On Sept. 7, the 2026 fall semester of the Sichuan Senior University (Sichuan Lao Nian Da Xue) officially commenced, with a total of 450 classes across the main campus and the Chengnan teaching site starting in an orderly manner. Senior students returned to campus, embarking on the new semester with great enthusiasm as vitality filled every corner of the university.

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On the first day of the semester, the university's senior volunteer service team set up service stations on campus to provide considerate assistance to both new and returning students, including enrollment consultation, campus navigation, and Q&A support, ensuring the smooth operation of all opening activities through meticulous volunteer services.

All eight departments at the main campus — vocal music, dance, sports and fitness, health and wellness, calligraphy and painting, language and literature, information technology, and instrumental music — have fully resumed classes, comprising a total of 396 courses. The curriculum balances traditional culture with contemporary trends, covering diverse fields such as arts, physical fitness, technology, and daily life, thereby fully meeting the varied learning needs of senior students.

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The Chengnan teaching site has continued to upgrade its facilities and educational quality. Compared with the spring semester, two additional classrooms have been added. Building upon the original four majors — vocal music, dance, fitness, and life arts — an instrumental music major has been introduced. Fourteen new classes have been launched in subjects including Tai Chi, Qigong, calligraphy and painting, artificial intelligence, and household financial management, bringing the total number of classes to 54 and serving more than 1,300 enrolled students. Meanwhile, the site has also introduced premium Mongolian dance classes and small-group yoga sessions to further meet students' demand for high-quality learning experiences.

In addition, the "Embarking on a New Journey: Seniors Showcase Their Vitality" back-to-school series of events was simultaneously launched at the main campus playground and will run through Sept 11. The event features creative photo spots, recreational garden activities, and free health consultations. Games such as lucky ball tosses and song-guessing challenges provided ample entertainment, while lucky draws offered continuous surprises. Medical experts also conducted free clinics to share health and wellness knowledge with participants. Students took commemorative photos, gathered for festive activities, and immersed themselves in the vibrant back-to-school atmosphere amid laughter and joy.

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