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85A Happening (Feb 2022) - Join blended homecoming events and share #PolyULove

This year marks the 85th Anniversary of PolyU. We are pleased to launch a new eNewsletter 85A Happening. You will find upcoming events and activities in the eNewsletter. While reading, please join the “Share #PolyULove” game on PolyU AADO Instagram page.

PolyU’s Magazine – Excel x Impact (85th Anniversary Special Issue & Autumn/ Winter 2021)

Check out the cover story featuring PolyU's 85th Anniversary Launch Ceremony 'We Are PolyU ‧ Together We Excel', as well as stories on the University's initiatives to nurture creative talents and entrepreneurs, and its latest developments in research.  

Early Dinner Buffet from Hotel ICON

Due to the overwhelming demand, our award-winning dinner buffet at The Market is now available from 3:30pm to 5:45pm at weekends in February and March with free-flow wines, juices and soft drinks. Indulge in the finest international classics, masterfully prepared by chefs from their respective countries, including authentic Malaysian, Indian and Thai cuisine. Needless to say, the freshly shucked seasonal oysters, top-quality seafood on ice and the lavish selection of desserts and durian sweets are all on offer. Book now and enjoy 15% savings by booking with a deposit payment before date of arrival.  Date: From now until 27 March 2022 (except 11 and 18 February) Time: 3:30pm – 5:45pm Venue: The Market (2/F) Price: HK$888* per adult; HK$608* per child The Market will return to regular dinner operation from 6:30pm to 10:00pm when restriction have eased. Book Now: https://dining.hotel-icon.com/en/reservation/at/the-market/?rid=109   Enquiries / Reservations: (852) 3400 1308 Email: book.restaurant@hotel-icon.com  *Price is subject to 10% service charge; whilst deposits are non-refundable, confirmed bookings can be flexibly changed within a 3 months period  

Get Your Alumni eCard for Campus Access and Enjoy Alumni Benefits

PolyU celebrates its 85th Anniversary in 2022. A wide range of celebratory events will be held on campus. We welcome you to come back. You can now activate your PolyU Alumni eCard, to access the campus and join the year-round celebratory activities and eligibility to apply for the Alumni Sports Facilities User Card. To get your eCard, simply use your Alumni NetID to sign in the “My Profile & eCard” webpage, upload a recent photo and update personal profile. Don’t miss it, act now!   If you do not have an Alumni NetID, register here.   FAQ  

PolyU Beijing Alumni Network – Working Meeting 2022

On 22 January 2022, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Beijing Alumni Network organised its working meeting in Beijing. It was the first hybrid meeting in 2022 having 12 members participated in it. The meeting mainly focused on the arrangement in organising a series of activities for the celebration of PolyU’s 85th Anniversary and preparing for the election of new Executive Committee members. Mr Yang Dongri, President of Beijing Alumni Network, concluded the fruitful results of the Network in 2021 and shared the Network’s plan in 2022, which would make further efforts to serve the alumni in the region and continue promoting the exchanges of ideas and experiences among the alumni.

FHKPUAA Board of Directors (2021-2023) inaugurated

The Federation of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Alumni Associations (FHKPUAA) held its Annual General Meeting and elected its new Board of Directors (2021-2023) on 16 December 2021. The Officers and Convenors of the Sub-committees were elected in the subsequent Board of Directors Meetings. They are: President      Ir Yau Kwok-fai      1st Vice President     Mr Dominic Tse Siu-kei (Convenor of Young Alumni Sub-committee) 2nd Vice President     Ms Susanna Chan Sau-ha   Honorary Treasurer     Miss Winky Lui Ka-wing     Honorary Secretary     Mr Johnny Shing Wai-lam     Directors     Mr Bayern Chui Kin-pong   (in alphabetical order of last name)     Dr Derek Chung Siu-kuen       (Convenor of Public Relations and Alumni Activities Sub-committee)       Ir Johnny Fan Siu-kay    (Convenor of Alumni Ambassador Sub-Committee)       Dr Jenny Fung So-ching         Mr Raymond Kwong Chu-ming           Mr Johnny Lee Moon-wah            Mr Maurice Lee Wing-biu    (Convenor of Membership and Benefits Sub-Committee)       Mr Francis Leung Hung-chi           Mr Wilson Lo Wai-shun  (Convenor of Community Services Sub-committee)       Mr Justin Ng Yu-fung           Ms Karen Siu Kam-lin           Miss Olive Tsang Yat-yin           Miss Joy Wen Yu    (Convenor of Mainland and International Alumni Sub-committee)       Mr Eddy Wu Ka-shing         Mr Yu Sai-kit     Congratulations to all newly elected Directors of FHKPUAA!  We look forward to their continued support for the University and alumni development.  

President's Dialogue with Alumni

2022 is a special year for the University as it marks our 85th Anniversary. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng would very much like to share with you the latest development of the University, and exchange views and suggestions.   Two sessions of President’s Dialogue with Alumni will be held on 16 and 21 February. Alumni from Hong Kong, the mainland and overseas are cordially invited to meet President Teng online. The exchanges will be conducted in English, Cantonese and Putonghua. Please enrol for a session on or before 7 February.  Details will be sent to you via email. We look forward to seeing you soon.                      

Chinese New Year Offer from Hotel ICON

Lunar New Year Poon Choi Takeaway Poon choi symbolises abundance, affluence and togetherness. Spend quality time with your family this Chinese New Year with Above & Beyond’s Prosperity Poon Choi filled with auspicious ingredients such as abalone, goose web, dried oysters, mushrooms, marinated chicken and more, available in servings of 4 or 6 persons. HK$1,888 for 4 persons HK$2,688 for 6 persons Available for purchase from 10 January to 4 February 2022 at Above & Beyond and hotel’s e-shop (all orders need to be placed at least 3 days in advance). Collection period from 19 January  to 7 February 2022 (3-day notification for collection is required). For booking and enquiries, please call  3400 1318 or email to aboveandbeyond@hotel-icon.com.   Chinese New Year Puddings To celebrate the Year of the Tiger, Hotel ICON has prepared a series of handcrafted festive puddings including Turnip Pudding with Yunnan Ham and Preserved Meat, Brown Sugar New Year Pudding and Taro Pudding with Conpoy and Preserved Meat. You may opt for the Premium Chinese New Year Pudding Set which includes a box of pudding of your choice, a bottle of homemade X.O. sauce or a pack of amber walnuts, bringing fortune to your family, friends and corporate partners. PolyU staff, students and alumni members may enjoy 15 % early-bird savings on or before 20 January 2022. Available for purchase from 3 to 31 January 2022 at Above & Beyond and hotel’s e-shop. Collection period from 19 to 31 January 2022 (3-day notification for collection is required). For booking and enquiries, please call  3400 1318 or email to aboveandbeyond@hotel-icon.com.

RUC - PolyU Doctor of Management Alumni Network - Working Meeting

On 29 December 2021, the Renmin University of China – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Doctor of Management Alumni Network organised its working meeting in Beijing. 14 members including alumni, staff and students participated in it. This is the 1st working meeting after Dr Wang Yong and Dr Jiang Bo were elected by the 1st Executive Committee as the 2nd President and the 2nd Secretary of DMgt Alumni Network. Dr Wang Yong hosted the meeting and introduced the future work plan of the Network. Dr Jiang Bo committed that the secretariat would do well for the implementation. Dr Wang expressed his gratitude to all attendees for their valuable recommendations. As this year marks the 85th Anniversary of our alma mater, the Network would organise a series of celebratory activities to mark this significant milestone.

RUC - PolyU Doctor of Management Alumni Network - Visit Sinopec Group

On 29 December 2021, the Renmin University of China – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Doctor of Management Alumni Network organised a visit to Sinopec Group, which ranks top 5 in Fortune Global 500. A 16-member delegation, including Professor Liu Jun, Consultant of DMgt Alumni Network, Professor of Business School, Renmin University of China, Dr Wang Yong, President of DMgt Alumni Network, Dr Jiang Bo, Secretary of DMgt Alumni Network, alumni and students, participated in the visit. Sinopec Group spokesperson Mr Lyu Dapeng, also Director of Promotion and General Manager of Brand Management, welcomed the delegation. A guided tour was given to our alumni and followed by a sharing talk regarding the history and development strategy of Sinopec. Last but not least, he shared his valuable experience in PR management and case studies in crisis management.