Since last winter,

CUEB’s yogurt has become a sensation.

On review platforms,

it has quickly become a must-try in the cafeteria.

Social media has been abuzz with praises for CUEB’s yogurt,

delighting faculty, students, and alumni alike.

But the sweetness at CUEB extends far beyond this popular dessert.

In the bakery on the first floor of the second cafeteria, 

an array of visually stunning and delicious pastries has become a breakfast and afternoon tea favorite.

Behind these creations is CUEB’s “Pastry Master”, Jing Minxin.

Jing began her career at CUEB in 2007.

Over 18 years, she has grown from a young girl into a pastry master at CUEB,

known as “Ms. Jing” by students.

In 2024, she was honored as a “Model Faculty among Universities in Beijing”.

From the moment you meet Ms. Jing,

it’s clear why her pastries are favored.

Her gentle and elegant demeanor leaves a lasting impression.

Ms. Jing is not formally trained in pastry-making.

Her expertise stems from years of dedicated practice.

“In my free time,

I love watching online tutorials and testing new recipes.

“Later, I would discuss with my colleagues how to make healthy and delicious pastries.

“If we enjoy them, the faculty and students may enjoy them too.

“What started as a solo effort has now grown into a team of three,

and we’ll keep trying new recipes,”

shares Ms. Jing.

Thus, Ms. Jing and her team have become the creators of pastries in CUEB,

crafting delicate sweets that bring joy to the university.

“Over my 18 years at CUEB,

I started as a prep person and later worked at the service window.

“But my mentor never underestimated our potential.

“We’ve been trained, and innovation has always been encouraged by our cafeteria leadership.

“I’ve kept all of this in mind,”

she recalls.

From bear-shaped puddings and checkered cookies to coconut balls,

Ms. Jing’s creations not only grace the tables of faculty and students but also find their way into university classrooms.

“Three Musketeers” of the Pastry Team

From left to right: Ma Xiuying, Jing Minxin, Wei Yachao.

Every year, Ms. Jing gives cooking lessons to students.

She expresses,

“Sometimes, when people call me ‘teacher’ on campus, I feel a bit shy.

But in the classroom, I fully embrace the role.

It gives me a sense of purpose: knowing I’m part of the educational faculty here.”

At CUEB, countless individuals like 

Ms. Jing—radiating warmth and dedication—work tirelessly

 to ‘bake’ a campus brimming with joy.