The female anchor turned into the dean of an ancient academy

In the news media department classroom, twenty young and sunny girls were talking and whispering to each other, and the atmosphere was very cheerful.

"Hey, I heard that our news and media department is taught by the dean himself. Is our college the only one in the country that offers this course?"

"I'm not sure. This is the first time I've heard of this course. Anyway, the dean must be a very powerful person. After all, to be able to hold such a position, he must be extraordinary!"

At this moment, Cen Jiexiao walked into the classroom. She was wearing a light and elegant long gown, with her hair tied up in a bun. A few strands of hair hung on the sides of her fair cheeks, making her look even more gentle.

The students, who had been as noisy as birds before, suddenly became silent and quiet.

Seeing the female students in the audience staring at her, Cen Jiexiao said in a humorous tone, "What are you looking at? Have you ever seen a beautiful woman? Aren't you all the same?"

After saying that, Cen Jiexiao threw a very signature wink at the female students under the podium, which instantly dispelled the strange feeling when they first met, and a burst of good-natured laughter immediately rang out in the classroom.

The female students under the podium sat upright in an orderly manner, their eyes full of curiosity and anticipation.

These students all came from different families. A small number of them were daughters of officials and businessmen, but the vast majority were daughters from ordinary families. At this time, their attention was focused on Sister Cen Xiao.

"Classmates, let me introduce myself. My last name is Cen, Cen Jiexiao. I'm a professional teacher in your News and Media Department, and I'm also the current dean of Zhaoyin Academy. You can call me Teacher Cen or Dean Cen. For the next two years of study, we'll be like grasshoppers on the same rope. Prosperity and adversity all come together. Of course, the actual situation isn't that bad; I'm just using an analogy."

The students couldn't help but burst into laughter after hearing this.

The laughter died down, and Cen Jiexiao turned to the students and said solemnly, "Classmates, you are the first batch of female students admitted to the academy, and you are the best selected from one hundred and fifty people. Therefore, in the future, whether in academics or other aspects, you will need to do more, pay more, and face more. The news and media department... is extremely hard. If you feel that you can't bear the pressure, you can change your subject now and report to other classes at any time." Cen Jiexiao was carrying out the final ideological work on this group of girls who did not yet understand how difficult the future road would be.

Before Cen Jiexiao could say anything else, all the students stood up in unison and said in a resounding voice, "Students of Zhaoyin Academy, remember this carefully, learn extensively, inquire carefully, think carefully, discern clearly, and practice diligently. Remember this instruction in your heart and never forget it for the rest of your life!"

Cen Jiexiao was slightly shocked by this scene, and for a moment she was speechless. Finally, she managed to say, "Well said! I can't even remember it."

Hearing this, the people in the audience laughed again.

Seeing these women who were just coming of age, like female warriors, with confident smiles on their faces and determination in their eyes, Cen Jiexiao couldn't help but be deeply moved.

The female students in the New Media Department stand out because they were carefully selected by Cen Jiexiao and Yu Lan from a pool of 150 female students. These students demonstrated their sharp minds in conversation, masterful painting techniques, and exceptional literary talent in their essays during their foundational assessments.

Through them, Cen Jiexiao hopes to expand and promote the field of journalism and media. She firmly believes that only by cultivating these female students into individuals with solid professional skills and meticulous thinking can she achieve her long-term goals. If successful, it would undoubtedly be a groundbreaking achievement for this era, and perhaps this group of people would be able to go down in history.

"Students, please take your seats. We are now beginning class. Today, we must first understand the following three important aspects that we should control in the current news media landscape."

Cen Jiexiao then wrote a few large characters on the blackboard: Newspapers and Publications, Publicity and External Relations, and Exhibition Live Broadcast. The female students all grabbed their notebooks and diligently took down the key points.

"For courses on publicity and outreach, as well as live broadcasting of the exhibition, the academy will arrange separate professional courses and practical operations for you after the exhibition."

Sister Cen Xiao continued, "Now, our focus is to understand the creation and distribution of newspapers. First, we must build a newspaper specifically for the academy, using it to convey all kinds of information from various industries, including everything from new policies of the imperial court to daily trivialities in life. Imagine that our readership includes not only everyone in the academy, but also every household in the streets and alleys of Linkang Prefecture. Over time, everyone will naturally regard our newspapers as an inseparable part of life. As the content of our newspapers becomes more and more complete, perhaps it can make closed and backward places open and progressive, and make people who stick to the old ways become enlightened and avant-garde. In short, you must remember that everyone should be someone who pays attention to social changes."

Cen Jiexiao looked at these young faces. They looked at her seriously and eagerly, which gave her more confidence.

She then began to talk about the key steps in running a newspaper, her voice firm and clear: "The first step is to collect information. We need a professional and reliable information collection team. I named this team the Press Corps. The duty of this press corps is to collect all kinds of news through their keen insight, including new policies of the court, social dynamics, street gossip and so on. Even things like the wife of the Cao family having an affair and the young man of the Wang family, these kinds of after-dinner gossips on the streets are all content we need to pay attention to. Because the ultimate goal is that after everyone sees our newspapers, everyone will be able to abide by the law and adhere to the moral bottom line." She glanced at the students, like a group of hungry chicks.

She went on to say, "The second step, after the information is collected, is to form an editing and writing team. The members of this team must have good literary literacy and excellent writing skills, and be able to sort out and edit the complex and messy information into readable articles. Among all of you, there are several who can be described as having brilliant writing skills. I hope you can join the editorial team." As Cen Jiexiao spoke, she looked at several students who had made outstanding achievements in writing with a smile on her face.

"The third step is to effectively distribute the printed newspapers and periodicals." Cen Jiexiao wrote the two big words "distribution" on the blackboard.

"Distribution channels can be linked with government offices, escort agencies, and merchant companies, and newspapers and periodicals must be posted in every corner of the market. Furthermore, we can hire people from financially struggling families to distribute newspapers and periodicals on the streets. We will pay them based on the volume of copies they distribute. This way, we can expand our influence while helping them make a living—killing two birds with one stone."

"The fourth point, and the most important one, is that the content of newspapers and periodicals must be strictly reviewed before printing and distribution." Cen Jiexiao emphasized.

"Therefore, we must establish an internal affairs review team to temporarily oversee the review of all publications and books, as well as all internal and external documents of the academy. This working group bears an extremely heavy responsibility, as any mistakes, and the publications being misused by those with ill intentions, would negate all our efforts and could even impact the academy's reputation over the years and our ambitious reform plans."

Cen Jiexiao then added, "Therefore, members of the Internal Affairs Review Team must be proficient in the relevant laws and regulations to ensure the legality, positivity, and motivation of newspaper content. Several of you have family members serving in the imperial court, and I know that you are well-versed in the laws of the Great Zhou and are particularly suited to this task. I hope you can shoulder this responsibility."

Then Cen Jiexiao said, "As for the printing matters, we can leave it all to Manager He of Moyuan Pavilion. I'm sure you've heard of him. As a merchant who once presented calligraphy and ink to the late emperor, he's also a close friend of my father. His cooperation with us is both a recognition and a gesture of assistance."

"Students, this subject, or rather this work, is long and arduous, but I have every confidence that your abilities and hard work will make the college's newspaper project a success."

After Sister Cen Xiao finished her story, the students began to discuss it. She was filled with hope and longing for these girls. Seeing everyone's enthusiasm for this novel plan, her belief in the academy's reform became even stronger.

The class was lively as students enthusiastically discussed the names of the college's newspapers. Eager to try their hand, brushes in hand, names were proposed and discussed one after another, the air overflowing with youthful passion and energy.

Li Moxin suggested, "The academy's first newspaper will be created by the girls in our News and Media Department. It should also highlight the unique qualities and beauty of women. This beauty comes from within and is manifested externally, making it a stunning beauty. We might as well name it 'The Alluring Newspaper.' What do you think?"

Song Qishu's suggestion was more direct: "I think it can be called 'Awakening to Reform'. First, it reflects our academy's determination to reform! Second, it demonstrates the awakening and determination of reform."

Yuan Siqi thought for a moment and said with a smile, "How about the 'Heroine Newspaper'? It's concise and clear. I hope all the girls in our academy can become heroines."

Cen Jiexiao examined the various proposals they put forward with a smile, carefully wrote down each name, and marked them by circling them with a brush.

After careful screening and in-depth thinking, Cen Jiexiao finally wrote "Women's Youth Daily" on the blackboard.

Cen Jiexiao spoke confidently, "This name not only reflects the characteristics of our academy, but also highlights our goals and mission. We are not just educators, but leaders of the future. Our newspaper should be a voice for every citizen of the Great Zhou, truthfully recording every aspect of the Great Zhou. We must present fair and just women's education, and convey confidence and hope to the millions of women of the Great Zhou. Let every woman in the Great Zhou know that Zhaoyin Academy can help them achieve academic success and make the best use of their talents."

After Cen Jiexiao concluded her statement with earnest words, thunderous applause broke out in the classroom.

These female students, some with tears in their eyes and some beaming with joy, were filled with dreams. At this moment, they were not just ordinary students in the academy, but also heroes in the long river of history, willing to bravely stand on the crest of the wave and promote development.

"Next, we will start the grouping process. Each person will choose the appropriate group based on their own expertise." Sister Cen Xiao was currently arranging the initial structure of the Women's Youth Daily.

The students enthusiastically engaged in discussions and divided up the work. Soon, the twenty students in the Journalism and Media Department formed efficient groups based on their respective strengths and talents. Soon, the prototype of the Zhaoyin Academy Newspaper was formed.

Those students who were local experts and who prided themselves on being brave and eloquent actively requested to become members of the first generation of reporters, building a frontier for information collection and becoming impartial messengers of the truth.

Those students who are quick-witted, sharp-witted and able to polish words into something as exquisite as gold and stone gathered together to form an editorial department that is both insightful and creative.

The students, who have good family conditions and connections, are the publishing team that actively and proactively takes on the responsibility of delivering the fruits of wisdom to the people.

Those students who had been deeply influenced since childhood and had some understanding of the laws naturally formed an internal review team that was like a ruthless iron gate to ensure that every publication met the standards for printing and distribution.

Sister Cen Xiao just looked at them woodenly, but in her heart she seemed to have traveled through time and space and arrived at the time when she had just graduated from university.

At that time, I tasted the sadness for the first time in a drunken state. The unspoken feelings were written in tears, sealed deep in my memory, and ended silently.

The lofty ambitions she had when she first entered society have, over the years, gradually faded. She longs to return to her pure, innocent self, but that image has long since evaporated like morning dew. Now, looking at these youthful and energetic students before her, she seems to glimpse her past self, pursuing her dreams.