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Tongji 118丨CAUP Celebration Series
Release time：2025-05-09
In this vibrant May, Tongji University will celebrate its 118th anniversary. The College of Architecture and Urban Planning of Tongji University will organize a series of exciting academic exchanges and alumni return events for this occasion. These events span a diverse intellectual spectrum: from AI-driven innovations in spatiotemporal futures to paradigm-shifting disciplinary reconstructions; from industry-academia collaborative models for cultivating outstanding engineers to interdisciplinary initiatives preserving urban cultural heritage; from empowering early-career faculty to celebrating four decades of intellectual discourse through a seminal architectural journal. The series features cutting-edge academic exchanges led by distinguished academicians, alongside heartwarming alumni reunions, together with the undimmed light of inquiry and idealism.
Highlights Overview
● Four Thematic Forums
● Multiple Academic Exchange Sessions
● Alumni Homecoming Special
● Early-Career Scholar Support Initiatives
A detailed schedule of events is provided below. We cordially invite you to join this unique convergence of scholarly discourse and institutional legacy during our 118th anniversary celebration.
Tongji University 118th Anniversary
CAUP Anniversary Academic Forums
Forum I
Excellent Talent Cultivation and Emerging Scenarios：University-Enterprise Collaborative Education Forum ll
Date/Time
14 May 2025, 13:30
Venue
Lecture Hall, 3rd Floor, Building A
Host
College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
Synopsis
This forum aligns with China's National Outstanding Engineers Education and Training Program, critically examining:
1.Innovative talent development frameworks for applied disciplines during industrial transformation
2.Industry-academia collaboration models under emerging digital-intelligent scenarios
3.Pedagogical adaptations addressing contemporary challenges in engineering education
Featured Participants
- Leading experts from architecture/design firms
- Pioneers in digital transformation applications
- CAUP faculty-student representatives
Discussion Focus
- Emerging trends in engineering education
- Cross-sectoral knowledge transfer mechanisms
- Best practices for competency-based curriculum design
Forum II
'Chongzhi Field:Al Empowering Space-TimeIntelligence Forum
Date/Time
20 May 2025, 15:00
Venue
Bell Lecture Hall, Building B
Host
College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
Overview
This forum explores cutting-edge advancements in:
- AI-driven spatiotemporal data analysis
- Intelligent methodology innovation
- Future scenario construction
Featuring presentations by academicians and domain experts, discussions will focus on:
1. Digital-technological integration in urban planning and architecture
2. Data-driven transformations in spatial cognition paradigms
3. Optimization pathways for complex urban systems
Format
- Keynote academic presentations
- Scenario unveiling ceremony
- Immersive technology demonstrations
Objective
To advance theoretical frameworks for spatiotemporal intelligence and foster interdisciplinary collaboration toward sustainable human settlements.
Forum III
Interdisciplinary and Innovation: Transformation andChallenges of the Research Paradigm
Date
Late May 2025
Venue
College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
Host
College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
Agenda
1. Historical Trajectories: Senior scholars will examine:
- Evolution of disciplinary paradigms
- Methodological integration potentials
2. Roundtable Discussion: Challenges and Strategies in Paradigm Transition addressing:
- Theoretical reformulation amid blurred disciplinary boundaries
- Balancing quantitative vs. qualitative research approaches
- Evaluation metrics for interdisciplinary scholarship
Goal
To transcend traditional academic silos and enhance architecture-related disciplines' capacity to address complex societal challenges.
Forum IV
Cross-border Joint Creation/Protecting Symbiosis:Tongji Design Anniversary Forum
Date
End of May 2025
Venue
Bell Lecture Hall, Building B
Co-hosts
- College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
- Tongji Architectural Design (Group) Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Tongji Urban Planning & Design Institute
Focus Areas
1. Urban event management
2. Historical context preservation
Case Study Presentations
- Post-disaster reconstruction projects
- Historic district conservation initiatives
Institutional Advantages
Demonstrating the Tongji Design brand's integrated approach through:
- Industry-academia-research synergy
- Comprehensive urban regeneration expertise
- Tri-institutional collaborative mechanisms
Outcome Objectives
- Develop actionable solutions for urban development
- Advance innovation in architectural and urban planning practice
Tongji University 118th Anniversary
CAUP Celebration Series:
Additional Highlights
Young Faculty Development Symposium
Empowerment, Breakthrough, and Symbiosis
Date
Early May 2025
Location
College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
Host
College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
This symposium addresses critical challenges faced by early-career faculty during their initial career phase, focusing on four core dimensions:
1. Pedagogical development
2. Research establishment
3. Professional practice integration
4. Psychological adaptation
Key Objectives
- Establish a peer-support platform for knowledge exchange
- Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration opportunities
- Develop systematic support mechanisms for career transition
The program specifically aims to
- Enhance teaching competencies (Establishing classroom presence)
- Clarify research trajectories (Identifying academic direction)
- Optimize resource networks (Building professional connections)
- Improve work-life balance (Reducing professional burnout)
Expected Outcomes
This initiative will foster sustainable career progression from initial survival to long-term growth, ultimately contributing to the advancement of architectural education and research.
Time + Architecture 40th Anniversary (200th Issue) Commemoration and Academic Forum
Date
18 May 2025
Location
- Morning Session: Lecture Hall, 3rd Floor, Building A
- Afternoon Session: Bell Lecture Hall, Building B
Host: College of Architecture and Urban Planning
Historical Context
Established in 1984 by Tongji University's Department of Architecture, the journal reaches two significant milestones in 2024:
- 40 years of continuous publication
- 200th issue publication
Commemorative Activities
1. Special Issue Publication (March 2025):
- Theme: The Interaction Between Contemporary Chinese Architecture and Media
- Sub-theme: 40 Years of Time + Architecture
- Contents: 9 scholarly articles examining the journal's academic legacy
2. Anniversary Events:
- Historical review of the journal's contributions
- Academic discussions on architectural media
- 2025 Editorial Board meeting
This celebration coincides with Tongji University's 118th anniversary, serving as both a retrospective and forward-looking initiative to shape future architectural discourse.
For detailed program information, please refer to the official announcement: [Event Title | Tongji University 118th Anniversary Series]
CAUP Alumni
Homecoming Day & Cultural Festival
Date
24 May 2025
Location
CAUP Campus
Host
College of Architecture and Urban Planning (CAUP)
Event Structure
1. Memory Trail:
- Guided tours through historic campus landmarks
- Archival exhibitions showcasing institutional legacy
2. Cultural Bazaar:
- Alumni-led design exhibitions
- Local artisan demonstrations
- Interactive installations
Program Note
As we celebrate the 118th anniversary of Tongji University, we cordially invite all alumni to revisit the iconic spaces that shaped their academic journeys - from the sycamore-lined avenues to the late-night studio lights that illuminated countless design explorations.
Additional Information
Detailed schedules and participation guidelines will be announced through official channels.
