Professor Norman W.M. Ko

Chairman Yang, University Council Members, President Tong and Honoured Guests,

When I was in the scientific arena, nearly everyone I knew pointed out to me that I had no 'brain'. Years later, after I ventured into arts, someone pointed out to me that I had two 'brains'. These comments did, and still do, puzzle me.

Even with the award of this Fellowship, I am sure I could never solve such a profound no 'brain', two 'brain' riddle.

As I have only one 'brain', very naturally, I can only set myself a very simple vision in life. Merely, to try to do what I want to do. However, I am aroused, time and time again, such simple a vision is extremely difficult to achieve!

I would like to thank The Hong Kong Polytechnic University for awarding me this University Fellowship. It is an honor that I do not deserve. Without the encouragement and help from all my friends, I could never do what I want to do. This award should really be awarded to them.

Thank you.

Mr Clifton Ko Chi-sum, MH

Professor Norman W.M. Ko

Mr Kong Qingping

Ir Tsui Tack-kong

Mrs Clara Weatherall

Mr Wong Tit-shing

(in alphabetical order of last name)