CEDARS News: August 2026 Issue 847
News/ Programmes
- [First Year Students] Join Inauguration Ceremony for New Students on 26 Aug (registration starts on 19 Aug)
- Welcome Aboard - Enjoy Your First Year Experience at HKU
- Mandatory Anti-Scam Training Quiz
- Weeks of Welcome (WoW) Tours for New International Students (20 Aug – 6 Sep)
- Non-Academic Induction Talks
- Ask Me Anything Counter (24 Aug - 4 Sep)
- Talk on "Financing Your University Studies 2026" - Register Now! (26 Aug)
- Find solutions to the puzzle of your life with LEAD9001 Lead for Life - Join the Taster Session! (26 Aug)
- Orientation Day for International Students (28 Aug)
- Join the 3-day IG Challenge on Smart Tips @ HKU! (28 – 30 Aug)
- Forging New Connections @HKU – Join Peer Impact Network (PIN)! (Deadline: 10 Sep)
- A Glimpse of Student Life @HKU: E-book for Prospective Students 2026-27
- Pre-Departure Notes for Outgoing Students 2026 (new edition)
- GLOCAL Connect: Global Bonding Local Experience
- Private Student Living Referral Scheme
- Central Clearing House Application for Hall/College Vacancies
- Illustrated Peer Support Guide Available for Download
- TourHeart+ (心導遊) - One-stop Integrated Mental Health Platform
- Psychometer - Your Instant Self-understanding Tool
Careers
- Embark on the Co-op Programme: Join Our Latest Co-op Career Preparation Modules!
- Daily Jobs & Career Events
- FREE Online Aptitude Practice Tests and Games Registration (Throughout the year)
- One-on-One Career Coaching Services
Financial Resources and Educational Funding
- MTR Student Travel Scheme 2026/27
- Government Financial Assistance Schemes 2026-27 (Deadline for New Students: 18 Sep)
- A Means-tested Bursary for New Local Students: HKU FRESH$3000 (Deadline: 18 Sep)
- Student Travel Funds for Student Enrichment Activities Abroad (Throughout the year)
- University Financial Assistance - Student Travel/ Extra-curricular Activity Loan (Throughout the year)