On September 19, Shenzhen Technology University (SZTU) welcomed 1,596 new undergraduates from ten provinces in China. 103 graduate students and 4 doctoral students were also admitted. These young men and women will open a brand-new chapter here at SZTU.

SZTU welcomes new students on Orientation Day. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

At seven in the early morning, staff members and student volunteers were all set to welcome the freshmen and their families on campus, at Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and Shenzhen Pingshan Railway Station.

Volunteers welcome new students at the airport and the railway station. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

Prof. Zhang Jihong, secretary of the Party committee of SZTU, Prof. Ruan Shuangchen, president of SZTU, Prof. Zhang Yanhong, deputy secretary of the Party Committee and secretary of Committee for Discipline Inspection and Prof. Xu Gang, vice president of SZTU welcomed new students on campus.

 

University leaders welcome the freshmen around the campus. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

In order to ensure a smooth Orientation Day due to the ongoing pandemic prevention and control, SZTU made thorough arrangements for the registration procedures. It was mandatory to sterilize luggage, check temperature and verify health QR code for all new students and their parents coming to the campus together.

 

The registration follows simplified and safe procedures. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

A Green Channel was also set to help needed students, providing loans for them or allowing them to delay paying tuitions. This policy has benefited over 40 freshmen.

After the registration, students checked in at their assigned dormitories and had the first meal at the canteen. Different Chinese cuisine and western-style food were available.

Students check in at their dormitories and enjoy the first meal at SZTU. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

On Orientation Day, we can see the “Red Vests” — the student volunteers everywhere. Their presence could be felt around the campus, from registration sites to dormitory compound, and even at the airport and railway station.

Student volunteers show up wherever they are needed. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

This year, new undergraduate students were welcomed by 11 colleges. Each student received unique gifts from the college including a bag and a uniform.

 

New students pose for pictures happily. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

New students take photos in front of the photo booth backdrop. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

The freshmen held expectations of the new life at SZTU. Many were impressed by the university philosophy, training model, advanced equipment and strong teaching team of SZTU. Some parents also expressed their confidence in SZTU’s potential and hoped that their kids can work hard in the next four years.

The Orientation Day at SZTU was shown live on different platforms including WeChat, TikTok, Sina Weibo and Bilibili. Southern Metropolis Daily, Shenzhen TV and other media also reported on the event.

After the busy day, these young freshmen will join the SZTU community, grow up along with the university and tell new stories.

 

A special light show is held in the evening. [Photo/Party Affairs Committee Publicity Office]

Go ahead, 2020!

Go ahead, SZTUers!

Drafted by Daisy（姚琦）/ International Cooperation & Student Affairs Office

Edited by International Cooperation & Student Affairs Office