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The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) organized the “Shanghai Fraternity Association Diligence Bursaries Recipients Gathering” on Wednesday, 6 August 2024. Mr. Jimmy Jim, Vice-President of Shanghai Fraternity Association Hong Kong Limited (SFA), Professor Anthony Chan Tak-cheung, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President of CUHK and honorable guests of SFA and over forty recipients of Shanghai Fraternity Association Diligence Bursaries attended this delightful event.

In his welcoming address, Professor Anthony Chan extended his heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support received from the Association over the years. The Association always provides the students with different opportunities. Professor Anthony Chan encouraged the recipients to equip themselves with valuable skills and serve our community in the future. “I hope all the recipients will make the most out of your four years in the University and make the best use of “Shanghai Fraternity Association Diligence Bursaries” to help yourselves to gain knowledge and skills, and get prepared to contribute to our community upon graduation.” Li Hey-way gave a vote of thanks on behalf of all recipients. She expressed earnest thanks to SFA for their financial support. Diligence Bursaries alleviate financial burden of the recipients, encouraging them to pursue their dreams.

CUHK graduated Mr. Roy Tsang and Ms. Christy Liang, who received Shanghai Fraternity Association Diligence Bursaries during their undergraduate journey, were invited to the gathering this year. They both shared their insights in career planning and discuss how the bursaries had impacted their life positively in the sharing session in which the recipients were inspired to chart their own path.

Shanghai Fraternity Association made a donation to CUHK for the establishment of the Shanghai Fraternity Association Diligence Bursaries in 2017. The program provides financial support to 125 undergraduate students with financial needs at CUHK, including 35 students from Lee Woo Sing College. The program aims at alleviating the financial burden on students, enabling them to concentrate on their academic pursuits and personal development.

The 16th CUHK Golf Day was held on Monday, 15 April 2024 at the Eden Course, Hong Kong Golf Club, Fanling. The event drew an excellent response from CUHK alumni and friends, and featured 20 teams with nearly 80 golfers. The event has raised over HK$ 3 million in support of CUHK and the proceeds will go towards the development of the University, Colleges, as well as enriching the “CUHK Golf Day Scholarship”.

The Tee-off Ceremony was officiated by Professor Anthony Chan, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), Mrs Carol Tsang, Platinum Sponsor and representative of Billion Charity Fund and Mr Stewart Cheng, Gold Sponsor of the event. During the Ceremony, Professor Chan expressed his gratitude towards alumni and friends of CUHK for their unwavering support in making CUHK's Golf Day a successful event.

Professor Rocky Tuan, Vice-Chancellor and President of CUHK, expressed gratitude to alumni, sponsors, and the Golf Day Advisory Committee for their support at the ceremony. Their invaluable advice has made Golf Day event a resounding success. The members of the Advisory Committee actively called on elite alumni from various sectors to participate in the golf tournament. The enthusiastic support and participation of the alumni truly reflect the spirit of unity and the sense of belonging to CUHK. Looking ahead, Professor Tuan hopes that CUHK will continue to serve as a solid bridge for connecting the world, nurturing more exceptional talents, and promoting the core values of CUHK.

The prestigious “CU Cup” and “Most Active Participation Award” went to the New Asia College this year. Please click here for the complete results of the tournament.

CUHK Golf Day Scholarship

Established in 2011, the “CUHK Golf Day Scholarship” is an admission scholarship for first-year undergraduates who achieved academic excellence and participated actively in voluntary services and sports activities. Financial needs of students will also be taken into consideration during the selection process.  A total of ten outstanding students were awarded the scholarship this year.

The Garden Party of the Friends of the Art Museum (the Friends) of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) was held on 2 March 2024 at the Vice-Chancellor’s Lodge of CUHK. Members of the Friends, as well as faculty members and students of the Department of Fine Arts of CUHK gathered on this special occasion and enjoyed a fruitful afternoon. The event was graced by the presence of Mr Edwin Mok, the Chair of the Friends; the host Professor Rocky Tuan, Vice-Chancellor and President of The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Professor Tuan delivered his welcoming address on behalf of CUHK and expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Friends for their dedicated support to CUHK over the years.  Professor Tuan said, “As a steadfast partner, Friends works with CUHK collectively to bridge across boundaries and enrich the students’ knowledge in Chinese art and culture through multiple channels.”

Mr Edwin Mok thanked Prof Tuan and the CUHK management for hosting the party at the Vice-Chancellor's Lodge with excellent arrangements. He pledged that Friends will continue to join hands with CUHK to support new generations in the field of art and organize an array of activities to propel the development of the creative industry in Hong Kong community.

This year, 15 students have been selected to receive these prestigious awards. On behalf of all recipients, the awardee representative Shen Li gave a vote of thanks. She said, “These funds and grants not only facilitated my concentration on dissertation writing but also played a pivotal role in securing job opportunities.” Shen Li and one of the awardees Cheung Chu Yin, Cyrus presented thank you letter and a seal carving to Mr Edwin Mok on behalf of all recipients to express their gratitude to Friends.

The Friends was founded in 1981 to promote the study and appreciation of Chinese art and culture. Over the years, the Friends committed to supporting art education by generously offering scholarships to outstanding Fine Arts students of CUHK.