Lecture on “Encountering Whang Tong in the ‘Long 18th Century’” Seeing China Through Little People
The Department of History held its final academic lecture of the semester with the topic “Encountering Whang Tong in the ‘Long 18th Century’” on 27 April. The lecture was jointly organized by the Department of History, Loke Kok Kuen Chinese Cultural Legacy Research Trust, and the Centre for Research and Teaching in Chinese History. Prof. CHING May Bo, Head of the Department of Chinese and History at The City University of Hong Kong, was invited to share her research findings. In addition to students from Shue Yan University, scholars from Mainland China and Hong Kong also participated in this event.
The Department of History Held an Academic Lecture on “From Chronicles of Xin’an Country to Hong Kong Chronicles: The Evolution and Innovation of Chinese Local Chronicles”
The Department of History, Loke Kok Kuen Chinese Cultural Legacy Research Trust, and the Centre for Research and Teaching in Chinese History co-organized an academic lecture on “From Chronicles of Xin’an Country to Hong Kong Chronicles: The Evolution and Innovation of Chinese Local Chronicles”. Dr. CHOI Sze Hang Henry, the Managing Editor of the Hong Kong Chronicles Institute (HKCI) was invited as the guest speaker. Dr. CHOI presented a systematic account of the development of Chinese local chronicles and the current compilation of the Hong Kong Chronicles to attending scholars and students.
“Friendly Website Award” for Shue Yan Library Website
Hong Kong Shue Yan University Library was granted the “Friendly Website Award” in Web Accessibility Recognition Scheme 2022-2023, a recognition that highlights our commitment to providing an accessible digital environment for all users.
HKSYU Admissions Office Participates in Education Exhibitions in Two Regions Expanding Education Prospects for Asian Students
The University Admissions Office (UAO) of HKSYU recently participated in international education exhibitions held in Malaysia and Mainland China, providing one-to-one overseas admission consultation services to students, parents, and the education sectors in both regions, as well as introducing HKSYU’s campus facilities and course information. Both
HKSYU Elite Athletes YIP Wing Yan and CHONG See Yeung Selected for “Chengdu 2023 FISU World University Games” Hong Kong Delegation
Two elite athletes from HKSYU, YIP Wing Yan and CHONG See Yeung have been selected for the Hong Kong delegation in the “Chengdu 2023 FISU World University Games”. This marks the first time in 8 sessions that Shue Yan students have the opportunity to participate in this prestigious global sporting event, often referred to as the “Little Olympics”. Shue Yan Newsletter interviewed them about their preparations and their feelings about being selected for the Hong Kong delegation.
238 HKSYU Students Awarded Scholarships Under the Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS)
The Self-financing Post-secondary Scholarship Scheme (SPSS) is set up under the Self-financing Post-secondary Education Fund, and there are five types of scholarships under the Scheme, namely: Outstanding Performance Scholarship, Best Progress Award, Talent Development Scholarship, Reaching Out Award, and Endeavour Scholarship. A total of 238 HKSYU
HKSYU Annual Scholarship Award Ceremony More than $9.8 Million of Scholarships & Bursaries Awarded throughout the Year
The Hong Kong Shue Yan University (HKSYU) Annual Scholarship Award Ceremony 2022/23 was successfully held on the afternoon of 28 April 2023 at the Lady Lily Shaw Hall. The ceremony invited Ms. LI Mei Sheung, Permanent Secretary for Education, as the officiating guest.