On the evening of September 26th, Tuohai Cultural Gala of Yantai Research Institute of Harbin Engineering University was held at Yuehai Stadium as scheduled. All faculty and students spectated the performance.

The gala was initiated by the commendation ceremony for 2021 outstanding students during their practice in enterprises, and the appointment ceremony for the student community mentors.

Awards were presented to outstanding students, and letters of appointment were issued to mentors in charge of academic tutoring, physical education, counseling, and psychological coaching.

The dean put forward four expectations toward all masters: establish ideals and firm beliefs; be innovative and diligent; stay rigorous, pragmatic and studious; broaden visions and keep confident and responsible. He called on all of them to keep in mind these earnest expectations and strive to be a vanguard and vibrant force in all aspects, and blossom with youthful splendor!

Snapshots on Sight

The gala kicked off with the sonorous anthem of Harbin Engineering University.

Traditional programs in forms of male and female solos, chorus, song mix, martial arts, poetry recitations, crosstalk, as well as original programs like street dance and duets, were presented. The gala built to a rousing climax and harmonious interactions among performers and audiences.

The 90-minute gala was brought down its curtain with the song of A Loving Family, and all the cast and crew walked on the stage to bid farewell to the audience. We will remember the touching emotion and melody, where hopes and blessings reside, look forward to meeting once again, and work hand in hand to create a bright future for Yantai Research Institute.

The gala not only demonstrated the affluent and colorful cultural heritage of Harbin Engineering University, but also ignited the enthusiasm in the audience’s hearts, leaving deep memories for everyone. At the time when the world is undergoing unprecedented transformations in a century, all faculty and students of Yantai Research Institute of Harbin Engineering University are anticipating a ever brighter future with reverence.

Words from Students

‘As a performer and director for three programs, I felt both excited and joyous with a sense of responsibility and belief as the person in charge. As a honored and proud student from HEU with responsibility and mission in mind, I’m confident to cope with them wherever I go.’

‘It’s my pleasure to participate this event. During the rehearsal, the rigorous responsibility and vigor of the students made me exhilarated. The affectionate performance made the charm of youth bloom at this moment. I hope the red color tonight could illuminate the way forward for every student of Yantai Research Institute!’

‘My third year in graduate education coincided with the 70th anniversary of HEU. The diverse programs and stage lighting reflected the meticulous preparation from performers behind the scene, making me up close to Yantai Research Institute from a different perspective.’

‘Aided by strengths and cooperation from performers, the magnificent programs, melodic singing and graceful dances have displayed vitality on stage, still resounding in my ears! I am really lucky to be in this big family imbued with love and warmth, and I hope Yantai Research Institute has a brilliant prospect and wonderful new chapters underway!’