The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) held the Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Scholarship Presentation Ceremony 2017/18 on 16 Nov 2017 to honour 16 students, two from each of the eight Faculties, for their outstanding academic achievement.
Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Scholarship" was set up in 2013 to pay tribute to the late Deputy Council Chairman and Distinguished Alumnus Ir Dr Ng Tat-lun, for his tremendous contributions to the development of the University as well as his passion for lifelong learning.
Officiating at the Ceremony were Mrs Millen Ng, wife of Dr Ng, Professor Timothy W. Tong, PolyU President and Dr Patrick S.C. Poon, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation. Members of the Governing Committee of the PolyU Foundation, PolyU staff, students and parents also attended the ceremony to share the joy of scholarship recipients.
Addressing the Ceremony, Professor Tong said, "Dr Ng had a long affiliation with PolyU over the past fifty years as a student, alumnus and Council member. Not only has he witnessed the growth of our University, but also made significant contribution to its advancement. His enthusiasm in pursuing knowledge, his attitude in treating others with the utmost honesty and respect, his love for alma mater and his determination to serve the community has set a good example for us."
In his speech, Mr Johnny Yeung, representative of The Ng Family called on the scholarship recipients to learn better time management skills, remain steadfast in their pursuit of knowledge and give back to their alma mater.
