Good morning Principal, teachers and fellow students. Today I would like to share Tsinghua University's contributions to the field of technology in China. As one of the top higher education institutions in China, Tsinghua University plays a significant role in various technological fields.
1. Engineering Technology
Tsinghua has trained a large number of outstanding talents in civil engineering, making significant contributions to China’s infrastructure development. In this field, Tsinghua's research teams continuously drive technological advancements, involving cutting-edge technologies like robotics and automation.
2. Information Technology
Tsinghua University is a leader in computer science research in China, focusing on artificial intelligence, big data, and cybersecurity. The research outcomes from Tsinghua have played a key role in the development of China's internet industry.
3. Materials Science
Tsinghua has made significant progress in researching nanomaterials and composite materials, which have wide applications in industries such as aerospace and automotive.
4. Sustainable Development
Tsinghua's research in clean energy, environmental protection, and urban sustainability provides scientific foundations and technical support for China's response to climate change.
5. Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Tsinghua actively promotes the transfer and industrialization of scientific achievements, with many alumni achieving remarkable success in entrepreneurship, contributing to China's innovation ecosystem.
6. International Collaboration
Tsinghua has established extensive cooperative relationships with top universities and research institutions worldwide, fostering international collaboration in the field of technology.
The most impressive aspect of Tsinghua to me was the hard work of the students there. When I was in secondary six, I was invited to attend a short exchange tour at Tsinghua University. Many students were studying in the study room, even late at night. It wasn't during the exam period, and they told us that without continuous hard work, they couldn't achieve success. I was shocked at that moment. I realized I had been too lazy and didn't fully understand the sacrifices others made in pursuit of their dreams. Since then, I've embraced the concept of 'no pain, no gain.' From that moment on, I remind myself to work diligently in order to achieve my goals, even when I feel tired."
It is the end of my sharing. Thank you for your listening.
Good morning, Principal Wu, fellow teachers and students.
Today I want to talk about the importance of treating people kindly or politely.
On an aeroplane at take-off and landing, it is important that the aircrew can
talk to air traffic control. Both must speak clearly to avoid confusion and
prevent accidents. While the aeroplane is flying, its aircrew are in constant
communication with air traffic control – communication is vital if everything is
to go smoothly and safely.
Some of us may have heard the saying ‘you are what you eat’; well, it would be
equally true to change it to ‘you are what you say’. What we say often shows
others what kind of person we are. For example, if we tell lies, it shows others
that we are dishonest. If we say one thing to one person and something
different to another, it shows that we are two-faced. If we use sarcasm, it
might show that we have a high opinion of ourselves. Sometimes, we can find
that our tongues have a life of their own and get out of control. How tempting it
can be to gossip!
There is a quote by the former American president, Eleanor Roosevelt: ‘Great
minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.’
We all know how tempting it is to say things to impress other people: using foul
language, telling crude jokes or being unkind to someone, all so that certain
people like us. We also know how difficult it is to control angry words at times.
Another quote states: ‘I lose peace of mind when I give someone a piece of my
mind.’ We all need to remember that ‘we are what we say’. Wherever we are and
whoever we’re with, we should try to control our tongues. When we are tempted
to use angry words, to lie, to gossip or to be sarcastic, we must try to look for
the best in people. Speak politely and give praise and encouragement instead of
criticism.
Also remember that being polite comes through our actions as well. Helping a
teacher carry something, picking up something for someone if they dropped it,
holding a door open for others, or even just paying attention and listening to
what someone says – these are all ways we can show politeness without words.
People will respect you for it. As another famous quote says, ‘Friends and good
manners will carry you where money won’t go.’
It is difficult for us sometimes to do what is right or to be brave when we are
afraid. It isn’t always easy to be cheerful when we are disappointed or to be
nice when we feel angry. Let’s give it a try and always s
peak and act nicely to
others at all times. Let’s be kind. Thank you.