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President's Dialogue with Alumni

PolyU builds a vibrant alumni community through all levels of engagement. On 13 April 2023, the President’s Dialogue with Alumni was successfully held in a hybrid mode, attracting over 120 graduates worldwide who joined the event on campus and via Zoom. President Prof. Jin-Guang Teng, together with Dr Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President of the University, shared with everyone the latest development and upcoming plans of PolyU. As the event came at a time when most of the COVID-19 restrictions were lifted, President Teng was especially delighted to meet the alumni not only online but also face-to-face. To our graduates, in particular those attending the event physically, this was a unique homecoming opportunity for them to reconnect with their alma mater after trying times of the pandemic. To welcome everyone back to campus, the Alumni Affairs Office even prepared special souvenirs, which were greatly appreciated by our alumni. On this special occasion, President Teng presented to all Hong Kong, Mainland and overseas participants the various endeavours made by PolyU, including shooting up in higher education rankings, establishing research centres with an emphasis on interdisciplinary research for societal benefits, making breakthroughs in knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship, as well as launching a series of campus development projects. Our alumni were also enthusiastic about different plans of the University, such as student growth and talent cultivation, alumni engagement, industry collaboration, Greater Bay Area development and other global initiatives. President Teng and Dr Lou had a fruitful exchange of ideas with all participants. They thanked everyone for joining this special event, which facilitated open communication to promote mutual understanding and rally support for institutional advancement. They encouraged graduates to stay involved by coming back often and taking part in future activities. Being proud of PolyU’s achievements, the alumni community also looked forward to working in closer collaboration with their alma mater in the long run. 

Alumni Tourcation – Treasure Hunting in PolyU’s “Technical Library” 2.0

The Industrial Centre (IC) of PolyU boasts no shortage of gems waiting for treasure hunters to discover. On 29 March 2023, a group of alumni came back to visit this “Technical Library” and had an eye-opening experience learning about PolyU’s latest engineering facilities and equipment. Our participants were excited about exploring different areas of the IC. For instance, they went to the fifth floor that features 3D printing technologies, where the instructor demonstrated how they could aid researches in healthcare, engineering, product and fashion design. Another highlight of the tour was the Hybrid Immersive Virtual Environment (HIVE), which uses virtual technology to create a lifelike environment that enriches teaching and learning. Our alumni also participated in the Robotic and Automation Workshop at the Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Lab (AIR Lab), where they were amazed by the world’s first autonomous case-handling robotic (ACR) system developed by Hai Robotics – established by two young alumni, this company is the first unicorn start-up nurtured under PolyU’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. All participants found this campus tour intriguing. As always, our Alumni Tourcations not only aim at taking a walk down memory lane by visiting campus attractions, but also endeavour to showcase PolyU’s research facilities that all members are proud of. For more photos of the event, please refer to our Facebook post.

PolyU PRD Alumni Network - Spring Dinner 2023

PolyU Pearl River Delta Alumni Network organised the Spring Dinner on 25 March 2023 in Shenzhen. PolyU senior management, guests and approximately 400 PolyU alumni participated in the event. At the dinner, Ms Janet Chen, President of the PolyU PRD Alumni Network delivered a speech introducing the latest development of the Network. Professor Jin-Guang Teng, President of PolyU, acknowledged and thanked the Network for its remarkable achievements. President Teng also shared PolyU’s latest development, higher education rankings, and technological achievements, as well as a series of campus development projects in the future. He looked forward to getting more alumni connected to contribute to the development of their alma mater and the nation in the future.  Dr Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President of PolyU, presented the Certificate of Appreciation to the second Executive Committee members of the Network to express the gratitude for their dedication and support to the Alumni Network. The event came to a close in a joyful atmosphere. Thanks to the alumni’s sponsorship of the exquisite gifts. The dinner was filled with laughter and great conversations.  

Kick-off of Graduating Class Ambassadors Scheme 2023

On 23 March 2023, more than 110 graduating students were brought together at the Alumni Atrium for Briefing Sessions for Graduating Class Ambassadors (GCAs).   Ms Wanze Li, Interim Director of Alumni Affairs, gave a warm welcome to all GCAs. She introduced their important role in helping the alma mater to connect with graduates, especially through sharing alumni news and promoting PolyU’s latest development to their fellow classmates. Ir Yau Kwok-fai, President of the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations, encouraged the GCAs to join alumni associations to expand their social network and horizons. Other highlights of the event included a tour of the Alumni Atrium, and group discussions led by representatives from the alumni associations and colleagues of the Alumni Affairs Office. Excited about meeting the alumni leaders and other companions, the participating GCAs shared with them good ideas about engaging young alumni, peer communication and so on. Some of them even volunteered to support the upcoming alumni activities and initiatives. This year, more than 340 final-year students from various faculties and schools of PolyU as well as the Hong Kong Community College have been nominated as GCAs. We would like to thank Faculties/ Schools/ Departments for their nominations. Our appreciation also goes to the alumni leaders, including Ir Yau, Mr Justin Chan, Mr Desmond Fung, Miss Winky Lui, Mr Dominic Tse, Mr Paul Tsui, and Dr Marcus Wong, who rendered their enthusiastic support for this kick-off event. For more photos of the event, please refer to our Facebook post.  

AlumNews (Mar 2023) – Your Keys to a Treasure Trove

PolyU is always full of stories waiting to be told. As your treasure map, this month’s AlumNews has got you covered with cool things happening on campus! Let’s keep exploring the alma mater together.

Visit of Executive Vice President to PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network

On 12 March 2023, Dr Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President of PolyU, accompanied by Professor Lu Haitian, Director of Mainland Development and Dr Sean Xu, Assistant Director of Mainland Development Office, visited Shanghai and met with the Shanghai alumni. Dr Lou was delighted to meet with the alumni and share the latest developments, and achievements in teaching and research, as well as the progress of setting up of PolyU Shanghai Centre. During the meeting, Dr Lou acknowledged the support and contribution of the Shanghai Alumni Network and encouraged them to visit their alma mater. She also expressed her main concern on the young alumni development. Mr Nixon Chung, President of the Shanghai Alumni Network, concluded the fruitful results of the Network and looked forward to organising a wide range of activities, which will enable alumni to broaden their horizons. At the chit-chat session, Dr Lou was pleased to exchange views with alumni regarding their development in the Mainland, the setup of PolyU Research Centres etc. Let’s stay tuned for more alumni activities in Shanghai!

PolyU Mainland Alumni Affairs Development Conference

PolyU Mainland Alumni Affairs Development Conference was successfully held on 11 March 2023 at China World Hotel, Beijing. Dr Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President, chaired the meeting, joined by Professor Lu Haitian, Director of Mainland Development, Dr Sean Xu, Assistant Director of Mainland Development Office, 30 alumni representatives from eight Mainland Alumni Networks and Preparation Committee of Sichuan Alumni Network, together with current student representative from Doctor of Management programme, attended the meeting to explore the development of alumni affairs of PolyU in the coming year. Dr Lou shared the encouraging results that PolyU has attained very competitive ranks at the world’s latest university rankings, as well as the achievement of research and development of students to alumni representatives. She indicated the importance of alumni to the University and encouraged alumni to contribute their resources and experience to facilitate the development of PolyU. Presidents and Vice Presidents of the Alumni Networks exchanged their views and ideas at the Conference, expressing enthusiasm in connecting and serving alumni, as well as contributing to the development of the alma mater. Dr Lou was greatly impressed by the passion of our Alumni Networks and hoped this conference would be an opportunity to strengthen the communication between the Networks and the University.  

PolyU Mainland Alumni Dinner in Beijing

On 11 March 2023, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Mainland Development Office, PolyU Beijing Alumni Network and Renmin University of China - PolyU Doctor of Management Alumni Network jointly organised a gathering for mainland alumni at China World Hotel in Beijing. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, Executive Vice President, Dr Miranda Lou, together with 30 alumni representatives from PolyU alumni networks in the mainland, and over 150 guests and alumni attended the meaningful event. President Teng delivered a speech and introduced PolyU's development and outstanding achievements in the past three years. He then presented Certificates of Appreciation to the first Executive Committee Members of Beijing Alumni Network and the Doctor of Management Alumni Network for their dedication to PolyU and the Alumni Networks. Beijing Alumni Network and Doctor of Management Alumni Network invited Dr Miranda Lou to present the Appointment Letters to the second Executive Committee members, wishing the networks could continue to gather alumni and strengthen the ties between the Alma mater and alumni. Representatives from PolyU Pearl River Delta Alumni Network, Shanghai Alumni Network, Tongli Alumni Network, Zhejiang University- PolyU Joint Centre Alumni Network, PolyU School of Hotel and Tourism Management Mainland Alumni Network, PolyU Graduate School Mainland Alumni Network and the organising committee of Sichuan Alumni Network also joined this delighted event in Beijing. This joyous alumni gathering reunited teachers and students after three years of pandemic. Big thanks to all alumni for the continuous support. Looking forward to seeing you again!

Easter Feast and Fun at Hotel ICON

The Market – Double Celebration at The Market The award-winning restaurant The Market invites families in for a spectacular Easter celebration during brunch buffet. The vibrant Easter spread starts with sumptuous seafood, from Pan-fried Caribbean Lobster Tail to chilled lobster claws and meaty crab legs. A selection of Easter specialties includes Easter Bunny Salad, Scotch Eggs, Thai Egg Curry with Seafood, followed by an enticing array of Easter-themed desserts including Easter Egg Mango Panna Cotta, Hot Cross Bun, Easter Cupcake and more. Don’t forget to join the Easter Cupcake workshop with your kids during the festive period. Double the celebration as Guest Chef Oliver Rattanamanee and The Market’s Chef de Partie Jack Pinkkang will jointly showcase the quintessential royal Thai cuisine from 15 March to 1 May to celebrate Songkran, the Thailand's Annual Water Festival. Enquiries or reservations: (852) 3400 1308; book.restaurant@hotel-icon.com Online Reservations: https://dining.hotel-icon.com/en/reservation/at/the-market/?rid=109 Learn more: https://www.hotel-icon.com/dining/the-market

President's Dialogue with Alumni

Every graduate is a valued member of the PolyU community. To make the University an even better place for all members, we are constantly making improvements, from academic programmes to knowledge transfer to campus development. Are you curious about what has changed at your alma mater? Join us at the President’s Dialogue with Alumni. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng is going to share with you the latest development of PolyU. As the University continues its legacy of education and research excellence, your views and suggestions will make a difference too! Alumni from Hong Kong, the Mainland and overseas are welcome to join the event physically or online.  Exchanges will be conducted in English, Cantonese and Putonghua. Please enrol before 31 March. Details will be sent to you via email. We look forward to seeing you!                **  Special souvenirs will be given to alumni who join us on campus  **