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PolyU organised the 2nd webinar of Enlighten@PolyU on “What is Spatio-temporal intelligence? - BeiDou Satellite Netvigation System and Your Life”

PolyU has launched “Enlighten@PolyU” series in this November, engaging distinguished individuals to share their research, expertise and knowledge with the community. Following the success of the 1st webinar on 24 Nov, PolyU Chinese Mainland Affairs Office hosted the 2nd webinar of the series on 11 Dec 2020. The webinar on the topic of “What is Spatio-temporal intelligence? - BeiDou Satellite Navigation System and your daily life”, having Professor Lu Haitian, Director of Chinese Mainland Affairs and Professor of Law and Finance, School of Accounting and Finance, PolyU as the moderator, we are honoured to have invited Professor Chen Wu, Professor of Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics, PolyU as the keynote speaker and Dr Feng Shaojun, Chief Scientist of Qianxun Spatial Intelligence Inc. as guest speaker.                                                                                                                                        The event attracted around 600 registrations, bringing together scholars, alumni, students as well as supporters from the community.  At the same time, PolyU alumni in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen also organised offline gatherings locally and actively interacted with the speakers in the webinar. During the webinar, Professor Chen highlighted the history, current situation and future development of BeiDou Satellite Navigation System, its relationship with our daily life as well as changes it brings to human life. Dr Feng introduced the spatio-temporal intelligence with the audience on its new infrastructure, species and application. Participants showed enormous interest on BeiDou Global Satellite Navigation System and throw some in-depth questions to the speakers. They are excited about the applications the system brings to our daily life. The webinar was concluded by Professor Lu who resonated that BeiDou Global Satellite Navigation System will excel human beings’ ability to explore space and will bring great impact on economic and social development. PolyU will promote the research and application on Global Satellite Navigation System. More webinars of “Enlighten@PolyU” series will be launched in the future, please stay tuned with us.

Special Offer from Hotel ICON

Festive Room Offers Christmas is fast approaching, as a small token of appreciation, we are offering PolyU alumni members Hotel ICON exclusive offers for our staycations.  We have recently been IEQ (Indoor Environmental Quality) certified by SGS, of which we are the 1st in Hong Kong certified for all hotel guest areas.  To reward your contributions to the hospitality industry, and your endurance under current hardship, enjoy three festive offers from us!   SIMPLY CHILL - Bed & Breakfast  From now until 26 February 2021, book our Bed and Breakfast with our special rate from HK$867* and enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine! Enjoy one-night stay in our spacious guest room with complimentary breakfast prepared by the award-winning team from The Market.    Learn more and book: https://bit.ly/2W3VLHc   CRAVING FOR MORE - FOODCATION +  Pamper yourself and your dearest with a food-cation at Hotel ICON. Starting from HK$1,326*, enjoy one-night stay with more than 10 dining options on check-in day. What’s more, book and stay before 17th of December and enjoy complimentary breakfast if you stay on any day between Sunday to Thursday. Book Now!   Learn more and book: https://bit.ly/2W3VLHc   LONGER THE BETTER – Long stay at ICON Residences Make Hotel ICON your home away from home! Poly U alumni enjoys 10% savings on our flexible long stay packages, available in 7-day, 14-day and 30-day. Featuring a host of value-added benefits such as complimentary Wi-Fi service and in-room mini bar, we promise you a pleasant stay and an ultimate relaxation. Rest assured that precautionary measures have been implemented throughout the hotel. At Hotel ICON “We Love To Care”, and safety and wellbeing of our guests and employees are our top priority.   For reservations and enquiries, please contact sales team on (852) 3400 1193 or email to sales@hotel-icon.com and mention your school name to enjoy offer.    *Price is subject to a 10% service charge.  

Special Offer from Hotel ICON

GODIVA Christmas Afternoon Tea This is the season at GREEN! Satisfy all your chocolate cravings with legendary Belgian chocolatier, GODIVA. Featuring the Christmas Chocolate ICON Teddy Bear as the star of the meal, begin the experience with the warm chocolatey goodness from the beautifully designed Belgian treat. Don’t forget to dip the chocolate bear into a cup of hot milk to enjoy a flavourful, rich chocolate milk on the side. The Godiva Afternoon Tea Set is your best choice for early festive celebration. Learn more Book now   Book two nights and enjoy a 10% discount with our FAMILY FUN PACKAGE Book your stay with us and embark on a fun-filled journey with your little ones at Hotel ICON. Parents are invited to revel in a fuss-free staycation with stunning harbour views and unique culinary experience while we keep your kids entertained with curated experiences within the hotel. Staying with us 2 nights or above and enjoy 10% discount! Call 3400 1688 or email book@hotel-icon.com for more details! Learn more *Terms and Conditions apply

PolyU hosts inaugural webinar of Enlighten@PolyU on “Innovate for a Sustainable Future”

PolyU is pleased to launch "Enlighten@PolyU” series that engages distinguished individuals to share their insights and outlook with the community through theme-based webinars. Jointly hosted by the Alumni Affairs and Development Office and the Institute for Entrepreneurship, the inaugural webinar on the topic of “Innovate for a Sustainable Future” was successfully held on 24 November 2020, attracting over 600 registrations. The event brought together scholar, alumni, student as well as supporters of the University to talk about solutions and practices for promoting sustainable city.   The speakers included Ir Chan Siu Hung, JP, Managing Director, China, CLP Holdings Ltd; Mr Tony Ip, Founder, Tony Ip green Architects Ltd; Ir Dr Conrad Wong Tin Cheung, BBS, JP, Vice Chairman, Yau Lee Holdings Ltd; and Ir Prof. C S Poon, Chair Professor of Sustainable Construction Materials and Head, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, PolyU.  During the webinar, Ir Chan Siu Hung presented the decarbonisation path and energy roadmap of his power company that support low carbon economy in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.  Ir Dr Conrad Wong talked about the adoption of green building technologies and energy optimization solution. Mr Tony Ip showcased projects on sustainable urban development. Ir Prof. C S Poon introduced PolyU’s research on recycling/ upcycling of wastes into asphalt pavement, and the evolution and application of “eco-block”.  Upon answering some in-depth questions raised by the participants, the webinar was concluded by the Moderator Dr Hui Ka Chun, Ex-Chairman, Research Projects Vetting Sub-committee, Environment and Conservation Fund, HKSAR, who resonated with the group that everybody plays a vital role in fostering sustainable future. Collaborative and concerted efforts of the government, businesses, non-profit sector as well as individuals would be essential in pursuit of a green future. PolyU will organize further insightful webinars to introduce University’s expertise in inter-disciplinary research and impactful innovations in solving real-world challenges in the near future.

PolyU Beijing Alumni Network Enlarged Executive Committee Meeting

On 21 November 2020, the Enlarged Executive Committee Meeting in 2020 of PolyU Beijing Alumni Network 1st Executive Committee was successfully held. 15 members joined the meeting including Mr Yang Dongri, President of PolyU Beijing Alumni Network, Mr Ma Zhizhong and Mr Zhang Muhan, Vice Presidents of PolyU Beijing Alumni Network and Ms Li Donghang, representative from Chinese Mainland Affairs Office, PolyU. Mr Yang concluded the fruitful results of the Network in 2020 and set out the Network’s resolution for the coming year in the meeting. Furthermore, having the pandemic situation kept under control, the Network resumes its normal operation gradually.   

PolyU’s Magazine - Excel x Impact

The cover story of this new issue of PolyU’s magazine Excel x Impact discusses the key that will take quantum computing to the next level. A team of PolyU researchers led by Professor Tsai Din-Ping, Chair Professor and Head of Department of Electronic and Information Engineering is first in the world in making meta-lens array quantum optical chips tiny, precise and high dimensional, unlocking the full potential of this exciting new technology.   

PolyU Members Commended on the 2020 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):    Gold Bauhinia Star (GBS) The Honourable MA Fung-kwok, SBS, JP   Silver Bauhinia Star (SBS) Ms CHAN Oi-ching, JP Ms HO Chiu-king, Pansy Catilina, JP Dr NG Wang-pun, Dennis, BBS, MH Dr WOO Wai-man, BBS  Bronze Bauhinia Star (BBS) Professor CHAI, John Yat-chiu, JP Dr CHU Ting-kin, Kenneth Dr LEE Wai-lai, Margaret Ms TSUI Li, Eileen, JP   Meritorious Service Medals for the Disciplined Services and the ICAC Mr CHIU Wai-kin, Kavin   Medal of Honour (MH) Dr CHAN Kwok-man, Edward Dr CHENG King-hoi, Andrew    Chief Executive’s Commendation for Community Service Dr CHEN Hon-kwan, Jonathan Mr CHEUNG Che-kong, Clarence Ms LAI Wai-man, Yvette Mr LIN Cheuk-fung  Mr SO Chau-ming, Thomas Dr YAU Chong-yee, Miranda  Dr YUEN Pak-leung   Chief Executive’s Commendation for Government/Public Service Ms HO Wai-luen, Pauline Mr KWONG Tsz-for Ms SHIU Wai-yee, Winnie Mr YEUNG Cheuk-man, Danny   Justice of the Peace (JP) Ms CHAO Sih-ming, Sabrina  Dr KO Pui-shuen, BBS The Honourable TSE Wai-chuen, Tony, BBS  

INSPIRE Mentorship Programme

PolyU is pleased to launch INSPIRE, a new university-wide mentorship programme, to enhance students’ holistic education experience, intellectual growth and academic enhancement through a support network of role models and prominent leaders from the PolyU community. The programme is launched in the 2020/2021 academic year. We are pleased to have recruited 110 mentors. They include outstanding alumni, University Fellows, Poly-preneurs, members of the University Council and Court, as well as friends and supporters of PolyU. Our mentors will play the triple roles of an advisor, life coach and role model to the mentees. Mentoring activities such as sharing life experiences, discussing good books, arranging visits or providing job shadowing opportunities at their mentor’s workplace will help broaden students’ horizons and enhance their growth. Through learning from their mentors’ wisdom and experience, we believe our students will be truly inspired!

PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network – 1st Annual General Meeting

The 1st Annual General Meeting of PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network was successfully held on 19 Sep 2020 at Grand Skylight Gardens Hotel, Shanghai. The event received overwhelming response with about 100 guests and alumni attended. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, Executive Vice President Dr Miranda Lou, Director of Chinese Mainland Affairs  Professor Haitian Lu and the Mainland Alumni Affairs team joined the meeting via Zoom in Hong Kong. Dr Lou addressed a remarks and President Teng delivered a presentation on PolyU’s latest development to the alumni. Mr Cheung Hon Wan, President of PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network concluded the fruitful results of the Network over the past 18 months and set out the Network’s resolution for the coming year. Furthermore, a revised constitution of the Network was passed and adopted by the participated alumni, and an expansion of executive committee members was achieved with additional 12 young alumni elected. The evening was full of highlights. We were honored to have invited our alumni, Mr Niko Wang, Executive Director of CHT Hotel and Tourism School and CEO of Linkedtour.com, Mr Jacky Huen, Founder and CEO of Synet and Dr Louis Lee, Physiotherapist and Lecturer of Physical, mental health and body movement to give us talks on their professions on tourism, job hunt and physiotherapy respectively. Special thanks to the below organisations / individuals for their generous sponsorship and support to the event: -      THE PLACE Shanghai (Sponsor) -      Redefine (Venue Support) -      Shanghai Hong Kong Association - Hong Kong People in Shanghai “Tong Xin Meng (同心盟)” -      Shanghai Panchic Media and Culture company Ltd. -      Wei Retreat -      Kakao Friends -      Dr Louis Lee -       Synet -      Mr Pan Yi -      Mr Jacky Wong (Souvenir Designer) Please watch the event highlights of the AGM below.

Add Meaning to Your Graduation

The Add Meaning to Your Graduation campaign is specially presented to the Class of 2020.  By donating HK$350, you will receive an exclusive edition of Class of 2020 Certificate Holder*, and bring benefits to PolyU and many generations of students to come! *Due to overwhelming response, the exclusive edition of Class of 2020 Certificate Holder is already out of stock. We will provide a classic certificate holder with the PolyU logo.   FAQ