Pursuing a Ph.D. at UNNC was a goal I set for myself upon completing my undergraduate studies. That is why I chose to continue with my postgraduate studies here. UNNC’s vibrant academic atmosphere, its open and inclusive campus culture, and the strong support of the faculty all reinforced my decision. I feel incredibly fortunate to have met my supervisor, Yueyue Zhang, and to have become one of her students. Returning to campus three months after graduation, I’m filled with a sense of excitement and solid confidence, eager to embark on a new chapter of my academic journey here!

From the moment I joined UNNC in 2022, I knew for sure that the one-year MA programme would be far from enough for me. The beautiful campus, the modern and resourceful library, the learning experience of a truly international university not far from home, and all my supportive professors…the list goes on. They have not only helped me develop myself and complete the MA degree, but have also paved the way for me to continue in Academia. It’s good to be back! As a PhD student, life is going to be completely different. I’m grateful for the warm support of Graduate School, starting from the admission process. By communicating promptly and providing all the necessary tools for our research, it is obvious that UNNC highly values the work of its PGRs. Together with the expertise of many amazing world-class scholars, I feel very confident to freely explore the academic world and grow strong in my own research area. Doing a PhD is not easy. But we value it because it’s hard. I thank UNNC for giving me this opportunity, and please allow me to express my deepest gratitude to our beloved late President Yang Fujia for creating such a wonderful university.