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PolyU Mainland Alumni Affairs Development Conference

PolyU Mainland Alumni Affairs Development Conference was successfully held on 11 March 2023 at China World Hotel, Beijing. Dr Miranda Lou, Executive Vice President, chaired the meeting, joined by Professor Lu Haitian, Director of Mainland Development, Dr Sean Xu, Assistant Director of Mainland Development Office, 30 alumni representatives from eight Mainland Alumni Networks and Preparation Committee of Sichuan Alumni Network, together with current student representative from Doctor of Management programme, attended the meeting to explore the development of alumni affairs of PolyU in the coming year. Dr Lou shared the encouraging results that PolyU has attained very competitive ranks at the world’s latest university rankings, as well as the achievement of research and development of students to alumni representatives. She indicated the importance of alumni to the University and encouraged alumni to contribute their resources and experience to facilitate the development of PolyU. Presidents and Vice Presidents of the Alumni Networks exchanged their views and ideas at the Conference, expressing enthusiasm in connecting and serving alumni, as well as contributing to the development of the alma mater. Dr Lou was greatly impressed by the passion of our Alumni Networks and hoped this conference would be an opportunity to strengthen the communication between the Networks and the University.  

PolyU Mainland Alumni Dinner in Beijing

On 11 March 2023, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) Mainland Development Office, PolyU Beijing Alumni Network and Renmin University of China - PolyU Doctor of Management Alumni Network jointly organised a gathering for mainland alumni at China World Hotel in Beijing. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, Executive Vice President, Dr Miranda Lou, together with 30 alumni representatives from PolyU alumni networks in the mainland, and over 150 guests and alumni attended the meaningful event. President Teng delivered a speech and introduced PolyU's development and outstanding achievements in the past three years. He then presented Certificates of Appreciation to the first Executive Committee Members of Beijing Alumni Network and the Doctor of Management Alumni Network for their dedication to PolyU and the Alumni Networks. Beijing Alumni Network and Doctor of Management Alumni Network invited Dr Miranda Lou to present the Appointment Letters to the second Executive Committee members, wishing the networks could continue to gather alumni and strengthen the ties between the Alma mater and alumni. Representatives from PolyU Pearl River Delta Alumni Network, Shanghai Alumni Network, Tongli Alumni Network, Zhejiang University- PolyU Joint Centre Alumni Network, PolyU School of Hotel and Tourism Management Mainland Alumni Network, PolyU Graduate School Mainland Alumni Network and the organising committee of Sichuan Alumni Network also joined this delighted event in Beijing. This joyous alumni gathering reunited teachers and students after three years of pandemic. Big thanks to all alumni for the continuous support. Looking forward to seeing you again!

Easter Feast and Fun at Hotel ICON

The Market – Double Celebration at The Market The award-winning restaurant The Market invites families in for a spectacular Easter celebration during brunch buffet. The vibrant Easter spread starts with sumptuous seafood, from Pan-fried Caribbean Lobster Tail to chilled lobster claws and meaty crab legs. A selection of Easter specialties includes Easter Bunny Salad, Scotch Eggs, Thai Egg Curry with Seafood, followed by an enticing array of Easter-themed desserts including Easter Egg Mango Panna Cotta, Hot Cross Bun, Easter Cupcake and more. Don’t forget to join the Easter Cupcake workshop with your kids during the festive period. Double the celebration as Guest Chef Oliver Rattanamanee and The Market’s Chef de Partie Jack Pinkkang will jointly showcase the quintessential royal Thai cuisine from 15 March to 1 May to celebrate Songkran, the Thailand's Annual Water Festival. Enquiries or reservations: (852) 3400 1308; book.restaurant@hotel-icon.com Online Reservations: https://dining.hotel-icon.com/en/reservation/at/the-market/?rid=109 Learn more: https://www.hotel-icon.com/dining/the-market

President's Dialogue with Alumni

Every graduate is a valued member of the PolyU community. To make the University an even better place for all members, we are constantly making improvements, from academic programmes to knowledge transfer to campus development. Are you curious about what has changed at your alma mater? Join us at the President’s Dialogue with Alumni. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng is going to share with you the latest development of PolyU. As the University continues its legacy of education and research excellence, your views and suggestions will make a difference too! Alumni from Hong Kong, the Mainland and overseas are welcome to join the event physically or online.  Exchanges will be conducted in English, Cantonese and Putonghua. Please enrol before 31 March. Details will be sent to you via email. We look forward to seeing you!                **  Special souvenirs will be given to alumni who join us on campus  **

Alumni Tourcation – Have a Good Read of the Loving February

On the last day of February, our Alumni Tourcation gathered more than two dozen alumni and friends at PolyU under the theme “Have a Good Read of the Loving February”. In the Alumni Atrium’s Multi-function Hall, a warm welcome from Ms Wanze Li, Interim Director of Alumni Affairs, marked the start of our tour. Participants first visited landmarks at the blooming campus, and then headed to the knowledge trove of their alma mater – Pao Yue-kong Library – to experience how new technologies facilitate the studies of our future leaders. In the Digital Visualisation Room, the alumni put on VR headsets and tried out the creative projects that won the Library’s annual VR/AR Contest. They went on to learn more about the wide range of hardware and software in the Studios@Library. Student helpers also shared how they used the equipment to produce videos like a vlogger for homework submission. As dusk fell, the group went to the new top floor to enjoy splendid views of the PolyU campus and the Victoria Harbour. An exclusive Karaoke session at the Alumni Atrium made their campus tour all the more delightful. This Alumni Tourcation presented to everyone the advanced technologies that enable current students to get the most from their studies. Are you excited about discovering other gems in PolyU? Join us next time! For more photos of the event, please refer to our Facebook post.

PolyU’s Magazine – Excel x Impact (Autumn/ Winter 2022)

Check out the cover story featuring a rich array of celebratory events commemorating the important milestone of PolyU’s 85th Anniversary last year. These meaningful activities included a memorable Celebration Dinner, a star-studded Grand Concert, inspiring public lectures, an insightful sharing session by an Olympic Diving Champion, an exciting Sportathon, alumni homecoming activities, and more. Read on to discover other articles highlighting the University’s latest achievements and developments in education, interdisciplinary research, knowledge transfer and entrepreneurship, as well as inspirational stories about people from the PolyU community.  

AlumNews (Feb 2023) – Time to Reconnect!

AlumNews serves as your portal to all things alumni – from privileges to activities to campus information. In this issue, we have even prepared an early spring gift that you must not miss!

Refer Missing Alumni and Win a Staycation Package

The PolyU alumni community is growing across the globe. As a family bonded not only during your education but also after graduation, we care about what’s going on in your life, and very much wish to reconnect with some long lost friends. Please take a few minutes to update your contact information, and refer to us 5 or more alumni who graduated from the following predecessors of PolyU: •  Government Trade School (1937 – 1947)  •  Hong Kong Technical College (1947 – 1972)  •  Hong Kong Polytechnic (1972 – 1994) They can be your friends, family members, and/or any PolyU graduates that you are acquainted with. Your up-to-date records, especially the fresh data of former students in the last century, will prime us for our strong and lasting bond! Upon successful submission from you on or before 10 March, together with valid updates from your referred alumni, you will get the chance to win a staycation package sponsored by Hotel ICON, which includes one-night stay plus dining options! Don’t hesitate, just one click away!   Remarks: All alumni who successfully update contact information and refer to us 5 or more graduates of PolyU’s predecessors on or before 10 March 2023, together with valid updates from your referred alumni, you may win a Hotel ICON Staycation Package. The winners will be notified by the Alumni Affairs Office (AAO) via email. AAO reserves the right to modify or withhold the prizes without prior notice.

Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023

The Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023 has officially kicked off! The Award aims to commend our distinguished graduates on their great distinction in respective fields, active support to 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 achievement, entrepreneurial achievement, scholarly achievement, and community service achievement. Recognition is also given to outstanding young alumni. The Award is organised at Department, Faculty/School and University levels. Visit here for details and stay tuned to news from your departments/ faculties/ schools. We look forward to receiving your nominations!

Visit from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Australia) Association

On 14 February 2023, Mr Bosco Lau, Former President of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Australia) Association, visited the alma mater with his friends. They travelled all the way from Sydney, and were warmly received by the Alumni Affairs Office. The group went to different landmarks on campus, including PolyU Main Entrance, Alumni Atrium, as well as the footbridge linking the Main Campus to Block Z. After the guided tour, they were especially delighted to meet President Prof. Jin-Guang Teng, who shared with them the latest development and achievements of PolyU. Founded in 2002, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Australia) Association has over 130 members and actively organises networking activities. President Teng thanked the Association for its continuous support to the University, in particular their enthusiastic reception of PolyU students going on exchange to Australia. On behalf of the Association, Mr Lau extended invitation to President Teng, looking forward to meeting him again with all the alumni in Sydney in the near future.