(From left) Ms Evelyn Pei Fanhui, Student Member of the Working Group on 60th Anniversary, Professor Ambrose King, former Vice-Chancellor of CUHK, Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Professor John Chai Yat-chiu, Council Chairman of CUHK, Mr Eric Chan Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration, Dr Choi Yuk-lin, Secretary for Education, Professor Rocky S. Tuan, President and Vice-Chancellor of CUHK, Mr Lui Tim-leung, Chairman of University Grants Committee, Ms Lina Yan, Chairperson of the 60th Anniversary Celebration Steering Committee, and Professor Xu Yangsheng, President and Vice-Chancellor of CUHK (Shenzhen), officiating at the CUHK 60th Anniversary Commencement Ceremony Integrating technology and art, the performance saw 200 drones take to the sky above the University Mall to celebrate CUHK’s 60th Anniversary

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) held its 60th Anniversary Commencement Ceremony on 12 February, with the theme of “where great minds shine”, officially launching its diamond jubilee celebrations. The ceremony featured the first-ever large drone show on a Hong Kong campus. Integrating technology and art, the performance saw 200 drones take to the sky above the University Mall to celebrate the auspicious event.

Officiating guests included Mr Eric Chan Kwok-Ki, Chief Secretary for Administration, Dr Choi Yuk-Lin, Secretary for Education, Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Mr Lui Tim-Leung, Chairman of University Grants Committee, Professor John Chai Yat-Chiu, Council Chairman of CUHK, Professor Rocky S. Tuan, President and Vice-Chancellor of CUHK, Ms Lina Yan, Chairperson of the 60th Anniversary Celebration Steering Committee, Professor Ambrose King, former Vice-Chancellor of CUHK, and Professor Xu Yang-Sheng, President and Vice-Chancellor of CUHK (Shenzhen), and Ms Evelyn Pei, Student Member of the Working Group on 60th Anniversary. Other guests included The Hon Lau Kwok-fan, The Hon Lam Chun-sing, The Hon Dennis Leung Tsz-Wing, The Hon Tang Ka-Piu, Mr Kelvin Yeung Yu-Ming, Chairman of the Convocation of CUHK, and Mr Davis C.K. Man, President of The Federation of Alumni Associations of CUHK. More than 1,000 guests, Council Members, University Officers, students, alumni, staff and business partners attended the ceremony to celebrate together.

During the ceremony, CUHK proudly presented a series of stunning performances blending art and technology, including a spectacular drone show. The dazzling drones flew across the night sky to form iconic CUHK landmarks and logos, lighting up the whole campus. A projection light show on the University Library’s front wall reminisced about CUHK’s 60 years of history and looked forward to its bright future. The CU Chorus, student dancers and cheerleaders also captivated the audience with their singing and dancing. The whole event was broadcast live online, allowing teachers, students, alumni and friends of CUHK who were unable to attend in person to enjoy the wonderful performances.

CUHK has arranged a rich, diverse programme of nearly 100 celebratory activities throughout the year, including international conferences, large-scale exhibitions, open days, student and alumni activities, and art performances, showcasing the University’s remarkable achievements spanning 60 years. Highlight events include the Times Higher Education Asia Universities Summit 2023, the Greater Bay Area Science Forum Distinguished Lectures, the Inauguration Ceremony of CUHK Shanghai Centre, and the Diamond Jubilee University Presidents’ Forum.

For details of the events, please visit CUHK’s 60th Anniversary website: https://60.cuhk.edu.hk/.

Spectacular performance of "Like an Old Friend Comes" (From left) Professor Chan Shun-on, Associate Vice President (Education) of CUHK and President of New Asia College; Mr. Du Xiaogang, the Secretary of the Wuxi Municipal Party Committee; Professor Chan Wai-yee, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of CUHK; and Mr. Zhang Zhihua, Director of the Youth Work Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government take a photo in front of the bust of Mr. Ch'ien Mu at the Ch'ien Mu Library, New Asia College

Hosted by the Wuxi Overseas Friendship Association, “Like an Old Friend Comes” was held at the New Asia Amphitheatre of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) on 20 February. The night was composed of folk music, songs, dances, operas, and other art forms. Two students from the Chinese Music Society of New Asia College presented a duet performance of Gaohu and Guzheng on ” Song of the Homebound Fishermen “.

Professor Chan Wai-Yee, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Strategic Development); and Professor Chan Shun-on, Associate Vice President (Education) of CUHK and College Master of New Asia College attended the activity on behalf of CUHK. Honorable guests including Mr. Du Xiaogang, the Secretary of the Wuxi Municipal Party Committee; Mr. Zhang Zhihua, Director of the Youth Work Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR; Mr. Xu Feng, Mr. Zhou Chang-Qing, and Mr. Qin Yong-Xin, leaders of Wuxi government; and officials from the Hong Kong Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Asia Tourism Exchange Center, and other representatives watched the performance together with CUHK’s teachers and students. The event further deepened the cultural exchanges between Wuxi and Hong Kong.

Professor Chan Wai Yee, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Strategic Development), attends the seminar on behalf of CUHK and gives a speech at the seminar

The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) attended the seminar on learning and implementing the spirit of “National Two Sessions” for the Hong Kong innovation and technology sector on 23 March. Professor Chan Wai-Yee, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Strategic Development), participated in the seminar on behalf of CUHK and gave a speech.

The seminar was kicked off by the lecture given by Mr. Zheng Yan-Xiong, Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, aimed to enable the participants to have a deeper understanding of the essence of the “two sessions” and its significance to Hong Kong’s future development. Professor Chan Wai-Yee said during the sharing session that CUHK will continue to work with all partners in innovation, talent training, global cooperation, and Chinese culture promotion, integrating into the overall development of the country.