David Parker Alliance (DPA) is a networking programme initiated by friends, English alumni and colleagues in memory of the late Professor David Parker. Professor Parker was the Chairperson of the Department of English at CUHK from 2000 to 2009. He was a tireless educator, a generous mentor and a dear friend who always motivated his students to believe in themselves and to explore their potential. To continue his legacy, David Parker Memorial Scholarships are established to encourage English majors to achieve excellence in academic studies, community services, stage productions and creative writing, so that the love and dedication of Professor Parker can have further impact upon English majors.
DPA offers four scholarships to undergraduate students of the English Departments:
| Scholarship | Amount | Criteria | Application Method |
| Best Academic Achievement | HK$3000 | To be awarded to one 2nd or 3rd year English major with the highest GPA | Academic-based No application required |
| Best Community Services | HK$3000 | To be awared to one 2nd or 3rd year English major who demonstrates active and enthusiastic participation in community services | Email a completed application form and a personal statement (not more than 500 words) to elaborate on community services and engagements Deadline: 30 June every year Email address: davidparker.alliance@gmail.com |
| Best Director | HK$500 | To be awarded to the best director in Andrew Parkin Drama Cup | No application required |
| Best Story | HK$500 | To be awarded to the best story submitted to ENGE3290 Reading and Writing Short Stories | No application required |
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