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Conference organizer Mr. Tughluk Abdurazak gave opening remark at the beginning of the conference.
Opening remarks at '2014 Interact with Uighur Scientist'
June 7, 2014
By Tughluk Abdurazak
Good morning and welcome to the 2014 Interact with Uighur Scientists Conference. On behalf of the organizers of this conference - the Uighur Tea Party and all the members of Uighur Community in Virginia and Maryland - I would like to warmly welcome world-renowned Uighur scientist Dr. Shoukhrat Mutellip, who made Uighurs known to the scientific world, who traveled a long distance to attend this historical event held in the capital of the United States. I would also like to extend my gratitude to all community members and especially to the Uighur youth who are here with us today. Thank you!
The history of Uighur overseas education began 25 years ago. Patriotic and hard-working Uighur youth from all parts of East Turkestan came to the United States and other well-developed western countries to pursue higher academic degrees. Many of them overcame numerous difficulties, studied very hard and achieved great successes in their areas of research. Today, we have invited some of the most successful individuals to present their research expertise and to share their personal stories for the edification and inspiration of today's Uighur youth. My sincere appreciation goes out to Dr. Erkin Sidick and Dr. Tashpolat Rozi from California, Dr. Reyhan Baktur from Utah, Dr. Rishat Abbas from Pennsylvania, and Dr. Gülnaz Abdukadir from Virginia for travelling here today for the purpose of sharing, interacting and connecting with our younger generation. And the most importantly, for supporting and promoting education and scientific pursuits in the Uighur community.
As we all know, in recent years, a large number of Uighur youth have traveled to the United States and other parts of the world. Some of them are studying hard in universities across the country, some of them are working in high-technoogy institutions and firms, and some of the are studying in high school or language schools in preparation of pursuit of higher academic degrees in the future. Living in a foreign land, far away from one's hometown and parents is not an easy thing. I strongly believe that guiding our youth and assisting them to accomplish their endeavors, goals and dreams should be our - the elder generation's - responsibility. Therefore, I have great hope and enthusiasm in the important purpose of this conference: to make a personal connection between older and younger generations of Uighurs. I also believe that this conference will inspire some of today's youth to become tomorrow's great scientists, such as Dr. Shoukhrat Mutellip!
In the 17th century, Galileo Galilei said: “You cannot teach a man anything, you can only help him discover it in himself.” The purpose of our meeting here is not to try to pour knowledge into your heads; instead, our intention is to help you discover the innate talent already hidden inside you!
We received strong encouragement and support from Uighurs around world during the preparation of this event. I would like to take moment to acknowledge all financial and moral supporters of the 2014 Interact with Uighur Scientists Conference.
Finally, from the depths of my heart, I would like to express my fervent wish for the resounding success of this event!
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Conference organizer Mr. Tughluk Abdurazak gave opening remark at the beginning of the conference.
Opening remarks at '2014 Interact with Uighur Scientist'
June 7, 2014
By Tughluk Abdurazak
Good morning and welcome to the 2014 Interact with Uighur Scientists Conference. On behalf of the organizers of this conference - the Uighur Tea Party and all the members of Uighur Community in Virginia and Maryland - I would like to warmly welcome world-renowned Uighur scientist Dr. Shoukhrat Mutellip, who made Uighurs known to the scientific world, who traveled a long distance to attend this historical event held in the capital of the United States. I would also like to extend my gratitude to all community members and especially to the Uighur youth who are here with us today. Thank you!
The history of Uighur overseas education began 25 years ago. Patriotic and hard-working Uighur youth from all parts of East Turkestan came to the United States and other well-developed western countries to pursue higher academic degrees. Many of them overcame numerous difficulties, studied very hard and achieved great successes in their areas of research. Today, we have invited some of the most successful individuals to present their research expertise and to share their personal stories for the edification and inspiration of today's Uighur youth. My sincere appreciation goes out to Dr. Erkin Sidick and Dr. Tashpolat Rozi from California, Dr. Reyhan Baktur from Utah, Dr. Rishat Abbas from Pennsylvania, and Dr. Gülnaz Abdukadir from Virginia for travelling here today for the purpose of sharing, interacting and connecting with our younger generation. And the most importantly, for supporting and promoting education and scientific pursuits in the Uighur community.
As we all know, in recent years, a large number of Uighur youth have traveled to the United States and other parts of the world. Some of them are studying hard in universities across the country, some of them are working in high-technoogy institutions and firms, and some of the are studying in high school or language schools in preparation of pursuit of higher academic degrees in the future. Living in a foreign land, far away from one's hometown and parents is not an easy thing. I strongly believe that guiding our youth and assisting them to accomplish their endeavors, goals and dreams should be our - the elder generation's - responsibility. Therefore, I have great hope and enthusiasm in the important purpose of this conference: to make a personal connection between older and younger generations of Uighurs. I also believe that this conference will inspire some of today's youth to become tomorrow's great scientists, such as Dr. Shoukhrat Mutellip!
In the 17th century, Galileo Galilei said: “You cannot teach a man anything, you can only help him discover it in himself.” The purpose of our meeting here is not to try to pour knowledge into your heads; instead, our intention is to help you discover the innate talent already hidden inside you!
We received strong encouragement and support from Uighurs around world during the preparation of this event. I would like to take moment to acknowledge all financial and moral supporters of the 2014 Interact with Uighur Scientists Conference.
Finally, from the depths of my heart, I would like to express my fervent wish for the resounding success of this event!