On March 20, Zhishan College had the honor of hosting Professor Richard Freeman, a distinguished labor economist from Harvard University, for a thought-provoking lecture titled “Grandparents to the Rescue? The Impact of Grandparent Childcare on Fertility in China.” Held in the East Lecture Hall, the event was part of the college’s ongoing Labor Economics Dialogue Series, moderated by Profess...
From June 25th to July 3rd, 2025, the Zhishan GDD team journeyed into Changning County, Sichuan. Amidst the karst mountains and vast bamboo seas, they embarked on a field study exploring villages, industries, and the profound connection between people and the land.We wandered through emerald bamboo forests and stepped into sun-dappled rural courtyards. Here, the soil was soft underfoot, and con...
This summer, the GDD composed of 13 students, 4 teaching assistants, and Professor Sun Zhen, ventured into Yizhuang—Beijing's fertile ground for the digital economy. Over ten days of investigation and visits, the team not only accessed cutting-edge information on AI enterprises and data platforms but also actively participated in exploring the topic of "how data elements can be implemented and...
In the golden autumn of October, Tsinghua University is filled with a vibrant academic atmosphere. On the afternoon of October 19th, Zhishan College successfully held its inaugural "Pursuit of Excellence" Learning Journey Festival in the back hall of the main building. Centered around the College's signature course, "Global Deep Dive", the event showcased its implementation methodology and stud...
From August 28 to 30, 2025, student representatives from Zhishan College had the privilege of attending the 2025 China International Big Data Expo (referred to as the “Big Data Expo”) in Guiyang, accompanied by faculty members. It was a valuable opportunity to step into the forefront of technology and feel the pulse of the times.This year’s Expo, under the theme “Data Powers Industrial Mome...
On the afternoon of October 12, Associate Dean Jin Jun led a farm labor education team composed of students from Zhishan College and Xiuzhong College to the Tsinghua University College Farm for a themed activity titled “Cultivating the Land, Seeking Wisdom.”Set amid the rich autumn fields, Professor Jin actively participated in the farming experience and guided students to deeply reflect on t...