We cordially invite you to participate in the Fourth Sino-German Academic Symposium “Humboldt Day,” to be held by the Center for German Studies at Sichuan International Studies University from October 17 to 18, 2026.

        The theme of this year’s conference is “Nature · Culture · Life: Alexander von Humboldt’s Earth System.” This theme is rooted in the profound thought of Alexander von Humboldt. Many of Humboldt’s ideas have yet to be fully realized to this day—whether in the field of ecology, concerning the co-existence and mutual flourishing of human beings and their environment, or in the realms of economics and science. The symposium will establish a new international hub within the Humboldt academic network, connecting Latin America, the Caribbean, China, the United States, and Europe, and fostering dialogue on questions such as how we should better develop our planet, what forms of international coexistence we should build, and what paths Humboldt’s scholarly thought has illuminated for harmonious coexistence between humanity and nature.

        The symposium will be held in the International Lecture Hall of Hongwen Building at Sichuan International Studies University. The working languages are Chinese, German, and English. All conference-related expenses will be covered by the organizers. If you are interested in attending, please register by May 6, 2026. For any further inquiries, please contact the conference secretariat.

 Contacts:

        Feng Yingyi: +86 139 0837 8191, 99003094@sisu.edu.cn
        Li Daxue: +86 138 8307 7750, daxueli@163.com

        Center for German Studies, Sichuan International Studies University
School of German Studies, Sichuan International Studies University
April 13, 2026