On the evening of September 13th, the 2024 Freshmen Opening Ceremony and Welcome Gala of China Jiliang University commenced at the South Sports Field. University leadership, including Xu Jiangrong, Xiao Gang, Wang Dizhao, Wang Binrui, Wang Xinqing, and Wang Le, attended the ceremony, along with key officials from lleges and departments as well as the entire incoming class of 2024. The ceremony was hosted by the university’s Vice Party Secretary Cheng Gang.
The opening ceremony and welcome gala were held both online and offline, with live streaming across multiple platforms, which attracted over 300,000 views across all platforms.
The 2024 freshmen, dressed in various colors, gradually took their seats, forming a striking "I♥CJLU" pattern in red and white. This heartfelt tribute to China Jiliang University by the new students was vividly displayed on the live broadcast, creating an especially impressive and moving scene.
In his address titled "Let Education Shed Its Ornate Veneer" during the opening ceremony, Party Secretary Xu Jiangrong posed two essential questions: "What kind of education do we hope for?" and "What kind of education should we promote?" He explored the true essence of education with the audience, saying, "Simplicity in persistence, tranquility in flavor, and natural strength. Our education should shed its ornate veneer, wash away its superficial packaging, and return to its core and essence."
Xu emphasized that education calls for simplicity; we must reject superficial packaging, excessive attention-seeking, and even malicious hype. The true value of education lies in perseverance, and we need to promote the spirit of educators while enhancing our ability to teach and nurture talent. Education nurtures growth, and we must shoulder the mission and responsibilities of the new generation of Chinese youth.
"Students, this era belongs to you. Your university life, brief yet profound, will offer you endless possibilities," Xu encouraged the freshmen. "Exercise more, play fewer games; be diligent rather than taking shortcuts; seek refinement over trivialities. Stay persistent, and strive to become the best version of yourself."
As the university leaders solemnly presented the school emblems to the freshman representatives, this moment symbolized that each student, hailing from different corners of the country, is now entrusted with carrying forward the school motto, "Developing national economy by metrology; Improving people's livelihood through measurement." They will embark on their journey to grow into dedicated "New CJLU members," committed to the well-being of the nation and the people.
