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An unforgettable night at Zhejiang University's New Voice Music Festival
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Last Saturday, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the New Voice Music Festival at Zhejiang University. The excitement had been building for days, and I couldn’t wait to immerse myself in the world of music.I arrived at the venue a little after 5 p.m., and the line was already long, filled with eager music lovers just like me. The anticipation was palpable as we waited for the gates to ope...
Last Saturday, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the New Voice Music Festival at Zhejiang University. The excitement had been building for days, and I couldn’t wait to immerse myself in the world of music.I arrived at the venue a little after 5 p.m., and the line was already long, filled with eager music lovers just like me. The anticipation was palpable as we waited for the gates to open. Soon, it was my turn to have my ticket checked, and I finally stepped into the festival area. The
An unforgettable journey with Zhejiang University Film Association recruitment
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2025-11-03
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Participating in the recruitment campaign for the Zhejiang University Film Association was an exhilarating experience that left me with cherished memories and a deep sense of fulfillment.My involvement began with distributing recruitment flyers across campus. As I interacted with fellow students, I felt eager to share the charm and creativity that define our film association. The most unforgettabl...
Participating in the recruitment campaign for the Zhejiang University Film Association was an exhilarating experience that left me with cherished memories and a deep sense of fulfillment.My involvement began with distributing recruitment flyers across campus. As I interacted with fellow students, I felt eager to share the charm and creativity that define our film association. The most unforgettable moment came during the midnight military training exercise. Together with my dedicated teammates,
Weekend hiking: from Nine Streams and Eighteen Gorges to Zhijiang Campus
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2025-11-03
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It has been a year since I began my study and life at Zhejiang University. After a busy week of classes and work, what we look forward to most is always the weekend. Usually, we invite friends, find a park or scenic spot, go hiking, chat, and relax. It’s the best time for us to recharge our minds and restore our energy. So, in the second week of the autumn semester, my friends and I embarked on a...
It has been a year since I began my study and life at Zhejiang University. After a busy week of classes and work, what we look forward to most is always the weekend. Usually, we invite friends, find a park or scenic spot, go hiking, chat, and relax. It’s the best time for us to recharge our minds and restore our energy. So, in the second week of the autumn semester, my friends and I embarked on an unforgettable hiking trip—from Nine Streams and Eighteen Gorges (Jiuxi Shiba Jian) to Zhijiang Camp
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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
Unveiling the beauty of Kunqu Opera at ZJU
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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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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
