On the afternoon of September 18, the 2026 Opening Ceremony and Orientation Education for International Students of was held atMeeting Room 508 of the Broadcasting Building. Eight new international students from six countries, including Madagascar, Kazakhstan, Russia, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and Thailand, gathered on campus to officially begin their new journey of study in China. Ms. Cheng Guizhen, Member of the Party Committee and Vice President, attended and delivered a speech. Heads of the International Exchange Division, the School of Visual Arts, and the School of International Communication, along with program directors, counselors, and all international students, participated in the event.
At the ceremony, Ms. Cheng Guizhen extended a warm welcome to the international students, systematically introduced the College’s distinctive experience and achievements in international student education and cultivation, and put forward three expectations for all new students: First, consolidate the foundation of academic study, dare to pursue dreams and advance, and strive to become interdisciplinary talents who master Chinese, understand China, and are proficient in their specialties. Second, step outside the classroom to understand the real China, use cameras to record and works to express, and share the real China with family and friends far away. Third, cherish the friendship of classmates, serve as ambassadors of China-foreign friendship, and become storytellers of China’s stories and builders of China-foreign friendship.
Two freshman representatives from Madagascar and Thailand spoke respectively, sharing their genuine feelings upon first entering campus, expressing their beautiful expectations for their new study life, and thanking the College for its meticulous arrangements.
At the same time, the College carried out orientation guidance focusing on key areas such as daily management, professional study, and teaching regulations. Using typical cases, detailed presentations were given on complying with Chinese laws and regulations, college rules and discipline, and strengthening safety awareness, to help international students quickly familiarize themselves with the environment, integrate into campus life, and adapt to studying and living in China.
This event not only opened the first lesson of studying in China for the 2026 international students, but also further demonstrated the vitality and warmth for international education. The College will continue to optimize its international student education management and service support system, helping students from all countries gain knowledge, build friendships, and achieve their dreams on campus.
