Open university campuses provide advantages such as creating an energetic atmosphere, allowing public access to resources like libraries and facilities, and contributing to the community. However, challenges include potential overcrowding during busy times and the difficulty in controlling all visitors. Despite concerns about confidentiality, many believe that the benefits of open campuses outweigh the negatives, as they foster engagement with the public and offer various opportunities for people to interact with and benefit from the university environment.
Dear listeners, get ready for an encore as we revisit some of our favorite episodes from the year! In the height of winter, the Weiming Lake ice rink on the campus of Peking University is open to all skating enthusiasts. With spring, the cherry blossoms of Wuhan University attract millions of visitors both locally and from across the country. There are a lot of pros and cons for universities to open their campuses to the general public, and is there a right or wrong answer to the question: should university campuses stay open? On the show: Laiming, Niu Honglin & Steve Hatherly