September highlights: our campus drama festival
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September brought a major event for me—the drama festival I organized finally kicked off! We invited a Kunqu opera troupe and a musical cast to campus to share insights into the art of theater. During the event, every student watched the performances attentively, and afterward, we exchanged our thoughts and impressions. The actresses were absolutely stunning, and I even managed to take a phot...
CHEN Yifan
September brought a major event for me—the drama festival I organized finally kicked off!We invited a Kunqu opera troupe and a musical cast to campus to share insights into the art of theater. During the event, every student watched the performances attentively, and afterward, we exchanged our thoughts and impressions. The actresses were absolutely stunning, and I even managed to take a photo with one of them!Over the following two weeks, we hosted film screenings and a cafégathering, where we c
Campus life: my sports journey
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2025-11-03
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Hi everyone! I’m Chen Yifan, but you can also call me Cathy. Today, I’d like to share a glimpse of my vibrant sports life on campus.This semester, I joined Zhejiang University’s Dragon Dance Team, enrolled in a rock climbing master class, and took a kayaking PE course. Let me dive into each experience!As a member of the university’s Dragon Dance Team, I’ve had the honor of performing at event...
CHEN Yifan
Hi everyone! I’m Chen Yifan, but you can also call me Cathy. Today, I’d like to share a glimpse of my vibrant sports life on campus.This semester, I joined Zhejiang University’s Dragon Dance Team, enrolled in a rock climbing master class, and took a kayaking PE course. Let me dive into each experience!As a member of the university’s Dragon Dance Team, I’ve had the honor of performing at events for the College of Materials and the School of Management, bringing joy to teachers and students with o
Summer short-term session: corporate visit
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2025-10-28
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This summer vacation marked my first experience participating in a short-term program, and I was fortunate to have the opportunity to visit Ant Group, one of China’s leading internet finance companies best known for its mobile payment platform, Alipay. Our visit took place at Ant Group’s headquarters in Hangzhou.Ant Group’s campus resembles a modern university, spacious and vibrant. Upon our ar...
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This summer vacation marked my first experience participating in a short-term program, and I was fortunate to have the opportunity to visit Ant Group, one of China’s leading internet finance companies best known for its mobile payment platform, Alipay. Our visit took place at Ant Group’s headquarters in Hangzhou.Ant Group’s campus resembles a modern university, spacious and vibrant. Upon our arrival, the staff welcomed us and introduced the company’s various display installations and collaborati
My new chapter: renting an apartment off-campus
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2025-10-28
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As my second year of university drew to a close, my friends and I made a bold decision—to rent an apartment near campus. Stepping out of the dormitory felt like crossing a threshold into semi-adulthood, and the first month away from campus life has been a whirlwind of new experiences.The process of securing our new home reminded me of my early days in China, marked by steep learning curves. Search...
SEE Tzeying
As my second year of university drew to a close, my friends and I made a bold decision—to rent an apartment near campus. Stepping out of the dormitory felt like crossing a threshold into semi-adulthood, and the first month away from campus life has been a whirlwind of new experiences.The process of securing our new home reminded me of my early days in China, marked by steep learning curves. Searching for suitable listings, negotiating with agents, finalizing contracts, registering at the police
A relaxing summer getaway to Betong
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2025-10-28
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This summer, I visited Betong, a city on the Thailand-Malaysia border known as Thailand's southernmost city. Far from a bustling metropolis, it feels more like a cozy, laid-back town. Not long ago, it was little-known, but in recent years, more Malaysian tourists have been coming, giving it a new lease of life.The heart of the town centers around a clock tower that becomes a lively gathering s...
SEE Tzeying
This summer, I visited Betong, a city on the Thailand-Malaysia border known as Thailands southernmost city. Far from a bustling metropolis, it feels more like a cozy, laid-back town. Not long ago, it was little-known, but in recent years, more Malaysian tourists have been coming, giving it a new lease of life.The heart of the town centers around a clock tower that becomes a lively gathering spot for both locals and tourists every night. This scene reminded me of West Street in Quanzhou, Fujian,
Volunteering at the freshmen registration day
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2025-10-28
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Ever since my freshman year, I have carried with me the warm memory of being helped by senior students on my very first day at Zhejiang University. Back then, everything felt new and unfamiliar, from setting up apps to figuring out campus life but thanks to their patience and kindness, I was able to settle down smoothly. That experience planted a little wish in my heart. One day, I also want to st...
LEE Chenyue
Ever since my freshman year, I have carried with me the warm memory of being helped by senior students on my very first day at Zhejiang University. Back then, everything felt new and unfamiliar, from setting up apps to figuring out campus life but thanks to their patience and kindness, I was able to settle down smoothly. That experience planted a little wish in my heart. One day, I also want to stand on the other side, becoming the person who can offer the same support and encouragement to the n
The squirrel bandit strikes again!
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2025-10-28
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Studying at Zhejiang University has its perks, and one of the greatest joys is witnessing the harmonious coexistence of humans and animals on campus. The dormitory area, in particular, is beautifully landscaped, with tall trees forming lush green canopies—an ideal home for many small creatures. Among them, the most eye-catching are the lively and adorable squirrels.They’re completely unafraid of ...
JIANG Sijia
Studying at Zhejiang University has its perks, and one of the greatest joys is witnessing the harmonious coexistence of humans and animals on campus. The dormitory area, in particular, is beautifully landscaped, with tall trees forming lush green canopies—an ideal home for many small creatures. Among them, the most eye-catching are the lively and adorable squirrels.They’re completely unafraid of humans, often darting up tree trunks, racing across the grass, or even climbing streetlamp poles with
A summer of transformation
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2025-10-28
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I started my first internship two months ago. Living alone in Hangzhou, far from my family and familiar surroundings, I often felt lonely. Although Hangzhou is a bustling and lively city, each time I finished work and returned to my empty dorm room, a wave of loneliness would wash over me. Without my parents’ reminders or friends by my side, I sometimes felt as though my life had become holl...
JIANG Sijia
I started my first internship two months ago. Living alone in Hangzhou, far from my family and familiar surroundings, I often felt lonely. Although Hangzhou is a bustling and lively city, each time I finished work and returned to my empty dorm room, a wave of loneliness would wash over me. Without my parents’reminders or friends by my side, I sometimes felt as though my life had become hollow—as if all the burdens rested solely on my shoulders.However, as time went by, I gradually adapted to thi
Escape the city: camping trip to Bentong, Malaysia
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2025-10-28
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A day before Malaysia’s Merdeka holiday on August 30th, my mom decided to go camping with her colleagues and their families. My brother and I happily agreed, as it had been a long time since we’d been out in nature. Along with our daily necessities and clothes, we even packed a steamboat pot and ingredients, planning to enjoy a steamboat dinner under the stars.When we arrived in Bentong, the wea...
CHUA Chengfei
A day before Malaysia’s Merdeka holiday on August 30th, my mom decided to go camping with her colleagues and their families. My brother and I happily agreed, as it had been a long time since we’d been out in nature. Along with our daily necessities and clothes, we even packed a steamboat pot and ingredients, planning to enjoy a steamboat dinner under the stars.When we arrived in Bentong, the weather was scorching. Sweat kept rolling down my face, and for a moment, I doubted whether this camping
Beating into a new chapter: diary at the international students’ opening ceremony
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2025-10-28
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My return to campus came a little later than planned. I rushed in with my luggage, only to find that rehearsals for the 24 Festive Drums were already in their final stage. As a member of the International Students Art Group’s 24 Festive Drums team, I’d been invited to perform at the opening ceremony for international students—and now I had just three days to catch up.It had been a long time sinc...
CHUA Chengfei
My return to campus came a little later than planned. I rushed in with my luggage, only to find that rehearsals for the 24 Festive Drums were already in their final stage. As a member of the International Students Art Group’s 24 Festive Drums team, I’d been invited to perform at the opening ceremony for international students—and now I had just three days to catch up.It had been a long time since I last touched a drum. The moment my fingers met the drumhead, it felt almost unfamiliar. My teammat
A summer of work and leisure
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2025-10-28
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During the summer holidays of 2024, I flew back to Malaysia almost immediately to escape Hangzhou’s sweltering heat. In contrast, during the summer of 2025, I chose to remain in Hangzhou throughout July before returning to Malaysia in August. These two distinct decisions over consecutive years brought me entirely different experiences.Initially, I had planned not to return home this summer, hopin...
CHUA Chengfei
During the summer holidays of 2024, I flew back to Malaysia almost immediately to escape Hangzhou’s sweltering heat. In contrast, during the summer of 2025, I chose to remain in Hangzhou throughout July before returning to Malaysia in August. These two distinct decisions over consecutive years brought me entirely different experiences.Initially, I had planned not to return home this summer, hoping instead to participate in some projects and gain internship experience. However, due to time constr
A week of philosophical exploration: my online journey with Professor Dutt
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2025-10-28
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As a Zhejiang University student passionate about the humanities, I recently participated in a five-day online philosophy exchange program led by the renowned German Professor Dutt. This virtual journey, from June 12th to 16th, became an unexpectedly transformative experience that deepened my understanding of both philosophy and myself.Each afternoon from 2:00 to 5:00, I would settle at my desk in...
ZHU Ziyu
As a Zhejiang University student passionate about the humanities, I recently participated in a five-day online philosophy exchange program led by the renowned German Professor Dutt. This virtual journey, from June 12th to 16th, became an unexpectedly transformative experience that deepened my understanding of both philosophy and myself.Each afternoon from 2:00 to 5:00, I would settle at my desk in the dormitory, laptop open and notebook ready, connecting with fellow philosophy enthusiasts from a
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...
SEE Tzeying
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...
XU Shiman
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
Conquering Heights , Embracing Growth
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2025-06-23
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Weekends at university often blend into a haze of routines, but my Sunday afternoons now come with a unique challenge: scaling the climbing wall in our campus gym. What started as a casual attempt to try something new has become a personal battle against my long-standing fear of heights.The wall stands nearly 12 meters tall, its colorful grips forming a vertical puzzle. Each climb begins with dete...
JIANG Sijia
Weekends at university often blend into a haze of routines, but my Sunday afternoons now come with a unique challenge: scaling the climbing wall in our campus gym. What started as a casual attempt to try something new has become a personal battle against my long-standing fear of heights.The wall stands nearly 12 meters tall, its colorful grips forming a vertical puzzle. Each climb begins with determination, but halfway up, my confidence falters. The ground seems to shrink beneath me, my pulse qu
XU Xiaolu
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NG Jingying
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SEE Tzeying
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Hong Dan Qi
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DONG Ziyi
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Ming Xuen Amelia
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XIA Jiangnan
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HE Yijing
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