On the morning of December 18, 2024, the groundbreaking ceremony for the Emerging Interdisciplinary Teaching and Research Building (hereinafter referred to as the "New Building") project of Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School was successfully held on the south side of the northeast gate. The ceremony was attended by Li Zhuo, Party Secretary and Director of Shenzhen Municipal Public Works Bureau, Wang Rujin, Deputy Secretary of Shenzhen Municipal Education Working Committee, Zheng Xiaosheng, Chairman of Shenzhen SEZ Construction Group, Hao Ping, Party Secretary of Peking University, Zhang Jin, Standing Committee Member of the Party Committee, Vice President of Peking University and Chancellor of Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, Hai Wen, Vice Chairman of the University Affairs Committee and former Vice President, Shi Shouxu, former Secretary-General and former Executive Vice Chancellor of Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, and Jiang Xueyuan, Honorary Trustee of Peking University and Chairman of Shenzhen Changjiang Furniture Co., Ltd.
At the Ceremony
In his speech at the groundbreaking ceremony, Zhang Jin pointed out that the Emerging Interdisciplinary Teaching and Research Building is an important achievement of the deepening cooperation between the city and university, and serves as a crucial platform for interdisciplinary integration at the Peking University Graduate School. It will provide essential support for the Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School's development of new engineering disciplines, scientific research, and talent cultivation. Under the joint efforts of both Shenzhen and Peking University, it is hoped that the new building will be completed and put into use soon.
Zhang Jin's Speech
Yu Qi, Vice President of Shenzhen SEZ Construction Group and Chairman of Grandland Group, as the representative of the general contractor, expressed gratitude for the trust and support from the Municipal Public Works Bureau, Municipal Education Bureau, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, and all related units. With the support of all parties, SEZ Construction Group will spare no effort to advance the project construction with high quality and efficiency, aiming for modern intelligence, fully ensure project quality, and guarantee the early completion and use of the building, providing solid support for Shenzhen's promotion of technological innovation and the deep integration of education and scientific research.
Yu Qi's Speech
Gao Guanxin, Director of the Education Engineering Management Center of Shenzhen Municipal Public Works Bureau, stated that with the strong support of relevant municipal and district departments, and the full cooperation of PKU Shenzhen Graduate School, they will collaborate with all construction parties, fully leverage the bureau's professional advantages, and adhere to the principles of quality-first and design-priority. They will establish a commitment to excellence, carefully plan and design, organize construction scientifically, and overcome all challenges. The project will be built into a "high-quality project" that meets contemporary requirements, fulfills research needs, and embodies innovative spirit, becoming an iconic building that withstands the test of time and scientific research practice.
Gao Guanxin's Speech
After the speeches concluded, the attending leaders, guests, and student representatives went on stage together to push the launch lever, marking the official commencement of construction for the Emerging Interdisciplinary Teaching and Research Building project at Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School.
Groundbreaking Ceremony
The construction of the Emerging Interdisciplinary Teaching and Research Building marks a significant milestone in the development of Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School. The new building's construction will fully embody the concept of interdisciplinary integration and collaborative innovation, promoting deep integration among science and engineering colleges in terms of spatial planning. In the future, the completion and operation of the building will inject new vitality into the development of Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, making greater contributions to cultivating outstanding talents and advancing technological innovation.
After the groundbreaking ceremony, Hao Ping conducted an on-site inspection of the PKU Shenzhen Graduate School campus environment and the STL building.
Hao Ping Visits Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School
On the afternoon of the 17th, Hao Ping and his delegation met with key leaders of the Shenzhen Municipal Government to discuss deepening university-city cooperation and advancing key collaborative projects, and signed a special cooperation agreement between the city and university.
