The Optimizing Chinese University Ceremonies: Strategies for Enhancing Psychological Well-Being and Personal Growth of Students

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             The objectives of this research were: 1) To explore the forms and characteristics of university ceremonies; 2) To analyze the functions of university ceremonies in supporting students' psychological well-being and personal growth; 3) To investigate how university ceremonies can help students cope with mental health issues and enhance adaptability; 4) To provide recommendations for optimizing university ceremonies to better support students.
            The sample for this study consisted of literature and existing research on university ceremonies and their impact on students. They were selected by conducting a comprehensive review of relevant academic publications and institutional reports. The research instrument for data collection was a systematic literature review and analysis of existing studies.
           The statistics for data analysis included qualitative content analysis of the collected literature and synthesis of findings from multiple studies.
           The research results were found as follows: 1) The main forms of university ceremonies include ceremonies, celebratory ceremonies, and commemorative ceremonies; 2) Key characteristics of university ceremonies are educational, cultural, large-scale, performative, and symbolic; 3) University ceremonies positively impact identity recognition, organizational cohesion, moral education, value recognition, historical inheritance, cultural dissemination, and emotional experience; 4) These ceremonies can enhance students' adaptability by providing emotional support and establishing social networks.
          Suggestions include optimizing university ceremonies to better address students' psychological needs, incorporating more interactive and student-centered elements, and aligning ceremony content with contemporary student values and challenges.