In the vibrant campus of the University of Macau, a gathering of wisdom and responsibility has drawn to a successful close. Organized by the Supervisory Committee of the University of Macau Postgraduate Association, the UMPA Campus Proposal Competition Finale has left a remarkable mark on campus development, reflecting the shared aspirations of students and faculty for UM’s future. Let’s revisit the highlights of this grand event! 

Expert Judging Panel Ensures Fairness

The competition invited professionals from UM’s Student Affairs Office, Information and Communication Technology Department, and other units to form the judging panel. Notable judges included MR. PANG CHAP CHONG (Dean of Student Affairs), MR. SI TOU KUOK FAN (Director of Information and Communication Technology), and MS. ANITA CHAU (Head of Student Development). Their expertise and years of service ensured rigorous evaluation. At the opening ceremony, Ms. Xu Honggui, the supervisor of the Supervisory Board, presented letters of appreciation to all judges for their dedication. Their efforts guaranteed the competition’s professionalism and fairness. 

Collaborative Efforts for a New Chapter

Representatives from UMPA’s various departments also attended, including the General Assembly Presidium, Council Secretariat, Finance Office, New Media Center, Academic Affairs Department, and Event Development Department. Having served as preliminary judges, they contributed insights to refine proposals. Their presence at the finale, as key stakeholders in campus development, added energy and inspiration to the event. 

Creative Proposals Address Campus Needs

Eleven finalists presented diverse proposals: 

– Zhong Jingyao proposed streamlining the “multi-functional campus card”; 

– Liu Yulin focused on optimizing campus resources; 

– Tan Wenjia addressed Wi-Fi issues; 

– Hu Die advocated for housing improvements; 

– Huang Panmeng suggested enhancing the UM mobile app; 

– Liu Xianxian brainstormed ways to enrich campus life; 

– Dong Zheng strategized for postgraduate career development; 

– Bai Yizhen, Li Lingxiu, and Liang Xuewei proposed traffic flow improvements; 

– Yang Shuning prioritized boosting campus cultural product development. 

These proposals tackled real-world challenges through innovation, aiming to elevate campus life quality. 

Winners Announced After Intense Competition

Following rigorous evaluation, the final rankings were unveiled based on strict criteria: 

– **First Prize**: Dong Zheng’s *”Proposal for Launching a ‘Career Café’ Initiative for UM Postgraduates”* stood out for its depth, creativity, feasibility, and excellent presentation. 

– **Second Prize**: Tan Wenjia’s *”Proposal on UM Campus Wi-Fi Optimization”* and Li Lingxiu’s *”Proposal on Flexibly Increasing UM Circular Bus Services”*. 

– **Third Prize**: Huang Panmeng’s *”Proposal to Optimize the UM Mobile App“*, Bai Yizhen’s *”Proposal to Improve On-Campus Transportation“*, and Yang Shuning’s *”Proposal to Strengthen UM Cultural Product Development”*.

Congratulations to all winners! Your innovative ideas will inject fresh momentum into campus development. We also extend heartfelt gratitude to every participant—each proposal embodied profound reflection and passion for UM’s growth. It is this collective spirit that made the competition a resounding success, paving the way for meaningful campus reforms. 

Moving Forward with Gratitude

Though the competition has ended, its legacy of ideas will endure. We look forward to seeing these proposals implemented, transforming UM into an even better place. Let’s continue working together to create a brighter future for the University of Macau!