Master
Professor Wai-Yee Chan, Professor of Biomedical Sciences and founding Director of School of Biomedical Sciences, was appointed Master of CW Chu College, with effect from 1 January 2017.
Professor Chan obtained his bachelor’s degree from CUHK and his PhD from the University of Florida. Chan joined CUHK in 2009, and has held many offices at the University, as Deputy Chair of the Research Committee (2013–2018), as a member of the CUHK Alumni Torch Fund Executive Committee (2014–2017), among others, and in the Faculty of Medicine as a member in various committees. During his undergraduate years, he was a student of United College and held office in the Representative Council of CUHK.
Professor Chan has been actively engaged in serving the scientific community of Hong Kong and China in various capacities. (Details)
Professor Chan regarded his appointment as Master of CW Chu College as his distinct honour. He appreciated the chance to carry on the torch, to contribute his effort in implementing the College motto ‘Cultus et Beneficentia’ (cultivating oneself and benefitting the community) and to perpetuate the spirit of Dr Chu Ching-wen in making the opportunity to be educated available to deserving ones. Professor Chan committed, ‘I will try my very best to take the College to new heights based on the solid foundation already laid down.’