Pacesetter" certificate her son received in his senior year of high school. At the time, she thought it was an incredible honor. Who would have thought that just one year later, her son would bring home a national award?

This joy and pride is the greatest comfort for parents.

There was a lot of noise for a while.

The crowd gradually dispersed.

……

The aftershocks of Wang Sheng's award continue.

The following day, August 28th, morning. Shengying Media Dispatch Center.

"Boss, Director Sun from the admissions office of the Beijing Film Academy is here and says he wants to see you."

According to the "Notice on the Enrollment Work of Regular Institutions of Higher Learning in 1996" issued by the State Education Commission in February, there are relevant provisions requiring the strengthening of the institutional construction of enrollment committees and their offices at all levels in various regions, and prohibiting the weakening or even cancellation of enrollment committees and their offices under any pretext.

As the capital city, Beijing is a place where universities naturally dare not slack off.

Director of the Admissions Office at Beijing Film Academy?
Wang Sheng put down the document with some surprise.

He said, "Quickly, please invite Director Sun in."

Li Tingting went to the gatehouse to greet the person.

A short while later, a middle-aged man with glasses, a slightly plump build, and a kind face walked in, led by Li Tingting. He was none other than Director Sun from the Beijing Film Academy's admissions office.

"Director Sun, hello! What brings you here? Please have a seat." Wang Sheng warmly stood up to greet him.

The Beijing Film Academy and the Beijing Film Studio have a close relationship. Many faculty and staff members live in the living quarters of the Beijing Film Studio and are quite familiar with each other.

"Mr. Wang, congratulations! We at Beijing Film Academy were all very proud to hear about your award yesterday!" Director Sun said with a smile as he shook hands with Wang Sheng, his tone very warm.

"Director Sun, you're too kind. I was just lucky," Wang Shengqian said, gesturing for Director Sun to sit down and asking Li Tingting to pour tea.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Director Sun got down to business, saying earnestly, "President Wang, I'm here today on behalf of the school to make a request."

"Director Sun, please go ahead."

"We all know that although you are young, Mr. Wang, you have already achieved remarkable success in film and television practice and market operation. You are a rare talent."

Director Sun first offered a compliment, then said, "However, in the end, our industry still requires systematic theoretical learning and a formal academic background."

"Look, you're outstanding now, but with the prestigious reputation of the Beijing Film Academy, your future development platform and opportunities will definitely be much broader."

Wang Sheng seemed to understand Director Sun's purpose. He didn't interrupt and listened quietly.

Director Sun continued, "Therefore, after careful consideration, the school leadership solemnly hopes that Mr. Wang will take the art exam and the national unified college entrance examination next year, 1997, and apply to our Beijing Film Academy!"
Whether you choose directing, cinematography, or any other major, the choice is yours!
With your practical experience and abilities, passing the art exam will definitely not be a problem. The school will also do its best to help with your academic studies.

Wang Sheng now understood completely.

The "China Youth Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Award" that he received on behalf of the film system has become much more prestigious under the influence of the "Science and Education Revitalizing the Nation" policy!
Of course, this is also directly related to his age. Among the winners this year, he was the only one who could pass the art exam and the college entrance exam in a proper way.

Proper procedures are sometimes very important.

If he can get into the Beijing Film Academy, then this award and all his current achievements can be largely attributed to the Beijing Film Academy's "cultivation" or "powerful attraction of talent," which would be an extremely impressive achievement and propaganda material for the Beijing Film Academy.

For the admissions office under Director Sun's leadership, this is a tangible achievement.

Seeing Wang Sheng hesitate, Director Sun emphasized, "Mr. Wang, you are still young, and you have a long road ahead of you. A systematic academic education can not only solidify your foundation but also expand your network and build a more complete knowledge system."

This is crucial for you to manage larger projects and lead the industry's development in the future.

Besides, think about it, if you become a student at the Beijing Film Academy, wouldn't the academy's resources be even more helpful in your career development?

Director Sun stared longingly at Wang Sheng.

(End of this chapter)