Meeting with the Chairperson: BISTU Held Theme Event for Graduation Season

Beijing, 12th June 2025 (BISTU)--- Chairperson Xie Jiangling of the University Council joined Meeting with the Chairperson, a theme event organized for graduation season on 12th June 2025.

Xie Jiangling engaged with students in warm, interactive exchanges. He expressed that broad horizon and noble aspirations of the students, integrated with their actions to respond to the demand of our nation, has fully displayed the excellence of BISTU graduates. Xie Jiangling reflected on his academic journey and shared valuable insights with graduates on learning and growth. Cultivation of disciplined reading habits, harmonious social interactions, and guidance and friendship among peer students are very important. He added.

As graduates are embarking on a new journey to the future, Xie Jiangling said that in the first place students shall anchor themselves with integrity, be genuine in character, and be earnest in conduct. He stressed that only through sincere reciprocity and integrity-based conduct can one gain genuine trust and respect from others. Second, diligence is the foundation to meet with formidable challenges. There is no short cut to success. All achievements and growth are based on diligence and constant efforts. Third, students shall march forward with courage and a magnanimous attitude. He mentioned that we shall try our best while learning to rationally accept unattainable goals. And fourth, students shall shoulder the responsibilities of our times with unyielding resolve. Outstanding alumni of BISTU, such as Xu Ying--- BeiDou Goddess, Zhang Zhijing--- a rocket guidance system designer, Ji Yichao--- the Chief Scientist of Manus, etc., have set examples for others to follow. The spirit of BISTU shall be carried forward to contribute to the great rejuvenation of Chinese nation. He added.

Xie Jiangling suggested that students should nurture a tolerant, inclusive, compassionate attitude towards life and others and draw wisdom from traditional culture.

Experiences of learning and living at BISTU were shared by 13 graduates from various colleges. Expressing their gratitude towards the University, they talked about career plans and future objectives of personal growth.

Zhong Xinye, a representative of current students from College of Management Science and Engineering, expressed that outstanding senior students are their role models to follow and will always motivate them to scale new heights.

Representatives of graduates presented their handcrafted art work to Chairperson Xie Jiangling as the gift to express their gratitude and love of the University.

Xie Jiangling and Vice President He Wei presented gifts to graduates. It is hoped that graduates would “tell BISTU’s stories well and make BISTU’s voice heard”. They said.

The event was attended by Director Du Shizhi of Department of Publicity, directors of relating departments, vice deans of BISTU colleges, counselors, graduates, and current students.

Words of students:

A door was open for me three years ago at BISTU where I will be continuing to pursue my doctoral degree. Now I truly understand the value of research. I am convinced to make my contributions to manufacturing of high-end medical instruments.

--- Bai Hantao, College of Instrument Science and Opto-electronics Engineering

I want to apply the knowledge and skills I have learned at BISTU to the development of my hometown. I have chosen to work in a grass-roots unit where I would conduct actual investigation and work hard for the welfare of local people.

--- Yang Guangheng, College of Automation

In-depth interpretation of national development strategy delivered by professors truly ignited my passion of learning and research. And the University has armed me with both professional knowledge and noble ideals. I am proud of being a BISTUer.

--- Hou Delin, College of Information and Communication Engineering

My journey of growth owes its every milestone to all teachers of BISTU who have showered me with love and kindness. I am about to continue my learning at Renmin University of China. Still vivid and warm are the days at BISTU.

--- Su Wen, College of Communication Arts and Sciences