The university welcomed the 540 freshmen of the Class of 2029 from 19 provinces across China at the end of August. Carrying dreams and aspirations, these students began a new chapter at ShanghaiTech University, bringing youthful energy and joy to the campus.
Welcome board at ShanghaiTech’s East Gate.
The university leadership gave a warm welcome to the new students. Chair of the University Governing Board Jiang Mianheng, along with other university leaders including Zhu Zhiyuan, Cui Yong, and Wu Qiang, visited the welcome stations at three colleges and the Student Center. They inquired in detail about the freshmen’s registration progress, warmly greeted the freshmen and their parents, engaged in friendly conversations with them, while also expressing gratitude to the staff and volunteers working for the new students orientation. They emphasized the importance of providing excellent service to ensure that new students feel the warmth of a home.
Leaders visited freshmen to offer personal greetings inside the dormitories.
Leaders reviewed the preparations for welcoming new students on the first floor of Shangdao College.
Leaders observed the registration process at the Student Center.
Efficient one-stop registration service
To streamline the registration process and maximize efficiency, the various university departments were seamlessly coordinated. The registration location was on the first floor of the Student Center, where freshmen orderly and efficiently completed steps such as identity verification, student ID issuance, household registration transfer, and photo collection.
New students registered at the welcome station at Student Center.
College activities foster connection
The three colleges—Shangdao College, Kedao College, and Dadao College—organized a variety of engaging welcome activities to help new students quickly feel at home in the ShanghaiTech community.
Welcome activities from three colleges made new students feel at home.
At the college welcome stations, creative cultural products, interactive games, and freshman exploration activities drew enthusiastic participation, bringing students closer together and fostering a sense of belonging.
Some welcome gifts given by Shangdao College.
Volunteers light up the campus
During the two-day orientation, upperclass students wearing red, blue, and yellow volunteer vests became a vibrant presence on campus. They could be seen across the university, guiding freshmen, answering questions, and offering assistance. Their enthusiasm and warm smiles brought comfort and support to every new student.
Volunteers offered assistance for new students in registration and move-in affairs.
Orientation lecture—preparing students for university life
On the afternoon of August 29, Executive Vice President and Provost Yin Jie delivered the first orientation lecture to the Class of 2029. He introduced the university’s undergraduate education goals and distinctive features, encouraging students to actively engage and pursue well-rounded development. The Office of Undergraduate Programs also provided an overview of the undergraduate curriculum.
Yin Jie delivered an orientatin lecture.
The arrival of the Class of 2029 has injected fresh vitality into the campus. We believe that in ShanghaiTech’s vibrant atmosphere of innovation, every new member of the community will write their own brilliant chapter of youth.