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In appreciation of the generous donation made by Mr and Mrs Tang Hin-chak, Ian, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) named the Lecture Theatre 3 of the Yasumoto International Academic Park after Mr Lee Yuk, the late father of Mrs Tang.  Established the Little Book Shop in Macau, the late Mr Lee Yuk made a significant contribution to promoting literature and culture.  The Naming Ceremony was held on 5 November, officiated by Mr and Mrs Tang Hin-chak, Ian and Professor Joseph J Y Sung, Vice-Chancellor and President of CUHK.  The Ceremony was graced by the presence of family members of Mr and Mrs Tang.

In his welcoming speech, Professor Joseph J Y Sung expressed his sincere gratitude to Mr and Mrs Tang for the staunch support they have rendered to the Chinese University.  This donation will be used to support the development of the Institute of Environment, Energy and Sustainability for conducting leading-edge research on climate change and public health.  Mr and Mrs Ian Tang have also made another generous donation in support of the establishment of the “Lee Yuk (The Little Book Shop) Medical Scholarships” for outstanding medical and nursing students with financial needs.

Jointly organized by The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) and E & R Foundation, the “Music Picnic” Fundraising Concert was held on Saturday, 10 October 2015 at Shaw College Lecture Theatre of CUHK.  With the generous support from our sponsors, we are delighted to announce that close to HK$350,000 has been raised through this meaningful event. All donations will be used to support the I‧CARE Programme.

In his welcoming speech, Professor Joseph Sung, Vice-Chancellor and President of CUHK, extended a warm welcome to close to 300 children and youngsters for their participation in the concert. Professor Sung encouraged them to learn from our students and devote themselves to serve the community in the future. He also expressed his gratitude to E & R Foundation and all the sponsors, as well as the guest performers, for their contribution in making the concert a great success.

Featured brilliant performances by outstanding young musicians and friends of CUHK, including alumni Ms Judy Ho (Harp), Mr Wesley Lam (Opera), and four students from the Department of Music Ms Joyce Lee (Violin), Mr Jacky Yung (Viola), Mr Perry Lau (Piano) and Mr Lance Mok (Piano), the Concert served as a valuable platform to widen the horizons of the participants through a magical music journey. The participants were given the opportunity to explore a wide variety of music from different times and places through the string, piano, harp, flute, opera and choir performances.

The  I‧CARE Programme aims to develop all-rounded students and encourage them to serve the community and the needy. If you would like to support the Programme, please visit this webpage: www.oia.cuhk.edu.hk/eng/campaigns/i-care-programme

The second “Lee Quo Wei CUHK Golden Jubilee Scholarship Presentation Ceremony” was held on 24 September 2015. The ceremony was officiated by Mr Thomas Liang, Chief Executive of the Wei Lun Foundation, and Professor Fok Tai Fai, Pro-Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). Members of the advisory committee for the Lee Quo Wei CUHK Golden Jubilee Scholarship Endowment Fund were also invited to attend the event.

In his welcoming address, Professor Fok Tai-fai expressed his deepest gratitude to the Lee Family and the Wei Lun Foundation for their staunch support to the University for establishing the “Lee Quo Wei CUHK Golden Jubilee Scholarship Endowment Fund” in celebration of the Golden Jubilee of the Chinese University in 2013. He also encouraged all scholarship recipients to continue to pursue academic success, strive to excel, and grasp every single opportunity to shape themselves to become a better person. “Apart from pursuing your dreams and goals, learn to be grateful and remember to give back to society and help the needy, just like the Lee family and the Wei Lun Foundation,” said Professor Fok.

Through the establishment of the endowment fund, scholarships have been set up for mainland students, medical and law students, as well as exchange scholarships. Under the supervision of the Advisory Committee, the second batch of scholarships has been disbursed in the academic year of 2014-15. A total of 38 outstanding students have been awarded the “Lee Quo Wei CUHK Golden Jubilee Scholarships”.

On behalf of all recipients of the “Lee Quo Wei CUHK Golden Jubilee Scholarships”, Mr Tipoe Timothy Liongexpressed his sincerest gratitude to Mr Liang and all members of the Lee family and the Wei Lun Foundation for setting up this meaningful scholarship scheme. “Being a scholar is not merely a fanciful accolade; it is a responsibility that compels us to strive for further achievements and to propagate our legacy of academically outstanding individuals in CUHK and beyond. The Lee family and the Wei Lun Foundation have graciously done their part; it is now up to us to be the best that we can possibly be,” said Timothy.