On the afternoon of June 21st, the Graduation Ceremony and Degree  Awarding Ceremony for the Class of 2024 in the School of Foreign  Languages and Cultural Communication was held in the Student Activity Center. The ceremony was attended by the leaders of the school, representatives of teachers from  various majors, parent representatives, all counselors, and the  graduates of the Class of 2024.

The First Chapter: Time Flies

      The commemorative video first reviewed the rich and colorful  university life  of the graduates over the past four years, and also  sent sincere wishes  from teachers, fellow students, and younger  students.

    After the lively opening dance, the ceremony officially began.

    Dean  Zheng Peiyun, on  behalf of all faculty and students of the school,  first extended warm  congratulations to all the graduates of the Class  of 2024 who have  successfully completed their studies. She also  expressed heartfelt  gratitude to the leaders, full-time teachers, and  counselors who have  worked tirelessly to foster the healthy growth and  development of the  students over the years. Following that, Dean Zheng  offered three pieces  of encouragement: Firstly, to cultivate the  quality of refining  oneself to perfection; secondly, to embrace the  spirit of embracing  diversity and inclusiveness; and thirdly, to  possess the courage of  innovation and pioneering spirit.

    Lastly, Dean Zheng expressed her hope that as the new generation,  under the current global landscape, the graduates will keep in mind   their national mission, hold fast to their ideals and beliefs, continue   to advance on the path of national rejuvenation, and create their own   futures.

    On behalf of the outstanding graduates, Zhang Yan reviewed her vibrant and youthful campus life, expressing that as young scholars in the new   era, they should remain true to their original aspirations, keep their   missions firmly in mind, cultivate a professional spirit, elevate their   ideological awareness, and fulfill the promise of the times in the  name  of youth.

  The drama, Memory Archives,  led all the guests on a journey through a series of  scenes filled with  innocence, determination, perseverance, and  reluctance to part,  revisiting the unique youth memories belonging  solely to the graduates  of the Class of 2024.

     Even though time passes swiftly like a fleeting moment, that initial   touch of emotion still lingers warmly in our hearts, encouraging us to let go of hesitation and bravely embrace the future.

The third chapter: Pursuing Dreams and Moving Forward

     The degree awarding ceremony officially commenced, with various   teachers taking the stage together to present the academic gowns and   certificates to the graduates. Teachers turned  the tassels to the left  side, symbolizing the students' maturity like  ripe ears of wheat.

    The graduate representatives also presented the teachers with carefully prepared bouquets to express their sincere gratitude. The continuous guidance and kindness of the teachers will always be remembered in  their  hearts. The four years of attentive instruction, support, and encouragement during times of confusion will transform into shining stars, accompanying the graduates as they firmly move forward.

     The poem recitation The Warm Four Seasons of Jinhai Road brought  by the cooperation of teachers and students wove the past moments into a  grand dream, with disappointment and tears, achievements and flowers.

     Now, the gate to the future has already opened, and there may be confusion and unknowns, as well as joy and gains. I  hope that all graduates can face any challenges bravely and move  forward unhesitatingly on their future paths, no matter what obstacles  they encounter.

     The farewell bell is about to toll. At  the end of the ceremony, everyone sang Hello Tomorrow together, perhaps  we still reluctant to leave the past behind, but still determined to  greet the future with enthusiasm.

     Graduation marks the beginning of a new journey for us. In the  future, may we all strive towards our aspirations, and meet again at the  top!