Author: CHEN Liang, LUO Yuhan, LI Weimiao 

Publisher: Yangcheng Evening News 

Date: March 13, 2024

On March 12th, Jinan University hosted a youth tree-planting event, attracting the participation of approximately 50 students from the mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and various international backgrounds. More than 20 Bauhinia trees were carefully planted in the school's commercial and cultural square, lending a touch of purple romance to the campus.

(Students’planting a Bauhinia tree)

During the event, the Property Management Center of the General Affairs and Logistics Management Office at Jinan University provided comprehensive guidance on tree planting techniques and precautions. The students and faculty were then divided into small groups, working together in a coordinated and orderly manner to plant the new saplings and ensure their proper care. To address the ongoing maintenance of the young forest, Jinan University plans to establish volunteer service teams to conduct regular activities such as soil loosening, weeding, watering, and fertilizing.

(Students’planting a Bauhinia tree)

Qu Xuyan, a 21st-grade biotechnology student at Jinan University, expressed how the event not only provided her with practical knowledge in tree planting but also expanded her professional expertise, serving as a source of motivation for her future studies. She emphasized the significance of these trees as a shared memory and emotional tie for the Jinan community.

Wang Yanhan, a 22nd-grade Network and New Media student, highlighted the broader importance of Arbor Day, emphasizing its role in fostering environmental awareness and creating lasting personal connections. He envisioned the trees as a source of pride and a tangible link to his time at the university.

Antonio, a Mexican international student studying Broadcasting and Television Arts, shared her first-time experience of the joy and challenges of tree planting. She expressed how the activity allowed her to feel a sense of belonging in China and leave a meaningful mark on the campus.

Ecuadorian international student Montgomery Berrones envisioned the future, expressing how the act of planting trees cemented his role as an integral part of the university and provided a lasting connection to the campus.