My years as a PhD student were overshadowed by the pandemic. However, it is under these circumstances that I came to understand the caring and supportive nature of the department. I witnessed a sense of unity developing within our community, and I also gained an unparalleled sense of intimacy with the undergraduate students in my tutorials. The department fosters an inclusive and liberal atmosphere, encouraging not only academic research but also a wide range of student initiatives and projects. Personally, organizing a postgraduate roundtable in May 2023 with my fellow postgraduates was an incredibly rewarding experience. Additionally, I deeply appreciate the dedicated and pioneering attitude of our professors towards English literary studies, and I will always cherish the picturesque campus and the wonderful people I encountered there.