"The first impressions"

Sitting quietly on the campus, I observed everything happening around me: the carefree laughter of first-year students, the sound of footsteps, the lively discussions of study groups… each person doing their own thing, creating a bustling atmosphere. Suddenly, I felt so small and a little scared. I didn't know if, with my introverted personality, I could fit in with this group. But thankfully, I don't regret the decisions I made because now I have a "loving Chinese Studies family" by my side. A place where I can share my thoughts and feelings.

I'm very happy that my choices were the right ones. I was once hesitant about choosing between the Faculty of Humanities and the Faculty of Education. My whole family wanted me to study education because they thought it would be a relatively easy and less competitive profession for a girl. But I didn't like the idea because studying education would confine me to certain standards, and I would remain a shy girl, unable to break out of my shell. I believe that without competition and challenges, a person cannot grow. Therefore, I decided to choose the Faculty of Humanities as the school that would accompany me for the next four years.

Indeed, it has given me a new perspective on life. Although I'm only a freshman and haven't had any particularly memorable experiences at school yet, I feel something very different compared to high school. While high school was just about going to class and studying, now as a university student, there are so many extracurricular activities. The dynamism, youthfulness, and vivacity of most of the students have helped me integrate well. Not only that, the teachers are very dedicated and caring towards their students. They are always willing to help students with anything they can. In this group, I feel more cared for and loved, and I'm free to express my opinions without being forced to follow any rules – it's very comfortable. However, this comfort still has its limits, perfectly suited to students. Even so, sometimes I still feel a little scared, especially when I have to go to the training office, the political affairs office, and the student affairs office. I don't know if it's because I'm not used to it yet, but every time I have to go see the professors, I have to prepare myself very carefully. And although nothing bad has ever happened to me, I still feel scared. Every time I go to see the professors, I have to tell myself that they're just too busy, that it's nothing serious, that I'm not disliked, and that if I get scolded, I can learn from it. That helps me become a little more confident. Therefore, I feel very lucky to be a member of the Faculty of Humanities, especially the Chinese Studies department. Everyone is friendly and helpful, without jealousy or animosity. The Faculty of Humanities has helped me improve myself a lot, gradually accumulating the necessary skills to become independent and stand on my own two feet in the future. The comprehensive teaching and training methods help students gain a broader and more far-sighted perspective in all fields.

Although the campus size and architecture may not be comparable to many other universities nationwide, it will leave a special mark on generations of students. The small space is surprisingly airy and has a familiar feel that helps alleviate homesickness for students studying far from home. This is the motivation for us to strive. I believe that the Faculty of Humanities will always be with me throughout the next four years, helping me realize the dreams and aspirations I cherish.