02 APR 2016 ISSUE 2
Cultural Fun @ i-LOUNGE (April 2016)

Three more global engagement events will be held before end of this academic year. Let's check-in Hong Kong, Europe and Central America at i-LOUNGE in April!

Modern War and Conflict in Europe

Date

8 April 2016 (Friday)

Time

6:30 – 8:30 pm

Content

In this session, we will talk about two conflicts in Europe. The Yugoslav Wars (1991-2001), Europe's deadliest conflict since World War II; and the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict where the internationally recognized Ukrainian territory of Crimea was annexed by the Russian Federation on 18 March 2014.

 

Domestic Helper behind the Scenes

Date

12 April 2016 (Tuesday)

Time

6:30 – 8:30 pm

Content

Every Sunday and public holiday, we can see countless domestic helpers occupying the sidewalk, chatting, sharing food and playing cards… Who are they? What is their story and what made them leaving their families and going to HK? What are the challenges and possibilities for these domestic helpers in HK?

 

Central America: Past, Present, Future

Date

14 April 2016 (Thursday)

Time

6:30 – 8:30 pm

Content

In this cultural session, Juan Carlos from Costa Rica will share with us some special features of his home country and the region of Central America. How is the region being influenced by colonial rule and what challenges is it facing? What will be the future for this beautiful but poverty stricken part of the world?

 

Registration:

https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=1507232

(Limited quota! First come, first served!)

 

Enquiry

Tel: 3943 7945

E-mail: isso@cuhk.edu.hk

i-LOUNGE: 3/F Yasumoto International Academic Park (YIA)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES
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20th ASEF Summer University through China, Mongolia and Russian Federation
Call for Nominations/ Entries of Mobile Apps Projects for Cyberport mYouth Mobile App Code Jam Competition
Cultural Exposure to Fujian
Hong Kong Tertiary Military Training Camp
KCC Elite Development Programme for the New Century 2016
Save the date for Swim for Millions 2016 - Sunday 30 October
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CULTURAL DIVERSITY
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Booking i-LOUNGE for Your Cultural Activities
CLOVER Roving Exhibition on Campus
Cultural Fun @ i-LOUNGE (April 2016)
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NON-LOCAL STUDENTS
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Closing Ceremony of Mentorship Programme for Mainland Students
CUHK Host Family Programme Reunion Dinner
Sharing Sessions for Mainland Undergraduates
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FUNDING SUPPORT
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Internationalization Activity Fund 2015-16
Sponsorship Programme on Promoting Understanding of Special Educational Needs (2015-16)
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LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME
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Activity under the Student Leader Training Scheme in April
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT
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2016 Beijing Zhongguancun Careers Day
Career Guidance Programmes and Recruitment Talks in April 2016
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STUDENT COUNSELLING
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Student Development Progamme
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DISABILITY SERVICES
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Arrangement of Support Services for Students with Disabilities
uShine SEN Service Team


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