Chapter 150 Doctoral graduation, speech!
January 29, 1903, was the Spring Festival of 1903 in China.
Li Qiwei’s doctorate degree awarding ceremony was grandly held on this day.
Wearing a doctorate degree robe from Cambridge University, he was full of energy, high-spirited and envious of others.
The academic uniform he wore was full of the characteristics of this era.
The West had academic uniforms hundreds of years ago.
It generally consists of four parts: academic cap, tassel, academic gown and drapery.
The main differences in the colors and shapes of the bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree uniforms are the four parts.
Of course, there will be great differences in different regions and different countries.
As an example from China in later generations, a simple distinction can be made: doctor's uniforms are black and red; master's uniforms are blue and dark blue; bachelor's uniforms are black and white.
At this time, Li Qiwei, dressed in a doctor's robe, attracted much attention on the stage.
Although he is not the only one to graduate with a doctorate, he is undoubtedly the absolute focus of the audience.
Similar to undergraduate graduation, doctoral graduation is also based on the college.
Although the Cavendish Laboratory is a laboratory in name, it is also a separate college of the University of Cambridge.
It has its own complete curriculum system and degree system.
Therefore, Li Qiwei’s doctorate awarding ceremony was held in the large conference room of the laboratory.
Due to his high popularity, even Vice Principal Cardwell came over.
Cadwell naturally made a speech.
What kind of school is good at cultivating talents? School leaders teach students in accordance with their aptitude. This is the fine tradition of Cambridge University.
Then, with Li Qiwei as a typical representative, he encouraged this group of doctors and wished them success in the future.
Immediately afterwards, Thomson, as the director of the laboratory, equivalent to the dean, gave a speech.
His speech was much more down to earth.
Thomson reviewed the historical development, recent situation, and dazzling achievements of Cavendish.
Of course, the most important thing is talent cultivation, especially Li Qiwei, Rutherford, Wilson and others.
“More than thirty years have passed since the great mentor of physics, Professor Maxwell, founded the Cavendish Laboratory.”
“In the past thirty years, physics has developed rapidly at an unimaginable rate.”
“I think this is the most exciting thing for anyone in the field of physics. "
"The authority of the past is no longer the authority, and talented challengers emerge."
"New theories emerge one after another, and new names are resounding one after another. Physics community."
"Many people may have a sense of frustration."
"I think physics only needs people like Bruce Lee. As ordinary people, what can we do?"
"But what I want to say is that this view is pessimistic and wrong. ”
“The most important quality of a person is love, which can block all adverse troubles.”
“No one stipulates that only smart people can study physics.” >
“There is no physical law that shows that ordinary people cannot achieve anything.”
"There are many such examples in the field of natural sciences."
"What a doctorate brings to you is not an easy honor or a card to sit back and relax."
"A doctorate represents a new beginning. , it means that you are truly curious about the world and are willing to spend your life uncovering its mysteries.”
“I hope that all students can understand that the most important thing in science is perseverance and the original intention. .”
“Thank you everyone.”
The scene immediately burst into thunderous applause.
After listening to Thomson’s speech, everyone was inspired.
He did not deliberately elevate or belittle geniuses like Li Qiwei, but objectively evaluated the facts and allowed everyone to establish a correct scientific outlook.
From this point of view, it is not unreasonable for Professor Thomson to be popular and deeply loved by his students.
At the end of the ceremony, it was the highlight of the ceremony. Bruce Lee, the doctor’s representative, spoke.
If we say that there are very few people who can graduate with a doctorate in this era, they are all among the best.
Then Li Qiwei is the emperor among dragons, overlooking all doctors.
He always had a slight smile on his face, looking at everyone in the hall.
Li Qiwei now has the burden of being an idol and needs to manage his expression at all times. "I am very honored to be able to deliver my doctoral graduation speech as a graduate representative."
"During my study career at Cambridge University, there were many people who helped me, and there are many people who I need to thank."
"But there are also some people who have caused me a lot of trouble."
“As an international student from China, I feel deeply about all this in Cambridge.”
“When I first came to Cambridge six years ago, I was not familiar with the place where I lived, so I was relatively withdrawn.”< br>
“And this became an excuse for others to bully and tease me.”
"I come from the Qing Dynasty, and I am timid and afraid of getting into trouble. Naturally, I am not a threat."
"This will happen in any country and in any field."
"Human beings are born to bully the weak. And some people like to bully the weaker ones. "
"At that time, I didn't dare to fight back, because we in China are very particular about tolerance."
"We call ourselves a country of etiquette. Will not conflict with others easily.”
"But when you endure it to a certain extent, even a sheep will fight back."
"The strange thing is that when I stood up to defend my dignity, I gained respect."
“This has to be said to be a very magical thing.”
“Maybe this is the principle of being a human being.”
“At this point, you may be wondering, this is not a doctor Graduation speech, why do you say this? ”
"I believe that being an academic is the same as being a human being."
"As a newcomer or a newly graduated student, if you want to make some achievements in physics, you should not be afraid."
< br>“Afraid of offending professors, afraid of overthrowing authority, afraid of being different from others.”
“Essentially, it’s the same as when I was afraid of those who bullied me.”
“Only you Only by taking the initiative to defend yourself, believing that your results and theories are correct, and not being afraid of authority can you gain real gains.”
"The human spirit has many beautiful qualities, but I think the most important one must be: courage."
"Without ingenuity, it may not be possible to propose quantum theory."
"But no Courage, even if you have intelligence, dare not propose quantum theory."
"I think that in today's era of tremendous changes in physics, courage is more important than wisdom."
"I. I was giving a speech at the University of Copenhagen before, and a middle school student challenged me.”
"I'm not afraid to tell you, I'm very scared, because in my dream the day before yesterday, I dreamed that the other party overturned my theory."
Li Qiwei's words made everyone burst into laughter.
Obviously everyone doesn’t believe that a young boy has such great ability.
"Losing wisdom is not terrible; losing courage will lose everything and sink forever."
Li Qiwei's bowl of chicken soup successfully won him thunderous applause.
Finally, the solemn and serious doctorate degree awarding ceremony ended successfully with applause.
More than a dozen doctors smiled happily and congratulated each other.
They will become distinguished doctors in the eyes of others.
At the same time, this also heralds that their academic career as students has come to an end.
In the years to come, they will move forward alone and carry out research projects independently.
There is no mentor to guide them, they have to rely on themselves to explore the boundaries of nature.
Li Qiwei was filled with emotion and lamentation in his heart at this moment.
My six years in Cambridge have finally come to fruition.
Although he only experienced it personally for three years, the memories of the other three years are also engraved in his mind.
Past events come to mind, always making people miss and recall them.
The ups and downs of the past have now turned into a cloud of smoke, leaving only a slight trace.
Although this period of time played a small role in his life, its impact was huge.
Even though there is no glory, wealth or beauty, his spirit is extremely rich.
Because it is the unique arrogance, chic, maverick and unrestrained nature of youth.
Next, he will start a new journey and write a new legend.
(End of this chapter)