ABSENCE of competition has meant that a bunch of 'mere kids' looks likely to take over the executive committee of the Students' Union of the University of Hong Kong this year.
The Kids, as the 11 enthusiastic students headed by second-year social work student Rosa Mok Pui-han are calling themselves, will know by tonight if they have secured the minimum 10 per cent vote from union members to take over.
'The Kids carry the symbol of hope and positive thinking. They are also a group of people who are ready for new concepts and ideas,' Ms Mok said.
Finding the campus engulfed in indifference and apathy, the group hopes to bring a new dimension to students' thoughts.
'They might not be positive towards the future, but we must combine our efforts and have our future in our own grip,' Ms Mok said.
In their campaigning during the past few weeks, the Kids have not stopped short of tackling sensitive subjects such as the selection of a new university vice-chancellor and academic freedom.
