Zhejiang International Studies University (ZISU) kicked off the spring semester with a vibrant new wave of global talent, as the university completed the registration of its new international student cohort on March 5. Welcoming 132 new international students for the 2026 spring intake, ZISU has achieved a substantial year-on-year growth in international enrollment. To date, the university hosts a total of 545 international students, with both the overall student volume and the number of represented countries hitting record highs in the university’s history.
The newly enrolled students come from 25 countries and regions across the world, including Russia, Italy, Kyrgyzstan, Morocco, South Korea, France, and Mexico. Notably, the university has first-time incoming students from Honduras, Lebanon, the United Kingdom, and Djibouti, expanding its global reach to 62 countries worldwide. The growing international community further diversifies the campus cultural landscape and fosters a more inclusive, multicultural learning atmosphere at ZISU.
On the day of orientation, Zhang Huanzhou, President of ZISU, alongside Vice Presidents Zhang Liang and Chai Gaiying, visited the reception site. They inquired in detail about the registration workflow and services, showing their appreciation of the staff and volunteers for their hard work.
The university leaders also visited the language proficiency testing center to observe the entrance assessment work and exchanged views with Mi Nan, a faculty member from the International College in charge of the assessment. In addition, the team inspected international student dormitories and talked with newly enrolled Italian students Zhu Mingyue (Alessandra) and Mario. During the conversation, the leaders learned about their adaptation to campus life and academic planning, encouraging them to integrate into campus life as soon as possible and pursue fruitful studies at ZISU.
Sharing her expectations for campus life, Zhu Mingyue noted that she chose ZISU based on positive feedback from senior alumni. “Former graduates told me that ZISU has good professors, friendly peers, and excellent academic and living environments. That’s why I decided to study here,” she said cheerfully.
In recent years, ZISU has prioritized internationalization as a core development strategy. By optimizing its international talent cultivation system and improving the quality of international student education and services, the university has elevated its global influence and educational competitiveness. The successful enrollment of the Spring 2026 international student cohort marks another milestone in ZISU’s international education development. Moving forward, it will further deepen global educational cooperation, deliver high-quality international education resources, and cultivate outstanding global talents with a profound understanding of China and friendship toward the country.
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