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85A Alumni Tourcation – A Trip between Past and Present (Extra)

To cater for the large number of registrations for the “85A Alumni Tourcation – A Trip between Past and Present” at the beginning of this month, an extra tour was held on 24 September 2022. Around 40 alumni came back to PolyU for an exploration of new infrastructures while rekindling their nostalgic memories. On that day, the alumni group departed from Pauline Tsang Po Yan Gallery at the Alumni Atrium. They first visited the recently unveiled PolyU Main Entrance, which is an instaworthy attraction with the University’s symbolic red brick architecture and a distinctive colonnade design. After that, they entered the Pao Yue-kong Library to go on their first visit to the new 6/F – a glasshouse architecture with abundant natural light and panoramic views of the campus as well as the Victoria Harbour. Following the itinerary of the last tour, the participants also went to the Jockey Club Innovation Tower, enjoying the PolyU Design Show 2022 and getting to know the PolyU InnoHub. Finally, the alumni crossed the footbridge dynamically linking the Main Campus to Block Z, where vivid memories of their campus life came flooding back in a lecture room home to the Faculty of Construction and Environment. We were delighted to have received favourable feedback about the tour, as well as enthusiastic response regarding future visits to other sites and laboratories of PolyU. Thank you for your support, and let’s continue to have fun in the upcoming “85A Alumni Tourcations” !

85A Alumni Tourcation – Treasure Hunting in PolyU’s “Technical Library”

On 22 September afternoon, over 40 alumni joined a guided tour featuring PolyU’s “Technical Library”. Organised by the Alumni Affairs Office (AAO) and supported by the Industrial Centre (IC), the event attracted an overwhelming response from alumni across various disciplines and generations. All participants first gathered at the Alumni Atrium and gave their dearest wishes on a big birthday card for PolyU’s 85th Anniversary. With warm greetings from Ms Wanze Li, Section Head of AAO, the group first went to take photos with the recently unveiled PolyU Main Entrance, followed by Stephen Cheong Kam Chuen Memorial Plaza, Chan Sui Kau & Chan Lam Moon Chun Square, Jockey Club Innovation Tower, and finally arrived at the six-storey IC. On different floors, the staff members of this “Technical Library” led informative tours with showcases and demonstrations, telling participants more about artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, robotics, as well as other emerging technologies developed by their alma mater. Featuring alumni coming back, the “85A Alumni Tourcation” provides an immersive experience for alumni to rediscover their alma mater and share fond memories with their peers. As one of the favourite spots at all times, IC is going to present more eye-opening innovations and research projects in the upcoming tours. Please save the dates and join us!

85A Alumni Tourcation - A Trip between Past and Present

On 3 September 2022, more than 40 alumni came back to explore their alma mater with a team of teachers, students and alumni leaders. The participants were warmly greeted at the Alumni Atrium by Ms Wanze Li, Section Head of the Alumni Affairs Office; Mr Ivan Au, Chairman of the Accounting and Finance Graduates Association; and Prof. Nancy Su, Professor and Head of the School of Accounting and Finance. Their first stop on this tour was the recently unveiled PolyU Main Entrance. After that, the alumni visited the Pao Yue-kong Library, where they were amazed by the spectacular glasshouse on the new top floor, as well as the scenic study space built with contemporary infrastructure and modern facilities. To further experience the current vibrancy of PolyU, they travelled to the Jockey Club Innovation Tower, appreciating students’ creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship through the PolyU Design Show 2022 and PolyU InnoHub. As “time travellers”, the alumni also recalled their good old days when entering Cheung On Tak Lecture Theatre (TU201) and the lecture room Z206 of Block Z. Having enjoyed interactions with their juniors, the participants cherished the time they spent together on campus, witnessing the latest development of their alma mater while sharing their fond memories along the way. They were eager to join other tours in the future! Jointly organised by the Alumni Affairs Office (AAO) and the Accounting and Finance Graduates Association (AFGA), and supported by the School of Accounting and Finance (AF) and the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations (FHKPUAA), this is the 5th event of the “85A Alumni Tourcation” series. In view of the overwhelming response and tripled registrations, AAO is going to organise an extra tour on 24 September. We sincerely thank every alumnus for supporting us and look forward to seeing you all in the upcoming journeys of reminiscence!

85A Alumni Tourcation – A Dialogue with Creations at PolyU Design Show 2022

Design, creativity and everyday life are intricately interwoven. Last weekend, over 40 alumni from various disciplines experienced the glamour of design at PolyU by joining the “85A Alumni Tourcation”, which shone the spotlight on PolyU Design Show 2022. The event was jointly organised by the Alumni Affairs Office (AAO) and the School of Design Alumni Association (SDAA), and supported by the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations (FHKPUAA) and the School of Design (SD). Two tours were held on 19 August afternoon and 20 August morning respectively. Ms Wanze Li, Section Head (Alumni Affairs and Associations) of AAO, and Mr Samuel Yau, Chairman of SDAA, first gave a warm welcome to participants at the Alumni Atrium. After that, the group set off for the new landmark on campus – PolyU Main Entrance. They took photos excitedly, and then continued to tour round Stephen Cheong Kam Chuen Memorial Plaza, Chan Sui Kau & Chan Lam Moon Chun Square, and finally arrived at the Jockey Club Innovation Tower, where the PolyU Design Show 2022 took place. Student docents unveiled the design concepts behind the diverse projects done by undergraduate and postgraduate students of the School of Design; the alumni were amazed by the great creativity of their works. As PolyU members of different generations, the students and alumni also shared with each other their own interesting university stories. This “85A Alumni Tourcation” continued to attract an overwhelming response. All participants highly recommended the tour, and were eager to join the next event. Under the theme “We Are PolyU • Together We Excel”, PolyU 85th Anniversary celebrations place emphasis on the homecoming of alumni. Apart from exploring various favourite campus spots and iconic buildings, the campus tours will also feature the University’s latest development, as well as different PolyU blocks and teaching facilities – definitely an excellent opportunity for you to rediscover your alma mater!

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PolyU Members Commended on the 2022 Honours List

Our sincere congratulations go to the PolyU members who have been recently honoured or appointed Justice of the Peace by the HKSAR Government, in recognition of their significant contributions and dedicated services to the community. They are (in alphabetical order of last name):    Grand Bauhinia Medal (GBM) The Honourable CHEUNG Yu-yan, Tommy, GBM, GBS, JP  Dr the Honourable LAM Kin-ngok, Peter GBM, GBS Dr the Honourable WONG Ying-wai, Wilfred, GBM, GBS, JP   Gold Bauhinia Star (GBS) Mr CHAN Ka-kui, GBS, JP Professor CHAN Siu-chee, Sophia, GBS, JP Dr LAM Tai-fai, GBS, JP Mr LAM Tin-fuk, Frederick, GBS, JP Mr SIT Wing-hang, Alfred, GBS, JP Dr WANG Ming-chun, Elizabeth, GBS   Silver Bauhinia Star (SBS) Mr CHEUNG Ka-long, SBS Mr John Robert SLOSAR, SBS Mr YU Tak-cheung, SBS, JP    Bronze Bauhinia Star (BBS) Ms Sabrina Chao Sih-ming, BBS    Hong Kong Fire Services Medal for Distinguished Service Mr WONG Chun-ip, FSMSM   Medal of Honour (MH) Dr KEE Chi-hing, MH, JP  Dr LAM Man-chan, MH Dr LAU Chor-beng, Peter, MH Ms LEUNG Chi-kin, Gloria, MH Mr LIU Ling-hong, Stephen, MH  Ir MO Kon-fei, MH Mr PONG Wai-yan, Louis, MH Mr TAM Kwok-wing, Ivan, MH Dr TANG Shuk-ming, Winnie, MH, JP Dr YEUNG Sai-mo, Simon, MH, JP   Chief Executive’s Commendation for Community Service Ms LAI Yee-ling, Yvonne Ms LAM Chui-yuk, Jade Ms LI Ping, Serena Ms LUI Wing-chi, Michele Ms MAK Lai-ngor, Alice Ms WONG Lai-ching, Isadora Miss WONG Ting-yan, Cybil Dr YUEN Suk-yin, Margaret    Chief Executive’s Commendation for Government/Public Service Miss CHAN Wing wah, Evelyn Mr CHENG Wai lun, William Dr CHEUNG Tsz fai, Vincent Ms CHIM Yu hung, Cheryl Mr CHIU Pak ming, Walton Ir CHONG Tuen fuk Ir CHU Ka-kit, Caleb Mr CHU Kiu-fung, Truman Mr CHU Man-lung, Ernest Mr HUI Chi ping, Edwin Miss LAW Wing shan, Samantha Ms LEE Wai yee, Helen Mr LEI Roberto Man-fung Dr LEUNG Kin ip, Kenneth Mr WONG Kwok kau, Steve Mr WONG Lap yan, Ivan Mr YIP Yick ling, Eric Ms ZHONG Lap yin   Justice of the Peace (JP) Professor CHAN Siu-chee, Sophia, GBS, JP Mr SIT Wing-hang, GBS, JP Professor WAI Ping-kong, Alexander, JP Mr WONG Cheuk-kin, MH, JP Mr WONG Yan-lok, Roger, JP Mr YEUNG Yiu-fai, Ricky, JP Mr YIU Kin-wah, Stephen, JP  

President’s Luncheons with Alumni Associations

In July and August 2022, Prof. Jin-Guang Teng, President of PolyU, hosted a series of luncheons to meet with different alumni leaders. 37 representatives from local alumni associations of eight faculties and schools attended the events, and they were joined by Dr Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President, as well as Deans and Heads of the respective faculties/ schools/ departments. During the luncheons, President Teng gave a presentation on the latest development of PolyU. The alumni leaders were pleased to learn that their alma mater has achieved commendable results in various world university rankings, and appreciated the University’s significant achievements in research, knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship. President Teng also highlighted the key programmes of PolyU 85th Anniversary celebrations, inviting the alumni leaders to mobilise their members to take part in the celebratory activities.  The luncheons were filled with enthusiastic discussions on alumni engagement and alumni associations. The alumni leaders were devoted to supporting their alma mater, and looked forward to working closely with the University to further strengthen ties with the alumni community.  One more luncheon with the alumni association members will be held in mid-September. 

Add Meaning to Your Graduation

The Add Meaning to Your Graduation campaign is specially presented to the Class of 2022.  By donating HK$380, you will receive an exclusive PolyU 85th Anniversary edition of Certificate Holder, and bring benefits to PolyU and many generations of students to come!   FAQ

85A Alumni Tourcation - Traversing the New Arenas of Industrial and Systems Engineering

On 23 July 2022, around 50 alumni from various disciplines and generations gathered at PolyU to join the “85A Alumni Tourcation”, an event jointly organised by the Alumni Affairs Office (AAO) and PolyU MILES Alumni Association (MILESAA), and supported by the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) and the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations (FHKPUAA). Mr Eddy Wu, President of MILESAA, and Ms Wanze Li, Section Head (Alumni Affairs and Associations) of AAO, gave a warm welcome to the participants at the Alumni Atrium. The group first set off for the new landmark of PolyU – the enhanced main entrance – where they took good snapshots preserving this homecoming moment. Next, they were divided into two teams for the interactive guided laboratory visit, which consisted of six laboratories in total: State Key Laboratory of Ultra-precision Machining Technology, Aviation Operations and Control Laboratory, Cyber-Physical Systems Laboratory, Ng Tat Lun Digital Factory, Integrated Product Design Laboratory, and the PolyU-Microsoft Enterprise Systems Centre. Apart from introducing their state-of-the-art facilities and equipment in detail, the staff and researchers from ISE also gave demonstrations, amazing the participants who had been eager to know more about the daily applications of the systems.  After the lab visit, the group continued to reminisce about their campus life by touring round Stephen Cheong Kam Chuen Memorial Plaza, the Jockey Club Innovation Tower, the iconic footbridge in the northeast boundary of PolyU, and finally the sky garden located on the rooftop of Block Z. The event was highly acclaimed by all the participants. They were enthusiastic about the upcoming Tourcations. To celebrate PolyU’s 85th Anniversary, a series of themed alumni campus tours will be organised. Apart from exploring various favourite campus spots and iconic buildings, the tours will feature different PolyU blocks and teaching facilities as well. Please stay tuned!

PolyU confers University Fellowship on eight distinguished personalities

On 8 July 2022, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) conferred the title of University Fellowship on eight outstanding individuals in recognition of their significant contributions to the University and community. Presided over by Dr Lam Tai-fai, Chairman of the University Council, the conferment ceremony was held at the Jockey Club Auditorium on PolyU campus. The recipients were warmly greeted by PolyU President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, and other senior staff members of the University. Dr Lam delivered a speech at the conferment ceremony, where he remarked, “The eight distinguished individuals who have been awarded a University Fellowship are outstanding members of the community and excellent leaders in various professions, business sectors and industries. I strongly believe that our new Fellows will empower us to take our development to the next level, helping us excel even further.” Professor Teng welcomed the new Fellows to the PolyU family. “By joining forces with our new Fellows, who are exemplars of social responsibility, and with the continuous efforts and initiatives of the PolyU community, I am confident that the University will scale new heights in its pursuit of world-class education and research for the benefit of society,” said Professor Teng. The fellowship recipients are (in alphabetical order of last name): Mr Lawrence Chan Man-yiu Mr Lawrence Chan Man-yiu, Chairman of Park Lane Capital Holdings Limited, is a seasoned entrepreneur. He not only oversees his family office portfolio of investments, but has also shared great philanthropic passions, such as founding The Seal of Love Charitable Foundation. Over the years, he and his family have made substantial donations to PolyU’s School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM). He is currently Professor of Practice (Hospitality Asset Management) in SHTM as well. Mr Ho Sai-chu, GBM, GBS, OBE, JP Mr Ho Sai-chu, Director of Fook Lee Construction Company Limited, Fook Lee Holdings Limited, and United Builders Insurance Company Limited, is a notable business leader and a philanthropist. He has held countless public offices, and has been offering generous support for the construction industry, education, social services, as well as the promotion of Chinese art and culture in both Hong Kong and the Mainland. As the Chairman of the Ho Iu Kwong Charity Foundation, he donated to his alma mater PolyU for the construction of Ho Iu Kwong Building and Ho Iu Kwong and Kwok Pui Chun Square. Mr Leung Kin-fung Mr Leung Kin-fung is a world-class musician who has earned unanimous acclaims around the globe, including being the first Hong Kong musician to win First Prize at the Young Artist Competition in New York. He is the Music Director of Hong Kong Orchestra, First Associate Concertmaster of Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, and Artistic Director of Hong Kong Pure Strings. Sparing no effort in passing on his musical techniques and artistic vision to the next generations, he founded Hong Kong Youth Orchestra and has been the Artistic Director and Conductor of PolyU Orchestra. Dr Raymond Leung Siu-hong Dr Raymond Leung Siu-hong, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Altai Technologies Limited, is a visionary pioneer in game-changing technologies. Having been the founder of two leading technology companies in the world, he never forgets to give back to his alma mater PolyU. He was bestowed with the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2009, and is currently a member of PolyU Court. Mrs May Tam Mak Mei-yin Mrs May Tam Mak Mei-yin is an avid advocate for community causes. She shares the vision of her late husband Mr Edmund Tam Wing-fan, a renowned architect in Hong Kong. As a couple, they contributed to many charitable causes for children and the elderly, including the founding of SAHK Tam Wing Fan Child Development Centre, and the advancement of Tam Wing Fan Rehabilitation Service Centre (Occupational Therapy) at PolyU, which is the first-ever university-based occupational therapy clinic in Hong Kong. Dr Joseph Ting Sun-pao, BBS Dr Joseph Ting Sun-pao is a well-known historian of Chinese and Hong Kong history and formerly Chief Curator of the Hong Kong Museum of History. Driven by his lifelong commitment to heritage preservation, he has shouldered public duties for the government and many organisations even after retirement. Most recently, he is on the editorial board of Hong Kong Chronicles. He was Historian-in-Residence at PolyU in 2018/2019, and is currently a member of the Culture Promotion Committee. Professor George Woo Professor George Woo, Emeritus Professor and Senior Advisor of PolyU’s School of Optometry, is the Father of Optometry in Hong Kong and a pivotal figure in eye health and vision science globally. He has substantially raised the standards of optometric education and eye care services in Hong Kong. His commitment to philanthropy and volunteer work earned him the Hong Kong Humanity Award in 2020. Professor Woo and his brother Dr Victor Woo are the proud donors of PolyU’s K. B. Woo Family Endowed Professorship in Optometry. Dr Yeung Kin-man, SBS, JP Dr Yeung Kin-man is President of Biel Crystal (HK) Manufactory Limited, the world’s largest manufacturer of touchscreen glass. Having achieved tremendous entrepreneurial success with his wide vision and persistent courage, he not only assumes many public offices, but is also a great philanthropist making remarkable contributions to both Hong Kong and the Mainland. He also established an Endowed Professorship in Business Administration at PolyU to support research in management. Since its introduction in 2000, PolyU has conferred University Fellowship on a total of 128 distinguished persons.