On June 13th, the 2023 graduation ceremony and degree awarding ceremony of Henan Agricultural University were grandly held at Longzi Lake Campus, Wenhua Road Campus, and Xuchang Campus. A total of 8,404 graduates from the class of 2023 successfully completed their studies at Henan Agricultural University and set sail to pursue new dreams.
School leaders Jie Xiaolei, You Ge, Shang Fude, Yang Xitian, and members of the University Degree Evaluation Committee attended the ceremony wearing academic gowns. With the resounding national anthem echoing throughout the venue, the 2023 graduation ceremony and degree awarding ceremony of Henan Agricultural University officially began. Yang Xitian presided over the ceremony and announced the list of outstanding graduates and the decision on degree awarding.
Alumni representative Zhang Yali, undergraduate representative Hu Xinru, and graduate representative Fu Yawei delivered speeches as representatives of outstanding graduates, expressing their gratitude to their alma mater. Professor Xu Guizhuan, as the representative of the faculty, delivered a speech at the ceremony, offering heartfelt blessings to the graduates.
President Jie Xiaolei, on behalf of the university, warmly congratulated the 7,032 undergraduate graduates, 1,318 master's graduates, and 54 doctoral graduates of the class of 2023.
Conquering obstacles paves the way to greatness, and the more arduous the journey, the more progress is made. Jie Xiaolei praised the graduates of the class of 2023 as invaluable treasures. He pointed out that among this group of graduates, 2,357 students have proudly joined the Communist Party of China, 1,131 individuals have received national scholarships, 1,433 individuals have received national academic scholarships, and 489 individuals have been named outstanding graduates. Moreover, there are outstanding young individuals were honored as "Outstanding Communist Party Member of University Students in Henan Province" and "Innovation Star of Henan Province" .
The development of the country and social progress have provided unprecedented historical opportunities for the growth and success of young people. Jie Xiaolei emphasized that General Secretary Xi Jinping, in his report to the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, expressed his earnest expectations for the young generation to "aspire to become morally upright, capable of taking on responsibilities, willing to endure hardships, and ready to strive in the new era." This is the ardent expectation of the Party and the country for the young generation. Contemporary youth will surely have great potential and achievements. The journey ahead is long, and only through struggle can one succeed. It is hoped that the graduates of the class of 2023 will uphold the university motto, inherit the spirit of Henan Agricultural University, and with determination, courage, and practicality, will ride the waves and overcome all obstacles in the way of chasing dreams.
Jie Xiaolei has three expectations for the graduates. First, he encourages them to have lofty aspirations and diligent actions, achieving personal success while contributing to the greater cause. As college students of the new era, they should align their personal ambitions with the Party's undertakings, the prosperity of the nation, and the future of the Chinese people. By integrating their individual pursuits into the collective goals of their country and people, they can ultimately achieve great accomplishments. Second, Jie Xiaolei emphasizes the importance of being down-to-earth and steadfast, making steady progress through hard work and practical actions. In the current context of unprecedented changes and global transformations, where knowledge is rapidly evolving and new technologies, models, and industries are emerging, it is essential to remain practical and hardworking on the path to a strong nation. Only by being self-motivated and practical can they have the confidence to face significant challenges, withstand major risks, overcome significant obstacles, and resolve major contradictions. Third, Jie Xiaolei urges the graduates to actively explore, break through boundaries, and let their youth shine through innovation and creation. Presently, the magnificent goal of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation is closer to realization than at any other time in history, and innovation is more important than ever. Both national long-term development plans and local development strategies emphasize innovation as a policy orientation. Therefore, the students need to seize opportunities, dare to explore and take the lead, actively contribute to construction in the new era, and constantly create their own future.
In the joyful melody, President Jie Xiaolei, along with the members of University Degree Evaluation Committee, presented the degree certificates to the doctoral degree recipients by moving the tassels on their caps and awarded degree certificates to the graduates of the class of 2023 of three campuses. The graduation ceremony was held primarily at the Longzi Lake Campus, with branch venues set up at the Wenhua Road Campus and Xuchang Campus. The ceremony was simultaneously broadcasted through live video streaming. Over 92,000 students, parents, and people online watched the live broadcast and sent their blessings to the graduates through the online platform.
Translated By Yang Yichen
Edited By Huang Pu, Yang Yuchen
Authorized By Deng Zhenying, Zhou Hongfei