A Milestone of Pride and Gratitude: International Students Celebrate the 2026 Graduation Ceremony at Jiujiang University

JIUJIANG, June 24 — With proud smiles, colorful glow sticks, and the heartfelt melody of the Chinese national anthem echoing in the Main Auditorium, international students from around the world joined their peers on June 23 to celebrate the 2026 Graduation and Bachelor's Degree Conferment Ceremony at Jiujiang University.

For these graduates, the ceremony marked not only the culmination of years of rigorous study but also a profound personal journey of cross-cultural growth. Dressed in their caps and gowns, students from India, Pakistan, and beyond gathered before 8:30 AM, filling the venue with an atmosphere of excitement and accomplishment.

The event was steeped in tradition and symbolism. University leaders, faculty, and members of the Academic Degree Committee performed the tassel-turning ceremony, a gesture signifying the official transition from student to graduate. For many international students, like Abdul Samad Khan, a BDS graduate, the moment held deep meaning. As representatives were invited on stage to receive their certificates, the honor of sitting in the front rows was reserved for them, a testament to their hard-won achievement.

The ceremony featured inspiring addresses from a graduate representative, a faculty member, and an alumnus, culminating in a commencement speech by university leaders. Echoing the advice given during the ceremony, President Wang Yang encouraged graduates to cherish this milestone and embrace the future with confidence and determination, calling on them to be courageous and to grow through challenges .

For many, the day was a tapestry of cherished moments. Students sang the national anthem and were given glow sticks, which added color and excitement to the event. One student, NISHI RAKESHSINGH RAJPUT from the 2018 batch, expressed her profound gratitude, calling the university her "home away from home.". Reflecting on her journey, she shared that navigating a new language and culture in China became an unforgettable classroom, shaping her identity. The ceremony was, in her words, a "celebration of resilience and growth."

The celebration extended beyond the formal program. Students took countless photographs with classmates, teachers, and university leaders, including the Dean and the Chairman, to preserve these precious memories. They also received a heartfelt reminder to share their experiences: the Faculty of International Studies encouraged every graduate to submit a short reflection and a high-resolution photo, with stories potentially being featured on the university's official platforms.

The ceremony concluded on a note of hope and new beginnings. As students streamed out of the auditorium, they carried with them not just a degree, but a lifetime of lessons, friendships, and the pride of being alumni of Jiujiang University. As one graduate put it, "This degree is not just an achievement; it is a lifelong commitment to serve humanity with compassion, honesty, and excellence.".