[Editor’s note]“Teacher’s kindness is like a mountain, and my love is deep. "On the occasion of the 40th Teacher's Day, we extend our most sincere blessings to the teachers with reverence and gratitude. This year's Teacher's Day, with the theme of "Promoting the Educator's Spirit - 'My Educational Story'", the Law w88 casino has specially planned a series of interviews with the Law w88 casino teachers. Let us get closer to these silently dedicated educators and listen to their educational stories. Feel their wisdom in educating people. May all teachers gain full happiness and respect while working hard. Let us have a deeper understanding of the essence and value core of the educator’s spirit, deeply understand the sacred mission that teachers shoulder in building a powerful country in education, cultivate a great teacher with the spirit of an educator, and continue to participate in the vivid practice of building a powerful country in education with practical actions!
Teacher Profile
边永民, a native of Chifeng, Inner Mongolia, Han nationality, party member, professor, doctoral supervisor, currently deputy dean of the Law w88 casino of the w88 casino, deputy chief judge and judge of the Third Civil Trial Division of the Supreme People's Court. Member of the Sustainable Natural Resources Management Committee of the International Law Association (2015-2019), visiting researcher at the Center for International Sustainable Development Law (Canada), executive director of the Beijing International Law Research Association, and director of the China International Law Society. He has presided over the National Social Science Fund projects such as "Research on Corporate Social Responsibility of Overseas Investment with Chinese Characteristics under the "One Belt and One Road" Initiative" and "International Environmental Treaties Including w88 Measures". Mr. Bian has been teaching at the w88 casino of Law of the w88 casino since March 1994, teaching courses on public international law and environmental law. He has successively served as a lecturer, associate professor, professor, doctoral supervisor, and deputy dean. This year he has been teaching at the w88 casino for 30 years.
After 30 years of teaching, Teacher Bian enjoys a good reputation:
Won the title of w88 casino-level outstanding teacher twice in 2005 and 2011;
Won the Wang Linsheng Teaching Fellowship in 2016;
Evaluated as “Excellent Teaching Model of w88 casino” in 2019;
Evaluated as an Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Manager (Department Director) in 2012;
Won the first prize in the 2022 Beijing “Educating People for the Party, Educating Talents for the Country” 4th Beijing Teachers of Large, Middle and Primary Schools Telling My (Our) Education Stories Exhibition and Exchange Event;
Won the Excellent Undergraduate Teaching Manager in 2023;
The course "International Law" he teaches has been ranked in the top 10% by department in the undergraduate classroom teaching quality evaluation twice, and "Environmental Law" has been ranked in the top 10% by department in the undergraduate classroom teaching quality evaluation three times.
In 2024, which is also Teacher Bian’s 30th year of teaching, she won the first prize of w88 casino’s 7th Excellent Teaching Award and was awarded the title of “Famous Teaching Teacher of the w88 casino”.
A long academic journey: from Chifeng to the world
Teacher Bian Yongmin’s academic journey began in the fertile soil of Chifeng, Inner Mongolia, and moved towards the grand palace of international law. In 1987, she entered China University of Political Science and Law, where her love and pursuit of international law was planted. After that, her footsteps never stopped, from China University of Political Science and Law to w88 casino, to Cambridge University and Georgetown University in the United States. Her academic vision became increasingly international. Her work experience at the International Law Association and the International Center for Sustainable Development Law has made her academic research even more powerful.
Recalling his past learning experiences, Teacher Bian said: “The biggest benefit from diversified learning is to broaden my horizons. "Her academic journey is not only the accumulation of knowledge, but also a deep understanding of the values pursued by different countries and cultures. This understanding allows her to always grasp the pulse of the times and gain insight into the social motivations behind events in her research on international law.
Thirty years of teaching: student-oriented, teaching for ideals
In his thirty-year teaching career, Teacher Bian Yongmin has always adhered to his original intention of education.
She was born in a remote mining area in Inner Mongolia. She has experienced the power of education to change destiny since she was a child. Therefore, she chose the profession of teaching, hoping to help more young people through her efforts. Talking about his educational ideals, Teacher Bian said affectionately: "When children need help when they are young, it would be my honor to help them if I have the opportunity."
In teaching, Teacher Bian focuses on heuristic education, encouraging students to participate in discussions and cultivate critical thinking. She knows that an active classroom is crucial for students to acquire knowledge. Even in the face of the challenges brought by modern technology, she always insists on putting students first, constantly innovating teaching methods, and making knowledge come alive through interaction. In her class, discussions and exchanges between teachers and students are the norm. Her classes are lively and lively, and are deeply loved by students.
In life, Teacher Bian is keen to pass on warmth to more young hearts. She cares about students’ learning, and even more about their lives and emotions: she has rescued students who were depressed, and she has also enlightened students who had conflicts with their parents... She often said: “As teachers, what we have to do is not only teach, but also educate people. "Teacher Bian's teaching and educating people is an encounter between sincerity and sincerity, and a blend of warmth and tenderness.
Li Xiyao, Mr. Bian’s master’s degree graduate this year, recalled: “I am very lucky to be a student of Mr. Bian. As a science student with a non-law background, I know that my legal foundation is not strong enough, and I often have problems with some fundamentals. I didn't know enough about the basic theory, but under Teacher Bian's careful and responsible guidance, I gradually made up for the shortcomings in this area. In addition, Teacher Bian is very concerned about the development of students. Knowing my background in science and engineering and my German ability, she always thinks of me and helps me find a job that suits me. opportunity. During the writing of my master's thesis, because my thesis topic involved emerging fields such as space law, many theories were not yet mature, but Teacher Bian encouraged me to explore in this field and gave me a lot of inspiration and help. Teacher Bian's support made me more confident to face challenges and explore cutting-edge fields. In my heart, Teacher Bian is not only an excellent teacher, but also a mentor who cares about students' development. I will always be grateful for the teacher's care and support and will continue to work hard to live up to his expectations of me."
When the reporter asked about teaching for thirty years, as a senior teacher, what ideas do you want to pass on to young teachers? She pondered for a moment, and then said: Teaching is not only the imparting of knowledge, but also the inheritance of spirit and the shaping of personality. First of all, I hope that young teachers will love this career. Teaching requires a lot of time and energy, and you need to prepare every class carefully and get to know every student. Secondly, we must constantly update our knowledge and integrate the latest legal practice and theoretical research results into our teaching. Finally, we must have a sense of responsibility and not let down the young people who have studied hard for twelve years and are full of hope and ideals. Teacher Bian’s words revealed his deep feelings for education and his ardent expectations for young teachers. Her philosophy is not only a teaching to young teachers, but also an inspiration to all educators. Education requires love, wisdom, and a heart that constantly pursues excellence.
The tip of the pen and the gavel: legal research and judicial practice
Teacher Bian Yongmin’s legal research is always closely integrated with reality. The projects she presided over such as "Research on Corporate Social Responsibility of Overseas Investment with Chinese Characteristics under the "One Belt, One Road" Initiative" not only have high academic value, but also have positive guiding significance for the country's development strategy. During her tenure in the Third Civil Division of the Supreme People's Court, she combined legal theory with judicial practice, used teaching to lead trials, and used trial to promote teaching, building a bridge between academic and practice.
When talking about his insights into judicial practice, Teacher Bian said: "How judges analyze cases and how to balance legal effects and social effects are all knowledge. For example, when dealing with patent rights and technical secrets, marriage gifts, etc., you must understand the social reasons and economics behind the law. Only with economic factors can we apply the law appropriately." Based on this, she also encourages senior students to actively participate in social practice and carry out an internship seriously. She believes: "Internship is not a formality, but a valuable experience that allows students to understand the real legal ecology and learn to think in complex situations."
Conclusion
At the end of the interview, when talking about his message to the students, Teacher Bian’s eyes revealed his ardent expectations for the students: "Students, facing the challenges of the rapidly developing society and artificial intelligence, you must study hard, but you must also use your brains to understand the nature and role of the law. As long as you maintain your love for the law and master the operating logic of the law, you will surely become an excellent legal person!
The story of Teacher Bian Yongmin is a journey of unremitting pursuit of academic truth, a series of student-centered educational practices, and a series of legal explorations that combine theory and practice. She uses her own experience to truly practice the connotation of the "educator spirit" expounded by General Secretary Xi Jinping - taking "educating people for the party and educating talents for the country" as her original mission, and her ambition to "work hard in the education field and strengthen the country with me". Her words and deeds tell us that whether on the academic road or in the field of education, we need a heart that is never satisfied and a spirit that dares to explore. After thirty years of teaching, her story inspires each of us and is the most beautiful interpretation of "learning to be a teacher and acting as a model for the world".
