PKU Council Chair Qiu Shuiping delivers a keynote speech to freshmen
Aug 29, 2019
Peking University, Aug. 28, 2019: On August 24, Peking University Council Chair Qiu Shuiping met with newly enrolled undergraduate students at Beijing Student Military Training Base. More than 3,600 freshmen attended Qiu’s lecture.
Qiu Shuiping delivering a keynote speech to newcomers
“When you come to Peking University, you should first know what kind of university PKU is and why it has become a palace of academic research and even a spiritual palace for Chinese people,” said Qiu. Meanwhile, Qiu also reviewed the history of Peking University with pictures and stories, analyzed its status quo with reports and statistics, and illuminated the PKU spirit by introducing campus scenery and renowned scholars.
“During its 121-year history, Peking University has developed excellent traditions and distinctive culture,” said Qiu, who made three demands on every student: be faithful, study hard and stay true to the original aspirations.
The speech received warm applause and evoked a heated discussion among teachers and students. Several students said they felt touched and inspired by Qiu’s speech and were ready to devote themselves to China’s development just as generations of PKU students did.
Written by: Liu Chang
Edited by: Huang Weijian
Source: PKU News (Chinese)
