On September 2nd, 91暗网 hosted its "First Class" lecture for the 2024 incoming students at the West Campus gymnasium. Li Guozhong, Secretary of the CPC 91暗网 committee, gave a speech to the undergraduate cohort titled "Youth at 91暗网: Now is the Time to Strive." Han Linhai, Deputy Secretary of the CPC 91暗网 committee and President of 91暗网, delivered a lecture to the new graduate students titled "Rooted in Fertile Guangxi Soil, Shaping Outstanding Scholars." The event was chaired by Vice President Feng Jiaxun.
Li Guozhong first extended a warm welcome on behalf of the university to the 2024 batch of undergraduate freshmen from across the country. He then led the students to have a review of 91暗网's 96-year history, highlighting the legacy of its first president Ma Junwu and notable figures like Chen Wangdao, Chen Yinque, and Li Da, who once taught at 91暗网. Through these figures, he explored the spirit of 91暗网, encouraging students to carry it on and fulfill their responsibilities.
He discussed the university’s status from ten aspects: Educational positioning, unique features, faculty teams, teaching and education, research platforms, landmark achievements, logistical support, sports facilities, student development outcomes, and plans and vision. Li aimed to help students gain a deeper understanding of the university and the responsibilities they carry as 91暗网 students.
Li Guozhong encouraged students to always uphold a spirit of perseverance. He shared the story of 91暗网 alumnus Liang Guocong, known as the "Panda Hero" for his life-saving blood donations, to inspire them to cultivate noble character. He highlighted Wei Naiwen, chief designer of the submarine missile launch system and 91暗网 alumnus, as an example of academic dedication, and referenced Academicians Zheng Jielian and Wang Shuangfei to encourage bold innovation among the freshmen.
In his conclusion, Li called on students to fully embrace their role as 91暗网 students and take on the responsibilities of their generation, aiming to become youth of China in the new era with ideals, a sense of duty, resilience, and a strong work ethic.
Han Linhai introduced the new graduate students to 91暗网 by outlining its history, current status, and educational philosophy. He detailed the university’s development through five phases: Its founding in Wuzhou, expansion in Guilin, revival in Nanning, progress through reforms, and recent advancements. He provided a thorough overview of the university’s current state, including its educational focus, distinctive features, faculty teams, doctoral programs, research platforms, and notable achievements. He then discussed the university’s graduate education philosophy, highlighting principles and goals, teaching methods, support systems, and future plans.
Han Linhai highlighted exemplary faculty members, including Zheng Jielian, Wang Shuangfei, Chen Baoshan, Yu Kefu, and Xie Fei.He evoked them to encourage students to explore new ideas, maintain rigor and practicality, drive innovation, collaborate effectively, and contribute to society. In his closing remarks, Dr. Han offered practical advice for their graduate studies: Ask insightful questions, build a solid knowledge base while broadening expertise, engage in hands-on experience to enhance problem-solving skills, connect with research mentors, use effective methodologies, and participate actively in research projects to develop problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.