HKSYU Co-Hosts International Conference on Mental Well-Being and Preventive Interventions
A two-day international conference entitled “Mental Well-Being for All: The Conference on Strength-Based and Preventive Interventions in Hong Kong and Chinese Communities”, co-organised by Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) and the Division of Counselling Psychology of the Hong Kong Psychological Society, opened on 6 November 2026. The conference attracted more than 100 participants from around the world, including psychologists, counselling and mental health professionals, researchers, and students.
HKSYU Promotes Diversity and Inclusion Through Two-Day Multicultural Event
The International and Greater China Student Support Office of Hong Kong Shue Yan University organised a two-day event, “Cultivating Diversity, Co-creating a Caring Shue Yan Campus”, on 28 and 29 October 2026. Through exhibitions, interactive games, workshops and multicultural activities, the event promoted diversity and inclusion on campus, helping staff and students gain a deeper understanding of people from different backgrounds and cultures.
HKSYU to Confer Honorary Doctorates on Dr Charles Chen and Mr Kenneth Fok
Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) will hold its 52nd Graduation Ceremony cum Honorary Doctorate Presentation Ceremony on 23 November 2026 (Monday). At the ceremony, confer the degree of Doctor of Social Sciences honoris causa on Dr Charles Chen Yidan, and the degree of Doctor of Letters honoris causa on Mr Kenneth Fok Kai-kong, in recognition of their significant contributions and profound impact on Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland.
236 Students Recognised at HKSYU President’s List Ceremony 2025/26
On 30 October 2026, Hong Kong Shue Yan University held its annual President’s List Ceremony to honour Year 1 to Year 3 students who earned a yearly GPA of 3.5 or above and were named to the Honour Roll for two consecutive semesters in the 2025/26 academic year. Out of more than 3,600 students across 12 departments, 236 were recognised for their outstanding academic performance.
QS Asia Rankings: HKSYU Retains Top HK Private Spot & Top-25% Status for 2nd Year
Hong Kong Shue Yan University ranks 366th in the newly announced QS Asia University Rankings 2027, continuing to remain in the top 25 percentile and ranking first among private universities in Hong Kong. Dr Gigi Lam, Acting Associate Academic Vice-President (University Research), stated that HKSYU's top-quarter percentile ranking for two consecutive years reflects the University's sustained and robust competitiveness. In the coming year, efforts will be directed toward two key areas to further elevate the University's impact.
Hong Kong Shue Yan University History Museum Opens
Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) held the opening ceremony of its University History Museum on 27 October 2026, celebrating its 55th anniversary and 20 years since attaining university status. Through a collection of valuable artefacts, historical records and digital exhibits, the museum traces Shue Yan's journey from its founding vision and establishment to its development into a private university. It also highlights the contributions of two founders, Dr Chung Chi-yung and Dr Henry Hu Hung-lick, in promoting higher education, social welfare and community development in Hong Kong.
HKSYU Launches Commencement Ceremony for Wanchai Student Hostel
Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) has officially commenced renovation work at its Wan Chai Gap Road campus, transforming the historic campus into a student hostel. The project is expected to provide approximately 170 hostel places, with completion targeted as early as the third quarter of next year.