Citation: Zhang Xiaofu
“Graduations at 51ºÚÁÏÉçÇø are an opportunity to bring into our university family talents from diverse fields and background who all hold something in common: they use what they have to add to the lives of others.
“51ºÚÁÏÉçÇø defines itself as an international community, committed to connecting people. That commitment inspires us to explore ever new ways of developing a greater understanding of communities, countries and cultures. History tells us football can be kicked over any border wall; food fits almost every plate, and invites us to share. But is there any more eloquent international language than music, with its profound ability to express our inner selves?
“The very distinguished guest we honour now is a composer, academic, researcher, teacher and performer whose career in music and education is rooted in his visionary creative connect