Rector Jun Liu: CityU cultivates innovative and versatile high-end talents with high-quality interdisciplinary education

The City University of Macau (CityU) held the Ceremony for the Conferment of Honorary Degree and Congregation 2022/2023 at the Tap Seac Multisport Pavilion today (June 17th). During the ceremony, Prof. Jun Liu, Rector of City University of Macau, delivered an inspiring speech to congratulate the graduating students on their successful completion of their studies and impart an important lesson to the graduates as they embark on their journey beyond the University.

Rector Liu expressed his gratitude on behalf of the University to the nation, the SAR government, and all sectors of society for their support. He also conveyed his heartfelt appreciation to the staff for their tireless dedication in teaching, research, and management. He reminded the graduates to be grateful to their alma mater, professors, and parents for their staunch support, and conveyed his best wishes to the graduates as they embark on a journey towards a bright future.

Rector Liu emphasized that CityU is rapidly developing into a high-quality educational institution with “Macao Characteristics, China Soul, and Global Vision,” with the goal of cultivating innovative and versatile talents through high-quality interdisciplinary education. He invited outstanding graduates and alumni to share their learning experiences and stories, which demonstrated the positive ethos of CityU’s students who are diligent in their studies, adept at practical application, and possess a broad vision.

Rector Liu encouraged the students to continue pursuing knowledge and self-growth, and to become stalwarts of social development. He pointed out three expectations for the class of 2023: firstly, to “share in the joys and sorrows of the world,” and always keep the country’s interests in mind while pursuing their goals and aspirations to serve society; secondly, to “remember that a small step every day leads to a great leap,” and to develop a proactive learning attitude in pursuit of knowledge and advancement; thirdly, to remember that “intelligence lies in diligence, and genius lies in hard work and persistence,” and to stay grounded in the pursuit of knowledge and practice on the path to success.

Finally, Rector Liu expressed his best wishes and heartfelt farewell to the graduates. He emphasized that the students are ambassadors of their alma mater and a firm supporter for the development of the university. “CityU will always be a warm harbor, a home, and a cheering station for the graduates,” he said, and wished them great success in their future endeavors and a promising future ahead.