Alumni Stories

Over the years, PolyU and its forerunners have graduated more than 497,000 students. We take great pride in having nurtured so many talents whose accomplishments have greatly benefited their professions and who have substantially contributed to the University and society. You will be enthralled by their inspiring stories.

Please contact us if you have a story to share. We would very much like to hear from you.

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Activating “Can Do DNA”

Ir Chan Siu-hung embraces challenges and does what it takes to overcome them

“Sticking to your comfort zone will not lead you to greater success. Be bold and courageous when you plan your career.”

Entrepreneur Dr Alex Wong serves the long-term good of society

“A successful business should meet the needs of the market as well as society, be people-oriented and care for the environment."

A Heart of Giving

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Top accountant Richard Sun working for the good of society

“It has always been my desire to give back to society."

True to Original Aspiration

Leading by Vision

Thomas Ho spearheads innovation excellence in construction industry

“The whole industry must advance together by embracing transformative change.”

Ir Eric Ma embraces challenges and changes as he dedicates his career to building the city

"Young people should have dreams. Set goals at every stage of life and do your best to move towards them."

Building on Dreams

Ir Eric Ma embraces challenges and changes as he dedicates his career to building the city

Dr Abraham Lam dedicates himself to promoting smart living. "A difficult path it may be, but the further you go, you will find it easier to get through."

Dr Fiona Tsui is committed in promoting fire engineering standards. "No matter how rugged the path is in our life, what really matters are continuous exploration…

Mountain Yam shares great passion for eco-friendly fashion. "The world is big, we should step out of our comfort zone and explore."

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Easing Shortage of Isolation Beds

Dr Yuen Pak-leung spearheads innovation in hospital engineering

“Believing is seeing - Innovation for transformation”

Ir Dr Peter Wong shows it is never too late to pursue study

“If I can obtain a PhD at my advanced age, anybody with enough perseverance can do it.

Lifelong Learning

Ir Dr Peter Wong shows it is never too late to pursue study

From Technology to Talent Development

Technopreneur Stephen Au supports mentees to realise their ambitions

“A clearly-defined goal. Stay hungry, stay foolish.”

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IT expert Darron Sun engages alumni to serve society

“The world keeps changing. Lifelong learning is the only way to remain competitive.”

Readiness to Do More

IT expert Darron Sun engages alumni to serve society

Asian Fashion on the Global Catwalk

Vivienne Tam wins international acclaim for ground-breaking fashion design

“Be true to yourself. Believe in yourself. Be persistent when pursuing your dream.”

Elton Ng scales new heights as mountaineer and physiotherapist

“I hope Hongkongers will follow their dreams and take solid steps to make them come true."

On Top of the World

Alex Lui’s innovative design philosophy connects buildings with their users

“An excellent building and outstanding city must be places where people are happy to gather and live in.”

The City and its People

Integrity, Excellence and Synergy

Ir Dr Wong Tit-shing contributes to society through entrepreneurship and philanthropy

“There are lots of roles to play in life; we should give the best to each of them.”

Michael Ross breaks new ground in retail trade

“A thankful heart is indispensable for scaling new heights.”

Venturing Spirit originating from Hong Kong for Shanghai Entrepreneur

Michael Ross breaks new ground in retail trade

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Environmental Warrior in the Frontier

Dr Rebecca Lee dedicates her lifelong career to environmental protection

“You have to love and be devoted to your career.”

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Professor Larry Chow reverses cancer drug resistance with a natural nutrient

“Research is about keep pushing the boundaries!”

Interdisciplinary collaboration: One plus One is bigger than two

Professor Larry Chow reverses cancer drug resistance with a natural nutrient

Keeping up with New Technologies

Luo Wei-dong rides the waves of big data in order to succeed

“A small step each day makes a big difference.”

Professor To Chi-ho spearheads optometry for the benefit of society

“I am committed to serving my alma mater PolyU, a place where my dream comes true.”

A Pioneering Vision

World-class squash player Annie Au ceaselessly pursues excellence

“Competition is about winning against your opponent. Graduation is about winning for yourself.”

Victory Comes in Many Forms

Creating Win-Win Situations

Dr Peter Yuen sets up joint lab with PolyU, bringing mutual benefits to industry, society, academia and students

"We need to have dreams and make effort to realise our dreams."

Discerning Han Fang strives to be the person she likes most

“Staying grateful and giving back to society makes me feel happy and being in a bright mood.”

The Mulan of the Business World

Discerning Han Fang strives to be the person she likes most

Nurturing Success

Nixon Chung helps hotel and tourism industry thrive in the mainland

“It is a meaningful pursuit in life to be able to help other people succeed.”

Passionate arborist Ken So promotes tree conservation in Hong Kong

“You have to be interested in what you do in order to succeed.”

City’s Green Thumb

Passionate arborist Ken So promotes tree conservation in Hong Kong

Building a Castle in the Sky

Zinc Lam develops eco-friendly construction materials and technologies to save the environment

“Brief adversity brews growth. Prolonged adversity forges success.”

Tommy Li vows to create social impact through brand design

“There is no fixed formula for success but there are traces of failure.”

Revitalising Old Brands

Tommy Li vows to create social impact through brand design

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