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Shanghai Fraternity Association visits PolyU

A delegation from the Shanghai Fraternity Association (SFA) visited The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 15 March. The delegation visited the facilities of PolyU for a better understanding of the University’s achievements in teaching and research. The delegation, led by Mr William Lee, Chairman of the SFA, was warmly welcomed by Professor Timothy W. Tong, PolyU President, Ir Professor Alex Wai, Vice President (Research Development), Dr Kitty Yam, Associate Vice President (Institutional Advancement), Professor Esmond Mok, Dean of Students and Professor Felix Chan, Associate Dean (Research) of the Faculty of Engineering. The delegation visited the Research Centre in 3D Printing at the Industrial Centre, the Jockey Club Innovation Tower and the House of Innovation, and the guests were introduced to PolyU’s achievements in promoting innovation and technological development. The delegation also engaged in dialogue with PolyU representatives on advancing the development of higher education and society. Professor Tong looks forward to having more exchange with the SFA and working closely with its members for the betterment of higher education in Hong Kong. ther members of the delegation included Mr Hamen Fan and Mr Charles Chu, Vice Chairmen, Mr William Koo and Mr Jimmy Jim, Members of the Executive Committee and Ms Karen Lau, Chief Executive of the SFA.

Appreciation lunch held for PolyU Foundation members

An appreciation lunch was organized by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Foundation for its members in recognition of their tremendous contributions towards the development of the University on 13 January 2017. Among the guests invited were new and upgraded members in the categories of Honorary Life Chairman, Honorary Life President and Honorary Life Vice President. Chairman of the PolyU Foundation Dr Patrick Poon warmly welcomed the guests and thanked them for their staunch support for the University. Dr Poon restated the key objective of the Foundation is to connect PolyU’s friends and partners, who share the same commitment with PolyU, and to harness their professional knowledge, experience and wisdom in taking PolyU to the next level of excellence. PolyU President Prof. Timothy W. Tong gave members an updated report on PolyU’s latest developments in education and research. He also shared with members the series of upcoming or already launched celebratory activities for PolyU 80th Anniversary and encouraged members to actively participate in the celebrations. As a token of gratitude, a Certificate of Appreciation and a specially designed souvenir were presented to members by Prof. Tong and Dr Poon.

Honouring outstanding mainland entrepreneurs at PolyU fund-raising gala dinner

On 8 December 2016, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) hosted its Gala Dinner 2016/17 and the Bauhinia Cup Outstanding Entrepreneur Awards Presentation Ceremony at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. At the dinner, the University presented the Bauhinia Cup Outstanding Entrepreneur Awards to 10 Chinese mainland entrepreneurs. Themed "Opening Minds • Shaping the Future – Our Participation in National Development", the dinner was attended by over 700 distinguished guests, alumni, staff and friends of PolyU with its proceeds designated to support the University's development. Organised by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Foundation (PolyU Foundation), the dinner was officiated by Deputy Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR Ms Qiu Hong, PolyU Council Chairman Mr Chan Tze-ching, PolyU President Prof. Timothy W. Tong, Chairman of the PolyU Foundation Dr Patrick Poon Sun-cheong, Chairman of the PolyU Court and Co-chairman of the Organising Committee (OC) Prof. Roy Chung Chi-ping, the other Co-chairman Mr Johnny Yeung Chi-hung and members of the OC, as well as members of the Governing Committee of the PolyU Foundation. The event also marked the presentation of the Bauhinia Cup Outstanding Entrepreneur Awards to recognise outstanding mainland entrepreneurs who have made significant contributions to business and industry, technological and social development. The Awards scheme creates opportunities for local and mainland entrepreneurs to exchange and explore business opportunities. This year, the awardees came from seven mainland provinces. (Please refer to the Appendix for the full list of awardees). Highlights of the event included a variety of musical performances, including Guzheng performance by Dr Raymond Chan and Dr Lunlun Zou, as well as singing by Miss Cally Kwong, Dr Allen Shi Lop-tak, Dr Aaron Shum and Mr Jasper Tsang Yok-shing together with the President's Band comprising Prof. Timothy W. Tong, PolyU students and alumni. A  climax of the evening was the live auction conducted by Ms Mei Mei, Specialist of Fine Art of Sotheby's and Prof. Roy Chung Chi-ping. The auction items included premium wines, high jewelry and watches, and exquisite artworks sponsored by German Pool (HK) Limited, Prince Jewellery and Watch Company Limited, Ms Shirley Chan Suk-ling, Ms Fiona Cheung Sum-yu, Mr Louis Mak Law-mo and Dr Raymond Wong. A mini exhibition was also held to showcase PolyU's innovations and research, education programmes and service-learning initiatives that have contributed to the advancement of the nation. The event owed its success to the generous support of sponsors, including Diamond Sponsors Lee & Man Paper Manufacturing Limited and Dr Patrick S.C. Poon and Mrs Wendy Poon, Ruby Sponsor Fujian Septwolves Group Co., Ltd, Gold Sponsors Kunming Shining Star Group, Qiandong Rare Earth Group Co., Ltd and Win Hanverky Holdings Limited, various Pearl and Crystal Sponsors, as well as sponsors of VIP tickets, gifts and performances. The PolyU Foundation was officially established on 1 July 2014 with an aim to supporting PolyU in the improvement of facilities and resources, promotion of research and development, and furthering the all-round development and competitiveness of students. It serves to recognise and connect supporters and friends of the University. 2016 Bauhinia Cup Outstanding Entrepreneur Awards  Appendix   Award Recipients   Mr Wang Youjun Chairman and President of Beijing Watchdata System Co., Ltd Mr Niu Xinmin Chairman of Wanhua Enterprise Mr Li Yuming Chairman of Kunming KaiXuanLi Investment Co., Ltd Mr Zhou Yibing President of Digital China Information Service Company Ltd Mr Zhou Haijiang Co-chairman and President of Hongdou Group Co., Ltd Mr Jing Zhu Chairman of Haima Investment Group Co., Ltd   Ms Zhai Meiqing President of Heungkong Group Ltd   Mr Deng Weilin Chairman of Shenzhen Hongye Investment Holding Group Co., Ltd   Mr Zhong Yu Chairman of Kangde Xin Composite Material Co., Ltd   Mr Su Yongqiang Chairman and President of Hongwuhuan Group Co., Ltd  

PolyU•Kum Shing Invitational Golf Tournament raises funds for student development

With the generous support of Kum Shing Group, the ‘PolyU•Kum Shing Invitational Golf Tournament’ was held on 5 January 2017 at Mission Hills Golf Club, Dongguan. The tournament, which marked the first fund-raising activity of PolyU in 2017 – a milestone year for PolyU as it celebrates its 80th Anniversary, attracted the participation of more than 200 business elites, community leaders, as well as alumni and supporters of PolyU and raised over HK$1.5 million for student development. Officiating guests of the kick-off ceremony included Mr Chan Tze-ching, PolyU Council Chairman; Professor Timothy W. Tong, PolyU President; Dr Patrick Poon, Chairman of PolyU Foundation; Ir Dr K.K.Wong, Chairman of the tournament’s Organizing Committee (OC) and Group Chairman and CEO of Kum Shing Group; Dr Dennis Ng, Honorary Chairman of the OC and Co-chairman of Golf Tournament Celebration Dinner; other Honorary Chairmen of the OC, including Mr David Ting, Mr Y.F.Lee, Mr Bob Chong, Dr K.C.Yip, Mr Peter Lau, Mr Patrick Luk and Dr Edward Chan; and Mr Tenniel Chu, member of the OC and Co-chairman of the Golf Tournament Celebration Dinner. Also officiating at the ceremony were Professor Frederick Ma, Chairman of MTR Corporation and the Hon. Ambrose Lee Siu-kwong, HKSAR Representative of the National People's Congress. Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Chan Tze-ching and Professor Tong thanked Kum Shing Group, Mission Hills and other sponsors as well as the tournament’s OC for making the event a great success. The awards of the tournament including team awards: ‘Honorary Chairman Cup’, ‘Industrial & Commerce Cup’ and ‘Company Cup’ as well as individual awards: ‘Best Gross Score’, ‘Best Net Score’, ‘Alumni Cup’, ‘Longest Drive’ and ‘Closest to the Pin’ were presented at the Golf Tournament Celebration Dinner held on the same day. 

Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Scholarship Presented to Outstanding Students

Dr Ng Tat-lun Memorial Scholarship Presentation Ceremony 2016/17 was held on 9 Nov 2016 to honour 16 students, two from each of the eight Faculties of PolyU, 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. The Presentation Ceremony was officiated by Mrs Millen Ng and Ms Irene Ng, wife and daughter of Dr Ng Tat-lun, 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 members, students and parents also attended the ceremony to congratulate the scholarship recipients. Addressing the Ceremony, Professor Tong thanked Ms Irene Ng for her recent donation and said, "Dr Ng had a good sense of humour, he always treated others with the utmost respect and honesty and was determined to serve the community. He had a long affiliation with PolyU over the past fifty years, from student to Council member. He was also the founder of the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations. Not only had he witnessed the growth of our University, but also made significant contribution to its advancement. With his enthusiasm in pursuing knowledge and his love for our University, he has set a role model for us." In her speech, Ms Irene Ng thanked PolyU again for giving her late father the chance to learn and give back and to fulfill his belief of "Knowledge Changes Fate". Ms Ng called on the scholarship recipients to pay more attention to the people and things around, no matter big or small, and learn from them, to care for and to establish closer ties with other people.

New Territories General Chamber of Commerce visits PolyU

About 40 members of the New Territories General Chamber of Commerce (NTGCC) visited PolyU on 29 September. The delegation, led by NTGCC Chairman, Dr Sam Wong Chun-sing, MH and Honorary President Mr Yuen Mo, GBS, JP, was warmly welcomed by Mr T. C. Chan, Council Chairman of PolyU, Professor Timothy W. Tong, President, Dr Miranda Lou, Vice President (Administration and Business) and Dr Kitty Yam, Associate Vice President (Institutional Advancement). At the welcoming lunch, Dr Sam Wong, acknowledged the many contributions PolyU has been making to the development of the community over the years. He shared Mr Chan and Professor Tong’s views and endorsed PolyU’s initiatives on applied research and education, and in particular, the nurturing of all-round talents with strong sense of social responsibilities. The delegation also paid visit to the House of Innovation, Jockey Club Innovation Tower and Industrial Centre, which enabled NTGCC members to understand more about PolyU’s latest education and research achievements.

PolyU receives repeated generous donation from outstanding alumnus Ir Wong Tit-shing

Outstanding PolyU Alumnus and Chairman of Jetta Company Limited, Ir Wong Tit-shing, has made a generous donation of HK$2 million to support student development for the sixth consecutive year. At the cheque presentation ceremony held on 22 July 2016, PolyU President Professor Timothy W. Tong thanked Ir Wong for his significant contribution to the University over the years. In recognition of Ir Wong’s staunch support, the “Alumni Common” in the “Alumni Atrium” will be named “Wong Tit Shing Alumni Common”. The “Alumni Atrium” located in Core A and spanning across an area of 250m², is a new facility dedicated to our alumni community. The “Alumni Common” is located on the mezzanine floor and has a contemporary design. It is an ideal place for reading, leisure and other networking activities. The “Alumni Atrium” will be officially opened by the end of 2016. The opening will also be one of the activities marking the commencement of the year-long celebration of the 80th Anniversary of PolyU in 2017.

Generous donation from outstanding alumnus Ir Dr Otto Poon

Ir Dr Otto Poon, Outstanding PolyU Alumnus and Chairman of ATAL Engineering Group, recently donated HK$2 million to PolyU to support University development. In recognition of his unstinting support, an appreciation plaque would be put up on the façade of the Alumni Atrium, a new facility for alumni activities and networking on campus. At the cheque presentation ceremony held on 8 July 2016, PolyU President Prof. Timothy W. Tong thanked Ir Dr Poon for his generosity as well as his valuable advice given to the University on development issues over the years. Prof. Tong emphasised that support from alumni is crucial to the sustainable development of the University. Located at Core A and spanning across an area of 250m², the Alumni Atrium is a new facility dedicated to the alumni community. It provides a spacious and comfortable environment for leisure, recreation and cultural activities through which alumni can cultivate friendships and foster exchange and partnerships with other stakeholders of the PolyU community. The Alumni Atrium is expected to open by the end of 2016, with the opening being one of the celebratory activities of PolyU’s 80th Anniversary.

PolyU names lecture theatre after Dr Allen Shi Lop Tak

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has named a lecture theatre after Dr Allen Shi Lop-tak, Founder and Chairman of Brilliant Group, in recognition of his contribution to the Hong Kong community, as well as his ardent support to the University. At the naming ceremony held on 24 June 2016, Mr Chan Tze-ching, PolyU Council Chairman, and Professor Timothy W. Tong, PolyU President, expressed their sincere appreciation to Dr Allen Shi and Mrs Kimmy Shi for their generous donation to PolyU and commended on their commitment to philanthropy. Members of PolyU Council, Court and the PolyU Foundation Governing Committee, as well as Dr Shi’s family members and friends also attended the ceremony to witness this memorable moment. Dr Allen Shi Lop-tak graduated from The Hong Kong Polytechnic, the forerunning institution of PolyU, in 1980 and has been supporting his alma mater over the years. Besides his successful business endeavours, Dr Shi has also been dedicated to serving the community and is keen on supporting charity work and youth eductaion. Located at Block Z on campus, the Allen Shi Lop Tak Lecture Theatre has 252 seats with state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment for teaching, seminars and academic workshops.

Hong Kong Young Industrialists Council delegation visits PolyU

Led by the President Dr Jacky Cheung, the delegation of the Hong Kong Young Industrialists Council (HKYIC) visited The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 24 May to see the latest development of the University and to exchange views on the development of industries in Hong Kong. The President of PolyU, Professor Timothy W. Tong warmly received the delegation and thanked HKYIC for its staunch support for the University. He looked forward to further collaboration with members of HKYIC and the industrial sector for the development of new technologies that would benefit the industry and the world. Members of the delegation toured the Cleanroom which provides class 100, class 1,000 and class 10,000 environments, the Food Safety and Technology Research Centre, the Aviation Services Research Centre and the Industrial Centre during their visit, and had fruitful discussions with the professors and investigators in charge of the facilities. Apart from the President, other members of the HKYIC delegation included Executive Vice President Mr Zhang Hwo-jie, Vice Presidents Mr Benedict Sin and Mr Alan Cheung, other Executive Committee members and YIC Youth Chapter members.