At the end of the year, spring has arrived; Red horse stomping song, friendship lasting forever. On January 10, 2026, the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics Alumni Association's School of Statistics and Data Science Branch held a successful welcome party for the Year of the Horse and the third meeting of the second council. Alumni from all over the world are deeply connected to their alma mater and college, crossing mountains and seas to make plans for reunion; The meticulous planning of the preparatory group, the strong assistance of the alumni organization, and the heartfelt support of the cooperating units have made this gathering full of warmth and glory, adding a brilliant stroke to the end of year time of bidding farewell to the old and welcoming the new.
Reunion after a long separation, filled with warmth
At 3 pm, the check-in process officially begins. Alumni who had not seen each other for a long time arrived at the venue one after another, and their warm greetings and hugs instantly dispersed the hustle and bustle of the journey. Everyone talks about the changes of time and shares their current situation, and memories of their youth on campus flood back into their hearts, with constant laughter and joy.
In front of the poster wall, alumni stopped and took photos, capturing this moment of reunion that spans time with their cameras.
The on-site "Everyone Has a Prize" lottery segment conveys the luck and blessings of the Year of the Horse to every attending alumni, allowing warmth and joy to quietly spread in the air, and writing a warm opening for this reunion.
Collision of ideas, discussion on development together
Subsequently, two alumni forums filled with practical knowledge appeared one after another, bringing a feast of ideas to the scene.
Yang Ming, the Chief Operating Officer of Haojing Technology and an alumnus, focused on the forefront trends of the industry and explored the innovative paths and development opportunities of financial management under the new technology wave, with the topic of "AI native organization driven financial management transformation".
Peng Xi, Director of the Enrollment and Employment Office of Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, shared the school's enrollment and employment situation, comprehensively introducing the talent cultivation achievements, enrollment policies, and graduate development trends of the alma mater in recent years.
The two sharing sessions had unique perspectives and practical content, which sparked warm resonance and in-depth exchanges among the alumni present. Through the collision of ideas, everyone broadened their horizons and gathered consensus, laying the groundwork for future cooperation and development.
Speech and encouragement, drawing a blueprint together
Liu Liya, member of the Standing Committee of the Party Committee and Vice President of Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, delivered a speech, extending sincere New Year greetings to the alumni who came from afar. She thanked everyone for their long-term concern and support for the development of the school and the college, and shared the achievements of the school's development in recent years. She also sent a message to the alumni to work hand in hand with their alma mater and contribute to the success of the new era.
In his speech, Jin Wenzhong, a member of the Board of Directors of Shanghai University of Finance and Economics and the President of the Alumni Branch of the School of Statistics and Data Science, reviewed the development history of the Alumni Branch, emphasized the preciousness of alumni friendship and the bridging role of the Alumni Branch platform, and called on all alumni to continue to unite and inherit the spirit of the University of Finance and Economics, and jointly support the vigorous development of the School and the Alumni Branch.
Review of achievements and forge ahead
Feng Xingdong, Dean of the School of Statistics and Data Science, presented the 2025 work report of the college, comprehensively summarizing the fruitful achievements of the college in teaching and research, talent cultivation, discipline construction, and other aspects over the past year. At the same time, he clearly outlined the future development plan and goals, allowing students to deeply feel the college's rapid development vitality and solid pace.
Guan Zhouhai, Executive Secretary General of the Alumni Branch of the School of Statistics and Data Science, reported on the work of the Alumni Branch in 2025, elaborating in detail on the efforts and achievements made by the Alumni Branch in contacting alumni, building communication platforms, serving alumni development, and giving back to the construction of the college. He also stated that he will continue to innovate service models in the future, making the Alumni Branch a warm "spiritual home" for alumni.
Salute to role models, unite and work together
The award ceremony has become an important moment to convey recognition and respect. The Alumni Association has awarded the "Featured Registered Alumni Organization Award", "Outstanding Contribution Award for Donating and Supporting Alumni Work", and "Enthusiastic Contribution Award for Alumni Work" to the alumni branch of the college, sincerely commending organizations and individuals who have demonstrated outstanding performance in alumni work. Subsequently, the alumni branch of the college presented the "Annual Alumni Contribution Award," "Annual Outstanding Alumni Worker Award," "Annual Alumni Enterprise Contribution Award," "Annual Brand Alumni Activity Award," and "2025 Alumni Leading Mentor Certificate. Each award carries a heavy recognition and encouragement, embodying the hearts of alumni for the development of the college and alumni clubs, and inspiring more people to work together and promote development.
Subsequently, Mr. Zhang Heshi, an alumnus of the 67th Statistics major and honorary president of the Hong Kong Alumni Association, spoke as an alumni representative. Mr. Zhang and Mr. Shi shared their life insights and wisdom accumulated over time under the title of "Learning Statistics and Discussing My Life". Looking back with deep affection on my time studying at the University of Finance and Economics, I am grateful for the logical thinking and comprehensive analysis skills that the statistics major has endowed me with, which have benefited me for a lifetime. The earnest teachings of my alma mater teachers have always guided my life direction. Mr. Zhang also reviewed the precious past of co founding the Hong Kong Alumni Association of the University of Finance and Economics with friends and providing heartfelt support for the development of his alma mater. With the life motto of "serving the people is noble, health and safety are blessings, and hard work is virtue," he conveyed the responsibility and dedication of the older generation of financial professionals, deeply moving every alumnus present.
Gathering and reminiscing, discussing friendship together
All attendees took a group photo together to capture this moment of reunion across mountains and seas.
Finally, the 2026 Bingwu Year of the Horse New Year Gala officially kicked off. Alumni reminisce about their friendships, reminisce about their youth, talk about their current careers and lives, and share their expectations and plans for the future. The atmosphere on site was warm and cozy, and the long-awaited reunion immersed everyone in a strong bond of friendship.
Red horses ride the fire and embark on a new journey, alumni work together towards the future. The successful conclusion of the Bingwu New Year's Eve Party of the School of Statistics and Data Science Branch of the Shanghai University of Finance and Economics Alumni Association and the third meeting of the second council is not only a friendship agreement that spans time, but also a gathering of strength and a new chapter together. Looking back on the past, the development of the college cannot be separated from the strong support of every alumni; Looking ahead to the future, I believe that with the collective efforts of all alumni, the college and alumni clubs will continue to write more exciting chapters. May this alumni friendship that transcends mountains and seas become even richer like aging, and may we all forge ahead in the Year of the Horse at Bingwu, live up to our youth, and together with our alma mater and college, strive for a brighter tomorrow!
