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...
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...
Engineering excellence: a JI journey with Sofia Lai Velasquez Shum

Engineering excellence: a JI journey with Sofia Lai Velasquez Shum

Editor’s Note: 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...
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...
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...
JI faculty member receives MediaTek excellent research award

JI faculty member receives MediaTek excellent research award

The University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute (UM-SJTU JI, JI hereafter) faculty member Aimin Tang has become a recipient of the inaugural MediaTek Advanced Research Center (MARC) Excellent Research Award. Tang received an Honorable Mention...