UChum Programme – College Peer Support Ambassadors

Programme Introduction

The College believes that everyone possesses the ability to inspire others. As a result, the UChum – College Peer Support Ambassadors Programme was established as part of the Wellness Programme. Through an open recruitment, selected students undergo counselling skills and mental health first aid training. This equips the ambassadors with the necessary knowledge to identify students in need and promptly refer them for professional counselling. Additionally, they organise various activities aimed at promoting overall well-being within the campus community. Students who complete the programme will receive a certificate. Those who excel may be nominated for the College Service Award and/or the CUHK Outstanding Student Award. Additionally, we will recommend these outstanding students for relevant internship positions.

New year’s student ambassador recruitment will begin in November 2024, with training for the selected students starting in December. The official term for the ambassadors will be from January 2025 to January 2026.

Chum means friends. We hope that ambassadors can become UC students’ friend, going through the highs and lows of university life together.

Tentative Programme Schedule
(2024-25)

Date Events
Oct 2024 Mental Health First-aid Course
Nov 2024 Recruit New Student Ambassadors
28 Nov 2024 College Assembly - Ms. Cassie Lam's sharing on her CUHK Journey
Nov 2024 Dr. Dog Exam Visit @ UC
Late Dec 2024 or Jan 2025 2-day-1-night Training Camp
Jan to Jul 2025 Wellness Activity Planning and Organisation
Aug to Dec 2025 UC Fun Fair & Wellness Activities

Chum Chum

This is Chum Chum, a chameleon that is very sensitive to emotions and changes color according to its surroundings. It is also the mascot of UChum.