Mechanical Engineering (ME) school of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) has received a new group of international students from all over the world to start a brandnew journey here. In order to help them get used to study progress and campus life in SJTU, ME school organized an orientation for the new international degree-seeking graduates. The orientation was hosted by Yufei Ma from ME International Students Union (undergraduate of 2016 grade).

The academic session was introduced by Ms Eacy Liu from Postgraduate Affairs Office. The orientation included overview of ME school, M.S. and Ph.D. programs, the Graduate Information Management System and practical information (e.g. calendar and websites).

The campus life was introduced by Ms Niko Zhang from International Liaison Office. She shared details of offices contacts, campus life and scholarship signing etc. An introduction of transportation, campus card, libraries, canteens and stadiums was offered. She encouraged the international students to take anactive part in SJTU clubs and ME activities.

The law andsafety preach was given by Ms Zhao from Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau Culture Defense Department. She reminded the students to pay attention to property safety by introducing several common scam. The Chinese laws andrules, related to religious activities, public security, fire control andtraffic safety was also emphasized.

At last, MEISU invited Sikander Sheikh, a third year master student at SJTU-ME, to share his experience in SJTU. Sikander Sheikh shared his career in China, feelings about China and SJTU and advices in studies and social life. He made a special mention of the importance of learning Chinese.

The orientation is the start of days in SJTU-ME. Wish all the new international students will enjoy their future studies and wonderful life.