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PolyU Summer Institute 2023

The PolyU Summer Institute 2023 is a newly launched programme which is designed for Secondary 4 and Secondary 5 students, or equivalent, studying in Hong Kong. It offers an excellent opportunity for students to have an immersive university experience at PolyU. There are two options: i) a credit-bearing course with a residential camp; and ii) a residential camp (3 days/2 nights).      

PolyU Alumni Shine at Geneva Inventions Expo

Congratulations! 28 PolyU innovations won 31 prizes at the 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva! This annual global event, exclusively devoted to inventions, saw us breaking records with the highest number of Grand/Special Prizes among Hong Kong delegations. Notably, a significant number of the award-winning PolyU team members are graduates of the University: Prof. Benny CHEUNG Chi-fai (ISE graduate) Prof. TO Chi-ho (SO graduate) Mr Jackson LEUNG Tze-man (SO graduate) Dr Joanne YIP Yiu-wan (ITC graduate) Dr LIU Yang (ABCT graduate) Dr YICK Kit-lun (ITC graduate) Dr ZHANG Ziheng (ITC graduate) Dr Martin YEUNG Ho-yin (HTI graduate) Prof. YIP Shea-ping (ABCT graduate) Dr Chris LO Kwan-yu (LMS graduate) Prof. KAN Chi-wai (ITC graduate) Prof. Daniel LAU Shu-ping (AP graduate) Dr LI Yaxin (LSGI graduate) Prof. CHEN Wu (BSE graduate) Dr HE Mingjing (CEE graduate) Prof. Amy FU Siu-ngor (RS graduate) Dr Jacky CHUNG Kin-hung (BRE graduate) Dr Kevin WONG Ka-fai (EE graduate) Prof. NI Yi-qing (CEE graduate) PolyU takes pride in nurturing discoverers who have developed impactful innovations to address real-world challenges. For more aspirational examples, you may visit here. Once again, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all high-achieving alumni who showcase the impact of PolyU on the global stage!

Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023

The Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023 has kicked off since February! PolyU bestows the Award on distinguished graduates in recognition of their great distinction in their chosen fields, active support for the alma mater, as well as impactful contributions to the wider community. Since last year, achievement categories have been established to recognise our alumni’s professional, entrepreneurial, scholarly, and community service achievements. Recognition is also given to outstanding young alumni. The Award is organised at Department, Faculty/School, and University levels. This month, the University also welcomes open nomination for University Award. The deadline for submitting nominations is 7 July 2023. Please visit here for details. We look forward to receiving your nominations!  

Father’s Day Festivities at Hotel ICON

This Father’s Day, Hotel ICON presents a series of scrumptious offerings for you to celebrate this special day. GREEN Father’s Day Dinner Set Enjoy the refined luxuries of Siberian Sturgeon Caviar and more over a 4-course Father’s Day dinner at GREEN. Date: 18 June 2023 Time: 19:00 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1300 or email Reservation: online The Market Father’s Day Buffet The award-winning team of The Market presents you with a Father’s Day Special lineup in our acclaimed buffet spread, with delicacies like snow crab leg teppanyaki while a complimentary serving of braised mushrooms and abalone is available for each guest. Date: 17 – 18 June 2023 Brunch: 11:45 – 14:30 Dinner: 18:30 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1308 or email Reservation: online Above & Beyond Father’s Day Dinner Set Celebrate Father's Day with Cantonese culinary classics, presenting South African abalone and giant garoupa fillet with wine pairing to match. Date: 16 – 18 June 2023 Time: 18:00 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1318 or email Reservation: online Father's Day Spectacles Tiramisu The quintessentially Italian dessert covered with a delicately poured chocolate mirror glaze, consists of mascarpone cream, ladyfingers drenched in Illy espresso and coffee liqueur, topped with a golden ‘DAD’ spectacles made of chocolate. The sweetness of the cake perfectly balances against the bitterness of the coffee – absolutely delicious yet comforting. Order period: From now to 15 June 2023 Pick up period: From now to 18 June 2023 Price: HK$438 net Order now: online  

Alumni Tourcation – Rehab Express@PolyU

On the afternoon of 25 May 2023, the Alumni Affairs Office organised a campus tour on well-being, showcasing the advanced rehabilitation facilities that nurture future professionals. The tour took a group of health-conscious alumni through four specific classrooms, where researchers and scholars shared their expertise on how the latest technology and equipment could optimise rehabilitation efficiency and effectiveness.  Among the inspiring researches presented by the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, the healthy joint studies of the Sports Training and Rehabilitation Laboratory and the interactive rehabilitation programme of the Cardiopulmonary and Exercise Physiology Laboratory piqued our participants’ interest the most. Many of them were keen to participate as research subjects in various disciplines, contributing proactively to both the University and society. Like other Alumni Tourcations, this campus tour was not merely a showcase of the Department’s success but also a fun and interactive experience for participants. Some alumni volunteered to experience how the brain-computer interface (BCI) produced signals to move a patient’s arm, while some of them tried rehabilitation games that trained patients’ adaptability. It was such an engaging time to know more about various developments in the field. Exploring areas unrelated to one’s own discipline is always interesting.  It is even more rewarding to know that the alma mater is persistently investing in and developing to contribute to society as a whole. Please continue to join our Alumni Tourcations to rediscover all aspects of PolyU! For more photos of the event, please refer to our Facebook post.  

AlumNews (May 2023) – New Souvenir, VIP Dining, and All May-nificent Happenings

This month, we have prepared our AlumNews based on a variety of exciting activities to reconnect with you. Come and join us for a memorable experience that only PolyU can provide!

Alumni Survey 2023

[UPDATE] The survey was closed on 20 August 2023. This week, we are going to launch our large-scale Alumni Survey to solicit your views about PolyU’s alumni engagement initiatives. For recent graduates, we would also like to know about your learning outcomes, and receive your feedback on the programme and Faculty/School.  The survey will be conducted on a selective basis. Invited parties will receive an email from “PolyU Alumni Survey”, in which there is an URL directing respondents to the online questionnaire powered by Qualtrics. There may also be follow-up calls and messages from the Alumni Affairs Office in relation to this survey. As a token of our appreciation, respondents who have successfully completed the questionnaire will receive eVouchers/memorable gifts, which are available on a first-come-first-served basis and while stock lasts. Don’t hesitate to make your voice heard and get your reward if you receive our invitation! Thank you in advance for supporting this University-wide exercise!       

Get Campus Access QR Codes for Your Guests in Advance

Apart from obtaining your QR code for campus access through your Alumni eCard, you can now also get QR codes for your guests in advance using the Alumni Campus Access Registration (ACAR) system. The visitors no longer need to go to the Information Counter for access registration. They can simply scan their QR codes at the entrance turnstiles.  Please visit here for a step-by-step guide, and contact the Information Technology Services Office at 2766 5900 for enquiries. We would love to see you and your friends attend University events, enjoy catering facilities, and much more!

Exclusive to PolyU Alumni: Ju Yin House and Jiangnan Delight VIP Card

Exciting news! Holders of PolyU Alumni eCard or Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations Card can now apply for a new VIP Card to enjoy discounts and a range of promotional offers at Ju Yin House and Jiangnan Delight on campus*. This VIP Card is limited to the first 2,000 applicants on a first-come-first-served basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible! Steps for Application Fill out and submit the online form on or before 31 August 2023. Wait for the confirmation notice, which will be sent within 5 to 7 working days. Bring the confirmation notice and your PolyU Alumni eCard/ Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations Card to Ju Yin House to get the physical VIP Card. It must be collected no later than 31 October 2023. Activate the VIP Card by enjoying at least one time of VIP dining offers at Ju Yin House on or before 31 October 2023. Dinner Offers at Ju Yin House (Communal Staff Restaurant) Discounts: 5% off from Mondays to Fridays; 10% off on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. A group of 4 people can receive 1 free designated snack, a group of 8 can receive 2, so on and so forth. Complimentary desserts will also be provided after dinner. Corkage fee of $50 will be waived. Cakeage fee of $50 will be waived. Members who provide proof of their birthday month are entitled to a one-time birthday benefit: purchase $200 or more to get a half piece of Crispy Roasted Chicken, or $400 or more to get a full piece. Members can enjoy various additional dishes and discounts, the details of which are listed on the tent card placed on the table. Special Offers at Jiangnan Delight (Communal Student Restaurant) New special set dinner menus are available for members. Members can receive a complimentary drink with any purchase when using their VIP Card. For enquiries, please contact Ms Yeung from the Catering Services Team at the Campus Facilities and Sustainability Office, at 3400 8008. *Membership dining discounts are only applicable for dine-in consumption and are not valid for Banquet Menu, Set Menu and Blackout Dates. The cardholder must present the VIP Card to enjoy the discounts and promotional offers. Ju Yin House and Jiangnan Delight reserve the right to make the final decision in case of any dispute.  

Strategic Planning Consultation Session for Alumni

Effective communication between alumni and the alma mater is crucial for the growth and success of PolyU. Following the President’s Dialogue with Alumni last month, the Strategic Planning Consultation Session for Alumni was held on 11 May 2023 in preparation for the University’s next 6-Year Strategic Plan (2025/26-2030/31). During the session, President Prof. Jin-Guang Teng provided attending alumni with a comprehensive overview of PolyU’s recent achievements, major initiatives implemented since 2019, as well as strategic directions for the next phase. The session also allowed for in-depth questions from graduates on alumni engagement, Mainland development, student support and entrepreneurial education, fostering supportive interaction between PolyU and the alumni community.