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Welcome to the May edition of AlumNews – your go-to guide for exciting updates, campus happenings, and exclusive opportunities, all specially curated for alumni! Explore what’s new and discover vibrant ways to stay inspired, engaged, and connected with your alma mater.
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This issue of Pulse@PolyU highlights the University’s proposal submission to the government to establish Hong Kong’s third medical school; the launch of the Faculty of Computer and Mathematical Sciences; the setting up of the Otto Poon Research Institute for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure; and much more for you to explore!
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A Great Day of Sports and Wellness for PolyU Alumni and Friends
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An exclusive sports and wellness arena on campus on 26 July! Not only will you enjoy a mini Olympics, sports sessions, and exciting matches, but you will also try out various new sports, explore showcases of sports technology, and elevate your mind and body with well-being talks. It will be an energetic day for you, your family, and friends – stay tuned!
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New Alumni Community Members
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Congratulations to our PhD graduates, who proudly received their hard-earned degrees at the 31st Congregation on 10 May! The day was filled with warm wishes, heartfelt gifts, and dazzling decorations, celebrating the remarkable achievements of our newest members of the alumni family.
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Opera Under the Stars at PolyU
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World-renowned tenor Dr Warren Mok and acclaimed Chinese soprano Ms Bing Bing Wang will live-coach aspiring opera talents on stage, including PolyU alumni singers! With performances of excerpts from Bizet’s “Carmen”, this event promises to provide you with an unforgettable evening of opera.
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Wisdom of Traditional Chinese Culture
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Apart from the Western operatic repertoire mentioned above, this production showcasing a strong Eastern flavour through its unique choreography and musical arrangements is also an excellent form of entertainment. Get your tickets now for a performance filled with childlike wonder, blending rich artistic expression with philosophy!
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“Experiencing a Garden, Not Just a Restaurant” is the vision behind U Garden, the on-campus restaurant that opened in January. With its innovative concept, it has recently been honoured as the Gold Winner at the Muse Design Awards in the category of Architectural Design – Education! Dear alumni, if you haven’t visited yet, make sure to stop by!
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PolyU Legacy at the University Gallery
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Beyond award-winning projects like U Garden, the PolyU campus also features architecture born from academic collaboration. Have you ever been to the University Gallery opened earlier this year? Its green bricks are made with sustainable concrete technology and formula developed by the Campus Development Office and the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, along with 3D printing technology supported by the Industrial Centre!
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JUPAS Tips for Prospective Students
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Any children, young relatives, or teen friends of yours planning to include your alma mater’s programmes in their JUPAS choices? Be sure to invite them to the PolyU JUPAS Consultation Day on 24 May! Gaining effective application strategies is the first step towards a rewarding journey at the University.
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Chess & Boardgames Club x Singing Club
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Culture and Heritage Tours Club
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Tours and Adventures Club
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Chess & Boardgames Club x Singing Club
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New Executive Committee of BREDAA
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APSS Mentorship Programme 2025-2027
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During the kick-off ceremony on 3 May, more than 30 Applied Social Sciences alumni mentors met their mentees from the Class of 2025, who are about to embark on a new chapter in their lives as they graduate. What a meaningful beginning to the special bond between alumni and students at PolyU!
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