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Annual Gathering of “INSPIRE” Mentorship Programme

PolyU launched its first institution-wide mentorship programme “INSPIRE” in 2020, with a view to further enhancing students’ academic, personal, and professional advancement in a holistic way through a support network of role models and prominent leaders from the PolyU community. A big thank you to all the 109 highly-esteemed mentors, including outstanding alumni, University Fellows, Poly-preneurs, members of the University Council and Court, as well as friends and supporters of PolyU, for their support in this meaningful initiative. They have facilitated the holistic education experience of the 349 student mentees in the academic year 2020/21.   On 27 October 2021, participating mentors, mentees, senior management and staff member of PolyU were brought together in the “INSPIRE Annual Gathering 2021” to celebrate the programme’s success. Mentees expressed their sincere gratitude to their mentors for their guidance and support on this special occasion.

Exclusive Offers from Hotel ICON

Welcome to an extensive array of delightful offers exclusively to PolyU alumni members. Hotel ICON is pleased to offer an extensive 2 years 15% discount at Above and Beyond, The Market, and GREEN. For details on terms and conditions, please click here.  Other privileges include: -       SIMPLY CHILL - Bed & Breakfast  -       Limited 15% off Discount for Above & Beyond Takeaway Service -       LONGER THE BETTER – Long stay at ICON Residences (Please email sales@hotel-icon.com for more details)   Learn More: https://www.hotel-icon.com/offers/exclusive-offers-for-polyu   For restaurant reservations or enquiries, please contact (852) 3400 1388 or email to book.restaurant@hotel-icon.com.    

PolyU honours ten distinguished graduates at the Award Presentation Ceremony of Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2021

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) presented the "Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2021" to ten distinguished graduates at the award presentation ceremony on 4 October 2021 at Hotel ICON. More than 100 guests including awardees and their families, proposers, award recipients of past years, senior management and staff of PolyU attended the event. Dr Katherine Ngan Ng Yu-ying, MH, JP, Guest of Honour and Chairman of the Panel of Judges, Prof. Jin-Guang Teng, President of PolyU and Dr David Ng Kin-ching, President of the Federation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Alumni Associations (FHKPUAA) presented the awards to the ten distinguished alumni. They are (in alphabetical order of last name): Mr Jack Chan Hoi, EY China Chairman, Greater China Regional Managing Partner and Global Executive Member, Ms Janet Chen Lijuan, Chairman, Shenzhen Ebeca Beauty Technology Investment Company Limited, Mr Tino Kwan Wing-kuen, Founder and Principal Consultant, Tino Kwan Lighting Consultants Limited, Ir Dr Kelvin Leung Kai-yuen, CEO, Asia Pacific, DHL Global Forwarding (Hong Kong) Limited, Mr Michael Ross, Vice Chairman, Charoen Pokphand Group and Co-chairman, CP Commercial Real Estate, The Hon. Alfred Sit Wing-hang, JP, Secretary for Innovation and Technology, Innovation and Technology Bureau, HKSAR Government, The Hon. Tony Tse Wai-chuen, BBS, JP, Member, Legislative Council (Architectural, Surveying, Planning & Landscape), HKSAR Government, Sr Augustine Wong Ho-ming, JP, Executive Director and General Manager of the Property Development Department, Henderson Land Development Company Limited, Dr Alex Wong Siu-wah, Chairman and CEO, King’s Flair International (Holdings) Limited, Ms Mary Yu Wah, Founder, Mary Yu Design. Addressing the event, Prof. Jin-Guang Teng welcomed all guests to attend this meaningful event. He commended that the awardees had earned their personal achievements through hard work and perseverance, and contributed significantly to the development of the city and the Nation.  Dr Katherine Ngan praised that the awardees were inspirational leaders and role models for our young generations.  The awardees expressed heartfelt thanks to their proposers, judges and alma mater, as well as their family and friends for their support. Two awardees, Ms Janet Chen and Mr Michael Ross, were not able to attend the ceremony. They also delivered their acceptance remarks through pre-recorded videos.  Jointly organised by PolyU and FHKPUAA, the "Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award" aims at honouring outstanding graduates of PolyU and its forerunners for their distinguished professional accomplishments and significant contributions to the community and their alma mater. Launched in late 1996 and now came to the 13th time, more than 90 distinguished alumni in various professions have been honoured in the award selection. Please click here to view the event photos.

PolyU Mainland Graduates 10-Year Graduation Reunion

On 25 September 2021, a homecoming event was successfully organised for the Mainland Graduates who graduated in 2010 and 2011 and are currently residing in Hong Kong. A total of 60 alumni visited their alma mater. The event was co-organised by Mainland Development Office and Mainland and International Alumni Sub-committee of  Federation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Alumni Associations. Our alumni visited the Research Centre for Deep Space Explorations, the Aviation Services Research Centre, Jockey Club Innovation Tower and Alumni Atrium at the campus tour. After the campus tour, President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, together with Executive Vice President Dr Miranda Lou, Director of Mainland Development Professor Lu Haitian, President of Federation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Alumni Associations Dr David Ng and Convenor of Mainland and International Alumni Sub-Committee of Federation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Alumni Associations Dr Steven Chen, met the alumni in the Alumni Atrium. President Teng, Dr Ng and Dr Chen introduced PolyU’s latest development and the work of the Federation. As PolyU will celebrate its 85th anniversary next year, President Teng invited the alumni to support and join the celebration events. Alumnus Kevin Han and alumnus Ray Liu, representatives of alumni graduated in 2010 and 2011 respectively, shared their feelings after graduated for 10 years, as well as treasurable videos of their fond memories at PolyU. The event was hosted by 2010 graduate Anthony Zou and 2011 graduate Wayne Wu, creating a relaxed and happy atmosphere. Some alumni in the Mainland and overseas also participated in the event online, bringing together the alumni from different regions.

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Special Offer from Hotel ICON – Set Dinner Menu at GREEN and The Market Canadian Snow Crab

Set Dinner Menu at GREEN GREEN presents exciting yet delicious four-course set dinner menus every day of the week with free-flow of selected beverages.  From “Sea You Tonight” on Mondays to Tuesdays, to “The Beef Fest” on every Wednesday, Thursday and the famous “Shell We Eat” every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night, look no further than Hotel ICON's bright and bustling brasserie for a mouthwatering dining experience.  Learn more: https://www.hotel-icon.com/dining/green   The Market Canadian Snow Crab Taking inspiration from the dynamic energy and exuberance of food markets around the world, The Market features 7 open kitchens that showcase world cultures in a wide selection of global delicacies prepared by chefs from their respective countries. Voted as the Best Buffet in Hong Kong for nine consecutive years, The Market is a Hong Kong buffet escapade not to be missed. Seafood in the Market has long been fancied by our guests, especially the Canadian snow crab legs. The snow crab legs are fresh and tasty, the chewiness of meat takes you all the way to the pacific ocean. Come and join The Market for an exciting culinary experience that will excite your taste buds! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3gSTAy8  

PolyU PRD Alumni Network – Visit to Tencent

On 10 August 2021, a delegation visit to Tencent Headquarters, the Tencent Seafront Towers, was organised by PolyU Pearl River Delta Alumni Network. Ms Chen Lijuan, President of PRD Alumni Network, Ms Li Zhuan, Training Manager of PolyU Shenzhen Research Institute, alumni, staff of PolyU Shenzhen Research Institute, representatives of Postdoctoral Fellows joined the visit. A guided tour at the Tencent showroom was given to the delegation and followed by a sharing talk on talent management by Mr He Jinghua, PolyU alumnus and leader of the Tencent Academy. The delegation enjoyed a fruitful discussion during the talk. As a token of appreciation for the hospitality, President Chen and Ms Li presented souveniors to alumnus He.

PolyU’s Magazine – Excel x Impact (Summer 2021)

Summer issue of PolyU’s magazine, Excel x Impact, is out! Leading national aerospace scientists visited Hong Kong in June. As the only tertiary institution in Hong Kong with international space exploration experience, PolyU was honoured to be the co-organiser for a series of celebratory events on Space Technology. Check out the cover story of the Summer issue featuring the Distinguished Chinese Scientists Public Lectures at PolyU, the Centennial Exhibition on Chinese Scientists and Lunar Soil, as well as PolyU’s milestones in space research. Read on to stay informed about the University’s achievements and developments in education, research and knowledge transfer, as well as to discover inspirational stories about the PolyU community.   

Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2022

In celebration of the 85th Anniversary of PolyU in 2022, the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2022 will incorporate new features to recognise our distinguished alumni’s diverse accomplishments and contributions in various areas, including professional achievement, entrepreneurial achievement, scholarly achievement, and community service achievement. Special recognition for outstanding young alumni is also added.  The Award will be organised at Department, Faculty/School and University levels. Please visit the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2022 webpage for more information about nomination and selection.

Hotel ICON Academy – Make 2021 yours with our Summer Activities!

Hotel ICON Academy – Make 2021 yours with our Summer Activities! Learn cooking skills in our newly opened cookery school Hotel ICON ACADEMY in the heart of Hotel ICON. We’ve created a dream kitchen at the Hotel ICON ACADEMY, where you’ll find the very best equipment in a welcoming and professional “MasterChef” setting. Book one of our three popular cooking or cocktail/mocktail classes in Hotel ICON ACADEMY and learn key skills, while you use your imagination in a fun and friendly setting.  Alternatively, get in touch to book your private cookery class; we are more than happy to create a bespoke course to fit your culinary desires. For PolyU Alumni eCard, FHKPUAA Card and PolyU Visa Card holders, they can enjoy a 15% discount on the activities offered by Hotel ICON Academy.   Learn more: https://www.hotel-icon.com/facilities-services/hotel-icon-academy