In the golden autumn of September, Songshan is lush with greenery. On the morning of September 17, Guizhou Vocational Technology Institute held the grand 2026 Freshman Opening Ceremony and Military Training Launching Ceremony on the football field. A total of 4,685 new students gathered at Guizhou Vocational Technology Institute to embark on a brand-new journey of university life.

A themed session of “Respecting Teachers, Inheriting Classics and Offering Tributes” was held, during which school leaders presented university badges to representatives of the new students. Teacher representative Yang Yu encouraged the freshmen to set clear goals, cultivate moral character, integrate knowledge with practice, strengthen practical experience, dare to challenge themselves, and strive for breakthroughs. Alumnus Liu Tinghong shared his experiences in studying and entrepreneurship, urging junior students to engage in grassroots work and contribute to rural revitalization. Freshman Ye Kelan called on fellow students to stay grounded and focus wholeheartedly on their studies. The ceremony included segments such as “Celebrating Birthdays Together” and “Letters from Home,” and distributed Changwang noodle vouchers to students from out-of-province regions, reflecting the university’s student-centered mission.

Vice Party Secretary Luo Linglong issued military training requirements and guidelines, while Party Secretary Linghu Caitao presented the training flag, officially launching the program.

Linghu Caitao welcomed the new students on behalf of the university, expressed gratitude to the training units and parents, and offered four key messages: “to be visionary in mind, diligent in practice, compassionate in heart, and steadfast in stride.” She encouraged the freshmen to pursue their dreams with determination, study diligently, and work hard so that youth is never wasted and efforts are worthy of this era.

All university leaders in attendance, representatives from the training units, heads of various departments, teacher representatives, and outstanding alumni attended the ceremony.

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