The City University of Macau recently held opening ceremony to kick off the 2024 City University of Macau Cultural Festival at the Cultural Centre, Taipa Campus. The event was funded by the SAR Government Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ), organized by Student Affairs Office, co-organized by Students’ Association and Postgraduate Association.
The event was attended by Chan Iok Wai, acting deputy director of DSEDJ; Cen Jiayi, head of the Higher Education Division of the Education and Youth Affairs Department of Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macao SAR; Cheong Kim Fong, duty supervisor of the Macao Judiciary Police; Chow Pak Fai, principal of Yuet Wah College; Wong Tak Lon, vice principal of Luso-Chinese Technical-Professional School; Wong Chi Kong, assistant principal of Macau Baptist College; Wu Shaoxiong, professor at Xinghai Conservatory of Music; Yin Yijia, professor at Central Conservatory of Music; Kong Fanqing, vice chairwoman of the University Council and leader of the University Art Troupe; Pro-Rectors Robert Chan Chon Pat, Wicky So Kam Hung, and Vince Chu Te Lin; Head Lewis Chao Chan Chon of the Student Affairs Office, as well as two students: Zhu Donghao, chief of the board of supervisors of the Students’ Association, and Zhou Baihan, director of the Council of the Postgraduate Association.
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The opening ceremony featured a special performance by Yin Yijia, associate professor and master’s supervisor at the Central Conservatory of Music, who was a pianist educated in the United States. She performed the My Motherland and I and the Piano Concerto, 2nd Movement by Grieg together with the CityU Arts Troupe Orchestra. Subsequently, the guests officially opened the Cultural Festival with the ribbon cutting session.
Pro-Rector Robert Chan Chon Pat expressed his best wishes for the success of the Cultural Festival. In his remarks, he hoped the festival would enrich campus life and promote a deeper understanding of CityU. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Macao’s establishment and the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, Pro-Rector Chan highlighted that this year’s Cultural Festival incorporated more elements of traditional Chinese culture and local Macao culture to further enhance the sense of patriotism among students.
Vice Chairwoman Kong Fanqing, presented Prof. Wu Shaoxiong and Prof. Yin Yijia with letters of appointment as advisors to the Arts Troupe. She expressed hope for their professional guidance in arts education and performance, promoting the continuous development of the Arts Troupe and helping it reach new heights.
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During the event, an awards ceremony was held for the three teams that won the “CityU Fitness Challenge.” This ceremony aimed to recognize their achievements in sports and to encourage everyone to cultivate perseverance, diligence, and the attitude of never giving up.
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The opening ceremony featured a variety of performances, including guitar solos, duets, Chinese animation fashion shows, and Hanfu displays, showcasing the perfect combination of tradition and modernity.
The subsequent jazz and modern dance performances by the cultural and recreational affairs department, along with the Disney group dance by the Students’ Association lit up the night, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in a fairy tale journey.
The band and rap performances demonstrated the vitality of youth and the attitude of striving, winning applause from the audience. Accompanied by waves of applause and cheers, the opening ceremony concluded successfully, infusing this year’s festival with full of vitality and positive energy.
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In addition to the opening ceremony, student clubs also set booths at the Student’s Tribe, attracting a large number of teachers and students to participate. Various games and activities not only created a lively and joyful atmosphere but also allowed students to communicate and learn in enjoyable interactions, making this cultural festival even more outstanding and meaningful. Over the next two weeks, cultural workshops and programs will be carried out. Students are welcome to participate. Let’s enjoy the Cultural Festival together.
Source: Student Affairs Office
Photo Credits: Student Affairs Office, CityU Reporters
