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Head, Department of Applied Social Sciences
Professor Eric CHUI
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Dr Herman LO, Associate Professor of APSS, has developed a mindfulness course in collaboration with the Hong Kong Family Welfare Society for carers of elderly persons and parents who are under pressure. Participants have demonstrated significant improvements in both physical and mental health after practice. Online coverage: Hong Kong Economic Times - https://polyu.me/3zNN8b0 HK01: https://bit.ly/46iOW7L MyTV super: https://bit.ly/46odpbZ
26 Jul 2024
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APSSGA's Cuttlefish Fishing Night Unites Alumni and Graduating Students, Inspires Future Involvement
The APSS Graduate Association (APSSGA) organised a cuttlefish fishing night on 6 July 2024. This activity was held in Sai Kung, providing participants with a refreshing sea breeze and relaxing night during the hot summer days. A total of 35 alumni, family members, and graduating students came together to participate in this activity. They enjoyed a fruitful evening of cuttlefish fishing, savouring delicious cuisine, and engaging in mutual sharin
9 Jul 2024
![Alumni](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/alumni.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=B2839980DEA0BDFBA2D03B167EEA17ED)
The “Healing Together – Building Positive School Mental Health in Post-COVID Hong Kong” project (the project) launched by the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) with the support from the funding of the Government’s Mental Health Project Funding Scheme - Phase 2 concluded on 6 July 2024. The project focused on creating a supportive and uplifting environment for students and teachers in Hong Kong's secondary schools in the wake of the pan
8 Jul 2024
![20240706 MingPao Healing Together Project](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240706-mingpao-healing-together-project.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=3CB7501A1A5068547C2AE97327B4EA97)
APSS organised four study tours aimed at broadening students' global horizons, facilitating cultural exchange, and fostering knowledge sharing with university students, non-governmental organisations, and local communities. These tours offered students a comprehensive learning experience, merging academic knowledge with cultural exploration, thereby deepening their understanding of social work, social policy, counselling, mental issue issues and
26 Jun 2024
![20240626 Study Trip 2024 2000 x 1050 px](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240626-study-trip-2024-2000-x-1050-px.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=E40B70E392C4EE3061EFC51B08E03EAB)
According to the 2024-2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Global Universities rankings, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) was the 67th in the Best Global Universities. For subject ranking, PolyU sat in #19th in Best Universities for Social Sciences and Public Health; and that PolyU ranked first in Hong Kong and is the best in Asia. Find out more: Best Global Universities for Social Sciences and Public Health: https://www.usnews.com
26 Jun 2024
![20240626 Web bannerSocial Sciences and Public Health Ranks 19 in Best Global Universitiesweb](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240626-web-bannersocial-sciences-and-public-health-ranks-19-in-best-global-universitiesweb.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=89F11EE4C963AF2C7FF072CE2F4D0386)
On 21 June 2024, the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) and Chiang Mai University (CMU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Thailand, solidifying our commitment to knowledge exchange, collaboration in service-learning programmes, student exchange initiatives, and joint research projects. The MoU marks a significant milestone for both institutions in establishing a close academic and research partnership. On the same day, Pro
21 Jun 2024
![20240621 CMU Signing Ceremony_7](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240621-cmu-signing-ceremony_7.jpeg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=F646703854AC0B57F9C3A5DFF92CB5C5)
With the generous support from Lee Hysan Foundation and C.F. & Nancy Tao Foundation (the Foundations), Project “Happy Edward: Preventing Elder abuse and Supporting Abuse Victims” led by Prof. Elsie YAN of APSS produced a 35-minute short film “Bric-a-Brac” to raise public awareness of elder abuse. The film premiered at the Hong Kong Art Centre on the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June 2024. It was well received by more than 300 audience
20 Jun 2024
![20240620 4](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240620-4.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=89CE1574DCD954699259D2F0F962FAAB)
APSS is pleased to announce that eleven APSS students were selected as recipients of coveted HSBC Scholarships. A big congratulations from APSS to the winners for their achievements! Awardee of HSBC Greater Bay Area (Hong Kong) Scholarship 2023/24 Selection criteria: This award prioritises individuals who have a clear career plan, relevant expertise, and a commitment to contributing to the growth and development of the GBA region. Award price
18 Jun 2024
![20240618 HSBC scholarship_banner](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240618-hsbc-scholarship_banner.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=198869BE33EB6D487FDCEB4FC68C6526)
In a momentous event held at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) and Columbia School of Social Work at Columbia University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pave new ground in our collaborative partnership on 14 June 2024. The ceremony was led by Prof. Eric CHUI, Chair Professor and Head of APSS, and Prof. Melissa BEGG, Dean of Social Work at the Columbia School of Social Work. Dist
18 Jun 2024
![2024_06_18 3V4A4540_2](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/2024_06_18-3v4a4540_2.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=72C2BCDC377DC8F354AB3B0BB566D2A6)
APSSGA's Cuttlefish Fishing Night Unites Alumni and Graduating Students, Inspires Future Involvement
The APSS Graduate Association (APSSGA) organised a cuttlefish fishing night on 6 July 2024. This activity was held in Sai Kung, providing participants with a refreshing sea breeze and relaxing night during the hot summer days. A total of 35 alumni, family members, and graduating students came together to participate in this activity. They enjoyed a fruitful evening of cuttlefish fishing, savouring delicious cuisine, and engaging in mutual sharin
9 Jul 2024
![Alumni](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/alumni.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=B2839980DEA0BDFBA2D03B167EEA17ED)
The “Healing Together – Building Positive School Mental Health in Post-COVID Hong Kong” project (the project) launched by the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) with the support from the funding of the Government’s Mental Health Project Funding Scheme - Phase 2 concluded on 6 July 2024. The project focused on creating a supportive and uplifting environment for students and teachers in Hong Kong's secondary schools in the wake of the pan
8 Jul 2024
![20240706 MingPao Healing Together Project](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240706-mingpao-healing-together-project.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=3CB7501A1A5068547C2AE97327B4EA97)
APSS organised four study tours aimed at broadening students' global horizons, facilitating cultural exchange, and fostering knowledge sharing with university students, non-governmental organisations, and local communities. These tours offered students a comprehensive learning experience, merging academic knowledge with cultural exploration, thereby deepening their understanding of social work, social policy, counselling, mental issue issues and
26 Jun 2024
![20240626 Study Trip 2024 2000 x 1050 px](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240626-study-trip-2024-2000-x-1050-px.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=E40B70E392C4EE3061EFC51B08E03EAB)
According to the 2024-2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Global Universities rankings, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) was the 67th in the Best Global Universities. For subject ranking, PolyU sat in #19th in Best Universities for Social Sciences and Public Health; and that PolyU ranked first in Hong Kong and is the best in Asia. Find out more: Best Global Universities for Social Sciences and Public Health: https://www.usnews.com
26 Jun 2024
![20240626 Web bannerSocial Sciences and Public Health Ranks 19 in Best Global Universitiesweb](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240626-web-bannersocial-sciences-and-public-health-ranks-19-in-best-global-universitiesweb.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=89F11EE4C963AF2C7FF072CE2F4D0386)
On 21 June 2024, the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) and Chiang Mai University (CMU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Thailand, solidifying our commitment to knowledge exchange, collaboration in service-learning programmes, student exchange initiatives, and joint research projects. The MoU marks a significant milestone for both institutions in establishing a close academic and research partnership. On the same day, Pro
21 Jun 2024
![20240621 CMU Signing Ceremony_7](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240621-cmu-signing-ceremony_7.jpeg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=F646703854AC0B57F9C3A5DFF92CB5C5)
With the generous support from Lee Hysan Foundation and C.F. & Nancy Tao Foundation (the Foundations), Project “Happy Edward: Preventing Elder abuse and Supporting Abuse Victims” led by Prof. Elsie YAN of APSS produced a 35-minute short film “Bric-a-Brac” to raise public awareness of elder abuse. The film premiered at the Hong Kong Art Centre on the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June 2024. It was well received by more than 300 audience
20 Jun 2024
![20240620 4](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240620-4.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=89CE1574DCD954699259D2F0F962FAAB)
APSS is pleased to announce that eleven APSS students were selected as recipients of coveted HSBC Scholarships. A big congratulations from APSS to the winners for their achievements! Awardee of HSBC Greater Bay Area (Hong Kong) Scholarship 2023/24 Selection criteria: This award prioritises individuals who have a clear career plan, relevant expertise, and a commitment to contributing to the growth and development of the GBA region. Award price
18 Jun 2024
![20240618 HSBC scholarship_banner](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/20240618-hsbc-scholarship_banner.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=198869BE33EB6D487FDCEB4FC68C6526)
In a momentous event held at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Department of Applied Social Sciences (APSS) and Columbia School of Social Work at Columbia University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pave new ground in our collaborative partnership on 14 June 2024. The ceremony was led by Prof. Eric CHUI, Chair Professor and Head of APSS, and Prof. Melissa BEGG, Dean of Social Work at the Columbia School of Social Work. Dist
18 Jun 2024
![2024_06_18 3V4A4540_2](/apss/-/media/department/apss/media-release/2024/2024_06_18-3v4a4540_2.jpg?bc=ffffff&h=221&w=420&hash=72C2BCDC377DC8F354AB3B0BB566D2A6)
Dr Herman LO, Associate Professor of APSS, has developed a mindfulness course in collaboration with the Hong Kong Family Welfare Society for carers of elderly persons and parents who are under pressure. Participants have demonstrated significant improvements in both physical and mental health after practice. Online coverage: Hong Kong Economic Times - https://polyu.me/3zNN8b0 HK01: https://bit.ly/46iOW7L MyTV super: https://bit.ly/46odpbZ
26 Jul 2024
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