Here is the weekly report on forum activities.
Report Period: August 25, 2025 – September 1, 2025
Total New Posts: 375
Total New Topics: 25
Top User: @nocatnozzz
Overview
The final week of August marked a period of significant transition for the forum community, characterized by the dual experiences of current students returning to school and recent graduates embarking on their university journeys. Discussions were dominated by adjustments to new academic schedules, critiques of increasingly restrictive school policies, and poignant reflections on the past. The stark contrast between the structured life of a university freshman and the remembered freedoms of high school became a central narrative, while ongoing debates about digital resource access and device management highlighted a growing disconnect between students and administration. Amid these serious topics, the community’s vibrant social fabric was on full display through humor, creative writing, and introspective conversations.
A Graduate’s Chronicle: The University Experience
The most significant thread of the week was a raw, unfolding diary of university life from recent graduate @nocatnozzz. In a long and detailed topic titled “离了我北就觉得我北哪哪哪都更好了——本科生活吐槽贴,” they chronicle the trials of their first few days, starting with a grueling military training regimen. The posts offer a candid look at the challenges of adjusting to a new environment, from baffling online military theory classes where the instructor and materials are barely audible or visible, to the anxieties of dorm life and making new friends. Through a series of updates, @nocatnozzz shares anecdotes about navigating campus bureaucracy, such as the multi-day ordeal of registering an electric bike, and the physical and mental exhaustion of a packed schedule, which left them and their classmates feeling sick and overwhelmed. This thread became a real-time account of the shock and adaptation that many graduates face.
The Old School vs. The New World
A powerful undercurrent in @nocatnozzz’s narrative is the constant comparison between their new university life and their high school experience. The thread’s title itself suggests a newfound appreciation for their alma mater. They observe that the skills honed in high school, particularly the ability to find information and multitask effectively, have proven invaluable. The diversity of their new dorm, which houses students from top Beijing schools and the famously rigorous Hengshui system, provides a backdrop for reflecting on different educational cultures. In a moment of clarity, they realize that despite past complaints, “My high school was still too happy.” This sentiment is echoed by others, with user @Michael-MiaoX noting that students from their school carry a distinctive mark that sets them apart. This dialogue provides a space for graduates to process their transition and for current students, like @YOURDAD, to voice their own anxieties about the future.
Back to School: New Rules and Old Concerns
Meanwhile, current students faced their own set of changes as the new school year began. The official school schedule was released in the “起始課” topic, revealing a compressed timetable that notably shortens the lunch break. This change, coupled with new teacher assignments, sparked immediate discussion. The sense of a more rigid environment was further amplified by the new course selection system, described in “选课扫码了.” Members like @phaner-D lamented the loss of freedom compared to previous years, noting the system felt more restrictive. The pressure of the new system was tangible, with @oranlu making a public plea for more students to enroll in a creative writing class to prevent its cancellation. This confluence of changes paints a picture of an evolving school culture that many alumni feel is a departure from the one they knew, as @Adler mused, “> The good old days are all in the memory.” (ref)
The Battle for Digital Access
A major point of contention this week revolved around the school’s management of digital resources. A new topic, “学校正希望将语雀中毕业生踢出,” revealed the administration’s plan to remove alumni from the school’s Yuque knowledge base to manage user limits. An official email response stated that graduates’ continued access was deemed of “no help” to current students, a justification that was met with significant pushback. This issue is part of a broader, troubling trend of tightening digital controls. It connects directly to the ongoing debate surrounding the mandatory tablet management system, which is being extended from the preparatory department to the high school. In the long-running “请愿书” thread, @RuletheWaves noted that the previously submitted student petition has seemingly fallen on deaf ears as the school proceeds with even stricter device limitations.
Community Culture: Reflection, Humor, and Creativity
Beyond institutional critiques, the forum thrived as a space for social interaction and personal expression. The ongoing thread “一些些上高三的感想（被迫版）” featured a fascinating discussion about the influence of veteran user @suen. Members like @gggggg, @Adler, and @cnboy reflected on how their interactions with @suen have shaped their thinking and growth, with @Syd_Waters wisely noting that learning to “reasonably question suen” is a sign of true development. On a lighter note, the “来点梗图” and “垃圾筒
” topics remained popular outlets for humor and daily life snapshots, including pictures of a campus flooded by heavy rain. The community’s creative spirit was also evident in @cnboy’s thoughtful piece comparing “中学生与吸血鬼的共同点,” which prompted a philosophical response from the AI bot @Grok, and in @suen’s sharing of poetry in “把一株青菜种到星辰中间.”
Key Insights and Trends
A Widening Gulf Between Past and Present
A dominant trend is the growing sense of dissonance experienced by recent graduates. @nocatnozzz’s detailed accounts of university life serve as the primary evidence, where every challenge—from navigating social dynamics to dealing with bureaucratic inefficiency—sparks a nostalgic comparison to their high school. This isn’t just simple homesickness; it’s a recognition that the unique, often more liberal, environment of their alma mater is not the norm. This reflection is also seen in smaller moments, like @Ellen_Joe’s post marking the one-year anniversary of a past event, underscoring how alumni use the forum to anchor their memories.
Institutional Control Becomes More Formalized
Across several threads, a clear pattern of increased institutional control is visible. The school’s decision to gatekeep its Yuque knowledge base from graduates is a prime example of this “tidying up” of resources at the expense of community continuity. This move, combined with the more rigid course selection process and the expansion of the controversial tablet management system, suggests a systemic shift towards a more regulated student experience. As users point out, these policies are being implemented despite unresolved issues and student opposition, indicating a top-down approach that prioritizes control over flexibility.
The Forum as a Space for Introspection
The forum continues to be a crucial platform for personal reflection. The earnest discussion about @suen’s influence shows a community mature enough to analyze its own internal dynamics and members’ personal development. This is complemented by deeply personal posts, such as @Xuqisi’s poignant reflection on growing conflict with their parents and the complex feelings associated with leaving home for university. These threads demonstrate that beyond school news and memes, the forum provides a vital outlet for navigating the emotional challenges of adolescence and young adulthood.
Meta-Discussions on Forum Functionality
Finally, there’s a noticeable interest in the platform itself. In the “
維護記錄” topic, users inquired about the disappearance of the weekly summary and user leaderboard, features they valued for community engagement. In a separate thread titled “积分榜呢？,” @Adler proposed a solution: making the general “user directory” more accessible as a way to maintain visibility of the forum’s active population. These discussions highlight an engaged user base that is invested in the health and transparency of its own digital commons.
Last edited by @suen 2025-09-01T00:34:15Z