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Stepping into the future at the ZJU Career Fair
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2026-01-08
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That October afternoon, I walked into the Zijingang gym carrying a stack of freshly printed resumes, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. It was my first real encounter with the professional world.Over 300 companies had gathered in the gym for the 2026 Graduate Comprehensive Career Fair, offering more than 10,000 job opportunities across fields such as artificial intelligence, new energy, finan...
That October afternoon, I walked into the Zijingang gym carrying a stack of freshly printed resumes, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. It was my first real encounter with the professional world.Over 300 companies had gathered in the gym for the 2026 Graduate Comprehensive Career Fair, offering more than 10,000 job opportunities across fields such as artificial intelligence, new energy, finance, and international trade. With my freshly printed résumés in hand, I stepped inside, eager to exp
A night to remember at the basketball finals
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2026-01-08
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Last Friday evening, I walked into the university gym for the second “Zhongsheng Cup” men’s basketball final between ZJU and Lishui University. I had expected a quiet student crowd, but the stands were already packed and buzzing with energy. Staff at the entrance were handing out free drinks; I grabbed a cup of iced Coke and finished it before I even found my seat. The pre-game show kept the ex...
Last Friday evening, I walked into the university gym for the second “Zhongsheng Cup” men’s basketball final between ZJU and Lishui University. I had expected a quiet student crowd, but the stands were already packed and buzzing with energy. Staff at the entrance were handing out free drinks; I grabbed a cup of iced Coke and finished it before I even found my seat. The pre-game show kept the excitement high—cheerleaders in silver uniforms executed flips and lifts, while the drum team pounded a s
The sociology of street dance
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2026-01-08
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This week, I attended a lecture titled “The Sociology of Street Dance,” delivered by several postgraduate seniors in a clear and engaging way.Last weekend, I also joined another lecture on “Research on the Sociology of Street Dance,” where four postgraduates shared their research findings with us.The first senior discussed the development of street dance in ethnic minority regions. I was surpr...
This week, I attended a lecture titled “The Sociology of Street Dance,” delivered by several postgraduate seniors in a clear and engaging way.Last weekend, I also joined another lecture on “Research on the Sociology of Street Dance,” where four postgraduates shared their research findings with us.The first senior discussed the development of street dance in ethnic minority regions. I was surprised to learn that only around 200 people in Tibet have ever learned street dance. She introduced variou
Can the deceased save the living?
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2026-01-07
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Recently, I attended a fascinating lecture titled “Can the Deceased Save the Living?”The speaker was Professor Sung Jin-je from South Korea, who offered an in-depth interpretation of themes in the works of Han Kang, the Nobel laureate in Literature. I had always thought of Han Kang primarily as a feminist writer, but after the lecture, I realized that her works also engage deeply with reflection...
Recently, I attended a fascinating lecture titled “Can the Deceased Save the Living?”The speaker was Professor Sung Jin-je from South Korea, who offered an in-depth interpretation of themes in the works of Han Kang, the Nobel laureate in Literature. I had always thought of Han Kang primarily as a feminist writer, but after the lecture, I realized that her works also engage deeply with reflections on Korean history. The event was hosted by the School of Literature—a field of study I have always f
Record of watching the "Bell Cup" basketball match
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2026-01-07
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Last Tuesday evening, my friends—who are also basketball enthusiasts—and I went to the school court to watch the “Bell Cup” friendly basketball match between the faculty of Zhejiang University and Lishui College. The area was already packed with spectators, and the lively atmosphere heightened our excitement.At the start of the game, both teams quickly found their rhythm, and the pace on the cou...
Last Tuesday evening, my friends—who are also basketball enthusiasts—and I went to the school court to watch the “Bell Cup” friendly basketball match between the faculty of Zhejiang University and Lishui College. The area was already packed with spectators, and the lively atmosphere heightened our excitement.At the start of the game, both teams quickly found their rhythm, and the pace on the court was fast, intense, and exciting. The players moved with agility, dribbled with skill and control, a
My first mooncake-making class
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2025-11-10
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As an overseas Chinese, I’ve always kept the tradition of celebrating Chinese festivals. This year, just before the Mid-Autumn Festival, my friends and I signed up for a mooncake-making workshop on campus. I’ve eaten mooncakes for as long as I can remember, but this was actually my very first time making them by hand. Honestly, I thought we’d be making sweet ones filled with lotus paste or red ...
As an overseas Chinese, I’ve always kept the tradition of celebrating Chinese festivals. This year, just before the Mid-Autumn Festival, my friends and I signed up for a mooncake-making workshop on campus. I’ve eaten mooncakes for as long as I can remember, but this was actually my very first time making them by hand. Honestly, I thought we’d be making sweet ones filled with lotus paste or red bean. To my surprise, the class turned out to be about savory fresh meat mooncakes!Before the baking be
From freshman to senior: my orientation volunteer story
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2025-11-03
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In September 2025, just before the new semester began, I joined the volunteer team for international student registration and the opening ceremony. Interestingly, I had also taken part in the same events two years earlier—but in a very different role. Back then, I was a nervous freshman trying to find my way. This time, I returned as a senior volunteer, ready to welcome the next group of students....
In September 2025, just before the new semester began, I joined the volunteer team for international student registration and the opening ceremony. Interestingly, I had also taken part in the same events two years earlier—but in a very different role. Back then, I was a nervous freshman trying to find my way. This time, I returned as a senior volunteer, ready to welcome the next group of students. That shift in perspective made the whole experience especially meaningful.On registration day, I wa
Where inquiry meets inspiration: two weeks at Oxford
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2025-11-03
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As part of its holistic education approach, Zhejiang University places great emphasis on cultivating students’ global competence and offers a wide range of opportunities for international exchange and learning.During the winter break of my sophomore year, I was selected to join the “Oxford Prospects Programme,” a two-week academic visit to the University of Oxford.I enrolled in the PPEL module ...
As part of its holistic education approach, Zhejiang University places great emphasis on cultivating students’ global competence and offers a wide range of opportunities for international exchange and learning.During the winter break of my sophomore year, I was selected to join the “Oxford Prospects Programme,” a two-week academic visit to the University of Oxford.I enrolled in the PPEL module (Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law), through which I attended 16 formal lectures and 6 workshops
Miracles only require a little courage and a willingness to try
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2025-11-03
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The summer between my sophomore and junior years, I called the International Cooperation Office at my faculty to inquire about exchange programs. The next day, the staff informed me that there was one—a newly signed collaboration with the University of Hong Kong (HKU). I would be the very first student to participate, with no precedent or prior experience to draw upon.Still, I decided to go. It wa...
The summer between my sophomore and junior years, I called the International Cooperation Office at my faculty to inquire about exchange programs. The next day, the staff informed me that there was one—a newly signed collaboration with the University of Hong Kong (HKU). I would be the very first student to participate, with no precedent or prior experience to draw upon.Still, I decided to go. It was that little bit of courage that opened the door to one of the most joyful chapters of my life. In
A day at Yinquan Gym: strength, sweat, and smiles
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2025-11-03
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This morning, I decided to kick off my weekend with something energetic—a full workout session at Yinquan Gym on ZJU’s campus. As someone who values both mental and physical growth, I’ve been meaning to explore more of what our university’s sports facilities have to offer—and Yinquan did not disappoint.From the moment I stepped in, the spacious, well-equipped gym buzzed with positive energy. I ...
This morning, I decided to kick off my weekend with something energetic—a full workout session at Yinquan Gym on ZJU’s campus. As someone who values both mental and physical growth, I’ve been meaning to explore more of what our university’s sports facilities have to offer—and Yinquan did not disappoint.From the moment I stepped in, the spacious, well-equipped gym buzzed with positive energy. I started in the cardio zone, hopping onto a treadmill facing large windows that overlooked the green cam
Surprises in extracurricular classes
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2025-11-03
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Zhejiang University offers a wide variety of clubs and organizations for students to explore their interests. After joining and leaving several, including the Zhejiang University Film Association, ZJU Global, and some news-promotion groups, I became intrigued by a club called Cultural China. I filled out a thick registration form, went through three rounds of interviews, and finally became a membe...
Zhejiang University offers a wide variety of clubs and organizations for students to explore their interests. After joining and leaving several, including the Zhejiang University Film Association, ZJU Global, and some news-promotion groups, I became intrigued by a club called Cultural China. I filled out a thick registration form, went through three rounds of interviews, and finally became a member.For many, the dilemma is that this organization also holds its own classes on weekends, which mean
Beyond scholarships: embracing a well-rounded university life
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2025-11-03
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It’s that time of year again—award evaluations at Zhejiang University. The university offers generous scholarships to reward students who excel academically. In addition to the standard national scholarships and first, second, and third prizes, there is the prestigious Chu Kochen Scholarship (awarded to only 24 students per year—12 undergraduates and 12 graduate students—representing the highest ...
It’s that time of year again—award evaluations at Zhejiang University. The university offers generous scholarships to reward students who excel academically. In addition to the standard national scholarships and first, second, and third prizes, there is the prestigious Chu Kochen Scholarship (awarded to only 24 students per year—12 undergraduates and 12 graduate students—representing the highest level of achievement at Zhejiang University). There are also scholarships established by distinguishe
Unveiling the beauty of Kunqu Opera at ZJU
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2025-11-03
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Tonight was a truly wonderful and artistic evening, as the Zhejiang Jingkun Art Center (Kun Opera Troupe) brought an enchanting performance to Zhejiang University. It was my first time experiencing Kunqu opera up close, and I was filled with excitement and anticipation.The performance was part of the ZJU Drama Festival, featuring the play 盛世红妆 (Splendid Age, Crimson Attire). The story rev...
Tonight was a truly wonderful and artistic evening, as the Zhejiang Jingkun Art Center (Kun Opera Troupe) brought an enchanting performance to Zhejiang University. It was my first time experiencing Kunqu opera up close, and I was filled with excitement and anticipation.The performance was part of the ZJU Drama Festival, featuring the play 盛世红妆(Splendid Age, Crimson Attire). The story revolves around the deep friendship between two remarkable women—Shangguan Wan’er and Princess Taiping. Drawing i
From Classroom to Concert: The Stunning Pipa Transformation
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2025-06-23
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In the autumn-winter semester of 2024, I was fortunate to enroll in the course Opening the Door to Art – Pipa, taught by Teacher Xu Tianye. With my background in traditional Chinese music, I have always been passionate about Chinese musical instruments. This course starts from the basics, and even for students like me who have some prior knowledge, there is still plenty to learn. Teacher Xu p...
In the autumn-winter semester of 2024, I was fortunate to enroll in the courseOpening the Door to Art – Pipa, taught by Teacher Xu Tianye. With my background in traditional Chinese music, I have always been passionate about Chinese musical instruments. This course starts from the basics, and even for students like me who have some prior knowledge, there is still plenty to learn. Teacher Xu provides personalized guidance tailored to each students level, making the learning experience both enrichi
My Scented Memories of Hangzhou
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2025-06-23
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Every university and city carries its own unique olfactory memories.For Zhejiang University, that distinctive scent is a richly layered blend. After each rain, the grass at Zhejiang University releases a particularly vibrant aroma—especially around Lovers’ Slope and the athletic field on the Zijingang Campus. The air fills with the fresh, intense scent of rain-washed greenery, crisp and invigorat...
Every university and city carries its own unique olfactory memories.For Zhejiang University, that distinctive scent is a richly layered blend. After each rain, the grass at Zhejiang University releases a particularly vibrant aroma—especially around Lovers’ Slope and the athletic field on the Zijingang Campus. The air fills with the fresh, intense scent of rain-washed greenery, crisp and invigorating.The sunlight at Xixi Campus seems to carry its own fragrance, especially during this special seas
