The Center for the Humanities and Social Sciences was established at International Campus, Zhejiang University on May 9, 2018. Dean He Lianzhen presided at the opening ceremony.

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has awarded ZJUI Adjunct professor Billie F. Spencer Jr. the 2018 Nathan M. Newmark Medal “for pioneering work, innovations, and leadership in the theory and application of advanced technologies to fundamental problems in structural engineering and mechanics, as well as for his unwavering commitment to education/mentoring of students and professional service.”