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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.