The recently announced 2023 ranking of the number of academicians and alumni of Chinese universities has attracted widespread attention. To some extent, this ranking reflects the level of education and overall strength of each university. Tsinghua University and Peking University once again held the top spot with their large number of academician alumni, demonstrating their preeminent position in the field of science and technology. Universities such as Nanjing University, Jilin University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, and Xi'an Jiaotong University also top the rankings, and these schools have won the favor of many outstanding scientists with their excellent academic environment and excellent research results.
It is worth mentioning that China University of Geosciences and Southwest Jiaotong University rank 16th in terms of the number of alumni, standing side by side with Xi'an Jiaotong University. It also shows that these schools have achieved remarkable results in cultivating scientific talents. In addition, universities such as University of Science and Technology Beijing, Xidian University, Beijing Institute of Technology, China University of Petroleum, China University of Mining and Technology, and East China University of Science and Technology have also made remarkable achievements on the road of actively cultivating academician talents. Although the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China has a relatively small number of alumni, its influence in the field of science and technology cannot be ignored.
As can be seen from the above ranking of the number of academicians and alumni, most of the top schools are science and engineering schools. This reflects the competitive advantage of science and engineering disciplines in the current job market. In the eyes of many students and parents, choosing to study science and engineering can create more opportunities for future employment. Science and engineering are specialized and practical, and students are often equipped with technical skills and professional abilities, making it easier for them to find suitable positions in the job market. In contrast, liberal arts students may face certain difficulties in the job market, as liberal arts majors are relatively broad and abstract, and there are relatively few job search options.
However, while science and engineering disciplines have an advantage in the job market, this does not mean that liberal arts students do not have opportunities to develop. Comparatively speaking, liberal arts students have more choices when choosing to apply for positions such as civil servants and public institutions, and the treatment is relatively good. In addition, liberal arts students continue to have a wide range of employment opportunities in fields such as international relations, journalism, and education. Therefore, in the choice of development direction, students need to consider comprehensively according to their own interests and personal qualities.
It can be seen from the ranking of the number of academicians and alumni that colleges and universities have made certain achievements in cultivating scientific talents. This is not only a recognition of the quality of university education, but also an affirmation of China's scientific and technological progress. In my opinion, colleges and universities should further strengthen the construction of scientific research strength, improve the quality of education, and make greater contributions to the country's scientific innovation and talent training.
In addition, we cannot measure the overall strength of a university only by the number of academician alumni. Colleges and universities should pay attention to cultivating students' innovation ability and comprehensive quality, and provide students with a broad platform for development. Only by cultivating batches of outstanding professionals and providing them with a good scientific research environment and development opportunities can we truly realize the mission and value of universities.
When choosing a major and career path, students should consider it comprehensively according to their own interests and potential. Whether it is a science and engineering discipline or a liberal arts discipline, as long as we study diligently, actively participate in scientific research practice and social practice, and constantly improve our personal quality and ability, we can succeed in our chosen field. The most important thing is that we should insist on the enthusiasm for learning and the pursuit of knowledge, continue to explore and innovate, and make our own contributions to the realization of China's goal of becoming a strong country in science and technology.