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PolyU Summer Institute 2023

The PolyU Summer Institute 2023 is a newly launched programme which is designed for Secondary 4 and Secondary 5 students, or equivalent, studying in Hong Kong. It offers an excellent opportunity for students to have an immersive university experience at PolyU. There are two options: i) a credit-bearing course with a residential camp; and ii) a residential camp (3 days/2 nights).      

PolyU Alumni Shine at Geneva Inventions Expo

Congratulations! 28 PolyU innovations won 31 prizes at the 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva! This annual global event, exclusively devoted to inventions, saw us breaking records with the highest number of Grand/Special Prizes among Hong Kong delegations. Notably, a significant number of the award-winning PolyU team members are graduates of the University: Prof. Benny CHEUNG Chi-fai (ISE graduate) Prof. TO Chi-ho (SO graduate) Mr Jackson LEUNG Tze-man (SO graduate) Dr Joanne YIP Yiu-wan (ITC graduate) Dr LIU Yang (ABCT graduate) Dr YICK Kit-lun (ITC graduate) Dr ZHANG Ziheng (ITC graduate) Dr Martin YEUNG Ho-yin (HTI graduate) Prof. YIP Shea-ping (ABCT graduate) Dr Chris LO Kwan-yu (LMS graduate) Prof. KAN Chi-wai (ITC graduate) Prof. Daniel LAU Shu-ping (AP graduate) Dr LI Yaxin (LSGI graduate) Prof. CHEN Wu (BSE graduate) Dr HE Mingjing (CEE graduate) Prof. Amy FU Siu-ngor (RS graduate) Dr Jacky CHUNG Kin-hung (BRE graduate) Dr Kevin WONG Ka-fai (EE graduate) Prof. NI Yi-qing (CEE graduate) PolyU takes pride in nurturing discoverers who have developed impactful innovations to address real-world challenges. For more aspirational examples, you may visit here. Once again, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all high-achieving alumni who showcase the impact of PolyU on the global stage!

Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023

The Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023 has kicked off since February! PolyU bestows the Award on distinguished graduates in recognition of their great distinction in their chosen fields, active support for the alma mater, as well as impactful contributions to the wider community. Since last year, achievement categories have been established to recognise our alumni’s professional, entrepreneurial, scholarly, and community service achievements. Recognition is also given to outstanding young alumni. The Award is organised at Department, Faculty/School, and University levels. This month, the University also welcomes open nomination for University Award. The deadline for submitting nominations is 7 July 2023. Please visit here for details. We look forward to receiving your nominations!  

Father’s Day Festivities at Hotel ICON

This Father’s Day, Hotel ICON presents a series of scrumptious offerings for you to celebrate this special day. GREEN Father’s Day Dinner Set Enjoy the refined luxuries of Siberian Sturgeon Caviar and more over a 4-course Father’s Day dinner at GREEN. Date: 18 June 2023 Time: 19:00 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1300 or email Reservation: online The Market Father’s Day Buffet The award-winning team of The Market presents you with a Father’s Day Special lineup in our acclaimed buffet spread, with delicacies like snow crab leg teppanyaki while a complimentary serving of braised mushrooms and abalone is available for each guest. Date: 17 – 18 June 2023 Brunch: 11:45 – 14:30 Dinner: 18:30 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1308 or email Reservation: online Above & Beyond Father’s Day Dinner Set Celebrate Father's Day with Cantonese culinary classics, presenting South African abalone and giant garoupa fillet with wine pairing to match. Date: 16 – 18 June 2023 Time: 18:00 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1318 or email Reservation: online Father's Day Spectacles Tiramisu The quintessentially Italian dessert covered with a delicately poured chocolate mirror glaze, consists of mascarpone cream, ladyfingers drenched in Illy espresso and coffee liqueur, topped with a golden ‘DAD’ spectacles made of chocolate. The sweetness of the cake perfectly balances against the bitterness of the coffee – absolutely delicious yet comforting. Order period: From now to 15 June 2023 Pick up period: From now to 18 June 2023 Price: HK$438 net Order now: online  

Alumni Tourcation – Rehab Express@PolyU

On the afternoon of 25 May 2023, the Alumni Affairs Office organised a campus tour on well-being, showcasing the advanced rehabilitation facilities that nurture future professionals. The tour took a group of health-conscious alumni through four specific classrooms, where researchers and scholars shared their expertise on how the latest technology and equipment could optimise rehabilitation efficiency and effectiveness.  Among the inspiring researches presented by the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, the healthy joint studies of the Sports Training and Rehabilitation Laboratory and the interactive rehabilitation programme of the Cardiopulmonary and Exercise Physiology Laboratory piqued our participants’ interest the most. Many of them were keen to participate as research subjects in various disciplines, contributing proactively to both the University and society. Like other Alumni Tourcations, this campus tour was not merely a showcase of the Department’s success but also a fun and interactive experience for participants. Some alumni volunteered to experience how the brain-computer interface (BCI) produced signals to move a patient’s arm, while some of them tried rehabilitation games that trained patients’ adaptability. It was such an engaging time to know more about various developments in the field. Exploring areas unrelated to one’s own discipline is always interesting.  It is even more rewarding to know that the alma mater is persistently investing in and developing to contribute to society as a whole. Please continue to join our Alumni Tourcations to rediscover all aspects of PolyU! For more photos of the event, please refer to our Facebook post.  

PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network Networking Dinner

On 20 May 2023, PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network organised a networking dinner. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, Executive Vice President, Dr Miranda Lou, together with approximately 100 alumni attended the dinner. President Teng delivered a welcome remark and introduced PolyU's development and outstanding achievements. He encouraged Shanghai alumni, especially young alumni, to actively contribute their insights and suggestions for the development of the alma mater. President Teng then presented Certificates of Appreciation to the first Executive Committee Members of Shanghai Alumni Network for their dedication to PolyU and the Alumni Networks. Dr Lou was invited to present the Appointment Letters to the Honorary Advisors and the second Executive Committee members of the Network. The “Dialogue with Teng” session was the highlight of the dinner, which further elevated the atmosphere of the event. The alumni passionately shared their concerns about the university’s development, alumni affairs, and the nurturing of young alumni. President Teng and Dr Lou patiently addressed each inquiry. The alumni deeply felt the warmth and affection of their alma mater through this meaningful interaction. 

Zhejian University – PolyU Joint Centre Alumni Dinner

On 18 May 2023, Zhejiang University-The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Joint Centre Alumni Network organized an alumni dinner at Hangzhou. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, Executive Vice President, Dr Miranda Lou, together with 140 guests and alumni attended the meaningful event. President Teng and Professor He Lianzhen, Vice President of Zhejiang University delivered speech at the dinner, as well as presented honorary alumni certificates to honorary alumni. Dr Miranda Lou and Professor Li Min, Director of Office of Global Engagement and Office of Hong Kong, Macao & Taiwan Affairs of Zhejiang University presented Certificates of Appreciation to the first Executive Committee Members of Zhejiang University-PolyU Joint Centre Alumni Network for their dedication to PolyU and the network. The dinner showcased a diverse array of captivating content, with outstanding alumni sharing their stories and express their deep connection with their alma mater, enchanting Yue opera performances as well as the lucky draw.

AlumNews (May 2023) – New Souvenir, VIP Dining, and All May-nificent Happenings

This month, we have prepared our AlumNews based on a variety of exciting activities to reconnect with you. Come and join us for a memorable experience that only PolyU can provide!

Alumni Survey 2023

[UPDATE] The survey was closed on 20 August 2023. This week, we are going to launch our large-scale Alumni Survey to solicit your views about PolyU’s alumni engagement initiatives. For recent graduates, we would also like to know about your learning outcomes, and receive your feedback on the programme and Faculty/School.  The survey will be conducted on a selective basis. Invited parties will receive an email from “PolyU Alumni Survey”, in which there is an URL directing respondents to the online questionnaire powered by Qualtrics. There may also be follow-up calls and messages from the Alumni Affairs Office in relation to this survey. As a token of our appreciation, respondents who have successfully completed the questionnaire will receive eVouchers/memorable gifts, which are available on a first-come-first-served basis and while stock lasts. Don’t hesitate to make your voice heard and get your reward if you receive our invitation! Thank you in advance for supporting this University-wide exercise!       

Get Campus Access QR Codes for Your Guests in Advance

Apart from obtaining your QR code for campus access through your Alumni eCard, you can now also get QR codes for your guests in advance using the Alumni Campus Access Registration (ACAR) system. The visitors no longer need to go to the Information Counter for access registration. They can simply scan their QR codes at the entrance turnstiles.  Please visit here for a step-by-step guide, and contact the Information Technology Services Office at 2766 5900 for enquiries. We would love to see you and your friends attend University events, enjoy catering facilities, and much more!