CityUHK signs MoU with Beijing Galaxy Intelligence Learning Technology to promote digital transformation in higher education
City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Beijing Galaxy Intelligence Learning Technology (GalaxyIL) on 28 August to jointly promote the integration of research and teaching, advance digital learning development, and shape the future of the global learning environment.
The MoU was signed by Professor Lee Chun-sing, Provost and Deputy President of CityUHK, and Dr Wang Zhuo, CEO of GalaxyIL. The two parties will engage in in-depth collaboration in research and education, co-organise cross-regional exchanges, and academic and research activities, and broaden students’ horizons in internationalisation, innovation, and digitalisation.
Professor Lee stated that CityUHK is committed to integrating cutting-edge technology into higher education, thus providing students with the necessary resources and expertise to drive digital learning transformation. He highlighted that the establishment of the Institute of Future Learning in August this year will further promote a learning-centric education model and incorporate the four I’s – institutional, inspirational, interactive, and innovative learning – into CityUHK teaching and learning activities. CityUHK aims to provide more student-centric education, where students gain not just a degree, but a comprehensive education experience.
Mr Chen Lin, Founder of GalaxyIL, highlighted that the collaboration will offer advisory services and technical support, utilising various innovative technologies to facilitate CityUHK’s development in research and education. He expressed enthusiasm for the partnership and looked forward to jointly exploring the deep application of digital technologies to revolutionise the learning experience.
In addition, Mr Chen accepted an invitation from the College of Computing to serve as an Adjunct Professor. Professor Wang Jianping, Dean of the College of Computing, expressed confidence that Mr Chen’s expertise in computational science would nurture industry talent and strengthen the University’s ties with the professional community.
CityUHK representatives attending the signing ceremony included Miss Maggie Chau, Vice-President (Administration); Professor Ray Cheung Chak-chung, Associate Provost (Digital Learning) and Director of the Institute of Future Learning; Professor Gerhard Hancke, Director of the Talent and Education Development Office, and the Department of Computer Science; Professor Tsui Lik-hang, Associate Director of the Talent and Education Development Office, and the Department of Chinese and History; and Professor Song Linqi, from the Department of Computer Science.