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he Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) organized the “Shanghai Fraternity Association Diligence Bursaries Recipients Gathering” on Friday, 11 August 2023. This event marked the first post-pandemic tea gathering. 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, Professor Ellis Fok Kin-lam, Acting Master of Lee Woo Sing College 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 expressed his congratulations to Mr. Chao Kee-tung, the newly appointed President of the Shanghai Fraternity Association, and extended his heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support and dedicated efforts received from the Association over the years. Professor Anthony Chan encouraged the recipients to equip themselves with valuable skills and knowledge. “I hope all the recipients will make the most out of your four years in the University to broaden your horizons, equip yourself well for the future, apply your knowledge in the workplace, and contribute to our society. Let’s carry forward the ideals of CUHK and SFA to continue helping the underprivileged in our society. On behalf of all recipients, Li Chak-him gave a vote of thanks. He expressed earnest thanks to SFA for their financial support. Diligence Bursaries alleviate financial burden of the recipients, helping them to pursue their dreams. He also pledged to uphold the spirit of “diligence” as a guiding principle in his life and promised to contribute to Hong Kong to the best of his abilities.

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 Presentation Ceremony of the “Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin Kenneth Li Scholarship” was held successfully on Monday, 27 March 2023 at The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). The ceremony was officiated by Mr Kenneth Li, Managing Director of Carlton City Hotel Singapore, Professor Rocky Tuan, Vice-Chancellor and President of CUHK as well as management delegation from The University of Hong Kong and The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. Dr. Hui Sin Kuen, Principal of Ning Po College , Mr. Tang King Chi, former Principal of Ning Po College, and Mr. Leung Chiu Yin, Principal of Ning Po No. 2 College also attended the ceremony.

In his welcoming address, Professor Tuan expressed his sincere gratitude to Dr Li Dak-sum and Mr Kenneth Li for their generosity in establishing the Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin Kenneth Li Scholarship, as well as their contribution in promoting education and grooming the next generation of leaders for Hong Kong and the nation. Professor Tuan also encouraged all scholarship recipients not to forget the beneficence of Dr Li and Mr Li and they should devote themselves for the betterment of society in future.

In 2015, Dr Li made a magnificent donation of a total of HK$300 million to The University of Hong Kong (HKU), CUHK and the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (UST) for the establishment of “Li Dak Sum Yip Yio Chin Kenneth Li Scholarship”. The scholarship aims to award graduates from Ning Po College and Ning Po No. 2 College, with outstanding academic performance, good conduct and financial needs, to pursue tertiary education in HKU, CUHK and UST.

The 15th CUHK Golf Day was held on Monday, 13 February 2023 at the Eden Course, Hong Kong Golf Club, Fanling. The event drew an excellent response from CUHK alumni and friends, and featured 25 teams with 100 golfers in total. The event has raised over 5 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 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 steadfast support in making CUHK's Golf Day a remarkable event. “The 15th Golf Day, the first hallmark event following the CUHK's 60th Anniversary Commencement Ceremony, was a perfect warm-up for our upcoming celebratory event.” said Professor Chan.

Professor Rocky Tuan, Vice-Chancellor and President of CUHK, conveyed that he was delighted to see CUHK Golf Day has received such enthusiastic responses. He believed that the event creates a valuable opportunity for donors, alumni and friends to gather through golfing. As 2023 marks the 60th Anniversary of CUHK, the great success of the CUHK Golf day demonstrated the vitality and harmony of the CUHK family.

The prestigious “CU Cup” went to the United College this year and “United College Team (2)” was the Champion of the “Oriental Watch Open Cup - Best Net” prize. The New Asia College has also been awarded the “Most Active Participation Award” 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 nine outstanding students were awarded the scholarship this year.