https://www.scmp.com/rss/323922/feed Over the past 80 years, PolyU has grown from its humble beginnings as the Government Trade School founded in 1937 to become a widely recognized distinguished university that excels in professional education, research and far-reaching partnerships. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com [Sponsored Article] “Eighty years is both a long and a short time span.  It is about the lifetime of a person, and yet as an institution, PolyU's 80-year history – 23 years of which as a university – earns us a label of being a 'young university'", that was how PolyU Council Chairman Mr Chan Tze-ching put it at the University’s 80th Anniversary Celebration Dinner. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has deep connections to Hong Kong, and the institution has been moving in tandem with... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/education/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2124516?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/education/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2124516?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 Dec 2017 08:21:08 +0000 [Sponsored Article] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) celebrates its 80th anniversary with an open day showcasing major achievements in science and innovation plus its commitment to education and serving the community. On 2 and 3 December 2017, a wide range of activities and exhibitions were held on and off campus to engage the public. Members of the public had the opportunity to visit leading-edge laboratories and learn from respected academics on hand to explain the significance of... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/education/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2122781?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/hong-kong/education/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2122781?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Dec 2017 02:39:38 +0000 [Sponsored Article] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) and Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU) have jointly set up the Silk Road International School of Engineering (SRISE) for fostering cooperation and exchange in research and education among the Belt and Road countries and regions. Among the series of education, training and exchange initiatives SRISE to be launched next year is its first collaboration project partnering with the Hongkong Electric Company, Limited (HK Electric) and the... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2120723/polyu-and-xjtu?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2120723/polyu-and-xjtu?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 20 Nov 2017 09:15:45 +0000 [Sponsored article] A leading global supply chain management scholar suggests young people sustain start-up programmes by creating “In” and “Out” values through entrepreneurial innovation activities. Speaking at the PolyU 80th Anniversary Global Leader Lecture Series recently, Professor Hau L. Lee – also a pioneer in the studies of entrepreneurship and innovations in developing economics, and value chain strategies – shared his insights on how values created through entrepreneurial innovations... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2101489/creating-and-out?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2101489/creating-and-out?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Jul 2017 04:15:12 +0000 [Sponsored article] The PolyU Design Annual Show has become Hong Kong’s yearly phenomenon in innovative design education, showcasing the daring creative minds of the young generations of designers. Hosted by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) School of Design, this year’s annual show displays over 200 talented projects of the graduating students and students of various design programmes from higher diploma, undergraduate to post-graduate levels. The dedicated creative pieces are... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2100387/young-creative-minds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2100387/young-creative-minds?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 28 Jun 2017 09:15:45 +0000 [Sponsored article] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) men’s team snatched the championship of the “PolyU・King’s Flair Group Asian Universities Invitational Basketball Tournament” following a heated finale fight. The Tournament, with eight elite basketball teams from Asian universities competing in Hong Kong, is one of the celebratory events of PolyU’s 80th anniversary. It also aims at fostering connection among Asian universities, as well as promoting basketball and... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2099023/victory-polyu-mens?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2099023/victory-polyu-mens?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 19 Jun 2017 09:15:15 +0000 [Sponsored article] In celebration of PolyU's 80th Anniversary, the University will stage the "PolyU・King's Flair Group Asian Universities Invitational Basketball Tournament" on 13-17 June, fostering connection among Asian universities, as well as promoting basketball and sportsmanship. Eight elite basketball teams from Asian universities will participate in the tournament, including the men's teams from PolyU, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kyoto University, Nanyang Technological... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2096656/celebrating-80th?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2096656/celebrating-80th?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 02 Jun 2017 08:00:45 +0000 [Sponsored article] With the generous support from The D. H. Chen Foundation, the Faculty of Applied Science and Textiles (FAST) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) invited Prof. Dan Shechtman, 2011 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, to speak at the PolyU 80th Anniversary Nobel Laureate Lecture Series with the title "Why Should We Teach Technological Entrepreneurship in Universities?".  Prof. Shechtman believed that the dropping birth rates in developed countries nowadays inevitably pose... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2096528/nobel-laureate-sheds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2096528/nobel-laureate-sheds?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 01 Jun 2017 09:15:15 +0000 [Sponsored Article] On 24 March, the PolyU Orchestra wowed the crowd on campus with a specially arranged flash mob performance to celebrate the University’s 80th Anniversary. Under the baton of conductor Mr Leung Kin-fung, the Orchestra amazingly performed a variation of the melody “Happy Birthday to You”. Watch now>> In addition, the University has launched The D. H. Chen Foundation Nobel Laureate Lecture Series, inviting Nobel Laureates from various fields to share their insights. On 14... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2094610/celebrating-polyus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2094610/celebrating-polyus?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 17 May 2017 03:23:31 +0000 [Sponsored Article] The strive for greatness, an understanding of the importance of technological innovation and application, and a deep sense of responsibility in nurturing future leaders of society have all seen The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) bearing much fruit as it celebrates its 80th anniversary. Professor Timothy W. Tong, president of the university, says PolyU has always had a clearly defined role in the tertiary education scene in Hong Kong. ”Our role is to provide quality... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2077848/celebrating-80-years?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2077848/celebrating-80-years?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Mar 2017 01:02:31 +0000 [Sponsored Article] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is celebrating its 80th Anniversary this year with a Global Leader Lecture Series in which influential leaders in different professions around the globe will be invited to PolyU to deliver lectures on a wide range of topics covering healthcare, business, innovation and entrepreneurship, art and culture, sports and sustainable urban development. The series will provide the university community with a unique opportunity to learn from... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2075728/polyu-launches-80th?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2075728/polyu-launches-80th?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Mar 2017 01:30:15 +0000 [Sponsored Article] As The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) marks its milestone 80th anniversary with a year-long series of programmes and activities, the university’s Council Chairman, Ignatius Chan Tze-ching, known as TC Chan, believes it is in an ideal position to continue breaking new ground and scaling new heights. As PolyU Council Chairman, TC says he is keen for the university to continue to build on a number of key strengths and areas of expertise. These include close... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065357/polyu-milestone?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065357/polyu-milestone?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Jan 2017 07:38:48 +0000 [Sponsored Article] Ground-breaking research with practical applications is a key function for leading academic institutions and, in that respect, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) more than plays its part. “We are continuously pushing the frontiers of knowledge by conducting projects which have a direct impact, and by making breakthroughs which solve problems, create hope and benefit mankind,” says professor Alex Wai, PolyU’s vice-president of research development. “Overall, the aim... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065281/polyu-pioneers-change?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065281/polyu-pioneers-change?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Jan 2017 04:00:30 +0000 [Sponsored Article] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) on 24 January 2017 conferred the title of University Fellowship on seven outstanding individuals in recognition of their significant contributions to the University and the community. Presided over by Mr Chan Tze-ching, Chairman of the University Council, the conferment ceremony was held at the Jockey Club Auditorium on PolyU campus. The recipients were warmly greeted by PolyU President, Professor Timothy W. Tong, and other senior... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065266/polyu-confers?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065266/polyu-confers?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Jan 2017 03:15:00 +0000 [Sponsored Article] The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) launched the "Vision of Love Mobile Eye Care Project" (the Project) on 13 January 2017. With a mobile optometric unit, the Project is reaching out to the community and bringing vision screening and eye health education to the doorsteps of people in need. The Project also serves as a platform to further engage the students of PolyU's School of Optometry (SO) to working hand-in-hand with The PolyU Volunteers in serving the community... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065261/polyus-vision-love?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2065261/polyus-vision-love?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Jan 2017 02:45:45 +0000 [Sponsored Article] A key objective for the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is to offer students a global education, which allows them to experience different cultures, develop an informed outlook, and broaden their horizons so that they may make their mark in the world. This approach is embedded into various programmes’ curricula. It begins with first-year courses which are designed to encourage a more international mindset, as well as credit-bearing service learning modules, which... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2063968/promoting?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2063968/promoting?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Jan 2017 09:15:30 +0000 [Sponsored Article] In celebration of PolyU’s 80th anniversary, a series of celebratory events were held on 25 November 2016 to kick-start the year-long anniversary celebrations. The celebrations began with the International Forum themed “Nurturing Talent and Building Capacity in Supporting the Belt and Road Development”, drawing an audience of 300 from academia, industry and social services for an open discussion on the Belt and Road Initiative. Officiated by the Secretary for Education Mr... https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2063962/grand-opening-80th?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/news/topics/polyu-celebrating-80-years-rich-heritage/article/2063962/grand-opening-80th?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Jan 2017 08:45:30 +0000