Young Fellowship Academy – Year of Clement Chan 2024-2025 – High Table Dinner
The United College, CUHK – Hertford College, University of Oxford ‘Young Fellowship Academy’ held the 1st High Table Dinner on 7 October 2024 at Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin. 11 Young Fellows-to-be and five Senior Mentors of the Academy participated in the dinner and had an enjoyable gathering.
Professor Stephen H S Wong, College Head, officiated the event with a warm welcome address, highlighting the dinner as a signature activity of the Academy. The dinner provided an opportunity for Young Fellows-to-be to engage directly with Senior Mentors and deepen their mutual understanding. He also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to have Dr the Honourable Ko Wing Man, GBS, JP, Member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and Member of the Executive Council of Hong Kong, as the Keynote Speaker, and Dr Clement L K Chan, Year Patron of 2024-2025 of the Young Fellowship Academy, as our Honourable Guest.
Welcome Address by Professor Stephen H S Wong, College Head.
Introduction of the 12 Senior Mentors of 2024-2025 by Professor Martin C S Wong, Associate Head and Dean of Students.
Following Head’s speech, Dr Ko and Dr Chan shared their personal experiences and leadership insights with all the participants. Dr Ko shared his career journey, considerations, choices, and experiences at different stages of his life, encouraging the Young Fellows-to-be to embrace the unlimited possibilities with an open mind.
Sharing by Keynote Speaker – Dr the Honourable Ko Wing Man, GBS, JP, Member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference and Member of the Executive Council of Hong Kong.
Dr Chan also shared his academic journey and encouraged the Young Fellows-to-be to cultivate critical thinking, while developing their professional skills.
Address by Dr Clement L K Chan, Year Patron of the United College Young Fellowship Academy 2024-2025
Ms Lina H Y Yan, Chairman of United College Board of Trustees, Mr Simon K C Lee, Vice-Chairman of United College Board of Trustees, Professor Fung Kwok Pui, Chairman of the Endowment Fund Committee of United College, Professor Stephen H S Wong, College Head, and Professor Martin C S Wong, Associate Head and Dean of Students of United College, presented souvenirs to our honourable guests and expressed College’s gratitude for their staunch support to the programme.
Presentation of souvenir to Dr the Honourable Ko Wing Man (centre) by Ms Lina H Y Yan (3rd left), Chairman of United College Board of Trustees, and Professor Stephen H S Wong (3rd right), College Head.
Presentation of souvenir to Dr Clement L K Chan by Mr Simon K C Lee (2nd left), Vice-Chairman of United College Board of Trustees, and Professor Fung Kwok Pui (1st right), Chairman of the Endowment Fund Committee of United College
The dinner was a precious occasion and a valuable training opportunity for all the Young Fellows-to-be, allowing them to build close relationships with Senior Mentors. The College is glad to see the Young Fellows-to-be wearing their academic gowns, showing confidence at the banquet, and being keen in the communications with different guests. It is hoped that the Young Fellows-to-be will learn from their mentors and repay our society, eventually becoming a competent United College Young Fellows in the near future.
