By the Liren Lake, alumni gather again to relive the good times. On the afternoon of October 7, 2025, Hefei University of Technology celebrated the 80th anniversary of its founding. The university anniversary venue of the School of Computer Science and Information Engineering and the School of Software, as well as the Industry Alumni Development Forum, were grandly held in the Emerald Science and Education Building. Alumni from all over the country, teachers and students of the school and guests from all walks of life gathered together to recall the past friendship and seek common development in the future.

The Grand Opening: Paying Tribute to Eighty Years of Glory

The event officially kicked off in a solemn and warm atmosphere. Nian Yongqi, Secretary of the Party Committee of the school, delivered a warm opening speech.

He recalled with deep feeling the more than 60 years of extraordinary development of the school, from its inception as the Department of Radio Engineering in 1958 to the current simultaneous development of the School of Computer Science and Information Engineering, and expressed the most sincere gratitude to the alumni who have always cared about and supported the development of the school.

The school has developed rapidly in recent years, with the discipline of "Computer Science" entering the top 1.13‰ of the ESI global ranking, boasting a strong faculty and remarkable achievements in platform construction. The school owes its past to the contributions of alumni, and its future will rely more on the wisdom and strength of alumni.

Alumni Work: Building a "Growth Community"

In the Report on the School's Alumni Work delivered by Vice Dean Wang Hui, a closely connected alumni network picture was slowly unfolded. At present, the school has established an information database covering nearly 10,000 graduates from the classes of 2006 to 2024, with a team of more than 200 class liaisons. Through brand activities such as the "Hubei Army Lecture Hall", anniversary homecomings and alumni interviews, the emotional bond between alumni and the school has been continuously strengthened.

The future alumni work will be committed to building a "university-alumni" growth community, developing from a "cultural community" and a "academic community" to a "mutual assistance community", and constructing a full-life-cycle alumni service system.

Teachers' Voices: Nurturing Students with Gentle Education

Professor Wang Hao, as the teacher representative, delivered a speech full of earnest expectations for the students. "You are the pride of the school and also the role models for the current students. It is hoped that you will continue to uphold the school motto of 'Virtue, Diligence, Pragmatism and Innovation' and shine in all walks of life."

Alumni Speeches: Gratitude to Alma Mater, Talking about Growth Together

Alumni representatives Wei Yutao and Shen Hao took the stage one after another, recalling the green school days of studying at HUT with deep feeling, and sharing their experiences and insights in career development, innovation and entrepreneurship. They said that no matter where they are, their alma mater will always be their spiritual home, and they are willing to contribute their wisdom and strength to the development of the school.

A New Chapter: Release of the School Industry Alumni Association Plan

To promote the in-depth integration of alumni resources and school development, alumnus Duan Zhangling introduced the School Industry Alumni Association Plan. The plan aims to build an alumni network according to industry dimensions, promote the integration of industry, university and research, provide more accurate services and support for alumni, and achieve win-win development for alumni and the school.

Counselors' Memories: Warm Years, Grateful for Your Company

The speeches of counselor representatives Zhang Bingwu and Huang Chen brought everyone's thoughts back to that campus time full of passion and warmth. They said that counselors are the witnesses and companions of students' growth, and are willing to continue to serve as a bridge between alumni and the school.

Group Photo: Freezing the Moment, Friendship Lasts Forever

After the forum, the participating leaders, guests and alumni moved to the south side of the Emerald Science and Education Building to take a group photo. A precious "family photo" not only records the unforgettable moment of the 80th anniversary of the university's founding, but also condenses the profound friendship and common expectations between alumni and the school.

Sub-forum Focus: Sparks of Ideology Collide

The subsequent sub-forums pushed the activity to another climax: the Industry Alumni Development Forum focused on cutting-edge trends and career development, the Alumni Culture Construction Forum discussed cultural inheritance and emotional connection, and the "Hubei Army Lecture Hall" academic report shared the latest research results. Alumni participated in groups according to their interests, held warm discussions on topics such as industry development, cultural inheritance and academic frontiers, and the on-site atmosphere was harmonious and constructive.

Epilogue: Friendship Never Ends, Moving Forward Together into the Future

Eighty years of trials and hardships, sixty years of deep feelings for computer science. This university anniversary venue activity is not only a heartfelt reunion, but also a gathering of strength. In the future, the School of Computer Science and Information Engineering Engineering Engineering and the School of Software will continue to deepen alumni work, build a growth community, and work hand in hand with alumni around the world to move forward with one heart and open a new journey together.