On the evening of April 19, 2026, Prof. Fang Yu was invited to speak at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering’s “Zhizhi Lecture Series”, where he delivered a lecture titled “Why Study Chemistry?” to undergraduate students from the classes of 2028 and 2029.

Drawing on recent academic activities and his decades of experience in research and education, Fang Yu shared his insights on “what chemistry is, the development of chemistry, and the role of chemistry”. At the end of his talk, Fang Yu expressed two expectations for the young students: First, they should set lofty aspirations, cultivate a resilient character, and take control of their own destiny with an indomitable spirit; Second, they should cultivate a deep sense of patriotism and social responsibility, grounding themselves in both moral integrity and professional competence, and conducting themselves with rigor and meticulousness. Fang Yu also answered questions from the students and posed for a group photo with them.

SCCE party secretary Li Baoxin, dean Liu Chenghui, deputy party secretary Zhao Xueru, vice dean Zhai Quanguo, Physical Chemistry Department head Bian Hongtao,  and relevant undergraduate counselors and class advisors attended the lecture, which was chaired by Li Baoxin.