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Message from the DeanDear Students,Welcome to the University of Hong Kong! I would like to extend my warmest congratulations to you for coming to HKU. You will embark on a wonderful learning journey which will alter the rest of your life. HKU endeavours to "produce well-rounded graduates with lifelong abilities to provide leadership within the societies they serve." We adopt a whole-person approach so that our students will become "graduates of distinction committed to lifelong learning, integrity and professionalism, capable of being responsive leaders and communicators in their fields." To this end, the Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS) works closely with various academic and non-academic units and student societies to build an intellectually stimulating and culturally diverse campus to enrich your total campus experience. We choose CEDARS as our logo as they are ornamental trees with durable scent wood and evergreen leaves. We hope all of you will have the durable scent of the intellectuals and be forever young and fresh. We also hope that you can find shelter and support in our services. As you can see in this Directory, our work covers almost every aspect of your life at HKU. In addition to what we do within the campus, we have an extensive network of community leaders and local and overseas organizations who are very willing to help enrich your learning experience. With all these, we hope to provide you with a platform to prepare yourself for making significant contributions to the societies you serve in future. In particular, I would like to draw your attention to the Orientation Programme which is designed to welcome, empower and help you to “orient” yourself to the new living and learning environment. At each of the sessions, you will find out how you may best use our provisions and resources for your self-exploration and whole person development. If you have any thoughts, feelings or comments that you would like to share with us during your time at HKU, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone on 2859 2306 or by email at dosa@hku.hk. I look forward to seeing you at the Orientation Programme. May I also wish you a very fruitful and enjoyable time at HKU. Best regards, Albert Chau (Dr.) Dean of Student Affairs | |||||||||||||||
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About CEDARSThe Centre of Development and Resources for Students (CEDARS) provides comprehensive student-centred services for their learning and overall wellness.Campus Life
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Tips for New StudentsAcademic MattersLog on to "Student Connect" to update or view information on personal particulars, course enrolment, examination timetables, and more. http://www.hku.hk/afss Awards and Scholarships Scholarships, prizes, and other academic awards are offered to provide due recognition to students who have demonstrated academic excellence. The "Young Leaders of Tomorrow" Community Leaders Scholarship Scheme is open to first-year undergraduate students who have demonstrated excellence and leadership potential. http://www.youngleader.hku.hk Computing and Network Services The Computer Centre is the provider of central computing and network services for university members. Help Desk: Room 104, Run Run Shaw Building Electronic Help Desk: ccbox@hku.hk http://www.hku.hk/cc A team of IT student ambassadors will also help solve your computer problems. http://web.hku.hk/~itsa Exchange Programme HKU Worldwide Exchange Programme - it offers one year/semester overseas exchange to non-final year full-time undergraduate students with a CGPA 3.0 or higher. Application starts in November every year. http://www.hku.hk/liaison/oise HKU Worldwide China Programme - it offers exchange and internship opportunities for HKU undergraduates during summer vacation. http://www.hku.hk/cao First-in-the-Family Education Fund (FIFE Fund) The Fund encourages those who are the first in their family to attend university to embrace the intellectual challenges of higher learning. It enables them to benefit from learning opportunities outside the classroom, which are beyond their families’ affordability. http://www.hku.hk/fife General Education A set of co-curricula courses and experiential learning activities are offered to enhance students' personal competencies and to promote critical thinking, ethical reasoning, international perspectives, and the appreciation of cultural diversity and arts. http://gened.hku.hk Health For medical, dental and physiotherapy services, contact the University Health Service. Web booking is available at HKU Portal (under Services). http://www.hku.hk/uhs Libraries HKU Libraries comprise the Main Library and six specialist branch libraries. http://www.lib.hku.hk Lost and Found For lost and found on HKU campus, please contact the Security & Parking Unit, Estates Office. The list of found items is available at: https://soas.hku.hk/afmpmc/app/eolostfound.main Postgraduate Student Association The Graduate School and the Postgraduate Student Association (PGSA) serve your academic needs and social interests respectively. Graduate School: http://www.hku.hk/gradsch PGSA: http://www.hku.hk/pgsa Sport and Recreation The Institute of Human Performance offers many opportunities and facilities for sport and recreation, including instructional classes on a variety of activities. http://www3.hku.hk/iohp Student Amenities Four amenities centres provide you with a wide range of facilities for relaxation, recreation and study. Online booking of facilities: HKU Portal (choose Student Services under Services) http://cedars.hku.hk Student Co-operative The co-operative is run by the Students' Union and located in the Hsu Long Sing Amenities Centre. Students' Union The Students' Union is active and independent. All full-time undergraduates are members of the HKUSU. There are over 110 student societies including academic societies, hall student associations, independent clubs of interests and sports clubs. “Survival Guide” will be issued to offer tips from current students. http://www.hkusu.org | |||||||||||||||
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Orientation ActivitiesInduction Programme 2008CEDARS will run a new non-academic induction programme in this summer for freshmen of 2008-09 academic year. It aims at enabling students to understand the educational aims of the University, empowering students to pursue an all-round and whole-person approach to learning, and inspiring students to explore their roles as local, national and global citizens. For details, please visit http://cedars.hku.hk/induction. 20 – 21 August 2008 Inauguration Ceremony for New Students The Inauguration Ceremony is the first formal University gathering for new students. New students will meet the Vice-Chancellor, senior academics, alumni bodies and the President of HKUSU. The Vice-Chancellor will give an inaugural address and host the Robing Ceremony during which freshmen will put on the HKU traditional Green Gown. Tea receptions for respective Faculties will provide a good platform for students to meet their teachers. 27 August 2008 | 10 am | Loke Yew Hall Orientation for Newly Arrived International Students Cultural Adjustment - recognize the differences and changes that you may experience and develop knowledge and skills to maximise your international experience. There are tailor-made programmes for ALL: exchange students, undergraduates, postgraduates and students from the Mainland. Please check out details at http://cedars.hku.hk 29 August 2008 | 10 am | Loke Yew Hall Talk on Financing your University Studies Attend this talk to gather information on • Tertiary Student Finance Scheme (TSFS) • University Financial Assistance • Tips on Financial Management • Part-time Job Opportunities and Others 27 August 2008 | 2 pm | T1, Meng Wah Complex | |||||||||||||||
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