Shenzhen Technology University (SZTU) High Table Dinner for Freshmen has been highly anticipated and was held on May 15 and 16. Prof. Ruan Shuangchen, president of SZTU, Prof. Zhang Yanhong, vice president of SZTU and deans from various colleges attended the two-day banquet along with many other invited teachers and students.

SZTU High Table Dinner for Freshmen is successfully held. [Photo by International Cooperation & Student Affairs Office]

Accompanied by ceremonial music, SZTU freshmen stepped solemnly into the banquet hall in procession. After everyone taking their seat, high table guests delivered meaningful remarks to the audience.

Students enter the banquet hall in procession. [Photo by International Cooperation & Student Affairs Office]

As one of the keynote speakers, Prof. Ruan expressed his expectations for the students and his hope for SZTU in his speech. He encouraged SZTU freshmen to put into practice the western etiquette and social skills they had learned.  

Prof. Ruan delivers his opening speech. [Photo by International Cooperation & Student Affairs Office]

Amidst well-wishing toasts, cuisines were served and wonderful performances by SZTU students pushed the dinner to a new level.

Students perform instrumental ensemble. [Photo by International Cooperation & Student Affairs Office]

High table dinner has always been very popular among SZTU students. It is not only a good opportunity for them to savor delicacies and enjoy performances, but a chance to communicate with fellow students and respectable teachers and learn more about western etiquette.

Prof. Ruan Shuangchen and Prof. Holger Haldenwang enjoy the banquet with students. [Photo by International Cooperation & Student Affairs Office]