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Savour the Summer Flavour of Alumni-Only Catering Discounts

In addition to the Ju Yin House and Jiangnan Delight VIP Card, four more campus caterers have reserved discounts just for you! They are LibCafe, Communal Student Canteen, VA Student Canteen, and Lawn Cafe. Treat yourself to these exclusive discounts starting today (except for VA Student Canteen’s offer, which will be available from 26 June onwards). But hurry, they will end on 31 August! Remember to present your PolyU Alumni eCard or Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations Card to enjoy the offers. 1. LibCafe (Podium Level, Pao Yue-kong Library) All food and drink items are discounted by $5 (not applicable to orders placed through the Time2Eat App) 2. Communal Student Canteen (3/F, Communal Building) Get a free iced milk tea or iced coffee with any food purchase made at the cashier counter (not applicable to orders placed through self-service kiosks) 3. VA Student Canteen (G/F, Shaw Amenities Building) Get a regular $17 Red Bean Ice Cup with a discounted price of $6 (valid from 2:30 pm to 8:30 pm) 4. Lawn Cafe (G/F and 1/F, Block N) Upgrade to Coffee Tonic with a special price of $6 (original price $30) upon ordering any Tea Sets between 2:30 pm and 5:30 pm (this offer cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or cash vouchers) Add a Dessert of the Day with a special price of $20 (original price $28+) upon ordering any Lunch Sets between 11:00 am and 2:30 pm, or any Dinner Sets between 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm (each Set is limited to ONE dessert top-up only, while stock lasts, and this offer cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or cash vouchers) For enquiries, please contact Ms Yeung from the Catering Services Team at the Campus Facilities and Sustainability Office, at 3400 8008. This summer, let’s relive the favourite campus moments and indulge in a taste of nostalgia! *In case of any disputes, the decision of the caterer shall be final and conclusive.    

Student Athletes and Outstanding Alumni Connect Across Generations

The Alumni Atrium was alive with excitement on 13 June 2023 as 19 student athletes gathered to meet the panel members of the “University Fellows Association – Scholarship for Outstanding PolyU Student Athletes 2022/2023”. The panel was comprised of Dr Alex Wong Siu-wah, Ir Johnny Fan Siu-kay and Sr Kenneth Pang Tsan-wing, who are not only University Fellows but also recipients of the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award. The interviews provided a unique opportunity for interaction between these PolyU members across different generations. As the interviews began, the candidates eagerly shared their perspectives as student athletes at PolyU. Being young members of the PolyU family, they perceived the University as their home, which has been offering them ample opportunities and resources to unleash their potential. They also discussed their sports training and personal goals with the senior alumni, expressing their gratitude to the University for its continued support, especially during the pandemic.  The Outstanding PolyU Alumni Awardees intently listened to the students’ stories and shared their valuable advice and experiences. They encouraged them to work hard to achieve their goals and to continue advancing their knowledge for future success. Apart from providing considerable insights on how to balance academics and sports, the senior alumni also talked about perseverance and resilience, inspiring the candidates to keep pushing themselves. To the student athletes, the support provided by these Outstanding PolyU Alumni Awardees highlighted the strong connection and support system between past and present students of the University. Everyone was deeply engaged. The “University Fellows Association – Scholarship for Outstanding PolyU Student Athletes” has supported the development of PolyU sports talents since its introduction in the academic year of 2016/2017. Indeed, PolyU alumni can play many valuable roles in guiding and inspiring the next generation: mentoring a student, providing an internship opportunity, sharing professional experience as an event speaker…...The alma mater welcomes all graduates to explore the many ways they can contribute. Contact us for more!  

Mainland Alumni Homecoming – Graduates of Master Degree in Quality Management

On 9 June 2023, an alumni delegation of Master Degree in Quality Management, accompanied by their next generation, visited their alma mater. The delegation received a warm welcome at Alumni Atrium, learning the history and the latest development of PolyU. A campus tour was arranged afterwards, showcasing the University’s latest yet remarkable development and facilities, such as Aviation Services Research Centre, PolyU Maritime Library and Research & Development Centre, Cave Automatic Virtual Environment (CAVE) System, University Research Facility in 3D Printing (U3DP) and SFT Store. Besides the campus tour, the kids had the opportunity to taste the exquisite desserts from the Hotel ICON Gourmet Shop. Last but not least, the lecturers of the Master programme donned their robes to present award parchments to alumni. The alma mater journey came to a perfect conclusion amidst the capturing of graduation photos and family portraits.

PolyU Summer Institute 2023

The PolyU Summer Institute 2023 is a newly launched programme which is designed for Secondary 4 and Secondary 5 students, or equivalent, studying in Hong Kong. It offers an excellent opportunity for students to have an immersive university experience at PolyU. There are two options: i) a credit-bearing course with a residential camp; and ii) a residential camp (3 days/2 nights).      

PolyU Alumni Shine at Geneva Inventions Expo

Congratulations! 28 PolyU innovations won 31 prizes at the 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva! This annual global event, exclusively devoted to inventions, saw us breaking records with the highest number of Grand/Special Prizes among Hong Kong delegations. Notably, a significant number of the award-winning PolyU team members are graduates of the University: Prof. Benny CHEUNG Chi-fai (ISE graduate) Prof. TO Chi-ho (SO graduate) Mr Jackson LEUNG Tze-man (SO graduate) Dr Joanne YIP Yiu-wan (ITC graduate) Dr LIU Yang (ABCT graduate) Dr YICK Kit-lun (ITC graduate) Dr ZHANG Ziheng (ITC graduate) Dr Martin YEUNG Ho-yin (HTI graduate) Prof. YIP Shea-ping (ABCT graduate) Dr Chris LO Kwan-yu (LMS graduate) Prof. KAN Chi-wai (ITC graduate) Prof. Daniel LAU Shu-ping (AP graduate) Dr LI Yaxin (LSGI graduate) Prof. CHEN Wu (BSE graduate) Dr HE Mingjing (CEE graduate) Prof. Amy FU Siu-ngor (RS graduate) Dr Jacky CHUNG Kin-hung (BRE graduate) Dr Kevin WONG Ka-fai (EE graduate) Prof. NI Yi-qing (CEE graduate) PolyU takes pride in nurturing discoverers who have developed impactful innovations to address real-world challenges. For more aspirational examples, you may visit here. Once again, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all high-achieving alumni who showcase the impact of PolyU on the global stage!

Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023

The Outstanding PolyU Alumni Award 2023 has kicked off since February! PolyU bestows the Award on distinguished graduates in recognition of their great distinction in their chosen fields, active support for 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, entrepreneurial, scholarly, and community service achievements. Recognition is also given to outstanding young alumni. The Award is organised at Department, Faculty/School, and University levels. This month, the University also welcomes open nomination for University Award. The deadline for submitting nominations is 7 July 2023. Please visit here for details. We look forward to receiving your nominations!  

Father’s Day Festivities at Hotel ICON

This Father’s Day, Hotel ICON presents a series of scrumptious offerings for you to celebrate this special day. GREEN Father’s Day Dinner Set Enjoy the refined luxuries of Siberian Sturgeon Caviar and more over a 4-course Father’s Day dinner at GREEN. Date: 18 June 2023 Time: 19:00 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1300 or email Reservation: online The Market Father’s Day Buffet The award-winning team of The Market presents you with a Father’s Day Special lineup in our acclaimed buffet spread, with delicacies like snow crab leg teppanyaki while a complimentary serving of braised mushrooms and abalone is available for each guest. Date: 17 – 18 June 2023 Brunch: 11:45 – 14:30 Dinner: 18:30 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1308 or email Reservation: online Above & Beyond Father’s Day Dinner Set Celebrate Father's Day with Cantonese culinary classics, presenting South African abalone and giant garoupa fillet with wine pairing to match. Date: 16 – 18 June 2023 Time: 18:00 – 22:00 Enquiries: (852) 3400 1318 or email Reservation: online Father's Day Spectacles Tiramisu The quintessentially Italian dessert covered with a delicately poured chocolate mirror glaze, consists of mascarpone cream, ladyfingers drenched in Illy espresso and coffee liqueur, topped with a golden ‘DAD’ spectacles made of chocolate. The sweetness of the cake perfectly balances against the bitterness of the coffee – absolutely delicious yet comforting. Order period: From now to 15 June 2023 Pick up period: From now to 18 June 2023 Price: HK$438 net Order now: online  

Alumni Tourcation – Rehab Express@PolyU

On the afternoon of 25 May 2023, the Alumni Affairs Office organised a campus tour on well-being, showcasing the advanced rehabilitation facilities that nurture future professionals. The tour took a group of health-conscious alumni through four specific classrooms, where researchers and scholars shared their expertise on how the latest technology and equipment could optimise rehabilitation efficiency and effectiveness.  Among the inspiring researches presented by the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, the healthy joint studies of the Sports Training and Rehabilitation Laboratory and the interactive rehabilitation programme of the Cardiopulmonary and Exercise Physiology Laboratory piqued our participants’ interest the most. Many of them were keen to participate as research subjects in various disciplines, contributing proactively to both the University and society. Like other Alumni Tourcations, this campus tour was not merely a showcase of the Department’s success but also a fun and interactive experience for participants. Some alumni volunteered to experience how the brain-computer interface (BCI) produced signals to move a patient’s arm, while some of them tried rehabilitation games that trained patients’ adaptability. It was such an engaging time to know more about various developments in the field. Exploring areas unrelated to one’s own discipline is always interesting.  It is even more rewarding to know that the alma mater is persistently investing in and developing to contribute to society as a whole. Please continue to join our Alumni Tourcations to rediscover all aspects of PolyU! For more photos of the event, please refer to our Facebook post.  

PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network Networking Dinner

On 20 May 2023, PolyU Shanghai Alumni Network organised a networking dinner. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, Executive Vice President, Dr Miranda Lou, together with approximately 100 alumni attended the dinner. President Teng delivered a welcome remark and introduced PolyU's development and outstanding achievements. He encouraged Shanghai alumni, especially young alumni, to actively contribute their insights and suggestions for the development of the alma mater. President Teng then presented Certificates of Appreciation to the first Executive Committee Members of Shanghai Alumni Network for their dedication to PolyU and the Alumni Networks. Dr Lou was invited to present the Appointment Letters to the Honorary Advisors and the second Executive Committee members of the Network. The “Dialogue with Teng” session was the highlight of the dinner, which further elevated the atmosphere of the event. The alumni passionately shared their concerns about the university’s development, alumni affairs, and the nurturing of young alumni. President Teng and Dr Lou patiently addressed each inquiry. The alumni deeply felt the warmth and affection of their alma mater through this meaningful interaction. 

Zhejian University – PolyU Joint Centre Alumni Dinner

On 18 May 2023, Zhejiang University-The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Joint Centre Alumni Network organized an alumni dinner at Hangzhou. President Professor Jin-Guang Teng, Executive Vice President, Dr Miranda Lou, together with 140 guests and alumni attended the meaningful event. President Teng and Professor He Lianzhen, Vice President of Zhejiang University delivered speech at the dinner, as well as presented honorary alumni certificates to honorary alumni. Dr Miranda Lou and Professor Li Min, Director of Office of Global Engagement and Office of Hong Kong, Macao & Taiwan Affairs of Zhejiang University presented Certificates of Appreciation to the first Executive Committee Members of Zhejiang University-PolyU Joint Centre Alumni Network for their dedication to PolyU and the network. The dinner showcased a diverse array of captivating content, with outstanding alumni sharing their stories and express their deep connection with their alma mater, enchanting Yue opera performances as well as the lucky draw.