“PolyU Homecoming 2026: AI．Art” gathers over 6,000 alumni on campus to celebrate PolyU achievements

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) yesterday (12 April) held its annual flagship alumni event, under the banner “PolyU Homecoming 2026: AI．Art”. PolyU Council Chairman Dr LAM Tai-fai and President Prof. Jin-Guang TENG, joined by members of the PolyU Council, members of the University’s senior management team, deans, and representatives from various faculties and schools, as well as the presidents of the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations and the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Association, kicked off the event.

This year’s event, themed “Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Art”, featured a series of engaging activities that blended AI with the arts, including InnoTech Campus Adventures, Alumni Creative Market, AI x Craft Workshops and the AI Calligraphy Competition. The event attracted over 6,000 alumni, together with their families and friends, as well as staff and students from the PolyU community, who gathered on campus to celebrate their alma mater’s remarkable progress.

In his address, Prof. Jin-Guang Teng said, “Over 89 years of development, PolyU has secured a position in the top 100 of the three major global university rankings, achieving 54th place in the QS World University Rankings and making steady progress towards the global top 50. This achievement has been made possible by the tireless dedication of our staff and students, as well as the unwavering support of our alumni. PolyU has nurtured over 500,000 graduates and has an alumni network spanning the globe. As PolyU approaches its 90th anniversary, I sincerely hope that you will all continue to stand alongside your alma mater, remain closely connected and support the University’s various endeavours.”

PolyU Homecoming 2026 featured a rich and diverse programme. One of the highlights was the InnoTech Campus Adventures, which was jointly organised by over 40 faculties, schools and departments. Through innovative booths and guided campus tours, it showcased a range of innovative PolyU research achievements, including the Portable AI Retinal Fundus Camera, the world’s first lightweight intelligent assessment system for fatty liver detection and the radiation-free 3D ultrasound imaging system for scoliosis assessment. Alumni also had the opportunity to visit campus landmarks such as the University Gallery, the University Library and the Industrial Centre, rekindling fond memories of their student days as they strolled around the campus.

Meanwhile, the Alumni Creative Market, AI x Craft Workshops and live music performances brought together more than 20 alumni, who showcased their talents through a variety of cultural and creative activities, including galvanised iron product making, blown sugar art and patterned band weaving, which are items of Hong Kong’s intangible cultural heritage. These activities offered participants unique and engaging experiences, demonstrating some of the diverse and rich talents of PolyU alumni.

This year’s Homecoming also featured several competitions, including the PolyU Campus Architecture Photo Contest, the AI Calligraphy Competition and a puzzle hunt game, creating a lively atmosphere on the day. The highlight of the day was the friendly futsal match. In addition to matches between local alumni associations and the Alumni Football Club, Dr Lam Tai-fai led the Fei Yang Alumni Team in matches against the PolyU Pearl River Delta Alumni Network Team and the winning team in a grand finale, bringing the event to its climax.

PolyU Homecoming 2026 garnered widespread support from across the University community. In addition to faculties, schools and departments, the event saw active participation from alumni bodies including the Federation of PolyU Alumni Associations, the Outstanding PolyU Alumni Association, local alumni associations, Mainland alumni networks, overseas associations and alumni interest clubs. Nearly 200 students and alumni volunteered during the event, demonstrating the unity of the PolyU community in supporting the University’s ongoing pursuit of excellence.

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