MLC High Table Dinner: Sharing the Double Celebration of the Motherland
MLC高桌晚宴分享國之雙喜
2024年是中華人民共和國成立75周年、澳門回歸祖國25周年，可謂雙喜臨門！生逢盛世，澳門大學馬萬祺羅柏心書院於2024年3月28日晚舉行了《青春與夢想：“兩會“精神分享》活動，之後舉行了“雙慶”高桌晚宴。澳門大學副校長（學生事務）莫啓明教授、全國政協委員馬志毅先生出席大會，來自清華大學、廣東省、以及澳門大學書院、學院和行政部門的近150名師生參加了這兩項重要活動。
活動開啓，掌聲雷動，師生共唱大學校歌。書院院長楊柳教授致歡迎詞，介紹活動的主題和主題演講嘉賓馬志毅先生。她贊美馬志毅先生繼承了其祖父馬萬祺先生的愛國愛澳精神和關心民生的美德，為澳區乃至國家的發展嘔心瀝血，著力甚勤。她希望通過馬志毅博士的主題演講，激勵青年人勇挑重擔，不虛度青春年華，為實現個人夢想與國家理想而努力。
全國政協委員、澳門特別行政區行政委員、澳門中華縂商會理事長、馬萬祺羅柏心書院捐贈者家族第三代傳人馬志毅博士發表了精彩的演講。他向參會師生和來賓傳達了今年全國”兩會“的精神，特別詳細介紹了澳區委員的組成、主要議程、會議的重點，政協常委會工作報告的主要内容和任務、提案的審查和辦復情況，等等。馬博士在演講中援引習近平主席在看望民革、科技界、環境資源界別代表時發表的重要講話，分享了丁副總理在與港澳代表共商囯是時所發表的講話精神，勉勵大家團結一致，愛國愛澳，維護和踐行“一國兩制”，融入國家發展大局。最後，馬博士向在場的觀眾分享了他對青春和夢想的理解和經歷，並回顧了過去75年中國的發展和澳門回歸的重要意義。他寄語學生關心國事、區事、家事，努力學習，調整心態，為國家的未來和澳門的繁榮做出應有的貢獻。
高桌晚宴作為書院教育的重要舉措之一，不僅包含高端演講，還融入了高雅文化和高水平的表演。秦千惠同學精彩的敦煌舞表演《東方神韻》，以其婀娜的舞姿展現敦煌舞獨特的韵律和風格，盡顯東方神韻，生動詮釋了中國文化的深厚底蘊和藝術魅力，深深吸引著在場的觀眾的目光。隨後，林歆竹和淩皓銘同學爲觀眾獻上歌曲《乘著那歌聲的翅膀》，用清新流暢的旋律描繪出一幅溫馨浪漫的美妙場景，表達對生活的熱愛，對愛情的嚮往和對未來的憧憬，廣受觀眾歡迎和喜愛。
晚宴在歡快的《難忘今宵》音樂聲中圓滿結束。在場的嘉賓紛紛對本次“兩會”精神特別分享活動和高桌晚宴慶典活動給予高度讚揚，充分肯定了馬萬祺羅柏心書院的大美精神和對澳門大學「四位一體」、全人發展教育理念的貫徹。晚宴洋溢著青春活力和濃濃的家國情懷，青年學子們通過學習和領悟“兩會“精神，放飛青春夢想，為澳門的美好未來和中國夢的實現激揚青春的力量。
出席“兩會“精神分享和晚宴活動的嘉賓還包括: 清華大學書院黨委書記陳啟鑫教授及其訪澳代表團成員——清華大學未央書院副院長李正操教授、為先書院副院長王秀梅教授、日新書院班主任劉震教授、行健書院班主任王忠靜教授、日新書院導師虞鑫、清華大學書院黨委助理及行健書院學生工作組組長王凱峰、清華大學書院管理中心綜合辦公室主任李陽、清華大學澳門校友會副理事長張學森先生；廣州美術學院中國畫學院教授暨國畫大師張彥教授；澳門大學傳訊總監張惠琴博士、科技學院院長須成忠教授、曹光彪書院院長劉潤東博士、呂志和書院院長藍志雄教授。書院參加活動的資深導師和教員(非駐院)還包括：人文學院副院長王慶節教授、孔子學院副院長陳忠教授、科技學院電腦及資訊科學系主任鞏志國教授、科技學院劉景榮教授和洪澤教授、中華醫藥研究所鄭慧珊教授、澳門大學孔子學院訪問學者、廣東外語外貿大學楊杏如女士，等等。
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Macau Special Administrative Region. On the evening of March 28, 2024, Ma Man Kei and Lo Pak Sam College (MLC) of University of Macau (UM) held an event titled “Youth and Dreams: Spirit of the ‘Two Sessions’ Sharing.” Following the event, a “Double Celebration” high table dinner was held. Prof. Mok Kai Meng, Vice Rector of UM (Student Affairs), and Dr. Ma Chi Ngai, member of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and nearly 150 faculty members and students from Tsinghua University, Guangdong Province, as well as colleges and administrative units of UM attended in these two important events.
The event began with enthusiastic applause from all students as the guests made their entrance, followed by singing of the university anthem. Prof. YANG Liu, College Master of MLC, delivered a welcome speech, introduced the theme of the event and the keynote speaker, Dr. Ma Chi Ngai. She praised Dr. Ma for inheriting his grandfather Dr. Ma Man Kei’s patriotic spirit, love for Macau and caring for the people’s livelihood, and his outstanding contributions to the development of Macau and to the nation. She expressed hope that through Dr. Ma’s keynote speech, young students would be inspired to shoulder the responsibilities of the nation and contribute their strength to the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Dr. Ma Chi Ngai, member of the 14th National Committee of the CPPCC, Executive Member of the Macau S.A.R Government, Chairman of the Macau Chinese Chamber of Commerce, and third-generation descendant of the Ma‘s family who donated to MLC, delivered a fascinating speech. He conveyed the overview of this year’s national “Two Sessions” to the attending academic staff, students, and guests, and in particular, he provided detailed information about the composition of the Macau delegation, the main agenda of the assembly, the focus of the meetings, the main content and tasks of the CPPCC Standing Committee’s work report and the handling of proposals. Dr. Ma referred to the important remarks made by President Xi Jinping during his visit to the representatives of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang, the science and technology field, and the environmental and resources sectors. Dr. Ma also shared with the audience the essence of the important speech delivered by Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang of The State Council, during the consultation of the national affairs with members from Hong Kong and Macau Dr. Ma encouraged everyone to unite, love the motherland and Macau, implement the principle of “One Country, Two Systems,” and integrate into the overall development of the nation. Finally, Dr. Ma shared his personal understanding and experiences regarding youth and dreams with the audience. He also reflected on the significant meaning of China’s development over the past 75 years and the return of Macau to the motherland. Dr. Ma advised students to pay attention to national affairs, regional affairs, and family matters. He encouraged them to study hard, adjust their mindset, and make contributions to the country and the prosperity of Macau.
As one of the important initiatives of the college education, the high table dinner included high-level speeches, incorporated elegant culture and high-quality performances. Qin Qianhui, a student, delivered a wonderful Dunhuang dance performance titled “Oriental Charm,” showcased the unique rhythm and style of Dunhuang culture with her graceful movements, vividly interpreted the profound cultural heritage and artistic charm of Chinese culture. Lin Xinzhu and Hugo Leng performed the song ” On wings of Song,” depicting a warm and romantic scene with its refreshing and smooth melody, expressed their love for life and their vision for the future was widely welcomed and loved by the audience.
The dinner concluded with the joyful music of “Farewell the Unforgettable Night.” The guests highly praised the “Two Sessions” spirit sharing event and the high table dinner celebration, and acknowledged the vision of MLC in the implementation of UM “Four-in-One” and whole person education concept. The dinner was filled with youthful energy and a strong sense of patriotism. Through studying and understanding the spirit of the “Two Sessions,” the students will be able to pursue their youthful dreams and contribute to the bright future for Macau and the Chinese Dream.
The guests who attended the “Two Sessions” spirit sharing and dinner include: Prof. Chen Qixin, the Secretary of the College Party Committee of Tsinghua University, Prof. Li Zhengcao, Deputy Dean of Weiyuan College, Prof. Wang Xiumei, Deputy Dean of Weixian College, Prof. Liu Zhen, class adviser of Rixin College, Prof. Wang Zhongjing, instructor of Xingjian College, tutor Yu Xin of Ri Xin College, Wang Kaifeng, Assistant to Tsinghua University’s College Party Committee and Head of the Student Affairs Department of Xingjian College, Ms. Li Yang, Director of the General Office of Tsinghua University’s College Management Centre and Mr. Cheong Hok Sam, Vice Chairman of Tsinghua University Macau Alumni Association; Prof. Zhang Yan, Professor of Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts; Dr. Katrina Cheong, Director of Communication Office at UM, Prof. Xu Chengzhong, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology, Dr. Lau Yun Tung, College Master of Chao Kuang Piu College and Prof. Desmond Lam, College Master of Lui Che Woo College.
Senior College Fellows and College Fellows (non-resident) from the college: Prof. Wang Qingjie, Associate Dean of the Faculty of Arts of Humanities; Prof. Chen Zhong, Deputy Director of Confucius Institute; Prof. Gong Zhiguo, Head of the Department of Computer and Information Science, Faculty of Science and Technology; Prof. Johnny Lao from the Faculty of Science and Technology, Prof. Hong Ze from the Faculty of Social Sciences, Prof. Anna Cheang from the Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences and Ms. Yang Xingru from Guangdong University of Foreign Studies and Trade, Visiting scholar from the Confucius Institute.
