On the morning of January 13, the school held a solemn and heartfelt retirement ceremony for retired faculty members in the Lecture Hall 2. The event was presided over by Associate Dean of Administration Yang Ying, with attendance from the school’s Party and administrative leadership, representatives of retired faculty, and all teaching staff.
Eight teachers who retired since 2020—Cui Minglu, Wei Shuili, Hu Zongfeng, Shi Heqing, Liu Xiaomei, Zhang Qin’an, Ji Jianfen, and Wang Li—were honored as the ceremony’s main guests. School leaders presented commemorative gifts in two groups, while department directors successively took the stage to offer floral tributes. The venue resonated with sustained applause, warmth, and deep respect, as each group photograph immortalized the illustrious moments of these educators’ careers, capturing the school’s profound gratitude for their lifelong dedication.
Professor Wei Shuili, representing the retiring faculty, delivered a heartfelt speech imbued with profound nostalgia for his educational career and deep affection for the school, faculty and students. Dean Yang, on behalf of the school, conveyed the highest respect and sincere gratitude to the honorees. She emphasized the retirees’ remarkable contributions: These distinguished educators not only pioneered innovative teaching methods to elevate educational quality but also achieved significant academic milestones through rigorous research. Meanwhile, those in auxiliary roles dedicated themselves to supporting teaching and research endeavors with unwavering commitment. We pledge to uphold their exemplary legacy and vigorously advance the development of foreign language disciplines. Dean Yang also warmly expressed hope that the retirees would continue to engage with the school’s progress and “return home” frequently.
The retirement ceremony concluded successfully amidst warmth and reluctance. This event was not only a heartfelt reflection on the hard work of the retiring teachers, but also an important milestone in the transmission of the school’s spirit. Going forward, the school will take the older generation of teachers as role models, forging ahead with determination and promoting steady and innovative development in the new era.
The ceremony concluded in an atmosphere of warmth and reluctance. The event not only reflected on the retirees’ dedicated service but also marked a crucial moment for the school to inherit and promote its spirit. Moving forward, the school will draw inspiration from senior faculty members, pursuing steady innovation and development in the new era.

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