“Self-reliance self-discipline self-improvement” echoes in the air around \u7406\u5de5\u697cL2. This motto encapsulates the spirit of Shenzhen University. We stand before one of its buildings. Shenzhen University is more than just bricks and mortar. It embodies Shenzhen’s meteoric rise.
Shenzhen itself transformed from a humble fishing village. It became a global tech hub. This transformation began in 1979 when Shenzhen became a Special Economic Zone. The aim was to develop infrastructure with support from leading universities. Peking University Tsinghua University and Renmin University of China helped.
\u7406\u5de5\u697cL2 is part of this story. It is a vital component of Shenzhen University. The university was established in 1983. Zhang Wei became its first president. He was also the former vice-president of Tsinghua University.
Deng Xiaoping personally approved Shenzhen University. Jiang Zemin penned the university’s characters. Many leaders have visited. Nobel Prize winner Dr. Yang Zhenning also came here. Donations poured in from businesses and academics. They supported the university’s growth.
Shenzhen University quickly gained recognition. In 1995 it passed undergraduate program evaluations. In 1996 it was accredited for Master’s programs. Research became a focus from 2017. The university invested heavily in modern labs.
The university now has 27 colleges. They offer 96 undergraduate majors and many Master’s and doctoral programs. The faculty consists of over 3455 staff members. It includes distinguished academicians. They are from the Chinese Academy of Engineering and Sciences.
Research is central to Shenzhen University’s mission. In 2014 it produced 846 SCI cited papers. The university actively patents and markets its inventions. The library holds a vast collection. It has millions of resources in paper and digital formats.
Shenzhen University’s students come from diverse backgrounds. They include undergraduates postgraduates and international students. The university also collaborates with foreign institutions. It offers joint programs with universities in Great Britain.
The university’s rankings reflect its growing prominence. It consistently ranks among the top universities in China and Asia. Notably it excels in the Nature Index rankings for young universities.
One of Shenzhen University’s notable alumni is Ma Huateng. He is the founder of Tencent. The Affiliated High School of Shenzhen University is connected to the university.
Shenzhen University stands as a symbol. It embodies Shenzhen’s rapid development and innovative spirit. As we stand here before \u7406\u5de5\u697cL2 we witness the fusion of education research and progress that defines Shenzhen. The building contributes to Shenzhen University’s 2.90 square kilometers of campus space. The university’s location on the coastline of Houhai Bay adds to its beauty. It inspires all who pass through its doors.