On June 24,GuangxiUniversity held thecommencementfor the Class of 2025—comprising 9,773 graduates (including 5,013 undergraduates, 4,538 master’s students, and 222 doctoral students)—at the West CampusSports Ground.

Prof. Dr.Li Guozhong,Secretary of the CPC Guangxi University Committee andChair of theGuangxiUniversity Degree Evaluation Committee, Prof. Dr.Li Jibing, PartyBuildingLiaisonofthe Ministry of Education, Prof. Dr.Zheng Jielian, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering,PhD Supervisorof theSchoolof Civil Engineering and Architecture, Prof. Dr.Wang Shuangfei,Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering,PhD Supervisorof theSchoolofLight Industry and Food Engineering,university leaders,members of the University Degree Evaluation Committee,renowned experts,facultyand alumni representativesattended the ceremony, whichwas presided over byMr.Liu Xiang,Vice Presidentof Guangxi University.

On behalf ofGuangxi University,Prof. Dr.Li Guozhong extendedwarmcongratulations to all graduates and their families, expressed gratitude to the faculty and staff for their dedicated teaching and mentorship, and thanked all sectors of society for their enduring support of the university’s development. He highly commended the students for their outstanding achievements in scientific research, academic competitions, volunteer services, and campus governance, praising their sense of responsibility in growingwiththe university.

At this farewell moment, Li Guozhong shared three hopes for the graduates: First,patriotismshould always lead theaspirations--stand firm in beliefs and shoulder the mission in building a strong nation.Never forget to carry forward the revolutionary spirit ofGuangxi University, nurture a deep sense of national pride, and unify“love for the country”,“determination torejuvenatethe country”, and“actions to servethe country”together.Remember to integrate dreams into the grand endeavor of Chinese modernization, take root among theChinesepeopleanddedicate to thecountry,craftingano-regretyouthjourney.Second,standfirm on theground ofpracticalactions--persevere and advance courageously through challenges.Young people should aspire to be individuals with a pragmatic spirit and the ability to solve real-world problems.Keep ready forlong-term efforts, face difficultiesbravely, work diligently, and dare to venture into grassroots areas with tough conditions, frontlinesofnational construction projects, and cutting-edge research.Hone skills and grow through experience, using hard work and outstanding achievements to create a remarkable life.Third,fuel the life journey with innovation--be brave toexplore and scale new heights in the pursuit of dreams.Young people should unleash imagination and creativity, ignite passion for innovation, and tap into potential. Break free from conventionsand practiceboldly.Accumulate experience through innovationandachieve meaningful results.Unceasingly discover, innovate, and advance--let innovation be the strong wind filling the sails of youth’s journey.