At SJTU, Hamza found a place for innovation—and the courage to keep exploring.

Hamza Boukili, from France and Morocco, is a teacher at SJTU Paris Elite Institute of Technology. When he first arrived at SJTU, he was deeply impressed by the university’s—and Shanghai’s—strong support and enthusiasm for innovation and entrepreneurship. This atmosphere encouraged him to move beyond teaching and research, and to further explore entrepreneurial practices and the broader possibilities of technology-driven development.

From participating in the Xuhui District Innovation Talent Summit to receiving his foreigner’s permanent residence card and becoming a “new Shanghainese,” Hamza’s SJTU journey has continued to grow, connecting him more deeply with the city.

Let us step into Hamza’s SJTU moments and feel how openness, innovation, and a sense of belonging come together here.