First, "Shandong Science and Technology" in the school name is homophonic with the plant "Shandong Parthenocissus".
The name "science and technology" in the university is homophonic with the plant "Parthenocissus tricuspidata", which is one of the sources that many people call the school "Parthenocissus tricuspidata". In the local area, many people changed the abbreviation of "SDUST" to "PSH" to show their love and respect for the school.
Second, there are many "Parthenocissus" plants planted on campus.
Parthenocissus tricuspidata is a common climbing plant, its leaves are unique and elastic, and the light and humidity in different positions have great influence on its growth and display. On the campus of Shandong University of Science and Technology, there are many climbing plants named "Parthenocissus tricuspidata". These climbing plants that are perpendicular to the surface of buildings or climb on trees often receive special attention.
Third, the school often combines Parthenocissus tricuspidata with the school emblem.
In addition to jokes, Shandong University of Science and Technology's "Parthenocissus tricuspidata" has also become one of the cultural symbols of the school. The charm of this plant is combined with the school concept and becomes an important part of the school logo and student activities. In school libraries, teaching buildings, dormitory buildings and other places, you can often see articles and signs printed with the pattern of "Parthenocissus tricuspidata" on the basis of the logo of "Shandong University of Science and Technology".