On the afternoon of September 10, our university held a ceremony at the Grand Auditorium of the Yuntan South Road Campus to celebrate the 42nd Teachers’ Day under the theme “Upholding the Spirit of Educators, Promoting a Culture of Teacher Respect” .University leaders were present, along with all faculty and staff members and newly hired teachers for 2026. The event was hosted by Vice President Liao Junhua.

The ceremony began in a warm atmosphere, with everyone watching a video titled “Building Dreams into Light.” New teachers delivered a chorus performance of “My Future Is Not a Dream,” showcasing the vitality and spirit of young educators.

During the segment “Sharing My Story of Education,” three teacher representatives shared personal experiences, conveying the responsibilities and the dedication and benevolence of education. Deputy Party Secretary Luo Linglong announced the list of awardees for 2026, and representatives took the stage to receive their honors.

University leaders pinned the university emblem on the new teachers, symbolizing their commitment to nurturing virtue and talent.

Following this, new teachers took their oaths, and all attendees renewed their teaching vows together, and reflecting on their original aspirations and strengthening their convictions.

Party Secretary Linghu Caitao delivered a concluding speech, extending holiday greetings to all faculty and staff and congratulating the awardees. She acknowledged their dedication from three perspectives: recognizing the light of teachers, understanding the weight of their responsibilities, and working together to illuminate the future. She emphasized that the university will support teachers by ignites five guiding beaconsl—direction, belief, competence, livelihood, and future—ensuring that every faint light converges into a mighty torch, creating a shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.

Editor: School of International Studies Wang Xin

Translator: Public Basic Course Department Sun Tingting

Chief Editor: School of International Studies Zhang Wen

Senior Editor: School of International Studies Chen Lina