米歇尔 · 奥巴马北大演讲实录(中英对照)

米歇尔演讲中英稿米歇尔北大演讲英文稿:米歇尔.奥巴马成都七中演讲稿(中英文双语全文)米歇尔.奥巴马成都七中演讲全文（中英双语）25日上午10时50分，成都七中艺术楼音乐厅，在持续20秒的热烈掌声后，美国总统奥巴马夫人米歇尔发表此次访华期间的第二场演讲。

她用刚学不久的中文“你好”和“谢谢”作为开场白和结束语，并以讲故事的方式，与成都中学生分享自己的求学经历，强调教育对年轻人的重要性。

Remarks by the First Lady at Number Seven SchoolChengdu, ChinaMarch 25, 2014Ni hao. It is truly a pleasure to be here at the Number Seven School. Thankyou so much for your warm e.Now, before I get started, on behalf of myself and my husband, I want to say that ourhearts go out to all those with loved ones on Malaysia Airlines Flight 370. As I saidthis past weekend when I spoke at Peking University, we are very much keeping all ofthem in our thoughts and our prayers at this tremendously difficulttime.So now, let me start by thanking your Principal, Principal Liu, and your classmate,Ju Chao, for that wonderful introduction. Your English, Ju Chao, is excellent, andyou should be very proud. Thank you so much. (Applause.) And I want to thankall of the students here today, both those of you here in person and those of youjoining remotely from across the region. I’m thrilled to be visiting your wonderfulschool.Now, in preparation for this visit, before I left the U.S. I visited the Yu Ying School.It’s a public school near the White House in Washington, D.C., and all of the studentsat this school study Chinese. And I met with the sixth-grade class, kids who are 11and 12 years old. They had recently taken a trip here to China, and they werebursting with excitement. They were eager to tell me about everything about whatthey had seen.But they admitted that before their trip, they had all kinds of misconceptions aboutChina. They thought they would see palaces and temples everywhere they went, butinstead they found massive ci ties filled with skyscrapers. They weren’t sure thatthey’d like the food here in China, but they actually loved it, and they learned how touse chopsticks. And in the end, one of the students told me –- and this is his quote__ he said, “Comin g home was really exciting, but was at the same time sad.”Now, meeting these students reminded me that when we live so far away fromeach other, it’s easy to develop all kinds of misconceptions and stereotypes. It’seasy to focus on our differences –- how we speak different languages and eatdifferent foods and observe different traditions. But as I travel the world, and I meetyoung people from so many countries, I’m always struck by howmuch more we havein mon. And that’s been pa rticularly true during my visit here in China.You see, the truth is that I grew up like many of you. My mom, my dad, mybrother and I, we lived in a tiny apartment in Chicago, which is one of the largestcities in America. My father worked at the local water plant. And we didn’t havemuch money, but our little home was bursting with love. Every evening, my familywould laugh and share stories over dinner. We’d play card games and have fun forhours. And on summer nights, I remember, when our apartment got too hot, we’dall sleep outside on our back porch.Family meant everything to us, including our extended family. My grandparentslived nearby, and my elderly great aunt and uncle lived in the apartment downstairsfrom us. And when their health started to decline my parents stepped in, helping myuncle shave and dress each morning, dashing downstairs in themiddle of the night tocheck on my aunt.So in my family, like in so many of your families, we took care of each other.And while we certainly weren’t rich, my parents had big dreams for me and mybrother. They had only a high school education themselves, but they weredetermined to send us both to universities._2015米歇尔演讲中英稿。

Hello, Chicago!If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.It's the answer told by lines that stretched around schools and churches in numbers this nation has never seen; by people who waited three hours and four hours, many for the very first time in their lives, because they believed that this time must be different; that their voice could be that difference.It's the answer spoken by young and old, rich and poor, Democrat and Republican, black, white, Latino, Asian, Native American, gay, straight, disabled and not disabled — Americans who sent a message to the world that we have never been a collection of red states and blue states; we are, and always will be, the United States of America.It's the answer that led those who have been told for so long by so many to be cynical, and fearful, and doubtful of what we can achieve to put their hands on the arc of history and bend it once more toward the hope of a better day.It's been a long time coming, but tonight, because of what we did on this day, in this election, at this defining moment, change has come to America.I just received a very gracious call from Sen. McCain. He fought longand hard in this campaign, and he's fought even longer and harder for the country he loves. He has endured sacrifices for America that most of us cannot begin to imagine, and we are better off for the service rendered by this brave and selfless leader. I congratulate him and Gov. Palin for all they have achieved, and I look forward to working with them to renew this nation's promise in the months ahead.I want to thank my partner in this journey, a man who campaigned from his heart and spoke for the men and women he grew up with on the streets of Scranton and rode with on that train home to Delaware, the vice-president-elect of the United States, Joe Biden.I would not be standing here tonight without the unyielding support of my best friend for the last 16 years, the rock of our family and the love of my life, our nation's next first lady, Michelle Obama. Sasha and Malia, I love you both so much, and you have earned the new puppy that's coming with us to the White House. And while she's no longer with us, I know my grandmother is watching, along with the family that made me who I am. I miss them tonight, and know that my debt to them is beyond measure.To my campaign manager, David Plouffe; my chief strategist, David Axelrod; and the best campaign team ever assembled in the history of politics — you made this happen, and I am forever grateful for what you've sacrificed to get it done.But above all, I will never forget who this victory truly belongs to — it belongs to you.I was never the likeliest candidate for this office. We didn't start with much money or many endorsements. Our campaign was not hatched in the halls of Washington — it began in the backyards of Des Moines and the living rooms of Concord and the front porches of Charleston.It was built by working men and women who dug into what little savings they had to give $5 and $10 and $20 to this cause. It grew strength from the young people who rejected the myth of their generation's apathy; who left their homes and their families for jobs that offered little pay and less sleep; from the not-so-young people who braved the bitter cold and scorching heat to knock on the doors of perfect strangers; from the millions of Americans who volunteered and organized, and proved that more than two centuries later, a government of the people, by the people and for the people has not perished from this earth. This is your victory.I know you didn't do this just to win an election, and I know you didn't do it for me. You did it because you understand the enormity of the task that lies ahead. For even as we celebrate tonight, we know the challenges that tomorrow will bring are the greatest of our lifetime — two wars, a planet in peril, the worst financial crisis in a century. Even as we stand here tonight, we know there are brave Americans waking up in the deserts of Iraq and the mountains of Afghanistan to risk their lives for us. There are mothers and fathers who will lie awake after their children fall asleep and wonder how they'll make the mortgage, or pay their doctor'sbills, or save enough for college. There is new energy to harness and new jobs to be created; new schools to build and threats to meet and alliances to repair.The road ahead will be long. Our climb will be steep. We may not get there in one year, or even one term, but America — I have never been more hopeful than I am tonight that we will get there. I promise you: We as a people will get there.There will be setbacks and false starts. There are many who won't agree with every decision or policy I make as president, and we know that government can't solve every problem. But I will always be honest with you about the challenges we face. I will listen to you, especially when we disagree. And, above all, I will ask you join in the work of remaking this nation the only way it's been done in America for 221 years — block by block, brick by brick, callused hand by callused hand.What began 21 months ago in the depths of winter must not end on this autumn night. This victory alone is not the change we seek — it is only the chance for us to make that change. And that cannot happen if we go back to the way things were. It cannot happen without you.So let us summon a new spirit of patriotism; of service and responsibility where each of us resolves to pitch in and work harder and look after not only ourselves, but each other. Let us remember that if this financial crisis taught us anything, it's that we cannot have a thriving Wall Street while Main Street suffers. In this country, we riseor fall as one nation — as one people.Let us resist the temptation to fall back on the same partisanship and pettiness and immaturity that has poisoned our politics for so long. Let us remember that it was a man from this state who first carried the banner of the Republican Party to the White House — a party founded on the values of self-reliance, individual liberty and national unity. Those are values we all share, and while the Democratic Party has won a great victory tonight, we do so with a measure of humility and determination to heal the divides that have held back our progress.As Lincoln said to a nation far more divided than ours, "We are not enemies, but friends... Though passion may have strained, it must not break our bonds of affection." And, to those Americans whose support I have yet to earn, I may not have won your vote, but I hear your voices, I need your help, and I will be your president, too.And to all those watching tonight from beyond our shores, from parliaments and palaces to those who are huddled around radios in the forgotten corners of our world — our stories are singular, but our destiny is shared, and a new dawn of American leadership is at hand. To those who would tear this world down: We will defeat you. To those who seek peace and security: We support you. And to all those who have wondered if America's beacon still burns as bright: Tonight, we proved once more that the true strength of our nation comes not from the might of our arms or the scale of our wealth, but from the enduring power of our ideals:democracy, liberty, opportunity and unyielding hope.For that is the true genius of America — that America can change. Our union can be perfected. And what we have already achieved gives us hope for what we can and must achieve tomorrow.This election had many firsts and many stories that will be told for generations. But one that's on my mind tonight is about a woman who cast her ballot in Atlanta. She's a lot like the millions of others who stood in line to make their voice heard in this election, except for one thing: Ann Nixon Cooper is 106 years old.She was born just a generation past slavery; a time when there were no cars on the road or planes in the sky; when someone like her couldn't vote for two reasons — because she was a woman and because of the color of her skin.And tonight, I think about all that she's seen throughout her century in America — the heartache and the hope; the struggle and the progress; the times we were told that we can't and the people who pressed on with that American creed: Yes, we can.At a time when women's voices were silenced and their hopes dismissed, she lived to see them stand up and speak out and reach for the ballot. Yes, we can.When there was despair in the Dust Bowl and depression across the land, she saw a nation conquer fear itself with a New Deal, new jobs and a new sense of common purpose. Yes, we can.When the bombs fell on our harbor and tyranny threatened the world, she was there to witness a generation rise to greatness and a democracy was saved. Yes, we can.She was there for the buses in Montgomery, the hoses in Birmingham, a bridge in Selma and a preacher from Atlanta who told a people that "We Shall Overcome." Yes, we can.A man touched down on the moon, a wall came down in Berlin, a world was connected by our own science and imagination. And this year, in this election, she touched her finger to a screen and cast her vote, because after 106 years in America, through the best of times and the darkest of hours, she knows how America can change. Yes, we can.America, we have come so far. We have seen so much. But there is so much more to do. So tonight, let us ask ourselves: If our children should live to see the next century; if my daughters should be so lucky to live as long as Ann Nixon Cooper, what change will they see? What progress will we have made?This is our chance to answer that call. This is our moment. This is our time — to put our people back to work and open doors of opportunity for our kids; to restore prosperity and promote the cause of peace; to reclaim the American Dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth that out of many, we are one; that while we breathe, we hope, and where we are met with cynicism, and doubt, and those who tell us that we can't, we willrespond with that timeless creed that sums up the spirit of a people: Yes, we can.Thank you, God bless you, and may God bless the United States of America.Hello, Chicago! 芝加哥，你好！If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.如果有人怀疑美国是个一切皆有可能的地方，怀疑美国奠基者的梦想在我们这个时代依然燃烧，怀疑我们民主的力量，那么今晚这些疑问都有了答案。

米歇尔·奥巴马在北京大学演讲Ni hao. It is such a pleasure and an honor to be here with all of you at this great university…Thank you so much for having me.And before I get started today, on behalf of myself and my husband, I just want to say a few very brief words above Malaysia Airline Flight 370.As my husband has said, the United States is offering as many resources as possible to assist in the search.And please know that we are keeping all the families and loved ones of those on this flight in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.And with that, I want to start by recognizing our news Ambassador to China Ambassador Baucus…President Wang…Chairman Zhu…Vice President Li. Director Cueller, Professor Oi and the Stanford center…President Sexton from New Y ork University which has an excellent study abroad program in Shanghai…and John Thorton, Director of the Global Leadership Program at Tsinghua University…thank you all so much for joining us.And most of all, I want to thank all of the student for being he re today…and I particularly want to thank Eric Schafer and Zhu Xuanbao for that extraordinary English and Chinese introduction.That was such a powerful symbol of everything I want to talk with you about today.You see, by learning each other s languages - and by showing such curiosity and respect for each other s cultures - Mr. Schafer and Ms. Zhu and all of you are building bridges of understanding that lead to so much more.And I’m here today because I know that our future depends on connections like these among your people like you across the globe.That’s why when my husband and I travel abroad, we don't just visit palaces and parliament and meet with heads of state.We also come to schools like this one to meet with students like you.Because we believe that relationships between nations are not just about relationship between governments or leaders…they re about relationships between people, particularly our young people.So we view study abroad programs not just as an educational opportunity f or stud ents…but also as a vital part of America s foreign policy.You see, through the wonders of modern technology, our world is more connected than ever before.Ideas can cross ocean with the click of a button.Companies can do business and complete with companies across the globe.And we can text, email and skype(网络电话) with people on every continent.So studying abroad isn’t just a fun way to spend a semester-it’s quickly becoming the key to success in our global economy.Because getting ahead in today’s workplaces isn’t just about getting good grades or test scores in school…it s also about having real experience with the world beyond your borders - experience with languages, cultures and societies very different from your own.Or, as the Chinese saying goes: “It is better to travel ten thousand miles than to read ten thousand books.”But let’s be clear, studying abroad is about so much more than improving your own future - it s also about shaping the future of your countries and of the world we all share.Because when it comes to the defining challenges of our time - whether it s climate change, or economic opportunity, or the spread of nuclear weapons...these are shared challenges.No one country can confront them alone...the only way forward is together.That’s why it’s so important for young people like you to live and study in each other s countries.Because that s how you develop that habit of cooperation - you do it by improving yourself in someone s culture…by learning each other s stories…and by getting p ast the stereotypes and misconceptions that too often divide us.That’s how you come to understand how much we all share.And that’s how you realize that we all have a stake in each other’s success - that cures discovered here in Beijing could save lives i n America…the clean energy technologies from Silicon Valley in California could improve the environment here in China…that the architecture of an ancient temple in Xi an could inspire the design of new buildings in Dallas or Detroit.And that’s when the connections you make as classmates or labmates can blossom into something more.That’s what happened when Abigail Coplin became an American Fulbright Scholar here at Peking University.She and her colleagues published papers together in top science journals…and they both research partnerships that lasted long after they returned to their home countries.Professor Niu Ke from Peking University was Fulbright Scholar in the U. S. last year…and he reported, and I quote, “the most memorable experience were with my American friends.”These lasting bonds represent the true value of studying abroad…and I am thrilled that more and more students are getting this opportunity.China is currently the fifth most popular destination for Americans studying abroad.And today, the highest number of exchange students in the U.S. is from China.But still, too many students never have this chance…and some that do are hesitant to take it.They may feel like study abroad is only for wealthy students, or students from certain kinds of universities.Or they may think to themselves: “Well, that sounds fun, but how will it really be useful in my life?”I understand where these young people are coming from, because I felt the same way when I was in college.You see, I came from a working c lass family… and it never even occurred to me to study abroad.My parent didn’t get to attend college, and I was focused on getting into a university and earning my degree so I could get a job and support myself.And for a lot of young people like me who are struggling to afford a regular semester of school paying for plane tickets or living expense ha lfway around the world just isn’t possible.And that’s not acceptabl e, because study abroad shouldn’t just for student from certain backgrounds.Our hope is to build connections between people of all races and socioeconomic backgrounds because it is that diversity that makes our country so vibrant and strong…and our study abroad programs should reflect the true spirit of America to the world.That’s why, when my husband visited China back in 2009, he announced our 100,000 Strong initiative to increase the number and diversity of American students studying in China.And this year, as we mark the thirty-fifth anniversary of the normalization of relations between our countries…the U.S. Government actually supports more American students in China than in any other country in the world.We’re sending high school, colleges and graduate students here to study Chinese…we re inviting teachers from China to teach Mandarin in American schools...we re providing free online advising fro students in China who want to study in the U.S…and the U.S.-China Fulbright program is still going strong with more than 3,000 alumni.The private sector is stepping up as well.For example, Steve Schwarzman, the head of an American company called Blackstone, is funding a new program at Tsinghua University modeled on the Rhodes Scholarship.And today, students from all kinds of backgrounds are studying here in China.Take the example of Royale Nicholson from Cleveland, Ohiowho attends New York University’s program in Shanghai.Like me, Royale is a first generation college student…and her mother worked two fulltime jobs while her father worked nights to support their family. Of her experience in Sh anghai, she said, “This city oozes persistence and inspires me to accomplish all that I can.”And then there’s Philmon Haile from the University of Washington whose family came to the U.S. as refugee from Eritrea when he was a child.Of his experience studying in China, he said, “study abroad is a powerful vehicle for people-to-people exchange as we move into a new era of citizen diplomacy.”“a new era of citizen diplomacy ”- I couldn’t have said it better myself, because that s really what I m talking about...I m talking about ordinary citizen reaching out to the world.And as I always tell young people back in America, you don t need to get on a plane to by a citizen diplomacy.I tell them that if you have an internet in your home, school, or library, within seconds, you can be transported anywhere in the world and meet people on every continent.That’s why I’m posting a daily travel blog with videos and photos of my experiences in china - because I want young people in America to be part of this visit.Tha t’s really the power of technology - how it can open up the entire world and expose us to ideas and innovations we never could have imagined.And that’s why it is so important for information and ideas to flow freely over the internet and through the media.Because that’s how we discover the t ruth...that s how we learn what’s really happening in our communities, our country and our world.And that’s how we decide which values and ideas we think are best - by questioning and debating them vigorously…by liste ning to all sides of every argument...and by judging for ourselves.And believe me, I know this can be a messy and frustrating process.My husband and I are on the receiving and of plenty of questioning and criticizing from our media and our fellow citizens...and it s not always easy...but we wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world.Because time and again, we have seen that countries are stronger and more prosperous when the voices and opinions of all their citizens can be heard.And as my husband said, we respect the uniqueness of other cultures and societies.But when it comes to expressing yourself freely, and worshipping as your choose, and having open access to information we believe those are universal rights that are the birthright of every person on this planet.We believe that all people deserve the opportunity to fulfill their highest potential as I was able to do in the United States.And as you learn about new cultures and form new friendships during your time here in China and in the United States, all of you are the living, breathing embodiment of those values.So I guarantee you that in studying abroad, you re not just changing your own life…you re changing the lives of everyone you meet.As the great American President John F. Kennedy once said about foreign students studying in the U.S., “I think they teach more than they learn.”And that is just as true of young Americans who study abroad.All of you are America’s best face, and China s best face, to the world.Every day, you show the world your countries energy, creativity, optimism and unwavering belief in the future. And every day, you remind us of just how much we can achieve if we reach across borders…and learn to see ourselves in each other…and confront our shared challenges with shared resolve.So I hope you will keep seeking these kinds of experiences. And I hope you’ll keep teaching each other…and learning from each other…and building bonds of friendship that will enrich your lives and enrich our world for decades to come.You all have so much to offer, and I cannot wait to see all that you achieve together in the years ahead.Thank you so much. Xie Xie.。

完美精华版奥巴马演讲中英文对照Ladies and gentlemen,Today, I stand before you as the President of the United States, humbled by the trust you have placed in me and grateful for the opportunity to address you all. The challenges we face are great, but together, we can overcome them and build a brighter future for our nation and the world.女士们先生们，今天，作为美国总统，我站在你们面前，对你们对我的信任感到谦卑，感激有机会向你们全体发表讲话。

我们面临的挑战艰巨，但是我们可以共同克服它们，为我们的国家和世界建设一个更加光明的未来。

As I look back on the past eight years, I am proud of what we have accomplished. We have overcome economic recession, expanded healthcare coverage, and made progress in areas such as climate change and marriage equality. But there is still work to be done.回顾过去的八年，我为我们所取得的成就感到自豪。

我们克服了经济衰退，扩大了医疗保障范围，在气候变化和婚姻平等等领域取得了进展。

但是还有工作要做。

In the years ahead, we must continue to strive for progress and upholdthe values that make our nation strong. We must invest in education, support innovation and entrepreneurship, and ensure that every citizen has the opportunity to succeed. Together, we can build an inclusive and prosperous society.在未来的岁月里，我们必须继续努力进取，坚守使我们国家强大的价值观。

米歇尔·奥巴马北大演讲实录（中英对照）Ni-Hao. It is such a pleasure and an honorto be here with all of you at this great university. Thank you so much forhaving me.你好，能够在这所伟大的大学里与你们大家在一起，真是莫大的荣幸，非常感谢你们的邀请。

And before I get started today, on behalfof myself and my husband, I just want to say a few very brief words aboutMalaysian Airlines Flight370.As my husband has said, the United States isoffering as many resources as possible to assist in the search. And please knowthat we are keeping all the families and loved ones of those on this flight inour thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.在开始今天的讲话之前，我想代表我自己和我丈夫就马来西亚航空公司370航班简短地说几句。

如我丈夫所说，美国正提供尽可能多的资源协助搜寻工作。

请相信，在这个非常艰难的时刻，我们的心和航班上人员的家属和亲人在一起，我们为他们祈祷。

And I’m here today because I know that ourfuture depends on connections like these among young people like you across theglobe. That’s why when my husband and I travel abroad, we don’t just visitpalaces and parliaments and meet with heads pf state. We also come to schoolslike this one to meet with students like you. Because we believe thatrelationships between nations aren’t just about relationships betweengovernment or leaders…they’re about relationships between people, particularlyour young people. So we view study abroad programs not just as an educationalopportunity for students…but also as a vital part of America’s foreign policy.You see, through the wonders of modern technology, our world is more connectedthan ever before.我今天来到这里是因为我知道，我们的未来取决于全球像你们这样的年轻人间的联系。

米歇尔北大演讲稿英文Ni-Hao. It is such a pleasure and an honor to be here with all of you at this great university...thank you so much for having me.And before I get started today, on behalf of myself and my husband, I just want to say a few very brief words about Malaysian Airlines Flight 370.As my husband has said, the United States is offering as many resources as possible to assist in the search.And please know that we are keeping all the families and loved ones of those on this flight in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.And with that, I want to start by recognizing our new Ambassador to China, Ambassador Baucus...President Wang...Chairman Zhu...Vice President Li...Director Cueller, Professor Oi and the Stanford Center...President Sexton from New York University which has an excellent study abroad program in Shanghai... and John Thornton, Director of the Global Leadership Program at Tsinghua University.. .thank you all so much for joining us.And most of all, I want to thank all of the students for being here today. ..and I particularly want to thank Eric Schafer and Zhu Xuanhao for that extraordinary English and Chinese introduction.That was such a powerful symbol of everything I want to talk with you about today.You see, by learning each other's languages - and by showing such curiosity and respect for each other's cultures - Mr. Schafer and Ms. Zhu and all of you are building bridges of understanding that lead to so much more.And I'm here today because I know that our future depends on connections like these among oeoole like you across the globe.We also come to schools like this one to meet with students like you.Because we believe that relationships between nations aren't just about relationships between governments or leaders...they're about relationships between people, particularly our young people.That's why when my husband and I travel abroad, we don't just visit palaces and parliaments and meet with heads of state.We also come to schools like this one to meet with students like you.Because we believe that relationships between nations aren't just about relationships between governments or leaders...they're about relationships between people, particularly our young people.So we view study abroad programs not just as an educational opportunity for students... but also as a vital part of America's foreign policy.You see, through the wonders of modern technology, our world is more connected than ever before. Ideas can cross oceans with the click of a button.Companies can do business and compete with companies across the globe. And we can text, email and skype with people on every continent.So studying abroad isn't just a fun way to spend a semester 一 it's quickly becoming the key to success in our global economy.Because getting ahead in today's workplaces isn't just about getting good grades or test scores in school...it's also about having real experience with the world beyond your borders -experience with languages, cultures and societies very different from your own.Or, as the Chinese saying goes: "It is better to travel ten thousand miles than to read ten thousand books.”But let's be clear, studying abroad is about so much more than improving your own future - it's also about shaping the future of your countries and of the world we all share.Because when it comes to the defining challenges of our time - whether it's climate change, or economic opportunity, or the spread of nuclear weapons... these are shared challenges.No one country can confront them alone.. .the only way forward...That’s why it's so important for young people like you to live and study in each other's countries.Because that’s how you develop that habit of cooperation 一 you do it by immersing yourself in someone else's culture...by learning each other's stories…and by getting past the stereotypes and misconceptions that too often divide us.That's how you come to understand how much we all share.And that's how you realize that we all have a stake in each other's success - that cures discovered here in Beijing could save lives in America. • .that clean energy technologies from Silicon Valley in California could improve the environment here in China...that the architecture of an ancient temple in Xi'an could inspire the design of new buildings in Dallas or DetroitAnd that's when the connections you make as classmates or labmates can blossom into something more.That's what happened when Abigail Coplin became an American Fulbright Scholar here at Peking University.She and her colleagues published papers together in top science journals.. .and they built research partnerships that lasted long after they returned to their home countries.Professor Niu Ke from Peking University was a Fulbright Scholar in the U.S. last year...and he reported, and I quote, ‘The most memorable experiences were with my American friends."These lasting bonds represent the true value of studying abroad. ..and I am thrilled that more and more students are getting this opportunity.China is currently the fifth most popular destination for Americans studying abroad.And today, the highest number of exchange students in the U.S. are from China.But still, too many students never have this chance. • .and some that do are hesitant to take it.They may feel like study abroad is only for wealthy students, or students from certain kinds of universities.Or they may think to themselves, “Well, tha t sounds fun, but how will it really be useful in my life?"I understand where these young people are coming from, because I felt the same way back when I was in college.You see, I came from a working class family.. .and it never even ocurried to me to study abroad.My parents didn't get to attend college, arid I was focused on getting into a university and earning my degree so I could get a job and support myself.And for a lot of young people like me who are struggling to afford a regular semester of school, paying for plane tickets or living expenses halfway around the world just isn't possible.And that's not acceptable, because study abroad shouldn't just be for students from certain backgrounds.Our hope is to build connections between people of all races and socioeconomic backgrounds, because it is that diversity that makes our country so vibrant and strong...and our study abroad programs should reflect the true spirit of America to the world.That's why, when my husband visited China back in 2009，he announced our 100,000 Strong initiative to increase the number and diversity of American students studying in China.And this year, as we mark the thirty-fifth anniversary of the normalization of relations between our countries. • .the U.S. Governmen t actually supports more American students in China than in any other country in the world.We're sending high school, college and graduate students here to study Chinese. • .we're inviting teachers from China to teach Mandarin in American schools...we're providing free online advising for students in China who want to study in the U.S.. .and the U.S.-China Fuibright program is still going strong with more than 3,000 alumni.The private sector is stepping up as well.For example, Steve Schwarzman, the head of an American company called Blackstone, is funding a new program at Tsinghua University modeled on the Rhodes Scholarship.And today, students from all kinds of backgrounds are studying here in China.Take the example of Royale Nicholson from Cleveland, Ohio who attends New York University's program in Shanghai.Like me, Royale is a first generation college student. • .and her mother worked two full time jobs while her father worked nights to support their family.Of her experience in Shanghai, she said, ‘This city oozes persistence and inspires me to accomplish all that I can."And then there's Philmon Haile from the University of Washington whose family came to the U.S. as refugees from Eritrea when he was a child.Of his experience studying in China, he said, "Study abroad is a powerful vehicle for people-to-people exchange as we impro ve into a new era of citizen diplomacy.”“A new era of citizen diplomacy”一 I couldn't have said it better myself, because that's really what I'm talking about. • .Pm talking about ordinary citizens reaching out to the world.And as I always tell young people back in America, you don't need to get on a plane to be a citizen diplomat.I tell them that if you have an internet connection in your home, school, or library, within seconds, you can be transported anywhere in the world and meet people on every continent.That's why I'm posting a daily travel blog with videos and photos of my experiences in China 一 because I want young people in America to be part of this visitThat's really the power of technology 一 how it can open up the entire world and expose us to ideas and innovations we never could have imagined.And that's why it is so important for information and ideas to flow freely over the internet and through the media.Because that's how we discover the truth. that's how we learn what's really happening in our communities, our country and our world.And that's how we decide which values and ideas we think are best 一 by questioning and debating them vigorously... by listening to all sides of every argument. • .and by judging for ourselves.And believe me, I know this can be a messy and frustrating process.My husband and I are on the receiving end of plenty of questioning and criticism from our media and our fellow citizens.. .and it's not always easy.. .but we wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.Because time and again, we have seen that countries are stronger and more prosperous when the voices and opinions of all their citizens can be heard.And as my husband has said, we respect the uniqueness of other cultures and societies.But when it comes to expressing yourself freely, and worshipping as you choose，and having open access to information - we believe those are universal rights that are the birthright of every person on this planet.We believe that all people deserve the opportunity to fulfill their highest potential as 1 was able to do in the United States.And as you learn about new cultures and form new friendships during your time here in China and in the United States, all of you are the living, breathing embodiment of those values.So I guarantee you that in studying abroad’ you're not just changing your own life...you're changing the lives of everyone you meet.As the great American President John F. Kennedy once said about foreign students studying in the U.S., “I think they teach more than they learn."And that is just as true of young Americans who study abroad.All of you are America's best face, and China's best face, to the world.Every day, you show the world your countries，energy, creativity, optimism and unwavering belief in the future.And every day, you remind us of just how much we can achieve if we reach across borders. ..and learn to see ourselves in each other...and confront our shared challenges with shared resolve.So I hope you all will keep seeking these kinds of experiences.And I hope you'll keep teaching each other...and learning from each other...and building bonds of friendship that will enrich your lives and enrich our world for decades to come.You all have so much to offer, and I cannot wait to see all that you achieve together in the years ahead.Thank you so much. Xie-Xie.。

米歇尔奥巴马北大演讲稿Ni-Hao. It is such a pleasure and an honor to be here with all of you at this great university...thank you so much for having me.And before I get started today, on behalf of myself and my husband, I just want to say a few very brief words about Malaysian Airlines Flight 370.As my husband has said, the United States is offering as many resources as possible to assist in the search.And please know that we are keeping all the families and loved ones of those on this flight in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.And with that, I want to start by recognizing our new Ambassador to China, Ambassador Because...President Wang...Chairman Zhu...Vice President Li...Director Cueller, Professor Oi and the Stanford Center...President Se*ton from New York University which has an e*cellent study abroad program in Shanghai... and John Thornton, Director of the Global Leadership Program at Tsinghua University.. .thank you all so much for joining us.And most of all, I want to thank all of the students for being here today. ..and I particularly want to thank Eric Schaferand Zhu *uanhao for that e*traordinary English and Chinese introduction.That was such a powerful symbol of everything I want to talk with you about today.You see, by learning each other's languages - and by showing such curiosity and respect for each other's cultures - Mr. Schafer and Ms. Zhu and all of you are building bridges of understanding that lead to so much more.And I'm here today because I know that our future depends on connections like these among oeoole like you across the globe. We also e to schools like this one to meet with students like you.Because we believe that relationships between nations aren't just about relationships betweenThat's why when my husband and I travel abroad,we don't just visit palaces and parliaments and meet with heads of state. We also e to schools like this one to meet wiht students like you.Because we believe that relationships between nations aren't just about relationships between governments or leaders...they're about relationships between people, particularly our young people.So we view study abroad programs not just as an educational opportunity for students... but also as a vital part of America's foreign policy.You see, through the wonders of modern technology, our world is more connected than ever before.Ideas can cross oceans with the click of a button.panies can do business and pete with panies across the globe. And we can te*t, email and skype with people on every continent. So studying abroad isn't just a fun way to spend a semester 一 it's quickly being the key to success in our global economy. Because getting ahead in today's workplaces isn't just about getting good grades or test scores in school...it's also about having real e*perience with the world beyond your borders-e*perience with languages, cultures and societies very different from your own.Or, as the Chinese saying goes: "It is better to travel ten thousand miles than to read ten thousand books.〞But let's be clear, studying abroad is about so much more than improving your own future - it's also about shaping the future of your countries and of the world we all share.Because when it es to the defining challenges of our time - whether it's climate change, or economic opportunity, or thespread of nuclear weapons... these are shared challenges. No one country can confront them alone.. .the only way forward...That’s why it's so important for young people like you to live and study in each other's countries.Because that’s how you develop that habit of cooperation一 you do it by immersing yourself in someone else's culture...by learning each other's stories…and by getting past the stereotypes and misconceptions that too often divide us.That's how you e to understand how much we all share.And that's how you realize that we all have a stake in each other's success - that cures discovered here in Beijing could save lives in America. • .that clean energy technologies from Silicon Valley in California could improve the environment here in China...that the architecture of an ancient temple in *i'an could inspire the design of new buildings in Dallas or DetroitAnd that's when the connections you make as classmates or labmates can blossom into something more.That's what happened when Abigail Coplin became an American Fulbright Scholar here at Peking University.She and her colleagues published papers together in top science journals.. .and they built research partnerships that lasted long after they returned to their home countries.Professor Niu Ke from Peking University was a Fulbright Scholar in the U.S. last year...and he reported, and I quote, ‘The most memorable e*periences were with my American friends." These lasting bonds represent the true value of studying abroad. ..and I am thrilled that more and more students are getting this opportunity.China is currently the fifth most popular destination for Americans studying abroad.And today, the highest number of e*change students in the U.S. are from China.But still, to o many students never have this chance. • .and some that do are hesitant to take it.They may feel like study abroad is only for wealthy students, or students from certain kinds of universities.Or they may think to themselves, "Well, that sounds fun, but how will it really be useful in my life""I understand where these young people are ing from, because I felt the same way back when I was in college.You see, I came from a working class family.. .and it never even oecurried to me to study abroad.My parents didn't get to attend college, arid I was focused on getting into a university and earning my degree so I could get a job and support myself.And for a lot of young people like me who are struggling to afford a regular semester of school, paying for plane tickets or living e*penses halfway around the world just isn't possible.And that's not acceptable, because study abroad shouldn't just be for students from certain backgrounds.Our hope is to build conaections between people of all races and socioeconomic backgrounds, because it is that diversity that makes our country so vibrant and strong...and our study abroad programs should reflect the true spirit of America to the world.That's why, when my husband visited China back in 2009，he announced our 100,000 Strong initiative to increase the number and diversity of American students studying in China.And this year, as we mark the thirty-fifth anniversary of the normalization of relations between our countries. • .the U.S. Government actually supports more American students in Chinathan in any other country in the world.We're sending high school, college and graduate students here to study Chinese. • .we're inviting teachers from China to teach Mandarin in American schools...we're providing free online advising for students in China who want to study in the U.S.. .and the U.S.-China Fuibright program is still going strong with more than 3,000 alumni.The private sector is stepping up as well.For e*ample, Steve Schwarzman, the head of an American pany called Blackstone, is funding a new program at Tsinghua University modeled on the Rhodes Scholarship.And today, students from all kinds of backgrounds are studying here in China.Take the e*ample of Royale Nicholson from Cleveland, Ohio who attends New York University's program in Shanghai.Like me, Royale is a first generation college student. • .and her mother worked two fulltimejobs while her father worked nights to support their family.Of her e*perience in Shanghai, she said, ‘This city oozes persistence an d inspires me to acplish all that I can."And then there's Philmon Haile from the University of Washington whose family came to the U.S. as refugees fromEritrea when he was a child.Of his e*perience studying in China, he said, "Study abroad is a powerful vehicle for people-to-people e*change as we move into a new era of citizen diplomacy.〞"A new era of citizen diplomacy〞一 I couldn't have said it better myself, because that's really what I'm talking about. • .Pm talking about ordinary citizens reaching o ut to the world.And as I always tell young people back in America, you don't need to get on a plane to be a citizen diplomat.I tell them that if you have an internet connection in your home, school, or library, within seconds, you can be transported anywhere in the world and meet people on every continent.That's why I'm posting a daily travel blog with videos and photos of my e*periences in China 一 because I want young people in America to be part of this visitThat's really the power of technology 一 how it can open up the entire world and e*pose us to ideas and innovations we never could have imagined.And that's why it is so important for information and ideas to flow freely over the internet and through the media.Because that's how we discover the tru th. • .that's how we learn what's really happening in our munities, our country and our world.And that's how we decide which values and ideas we think are best 一 by questioning and debating them vigorously... by listening to all sides of every argument. • .and by judging for ourselves.And believe me, I know this can be a messy and frustrating process.My husband and I are on the receiving end of plenty of questioning and criticism from our media and our fellow citizens.. .and it's not always easy.. .but we wouldn't trade it for anything in the world.Because time and again, we have seen that countries are stronger and more prosperous when the voices and opinions of all their citizens can be heard.And as my husband has said, we respect the uniqueness of other cultures and societies.But when it es to e*pressing yourself freely, and worshipping as you choose，and having open access to information - we believe those are universal rights that are the birthright of everyperson on this planet.We believe that all people deserve the opportunity to fulfill their highest potential as 1 was able to do in the United States. And as you learn about new cultures and form new friendships during your time here in China and in the United States, all of you are the living, breathing embodiment of those values. So I guarantee you that in studying abroad’ you're not just changing your own life...you're changing the lives of everyone you meet.As the great American President John F. Kennedy once said about foreign students studying in the U.S., "I think they teach more than they learn."And that is just as true of young Americans who study abroad. All of you are America's best face, and China's best face,to the world.Every day, you show the world your countries，energy, creativity, optimism and unwavering belief in the future.And every day, you remind us of just how much we can achieve if we reach across borders. ..and learn to see ourselves in each other...and confront our shared challenges with shared resolve.So I hope you all will keep seeking these kinds of e*periences.And I hope you'll keep teaching each other...and learning from each other...and building bonds of friendship that will enrich your lives and enrich our world for decades to e.You all have so much to offer, and I cannot wait to see all that you achieve together in the years ahead.Thank you so much. *ie-*ie.我今天来到这里，是因为我知道，我们的未来，取决于全世界像你们这样的年轻人之间的联系。

Hello,Chicago!芝城父老，别来无恙，您好，芝加哥If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible, who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time, who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer.余尝闻世人有疑，不知当今美利坚凡事皆可成就耶？开国先贤之志方岿然于世耶？民主之伟力不减于昔年耶？凡存诸疑者，今夕当可释然。

如果仍有人怀疑美国是否是一个能创造奇迹的国度的话，如果还有人仍在疑虑我们美国的缔造者的梦想是否还在我们这个时代存续的话，如果还有人仍在质疑我们民主的力量的话，那么，今晚就给你答案。

It’s the answer told by lines that stretched around schools and churches in numbers this nation has never seen, by people who waited three hours and four hours, many for the first time in their lives, because they believed that this time must be different, that their voices could be that difference.今夕之释然，皆蒙美利坚民众之协力——学塾祠庙之外，市井乡野之间，万千父老心焦似焚，苦待竟日，愿献一票之力。

其中，平生未尝涉国事者，数亦不少，而今有此义举，皆因一念不衰——今夫天下，非同既往，愿发吁天之声，必成动地之势。

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Howwouldtheyfeelbeinguprootedfromtheirschool,theirfriends,andtheonly homethey'deverknown? ourlifebeforemovingtowashingtonwasfilledwithsimplejoys...Saturdaysats occergames,Sundaysatgrandma'shouse...andadatenightforBarackand mewaseitherdinneroramovie,becauseasanexhaustedmom,icouldn'tst ayawakeforboth.andthetruthis,ilovedthelifewehadbuiltforourgirls...ideeplylovedthemaniha dbuiltthatlifewith...andididn'twantthattochangeifhebecamePresident. ilovedBarackjustthewayhewas.Yousee,eventhoughbackthenBarackwasaSenatorandapresidentialcandidat e...tome,hewasstilltheguywho'dpickedmeupforourdatesinacarthatwa ssorustedout,icouldactuallyseethepavementgoingbythroughaholeinthepassengersidedoor...hewastheguywhoseproudestpossessionwasacoffeetablehe 'dfoundinadumpster,andwhoseonlypairofdecentshoeswashalfasizeto osmall.ButwhenBarackstartedtellingmeabouthisfamily–that'swheniknewiha dfoundakindredspirit,someonewhosevaluesandupbringingweresomuchlik emine.Yousee,Barackandiwerebothraisedbyfamilieswhodidn'thavemuchint hewayofmoneyormaterialpossessionsbutwhohadgivenussomethingfarmor evaluable–theirunconditionallove,theirunflinchingsacrifice,andthechancet ogoplacestheyhadneverimaginedforthemselves. myfatherwasapumpoperatoratthecitywaterplant,andhewasdiagnosedwith multipleSclerosiswhenmybrotherandiwereyoung.andevenasakid,iknewtherewereplentyofdayswhenhewasinpain...iknewther ewereplentyofmorningswhenitwasastruggleforhimtosimplygetoutofbed. Buteverymorning,iwatchedmyfatherwakeupwithasmile,grabhiswalker,pro phimselfupagainstthebathroomsink,andslowlyshaveandbuttonhisuniform. andwhenhereturnedhomeafteralongday'swork,mybrotherandiwoulds tandatthetopofthestairstoourlittleapartment,patientlywaitingtogreethim...w atchingashereacheddowntoliftoneleg,andthentheother,toslowlyclimbhiswa yintoourarms.Butdespitethesechallenges,mydadhardlyevermissedadayofwork...heandm ymomweredeterminedtogivemeandmybrotherthekindofeducationtheycouldonlydreamof. andwhenmybrotherandifinallymadeittocollege,nearlyallofourtuitioncamef romstudentloansandgrants. Butmydadstillhadtopayatinyportionofthattuitionhimself. andeverysemester,hewasdeterminedtopaythatbillrightontime,eventakingo utloanswhenhefellshort. Hewassoproudtobesendinghiskidstocollege...andhemadesurewenevermiss edaregistrationdeadlinebecausehischeckwaslate.Yousee,formydad,that'swhatitmeanttobeaman. Likesomanyofus,thatwasthemeasureofhissuccessinlife–beingabletoearnad ecentlivingthatallowedhimtosupporthisfamily. andasigottoknowBarack,irealizedthateventhoughhe'dgrownupallthe wayacrossthecountry,he'dbeenbroughtupjustlikeme. Barackwasraisedbyasinglemotherwhostruggledtopaythebills,andbygrandp arentswhosteppedinwhensheneededhelp.Barack'sgrandmotherstartedoutasasecretaryatacommunitybank...and shemovedquicklyuptheranks...butlikesomanywomen,shehitaglassceiling. andforyears,mennomorequalifiedthanshewas–menshehadactuallytrained–werepromoteduptheladderaheadofher,earningmoreandmoremoneywhileB arack'sfamilycontinuedtoscrapeby.Butdayafterday,shekeptonwakingupatdawntocatchthebus...arrivingatworkbeforeanyoneelse...givingherbestwithoutcomplaintorregret. andshewouldoftentellBarack,”Solongasyoukidsdowell,Bar,that'sallt hatreallymatters.”Likesomanyamericanfamilies,ourfamiliesweren'taskingformuch. Theydidn'tbegrudgeanyoneelse'ssuccessorcarethatothershadm uchmorethantheydid...infact,theyadmiredit. Theysimplybelievedinthatfundamentalamericanpromisethat,evenifyoudon 'tstartoutwithmuch,ifyouworkhardanddowhatyou'resupposedt odo,thenyoushouldbeabletobuildadecentlifeforyourselfandanevenbetterlif eforyourkidsandgrandkids.That'showtheyraisedus...that'swhatwelearnedfromtheirexampl e.welearnedaboutdignityanddecency–thathowhardyouworkmattersmorethan howmuchyoumake...thathelpingothersmeansmorethanjustgettingaheadyo urself.welearnedabouthonestyandintegrity–thatthetruthmatters...thatyoudon&#3 9;ttakeshortcutsorplaybyyourownsetofrules...andsuccessdoesn'tcoun tunlessyouearnitfairandsquare. welearnedaboutgratitudeandhumility–thatsomanypeoplehadahandinoursu ccess,fromtheteacherswhoinspiredustothejanitorswhokeptourschoolclean.. .andweweretaughttovalueeveryone'scontributionandtreateveryonewithrespect.ThosearethevaluesBarackandi–andsomanyofyou–aretryingtopassontoouro wnchildren.That'swhoweare.andstandingbeforeyoufouryearsago,iknewthatididn'twantanyofthatt ochangeifBarackbecamePresident.well,today,aftersomanystrugglesandtrium()phsandmomentsthathavetested myhusbandinwaysinevercouldhaveimagined,ihaveseenfirsthandthatbeing presidentdoesn'tchangewhoyouare–itrevealswhoyouare. 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米歇尔北大演讲稿英文篇一：米歇尔北大演讲稿英文米歇尔北大演讲稿英文Ni-Hao. It is such a pleasure and an honor to be here with all of you at this great university...thank you so much for having me.And before I get started today, on behalf of myself and my husband, I just want to say a few very brief words about Malaysian Airlines Flight 370.As my husband has said, the United States is offering as many resources as possible to assist in the search.And please know that we are keeping all the families and loved ones of those on this flight in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.And with that, I want to start by recognizing our new Ambassador to China, AmbassadorBaucus...President Wang...Chairman Zhu...Vice President Li...Director Cueller, Professor Oi and the Stanford Center...President Sexton from New York University which has an excellent study abroad program in Shanghai... and John Thornton, Director of theGlobal Leadership Program at Tsinghua University.. .thank you all so much for joining us.And most of all, I want to thank all of the students for being here today. ..and I particularly want to thank Eric Schafer and Zhu Xuanhao for that extraordinary English and Chinese introduction. That was such a powerful symbol of everything I want to talk with you about today.You see, by learning each other's languages - and by showing such curiosity and respect for each other's cultures - Mr. Schafer and Ms. Zhu and all of you are building bridges of understanding that lead to so much more.And I'm here today because I know that our future depends on connections like these among oeoole like you across the globe.We also come to schools like this one to meet with students like you.Because we believe that relationships between nations aren't just about relationships between governments or leaders...they're about relationships between people, particularly our youngpeople.That's why when my husband and I travel abroad, we don't just visit palaces and parliaments and meet with heads of state.We also come to schools like this one to meet with students like you.Because we believe that relationships between nations aren't just about relationships between governments or leaders...they're about relationships between people, particularly our young people.So we view study abroad programs not just as an educational opportunity for students... but also as a vital part of America's foreign policy.You see, through the wonders of modern technology, our world is more connected than ever before. Ideas can cross oceans with the click of a button.Companies can do business and compete with companies across the globe. And we can text, email and skype with people on every continent.So studying abroad isn't just a fun way to spend a semester 一 it's quickly becoming the key to successin our global economy.Because getting ahead in today's workplaces isn't just about getting good grades or test scores in school...it's also about having real experience with the world beyond your borders -experience with languages, cultures and societies very different from your own.Or, as the Chinese saying goes: "It is better to travel ten thousand miles than to read ten thousand books.”But let's be clear, studying abroad is about so much more than improving your own future - it's also about shaping the future of your countries and of the world we all share.Because when it comes to the defining challenges of our time - whether it's climate change, or economic opportunity, or the spread of nuclear weapons... these are shared challenges.No one country can confront them alone.. .the only way forward...That’s why it's so important for young people like you to live and study in each other's countries.Because that’s how you develop that habit of cooperation 一you do it by immersing yourself in someone else's culture...by learning each other's storiesand by getting past the stereotypes and misconceptions that too often divide us.That's how you come to understand how much we all share.And that's how you realize that we all have a stake in each other's success - that cures discovered here in Beijing could save lives in America. .that clean energy technologies from Silicon Valley in California could improve the environment here in China...that the architecture of an ancient temple in Xi'an could inspire the design of new buildings in Dallas or Detroit And that's when the connections you make as classmates or labmates can blossom into something more.That's what happened when Abigail Coplin became an American Fulbright Scholar here at Peking University.She and her colleagues published papers together in top science journals.. .and they built research partnerships that lasted long after they returned to their home countries.Professor Niu Ke from Peking University was a Fulbright Scholar in the last year...and he reported, and I quote, ‘The most memorable experiences were with my American friends."These lasting bonds represent the true value of studying abroad. ..and I am thrilled that more and more students are getting this opportunity.China is currently the fifth most popular destination for Americans studying abroad.And today, the highest number of exchange students in the are from China.But still, too many students never have this chance. .and some that do are hesitant to take it. They may feel like study abroad is only for wealthy students, or students from certain kinds of universities.Or they may think to themselves, “Well, that sounds fun, but how will it really be useful in my life" I understand where these young people are coming from, because I felt the same way back when I was in college.You see, I came from a working class family.. .and it never even ocurried to me to study abroad.My parents didn't get to attend college, arid I was focused on getting into a university and earning my degree so I could get a job and support myself.And for a lot of young people like me who are struggling to afford a regular semester of school, paying for plane tickets or living expenses halfway around the world just isn't possible.And that's not acceptable, because study abroad shouldn't just be for students from certain backgrounds.Our hope is to build connections between people of all races and socioeconomic backgrounds, because it is that diversity that makes our country so vibrant and strong...and our study abroad programs should reflect the true spirit of America to the world.That's why, when my husband visited China back in XX，he announced our 100,000 Strong initiative to increase the number and diversity of American students studying in China.And this year, as we mark the thirty-fifth anniversary of the normalization of relations between our countries. .the Government actually supportsmore American students in China than in any other country in the world.We're sending high school, college and graduate students here to study Chinese. .we're inviting teachers from China to teach Mandarin in American schools...we're providing free online advising for students in China who want to study in the . .and the -China Fuibright program is still going strong with more than 3,000 alumni.The private sector is stepping up as well.For example, Steve Schwarzman, the head of an American company called Blackstone, is funding a new program at Tsinghua University modeled on the Rhodes Scholarship.And today, students from all kinds of backgrounds are studying here in China.Take the example of Royale Nicholson from Cleveland, Ohio who attends New York University's program in Shanghai.Like me, Royale is a first generation college student. .and her mother worked two full time jobs while her father worked nights to support their family.Of her experience in Shanghai, she said, ‘This city oozes persistence and inspires me to accomplish all that I can."And then there's Philmon Haile from the University of Washington whose family came to the as refugees from Eritrea when he was a child.Of his experience studying in China, he said, "Study abroad is a powerful vehicle for people-to-people exchange as we improve into a new era of citizen diplomacy.”“A new era of citizen diplomacy”一 I couldn't have said it better myself, because that's really what I'm talking about. .Pm talking about ordinary citizens reaching out to the world.And as I always tell young people back in America, you don't need to get on a plane to be a citizen diplomat.I tell them that if you have an internet connection in your home, school, or library, within seconds, you can be transported anywhere in the world and meet people on every continent.That's why I'm posting a daily travel blog with videos and photos of my experiences in China 一 becauseI want young people in America to be part of this visitThat's really the power of technology 一 how it can open up the entire world and expose us to ideas and innovations we never could have imagined.And that's why it is so important for information and ideas to flow freely over the internet and through the media.Because that's how we discover the truth. that's how we learn what's really happening in our communities, our country and our world.And that's how we decide which values and ideas we think are best 一 by questioning and debating them vigorously... by listening to all sides of every argument. .and by judging for ourselves. And believe me, I know this can be a messy and frustrating process.My husband and I are on the receiving end of plenty of questioning and criticism from our media and our fellow citizens.. .and it's not always easy.. .but we wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. Because time and again, we have seen that countries are stronger and more prosperous when the voices and opinions of all their citizens can be heard.And as my husband has said, we respect the uniqueness of other cultures and societies.But when it comes to expressing yourself freely, and worshipping as you choose，and having open access to information - we believe those are universal rights that are the birthright of every person on this planet.We believe that all people deserve the opportunity to fulfill their highest potential as 1 was able to do in the United States.And as you learn about new cultures and form new friendships during your time here in China and in the United States, all of you are the living, breathing embodiment of those values.So I guarantee you that in studying abroad’ you're not just changing your own life...you're changing the lives of everyone you meet.As the great American President John F. Kennedy once said about foreign students studying in the , “I think they teach more than they learn."And that is just as true of young Americans who study abroad.All of you are America's best face, and China's bestface, to the world.Every day, you show the world your countries，energy, creativity, optimism and unwavering belief in the future.And every day, you remind us of just how much we can achieve if we reach across borders. ..and learn to see ourselves in each other...and confront our shared challenges with shared resolve.篇二：米歇尔北大演讲中英文完整版3月22日上午，美国第一夫人米歇尔造访北京大学，并接受北大校长赠书。