Carrying the core message “Proud of PolyU ‧ Proud of Hong Kong”, the year-long anniversary celebrations will feature a wide range of activities of special celebratory events, forums and lecture series, community partnership programmes, alumni activities, as well as knowledge and technology transfer initiatives, catering for different stakeholders, including students, staff, alumni, partnering organisations and the wider community.
Some key events are highlighted as follows. Mark your diaries and we look forward to your participation!
Opening events A whole day’s events were held on 25 November 2016 to kick start the celebrations, including the International Forum, the Alumni Atrium Opening Ceremony, VIP Reception, 80th Anniversary Launch Ceremony and A Prelude to the Celebrations. Know More |
Innovation and Impact Summit The inaugural Times Higher Education (THE) Innovation & Impact Summit co-hosted by THE and PolyU will be held on 31 May - 2 June 2017. More Details |
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Year-round conferences, forums and lecture series The University will organise a rich mix of international conferences, forums and lecture series throughout the year. |
Alumni events Alumni from all eight decades will be invited to return to their alma mater to meet old friends and see the current status and changes on campus through a wide array of activities, including special programmes and homecoming activities. |
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Gala Dinner PolyU members and friends will be invited to join the University’s 80th Anniversary Gala Dinner as a finale of the year-long celebrations. |
Check out our Event Calendar for the full anniversary programmes.