What a wonderful evening of joy, laughter and cherished memories for over 200 alumni and distinguished guests!
In celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Building Real Estate Departmental Alumni Association (BREDAA), BREDAA and BRE jointly hosted the ‘BREDAA Homecoming Gala cum the Award Presentation Ceremony of the Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU BRE’ on campus last Friday.
Ir Phyllis CHEN, President of BREDAA, warmly welcomed all alumni and guests to this special occasion as well as introduced the executive committee. Shortly after, Prof. Michael YAM, Head of BRE, expressed his gratitude to everyone who supported the event. The evening provided an opportunity for alumni to reconnect, reminisce and celebrate the achievements of the BRE community.
A highlight of the evening was the Award Presentation Ceremony of the Outstanding Alumni Award of PolyU BRE for 2024 and 2025. BRE hououred two distinguished alumni, Sr Dr James TSUI, MH (2025 Awardee) and Ir Dr David KWOK (2024 Awardee). The awardees received their trophies from Mr Kevin SIU, JP, Commissioner of Rating and Valuation, Rating and Valuation Department of the Government and Chairman of BRE Departmental Advisory Committee, Prof. LI Xiang-dong, Dean of the Faculty of Construction and Environment of PolyU, Prof. Michael YAM and Ir Phyllis CHEN. Both awardees expressed sincere thanks to their proposers, families, friends and judges for their support.
In addition, Prof. Christopher CHAO, Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation) of PolyU and proposer of Ir Dr David Kwok, delivered heartfelt remarks about his nomination and encouraged alumni to actively engage with and support their alma mater, PolyU.
The evening’s ambience was further enhanced by musical performances from Mr KONG Wai Kei (BRE Academic), Mr Duncan YUNG (BRE Alumnus) and Miss Vicky HU (BRE Student). It showcased the strong connection among the Department, alumni and students.
The Gala began earlier in the afternoon with a guided campus tour to the University Gallery and the BRE Department, etc. which allowed alumni to revisit familiar places and witness the latest developments at PolyU. The evening continued with game and lucky draw during the dinner.
We look forward to many more years of success, connection and shared achievements within the BRE community!
More pictures are available in the BRE website (Photo Gallery).
