News and Achievements

PolyU Sports Teams Bagged Six-time Grand Slam Champions

PolyU Sports Teams have once again dominated the competition, clinching the Grand Slam title for the sixth consecutive time at the 2023/24 Inter-Collegiate Competition organised by the University Sports Federation of Hong Kong, China (USFHK). To honour the efforts of these student-athletes and celebrate their remarkable achievements, an award ceremony was held on 17 April 2024.  Throughout the year, PolyU’s Sports Teams have achieved remarkable success, securing a total of 15 championships, 7 1st runners-up, and 7 2nd runners-up positions across 33 sports events. Our student-athletes showcased their outstanding abilities, taking home the Yearly Men’s and Yearly Women’s Overall Championships for the sixth time in a row. A total of 18 PolyU students have also been recognised as “USFHK Most Valuable Players” or “USFHK Individual Champions”, acknowledging their exceptional performances in their respective events. Media Coverage: Headline Daily Sing Tao Daily Sportsroad Sport Soho  

PolyU Students Awarded For Our Future Scholarship 2023/24

Two outstanding PolyU undergraduate students Kelvin Hui Tsz Kwai (Department of Rehabilitation Sciences) and Deanna Xu Yi Nam (Department of Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics) have been awarded the ‘For Our Future Scholarship’ 2023/24 by The Greater Bay Area Homeland Youth Community Foundation, for their exceptional academic performance, diverse talents and community dedication.  As the two out of 16 awardees, both Kelvin and Deanna will receive a scholarship of HK$50,000 and an exchange opportunity to the Greater Bay Area with a focus on innovation and technology, culture and art, economy, and people’ s livelihood around the GBA. Congratulations again to the awardees!  Media Coverage: Bastille Post China News Service ifeng.com SZ Online East Money Sina Hong Kong Economic Times

Appreciation Reception for Scholarship and Bursary Donors 2023/24

The Appreciation Reception for Scholarship and Bursary Donors 2023/24 was successfully hosted at the Alumni Atrium on 16 April. This joyous gathering brought together over 100 donors, guests, students, and members of the senior management team, all united in celebration and profound gratitude for the exceptional scholarship and bursary donors. During the event, PolyU President Prof. Jing-Guang Teng and Deputy Chairman of PolyU Foundation Dr Alex Wong expressed their deepest appreciation to all the donors, recognising their unwavering support and guidance as PolyU works to create a favourable environment for educating the young generation. Certificates of appreciation were presented to those extraordinary donors who have generously supported our University's scholarship and bursary scheme for at least 15 years. We were also honoured to welcome esteemed representatives from two organisations, Zonta Club of Kowloon and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, to join us and share their invaluable experiences, beliefs, and aspirations in supporting education and PolyU. Adding a touch of enchantment to the occasion, Mr Yaseen Shafayet, a talented scholarship awardee from the Department of Applied Physics, mesmerised everyone with his captivating guitar recitals. His heartfelt performance truly embodied the gratitude we all feel towards our amazing donors.

The High Table Dinner cum Dean of Students Talk Series 2023/24

Held at Hotel ICON on 8 April, the High Table Dinner cum Dean of Students Talk Series brought together more than 300 students, guests, and esteemed members of the senior management team and it was a resounding success. The evening commenced with a warm welcome remark from our president, Prof Jin-Guang Teng, followed by the speech of Mr Charles Li, the Founder and Chairman of Micro Connect, Former Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Exchange and Clearing Limited, and recipient of the PolyU Honorary Doctorate in 2023, on “Developing A More Economically Inclusive Finance Market”. Mr Li shared with our students his profound insights and invaluable guidance and the session was further elevated by a captivating classical music performance delivered by our talented violinists from the PolyU Orchestra. The event perfectly concluded with the video showcase of PolyU integration. The dinner was graced by the presence of around 270 students, representing various departments in PolyU. 56% of the attendees were local students, while 44% were from 22 countries, reflecting PolyU's commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive academic community. This grand occasion served as an inspiring platform for students to engage with influential speakers in a fine-dining setting and immerse themselves in the captivating musical performance. The event garnered significant media attention and was featured on PolyU’s social media platforms: PolyU Facebook PolyU Instagram PolyU LinkedIn PolyU X PolyU Weibo PolyU Xiaohongshu SAO Instagram  

PolyU admits 13 outstanding athletes through SALSA Scheme

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) places a strong emphasis on providing holistic education and supports the dual-track development of student-athletes in sports and academic pursuits. This year, PolyU has admitted 13 outstanding athletes through the Student-Athlete Learning Support and Admission Scheme (SALSA) who will embark on their undergraduate studies in the 2024/25 academic year and get prepared for the future.   The newly admitted student-athletes have achieved remarkable results representing Hong Kong in international and regional tournaments in sports that include athletics, equestrian, fencing, football, judo, squash, table tennis, triathlon and wushu. They will be enrolled on a wide range of undergraduate programmes, including Applied Social Sciences; English and Applied Linguistics; Nursing; Optometry; Radiography and Physiotherapy.   Prof. Kwok-yin WONG, PolyU Vice President (Education), welcomed the 13 student-athletes to the University and said, “PolyU is committed to providing holistic education and encourages students to develop varied abilities. We hope student-athletes are able to apply the determination to go beyond own limits in their academic pursuit as in competition and motivate their PolyU peers to constantly demonstrate excellence.”   Hong Kong Premier League player POON Pui Hin, who scored the decisive goal in the men’s quarter-finals of the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou and led the Hong Kong team to make a historic run into the semi-finals is admitted to PolyU in the coming academic year. Now focusing on the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, he believes language-related knowledge and communication skills will propel his career growth, thereby choosing to study English and Applied Linguistics. He said, “Despite the demanding schedule of matches and training, I am confident that I can balance my football career and academic development with the ample support provided by PolyU. I will endeavour to bring glory to Hong Kong once again.”   Squash athlete LEUNG Ka Huen, who bagged a silver medal in the girls’ team at the Asian Junior Squash Team Championships last year, will pursue the programme of Physiotherapy. After her experience of competing while injured, she has been drawn to the profession of physiotherapy and is determined to pursue a career in this field. “Knowing the course workload could be heavy, I am grateful for PolyU’s strong support and arrangement of a tutor to provide individualised support to address my needs in learning and other areas. This will enable me to remain focused on training while keeping up with my studies.”   Winning a gold medal at the Acropolis International Wushu Open Tournament and a silver medal at the Asian Junior Wushu Championships in the junior boy’s sanda category last year, wushu player TAI Lok Ming aspires to study Applied Social Sciences to become a social worker. He remarked, “I hope to enhance myself through my studies at PolyU, and utilise the knowledge gained from the programme to assist people in need.”   PolyU offers a number of scholarships to student-athletes every year, in recognition of their distinguished sporting achievements. Athletes admitted through the Scheme are awarded scholarships of up to HK$400,000. The University also provides them with residential college accommodation to drive their personal growth through hostel life, as well as a series of learning support opportunities including individual mentorship in their academic work, flexibility in learning and study assessments, and extension of study periods. Media Coverage: HK01 Jornal Va Kio

PolyU Presidential Student Leadership Award 2023

PolyU oraganises the Presidential Student Leadership Award annually to recognise our student leaders and encourage them in developing their potential fully. This year, 27 students are recognised to receive the award. Among them, WANG Yanze, from the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering of the Faculty of Engineering, was selected to receive the President’s Distinguished Student Leadership Award of this year. The Presentation Ceremony was held on 26 March 2024 successfully. Our President, Professor Jin-Guang TENG officiated at the Ceremony and presented the Awards to the students. The event effectively garnered attention from the media, including: Wen Wei Po - https://polyu.me/4cxWTsr Ming Pao Daily News - https://polyu.me/4cwFKj2

President's Sharing Session with Students: Fostering Open Dialogue and Building a Better PolyU

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) held the first President's Sharing Session with Students of the 2023/24 academic year on 28 March, 2024, demonstrating the University's commitment to continuous communication and engagement with students. Over 30 students actively participated in the session, which provided a platform for exchanging views and raising questions directly to the Central Management Team (CMT). The session commenced with a comprehensive presentation by President Teng, who shared the latest updates on PolyU's developments and initiatives. President Teng emphasised the University's dedication to providing a holistic and supportive learning environment for all students. The Vice President (Student and Global Affairs) Prof. Ben Young then took the stage to elaborate on the diverse range of student support and services offered by PolyU.  He encouraged students to utilize these services to enhance their university experience and achieve their academic and personal goals. The highlight of the session was an engaging Q&A session, where students had the opportunity to directly address their concerns and questions to the CMT members. Topics raised included campus access and facilities, non-local student support, and study-related issues. The CMT members listened attentively and provided thoughtful responses, demonstrating their commitment to understanding and addressing students' needs. The President's Sharing Session served as a valuable platform for the CMT to engage with students and gain insights into their experiences and challenges. By fostering open dialogue and actively addressing student concerns, PolyU reaffirms its commitment to building an inclusive university community.   

Presentation Ceremony for the Outstanding Student Award & Presidential Student Leadership Award 2023

We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the Presentation Ceremony for the Outstanding Student Award & Presidential Student Leadership Award 2023, held on 26 Mar!  It was a day filled with celebration and recognition of PolyU's exceptional students who have demonstrated unwavering dedication to their academic pursuits and exhibited extraordinary leadership qualities. Join us in applauding the Most Outstanding PolyU Student, Miss WONG Sze Lam, from the Faculty of Construction & Environment, for her outstanding achievements and remarkable contributions! And let's not forget to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mr WANG Yanze from the Faculty of Engineering, who has earned the President's Distinguished Student Leadership Award! We are immensely proud of all our award recipients and the bright futures they are destined to create. The event garnered significant media attention and was featured in the following publications: Dot Dot News Headline Daily HK01 Hong Kong Commercial Daily Line Today Ming Pao Daily News Oriental Daily News Ta Kung Pao Wen Wei Po The ceremony was also featured on PolyU’s social media platforms: PolyU Facebook PolyU Instagram PolyU LinkedIn PolyU Weibo PolyU Xiaohongshu SAO Instagram

ICAC Ambassador Programme 2023/2024

PolyU and The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) collaborate annually to implement the ICAC Ambassador Programme, with the primary aim of actively engaging students in supporting ICAC's efforts towards integrity and anti-corruption. The programme entails a year-long engagement for selected ICAC Ambassadors, including leadership training, mentoring, and project design and management. Through their participation, students have the opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of ICAC's mission, explore topics related to integrity and commitment, and enhance their skills through collaborative promotional initiatives. In the current academic year, the PolyU ICAC Ambassadors for the 23/24 cohort, known as '乖巧皮諾丘,' have successfully organised a diverse range of activities in February and March to promote the values of probity and disseminate the positive principles championed by ICAC. These activities included the "ICAC Info Week" fun fair, the "Unraveling ICAC" sharing session, and aroma stone workshops.

18 PolyU Students Awarded Link University Scholarship 2023/24

Eighteen PolyU students, first-generation university entrants, have been awarded a Link University Scholarship 2023/24. The Scholarships recognise outstanding performance in academics and community services, and serve as encouragement on the students’ path to pursuing their dreams. The outstanding PolyU students were presented the Scholarship certificate at the Link University Scholarship Presentation Ceremony on 2 March 2024.