2026 Pharmacy Graduates' Speeches | Macau University of Science and Technology
Accepted universities: University of Copenhagen, University College London, King's College London, Monash University; King Abdullah University of Science & Technology, Karolinska Institute (to be admitted).
I see a graduation speech as an inscription carved in stone, left for future generations to read—and that is what I want to write. I have always looked forward to breaking rules reasonably. Though reality rarely permits it, this rebellious spirit has grown with me since childhood. Fortunately, this place granted me a little space to be unapologetically myself.
Once we make a choice, we can never see the outcomes of other paths, which often makes us doubt if we have chosen correctly. After the college entrance examination, I held the rudder of my life and turned it toward this small island. Today, among all my choices that I cannot judge as right or wrong, I am certain I came to the right place. It is an irrational, blind confidence, yet it sums up my four years at Macau University of Science and Technology.
Here, I made countless leaps from 0 to 1: negotiating, leading club activities, rehearsing plays, group barbecues, walking on the black sand beach at 4 a.m. These small, unremarkable attempts, woven with success and failure, have shaped my four years. Looking back, I realize I have lived an extraordinary journey here.
As a lever of my life, I am grateful to the university for helping me—a so-called "loser" of the college entrance examination—regain the courage to pick up the sword and face challenges again. I wish everyone can find their own courage. To those who read these words: I leave you with this line—"I overflow myself, I condense myself, I am the rain on the barren wilderness."
Accepted institutions: Monash University, University of Copenhagen, Uppsala University, National University of Singapore.
As Kahlil Gibran wrote in Sand and Foam: "One cannot possess youth and the awareness of youth at the same time." Five years ago, I stepped onto the MUST campus with confusion and nervousness, never expecting how deeply this land would shape me.
I used to be an "invisible student"—accustomed to staying in the corner and afraid to express myself. I am deeply thankful for MUST’s diverse teaching and inclusive academic atmosphere. From countless group presentations to hands-on experiments, the careful guidance of mentors and the camaraderie of peers gave me the courage to step out of self-doubt. I grew into someone a team can trust, someone who can lead a group to solve problems.
I also appreciate the research platform the university provided, allowing me to join a research group as an undergraduate and glimpse the vast world of pharmaceutical science. The selfless sharing and encouragement from professors and seniors were like a lighthouse, lighting up my curiosity for pharmacy. The learning journey is not always smooth, but the optimistic, striving research atmosphere here will ease my anxiety and support me in uncertain times ahead.
"Having witnessed the vastness of the universe, one still cherishes the greenness of the grass." This message from my high school teacher has grown deeper after five years of study. As future medical and pharmaceutical professionals, we will encounter cutting-edge technology, but medicine can never be separated from people. Every capsule and injection heals not just textbook indicators, but real lives’ pain and anxiety. During my pharmacy internship, I realized that beyond strict chemical formulas lies the pulse of humanistic care.
Finally, I quote a comedian I admire: "If you see these years as harvest, thank your past self for hard work; if you see them as sowing, may you reap abundantly in the future." May we all stay devoted to the fields we love—may our efforts bloom into a garden of success.
Admitted institutions: Columbia University, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Carnegie Mellon University, University of Southern California, University of Wisconsin-Madison, National University of Singapore, etc.
Our college years were a roller coaster of challenges and triumphs. We stayed up late studying Fundamental Chemistry, then mastered Hospital Pharmacy with confidence; we memorized British lecture materials, then applied knowledge in labs. We stood side by side in competitions such as the Challenge Cup and business simulations, and worked closely in student councils and clubs. Together, we walked through campus libraries and labs, visited pharmaceutical companies in Zhuhai and Suzhou, and finally practiced in pharmacy departments of major hospitals nationwide. The road was long, but it was a journey of success, sealed with seamless teamwork and unwavering companionship.
I am filled with gratitude. Thank you, teachers and friends—meeting you has been the greatest fortune of my life. I am thankful to every mentor who guided me beyond classrooms and directed my research path. I cherish every close friend who understood me during rehearsals and appreciated my ideas after discussions. When I look back on these five fleeting years, countless memories and emotions fill my heart. Though we regret the time was too short, the stories and bonds we built will last forever.
Now we go separate ways, yet my gratitude remains boundless. I miss MUST’s campus, library, dorms, and canteens; I miss Macau’s unique food and stunning scenery; I miss every inch of the Greater Bay Area we walked together. Our past may not have been perfect, but we have shared experiences and carry wishes for one another—and that is enough.
At this moment, the journey of the Class of 2021 School of Pharmacy comes to a close. Looking back, we realize MUST School of Pharmacy has given us its best: outstanding faculty, excellent peers, a supportive learning environment, and precious campus memories. With these gifts, we now set sail across the world, unafraid of storms and thorns.
May we all bravely embrace the vast horizons ahead.
Admitted university: University of Macau.
In the blink of an eye, five years at Macau University of Science and Technology have quietly ended. When I first arrived, I was full of hope and a little confused. Through five years of study and life, I gradually grew via exploration and accumulation, and gained a deeper understanding of pharmacy.
During my studies, I transitioned from basic theory to practical exploration. Classroom knowledge laid a solid foundation, while experiments and research let me experience the joy of exploring the unknown. An experimental result often required repeated verification, and a question needed gradual discussion and research. In this process, I learned to approach study and research with rigor and patience. These ordinary moments form my most unforgettable university memories.
I am grateful to MUST for providing this learning platform. Its open and diverse academic environment allowed us to access knowledge across fields and broaden our horizons through exchanges and practice. The university motto "Sincerity and Inquiry" is not just a phrase—it reminds us to stay sincere and diligent, and take every exploration seriously.
I also thank the teachers for their dedicated teaching. Their patient explanations in class and guidance in research and internships have benefited me greatly. They taught us professional knowledge and helped us understand the responsibilities and missions of the medical field.
I am thankful for the companionship of classmates and friends. Days of preparing for exams, discussing topics, and encouraging each other added warmth to our busy lives. I thank my family for their unwavering support, which let me focus on my studies.
Graduation is a new beginning. Whether in research, clinical practice, or other fields, I will carry the knowledge and attitude from MUST, keep striving, and contribute to healthcare. I wish all 2026 graduates a bright future, teachers a successful career, and our alma mater continued prosperity.
April in Macau brings a damp, lingering breeze and a misty veil. I used to dislike this weather and wished it would pass quickly. But now, wrapped in this familiar soft wind, I look back at the campus where I spent five years—and I wish time would slow down, even just a little.
I still remember my freshman days, curious about every corner of the university. Back then, five years felt like an eternity. I thought I had plenty of time to work hard and move toward my goals in this vibrant campus. But time is like the finest sand: you hold it tight, yet it slips through your fingers. Five years have passed so fast that I barely felt them go by. Yet when I look back, every corner of the library, every lab bench, every staircase, every lecture hall seat—all hold a piece of me.
People often ask: "Isn’t studying at MUST easy?" I apologize if this sounds offensive, but we always romanticize paths we have never taken. During the days and nights I stayed up for my dreams, I watched the sky turn crimson at sunrise and the moon hang high outside the lab in the dead of night; I heard birds greet the dawn and echoes of our late-night debates in empty labs. The road to success is never smooth. Even the flattest path has stones to trip you. Over the years, I faced countless obstacles, struggled with experimental design and execution, and spent many late nights puzzling over study materials. But like a new drug’s development—the process is tough, yet the result makes every hardship worthwhile.
I have been blessed with wonderful teachers and friends over five years. Their patient guidance, wise words, care, and encouragement lifted me through every difficulty. Because you walked beside me, I was never alone. You made this hardworking season not just bearable, but rich and beautiful. I offer my deepest gratitude to everyone who supported me, giving me the courage to stand up every time I fell. This short journey has ended, but our future has just begun. Those nights of revising papers, days of testing theories in labs, moments of working side by side—they are only the opening notes of a bright symphony. As you march toward your goals, may your path always be brilliant.
"Hard work sharpens possibility into reality." — Sofia Rossi
Time passes swiftly, like a dream woven of fleeting light. In the blink of an eye, graduation season has arrived—and this year, I am one of its protagonists. Reflecting on five years, I am filled with emotion and gratitude, from an inexperienced freshman to a graduate with precious knowledge and experience.
When I first entered university, I was like a blank sheet of paper with limited understanding of pharmaceutical sciences. Through the dedicated and patient guidance of professors in and out of class, that empty page is now filled with rich professional knowledge. At the start of my fifth year, I began clinical rotations in hospital departments for the first time. The tension and responsibility of facing real patients made me realize: "one always regrets studying too little when it is time to apply knowledge." Now, as my year-long clinical internship ends, every step from lecture hall to hospital, from theory to practice, has witnessed my growth. It was this courage that led me to step out of my comfort zone and intern in Shanghai one year ago. In that unfamiliar city, I saw a broader world and, most importantly, met a braver self.
I sincerely thank Macau University of Science and Technology for its careful guidance and cultivation over the years. I am grateful for its rich academic resources and advanced lab facilities. Here, I not only gained a solid pharmaceutical theory foundation, but also understood the value of life and developed strict scientific thinking through repeated experiments and research reports. I equally thank MUST Hospital and Shanghai Children’s Medical Center for providing invaluable clinical internship platforms. I appreciate every supervisor who shared knowledge and expertise generously. Through their guidance, I deeply understand: "The weight of the white coat lies not just in technical expertise, but in the profound responsibility of facing life."
Lastly, I am grateful to the courageous self who decided to set off. Because of that courage, I can enter the next phase of life with a broader vision and calmer heart.
Today, standing at the threshold of graduation, this moment is not an end, but a new beginning. I thank my classmates for companionship and mutual support, and my family for unwavering encouragement, which helped me overcome countless challenges. In the future, I aspire to serve society with the knowledge and skills I have gained. On this occasion, I offer my best wishes to MUST: may our alma mater thrive and nurture generations of outstanding talents. To all fellow graduates, happy graduation and a bright future ahead.
