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AlumNews (February 2026) – Welcome to the Year of the Horse

In this Lunar New Year edition of AlumNews, President Prof. Jin‑Guang Teng extends his Year of the Horse greetings, shares the University’s latest developments, and unveils exciting news – the PolyU Homecoming is back!  

【Alumni Foodie Club】Brew, Aroma & Flavour: The World of Specialty Coffee

The Alumni Foodie Club hosted a well-received specialty coffee workshop at the PolyU SHTM Vinoteca Lab on 9 February, attracting around 40 enthusiastic alumni participants. The session was led by experts Ms Enid Cheung and alumnus Mr Tel Chu, who offered an informative introduction to coffee essentials, from bean cultivation and processing to the ways different roast levels shape aroma and flavour. Participants gained insights into how origin, processing methods, and roasting work together to define a coffee’s unique character. A highlight of the event was the hands-on brewing experience, during which participants picked up practical tips for home brewing and tried manual filter brewing themselves. They also enjoyed a guided tasting of several premium coffees, thoughtfully paired with complementary treats such as candy and chestnuts. The group remained highly engaged throughout the session, actively exchanging ideas and asking questions about flavour profiles and brewing techniques. Each participant took home a souvenir pack of Ethiopian coffee, marking a fitting conclusion to the event. With many expressing keen interest in joining future club activities, these alumni foodies looked forward to further exploring distinctive culinary experiences together. 

【Alumni Table Tennis Club】Spin & Share Sunday: An Inspiring Journey with Kenneth Ho

The Alumni Table Tennis Club organised “Spin & Share Sunday: An Inspiring Journey with Kenneth Ho” on 1 February 2026, welcoming over 50 alumni, along with their family members and friends, back to campus for an uplifting and energetic afternoon. PolyU alumni athlete Mr Kenneth Ho Ka-sing shared his journey as a professional sportsman and reflected on the milestones he has achieved. At the recent 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities, he won bronze medals in both the men’s table tennis singles and doubles events, and contributed to Hong Kong’s historic silver-medal finish in the team event. During his sharing, Kenneth spoke about how table tennis has shaped his mindset, strengthened his resilience, and supported him in overcoming challenges in both sport and life. Kenneth also demonstrated table tennis techniques live, offering participants a closer look at the skills and movements behind the game. Together with several seasoned players, he interacted with participants by providing on-court guidance and practical tips. Alumni eagerly put the techniques into practice, spending the rest of the afternoon rallying, exchanging experiences, and reconnecting through their shared passion for table tennis. Check out the highlights of this event in our online gallery, and join us for future activities organised by the Alumni Table Tennis Club.

【Alumni Reading Club】Readspiration．A Mindscape Journey

The Alumni Reading Club aims to strengthen connections among alumni through a shared love of reading, fostering lifelong learning and meaningful engagement across the PolyU community. On 26 January 2026, its inaugural gathering, “Readspiration．A Mindscape Journey”, welcomed 40 book‑loving alumni back to campus for a fruitful intellectual exchange. Dr Cheung Yuen-man, a PolyU Language Instructor, alumna and writer, shared her reading journey and reflected on how books have shaped her creativity, personal growth, and outlook on life. She also offered practical insights on enhancing reading experience, selecting books that truly resonate, and broadening one’s reading horizons. The event also introduced “Book Lovers’ Recognition Scheme”, an initiative designed to encourage alumni to develop reading habits and deepen their engagement with books. Many participants signed up on the spot, eager to further enrich their reading experiences. Alumni are warmly invited to join the Alumni Reading Club to share the joy, inspiration, and rewards of reading together.  

AlumNews (January 2026) – A Bright Beginning of 2026

The new year is off to a fresh start! In this issue of AlumNews, we bring you a roundup of good news and a time‑limited benefit exclusive to the PolyU alumni community, adding a refreshing touch to the year ahead. 

PolyU honours four distinguished graduates at Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2025 Award Presentation Ceremony and Dinner

On 13 January 2026, the University presented the “Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2025” to the four honourees at Hotel ICON. Over 230 guests attended the award presentation ceremony and dinner, including the distinguished graduates and their families and friends, proposers, senior management and staff members of PolyU, as well as more than 90 outstanding alumni honoured by the University, faculties and schools, and departments in previous years, who dedicated their time to celebrate this occasion together and to offer the awardees their sincere congratulations. Dr Lam Tai-fai, GBS, JP, Council Chairman of PolyU and Chairman of the Award Selection Committee, and Prof. Jin-Guang Teng, BBS, JP, President of the University, presented the awards to the four recipients of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2025 (in alphabetical order of surname): • Dr Steve Chuang Tzu-hsiung, JP (Founder and Chief Executive Officer, ProVista Group); • Dr Elton Sun Wu (Vice President, Hyatt China; Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, UrCove Hotels); • Ir Tony Wong Chi-kwong, JP (Commissioner for Digital Policy, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China); and • Mr Eddie Wong Kwok-hing, CSDSM (Commissioner of Correctional Services, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China). In his welcoming address, Prof. Teng expressed his pleasure in meeting all the esteemed guests. He commended the awardees for their remarkable achievements and significant contributions to both their alma mater and society, highlighting PolyU’s accomplishments in nurturing leaders for Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. Apart from expressing his gratitude to the Award Selection Committee and various units, Prof. Teng also took the opportunity to share the University’s latest developments and achievements in education, research, knowledge transfer, and more, reinforcing a strong sense of pride among the PolyU members in attendance. The four award recipients proceeded to the stage to receive their trophies one by one. They shared their appreciation for their proposers, the Award Selection Committee, and the University, as well as their gratitude for the support rendered by their families and friends throughout the years. Seizing this special occasion, members of the PolyU community enjoyed a convivial evening marking the fresh start of 2026, building connections and exchanging insights with one another in a lively atmosphere. Welcome to relive the cherished moments from the event through our online gallery, Facebook, and Instagram.

AlumNews (December 2025) – Bye 2025, Hello 2026

As Christmas draws near and 2026 approaches, let this year‑end issue of AlumNews connect you with the wider PolyU community as we bid farewell to 2025 and look forward to the year ahead.

Wellness Tuesday: Joint Care Workshop

The Alumni Affairs Office and the Former Staff Network (FSN) co-hosted the “Wellness Tuesday: Joint Care Workshop” on 16 December 2025. Mr Lisley Kong, a PolyU alumnus and physiotherapist at the University’s Rehabilitation Clinic, shared ways to address common joint issues, manage sports injuries, and build strength for everyday movement. Around 70 alumni and former staff members returned to campus to learn practical strategies for joint care and mobility. They also practised simple home exercises during the interactive session, and left with useful ideas to incorporate into their daily routines. We welcome PolyU former staff to join the FSN, where you can reconnect with the University, meet fellow members, and enjoy activities designed to enrich your well-being.  

【Alumni Foodie Club】Taste Together ‧ District Flavors: Aberdeen Harbour Market & Seafood Feast

The Alumni Foodie Club successfully concluded the second chapter of the “Taste Together ‧ District Flavors” series on 13 December 2025, with more than 30 alumni immersing themselves in Hong Kong’s seafood heritage at the Aberdeen Fish Market. The event offered an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience, beginning with an introduction by representatives from the Fish Marketing Organization (FMO). They explained the FMO’s role in providing marine fish wholesaling facilities and clean seawater supply services essential for keeping live fish across its seven markets. The team also shared insights into their daily rhythm, noting that their workday begins long before dawn, with staff waking as early as 2 am to prepare for bustling market operations starting at 4 am. During the Q&A session, alumni eagerly took part in a quiz to win unique hand-drawn posters illustrating various fish species.   Afterwards, the FMO led a guided tour through the vibrant market. Alumni roamed the aisles, observing everything from lobsters and salmon to sophisticated water filtration systems, gaining a deeper appreciation for the modern “tide-to-table” supply chain. The visit ended with a seafood lunch right in the market. Over super-fresh dishes, the group shared stories and discoveries from the tour, making for a lively and memorable meal. With the salty sea air of Aberdeen still fresh in their minds, members are already looking forward to the next stop on their flavourful journey, as the Alumni Foodie Club continues to explore Hong Kong’s diverse culinary landscape one district at a time.

PolyU honours four outstanding alumni

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is pleased to announce that it has conferred the “Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2025” on four alumni in recognition of their significant achievements in their respective fields, as well as their contributions to their alma mater and society. The Award highlights PolyU’s accomplishments in nurturing leaders for Hong Kong, the Nation and the world. The Award recognises distinguished graduates of PolyU, as well as those of its predecessors, namely the Government Trade School, Hong Kong Technical College, and the Hong Kong Polytechnic. Recipients of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2025 (in alphabetical order of surname; see Appendix for biographies): Dr Steve CHUANG Tzu-hsiung, JP Founder and Chief Executive Officer, ProVista Group    Dr Elton SUN Wu Vice President, Hyatt China; Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, UrCove Hotels     Ir Tony WONG Chi-kwong, JP Commissioner for Digital Policy, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China   Mr Eddie WONG Kwok-hing, CSDSM Commissioner of Correctional Services, The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China  The Award Selection Committee was chaired by Dr LAM Tai-fai, GBS, JP, PolyU Council Chairman. The ex-officio members included Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, BBS, JP, PolyU President; and Prof. Wing-tak WONG, PolyU Deputy President and Provost. Other members included Mr Alex WONG Chun-bong, PolyU Council Member; Ir Arthur LEE Kam-hung, University Court Member; Mr Dennis HO Chiu-ping, President of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Association; and Ir YAU Kwok-fai, President of the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations. Since the launch of the Award in 1996, 113 recipients have been honoured for great distinction in their respective fields, as well as for their dedicated support and contribution to their alma mater and the wider community. The Award Presentation Ceremony will be held on 13 January 2026.