Events
Consul General of Canada Visits City University of Hong Kong
Professor Wen Jung LI, Vice-President for Talent and International Strategy, together with Professor Jennifer LIN, Associate Vice-President (Global Strategy), Professor Steven WANG, Associate Vice-President (Resources Planning), and Ms Pheck Choo NG, Senior Director (Office of the President) & Director (Global Engagement Office), and Mr Carl TANG, Associate Director (Global Engagement Office) from CityUHK, welcomed Mr. Charles Edwin Reeves, Consul-General of Canada in Hong Kong and Macao, along with his delegation, including Ms. Laurel Rasmus, Consul, Ms. Janet Macphee, Vice Consul & Trade Commissioner and Ms. Jennifer Farquharson, Political Officer. The Consul General expressed admiration for CityUHK's internationalization efforts and highlighted its collaborations with various countries and cultural organizations. Recognizing the strong Canadian community in Hong Kong, CityUHK aims to enhance academic exchange programs with prestigious universities in Canada and organize cultural events and collaborations, fostering deeper ties between the two entities. CityUHK is also looking forward to the second visit of the Consul General of Canada.
CityUHK at NAFSA 2025: Exploring Global Educational Collaborations
Prof. Steven Wang, Associate Vice-President (Resources Planning), and Mr. Carl Tang, Associate Director of the Global Engagement Office (GEO), along with other GEO team members, participated in the NAFSA conference held in San Diego, USA.
The NAFSA conference served as a vital platform for CityUHK to enhance its visibility and foster collaboration with other universities in Hong Kong through the "Study in Hong Kong" session. This year, the government’s involvement highlighted the importance of exploring student exchange programmes and research collaborations, not only in the USA but also with other countries. Through these interactions, CityUHK aims to strengthen its commitment to global education and build valuable partnerships that benefit both students and institutions.
At the conference, Prof. Wang presented on the role of AI and technology in enhancing learning and integrating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the curricula at CityUHK. This highlighted the institution's commitment to innovative educational strategies.
Fostering Collaboration: A Visit from the University of Bologna, Italy
CityUHK welcomed Professor Raffaella Campaner, Vice Rector for International Relations from the Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna, Italy. Her visit was warmly received by Prof. Wen Jung Li, Vice-President (Talent and International Strategy). The purpose of the visit was to explore opportunities for collaboration between the two institutions. During the meeting, discussions centered on potential partnerships in research and student exchange programs, reflecting a mutual commitment to enhancing educational experiences.