Campus Life
JI international freshmen embrace a fresh start to college life

JI international freshmen embrace a fresh start to college life

The international freshmen enrolled in 2024 at the University of Michigan – Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) experienced an engaging start in September to their first semester on the SJTU Minhang campus, which was made possible through the dedicated efforts of JI faculty and staff.

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Under the autumn stars: JI welcome party sparks joy and love

Under the autumn stars: JI welcome party sparks joy and love

In the crisp embrace of autumn, the University of Michigan – Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) held an unforgettable Welcome Party for the new students enrolled in 2024 at Long Bin Building, marking a significant milestone for their academic journey on the SJTU campus.

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Engineering excellence: a JI journey with Sofia Lai Velasquez Shum

Engineering excellence: a JI journey with Sofia Lai Velasquez Shum

Sofia Lai Velasquez Shum’s story is one of curiosity, passion, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. Born in Costa Rica in 2003, Sofia has always had a natural inclination towards learning and exploring new horizons. Now a junior in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter), Sofia is living a dream she has nurtured since childhood.

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JI holds commencement ceremony for Class of 2024

JI holds commencement ceremony for Class of 2024

The 2024 University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI,JI hereafter) Commencement Ceremony took place at Jing Jing Auditorium of the SJTU Minhang campus on August 9. The ceremony, hosted by JI Associate Dean for Undergraduate Education Gang Zheng, was attended by Class of 2024 graduates, parents, faculty and staff members, as well as invited guests.

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JI hosts “Starlight” graduation party for Class of 2024

JI hosts “Starlight” graduation party for Class of 2024

The University of Michigan – Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) hosted a grand gala at Long Bin Building for the Class of 2024 undergraduate graduates, marking a beautiful end to their incredible journey at the joint institute.

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Cultivating resilience: a JI journey with Stephen Yeap Weller

Cultivating resilience: a JI journey with Stephen Yeap Weller

Stephen Yeap Weller, a 23-year-old Malaysian, embodies a spirit of tenacity and dedication that has guided him through various chapters of his life. Currently pursuing his studies in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter), Stephen shares his unique journey from competitive swimming to spiritual exploration and his quest for knowledge in technology.

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Embracing diversity: a JI journey with Niladri Saha Saccha

Embracing diversity: a JI journey with Niladri Saha Saccha

Editor’s Note: Niladri Saha Saccha, a Bangladeshi student, embarked on a transformative journey at the University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) in Fall 2021. As he approaches the culmination of his undergraduate...

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Costa Rican student shares beauty of JI experience in China

Costa Rican student shares beauty of JI experience in China

What is life like as an international student studying at the University of Michigan – Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) in Shanghai, China? Sofia Velasquez Shum from the Latin American country of Costa Rica gives an answer with...

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New ISA team vows to make JI a home away from home

New ISA team vows to make JI a home away from home

International students of the University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) gathered at CIMC Auditorium of Long Bin Building on the evening of October 23 for a “Love, Death & Robots Stream Night”, an event featuring lucky draw, movie-watching, free popcorn and drinks that also serves to announce the formation of the new international student association (ISA) team.

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