26 AUG 2017 ISSUE 26
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES
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Hong Kong Explorer Series 2017

A series of on-campus and external visits will be organized for enhancing students' adjustment to the new life in CUHK and Hong Kong.

For enrollment details, please visit: www.cuhk.edu.hk/osa/lces/news.html

First Term (2017-18)

 

1.    Telling CUHK Stories (organized by I·CARE Centre for Whole-person Development)

The Chinese University of Hong Kong is well-known with its spectacular scenery, overlooking Tolo Harbour, our verdant campus has many historical stories behind. This year,  I·CARE Centre for Whole-person Development is going to launch several campus tours in September, emphasizing on social and civic engagement components of the life of CUHK students in the last decades.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

16 September 2017 (Saturday)

10:00 am12:00 nn

Mandarin

Free

21 September 2017 (Thursday)

2:304:30 pm

English

 

2.    Art Museum (CUHK)

Guided tour of 'History of Gold: Masterpieces from Shaanxi' exhibition.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

18 September 2017 (Monday)

11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Mandarin

Free

20 September 2017 (Wednesday)

3:30 - 4:30 pm

English

 

3.    Independent Learning Centre (CUHK)

Guided tour introducing the independent learning resources and various learning opportunities offered by the Independent Learning Centre.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

25 September 2017 (Monday)

2:00 - 2:30 pm

English

Free

26 September 2017 (Tuesday)

2:00 - 2:30 pm

Mandarin

 

4.    Hong Kong Museum of History

Guided tour of 'The Hong Kong Story' permanent exhibition and visiting the 'Longevity and Virtues: Birthday Celebrations of the Qing Emperors and Empress Dowagers' special exhibition.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

27 September 2017 (Wednesday)

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

English

Free

 

5.    Hong Kong Observatory

Guided tour introducing the history and work of Hong Kong Observatory, and understand how the weather forecast are made using meteorological instruments.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

25 October 2017 (Wednesday)

3:00 - 4:00 pm

Cantonese

Free

 

6.    Dialogue in the Dark Tour

In this specially constructed pitch-black exhibition, professionally trained visually-impaired tour guides lead the sighted to 'see' the world in a unique and inspirational way.

 

During the 75-minute tour, you will visit five different, authentic settings. Each environment has its own unique texture, sound, smell and even taste. Be prepared to have your senses heightened as you explore these foreign yet familiar places without the help of your eyes.

 

The dark exhibition is a unique and unforgettable journey that brings you not only excitement but also challenges your perception towards the visually-impaired, and towards the way you use your sense in your daily life.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

1 November 2017 (Wednesday)

10:45am  – 12:45 pm

Cantonese, English

$38 (Full-time student)

 

7.    Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Guided tour introducing the work of Hong Kong Monetary Authority, as well as the history and development of money and banking in Hong Kong.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

9 November 2017 (Thursday)

11:15 am - 12:30 pm

English

Free

 

8.    Hong Kong Legislative Council

Guided tour introducing the work of Legislature, the conference and education facilities in the Legislative Council Complex, together with learning activities.

 

Date

Time

Language

Activity Fee

13 November 2017 (Monday)

3:40 - 5:30 pm

English

Free

 

Limited quotas for students on a first-come, first-served basis and priority will be given to new students. Please register as soon as possible!

 

Confirmation e-mail will be sent to successful applicants.

 

Enquiry

 

Tel: 3943-1533

E-mail: leos@cuhk.edu.hk

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FOR NEW STUDENTS
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First-year Student Survey 2017-18
Mental Health Talks for New Students 2017-2018
Walk-in Counselling Sessions for New Students 2017-2018
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES
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Hong Kong Explorer Series 2017
KDU 4th International Student Conference 2017
The Fifth National University Student Art Exhibition
uShine SEN Service Team (2017-18) – Volunteer Recruitment
University YMCA (CUHK) Project
國民教育沙田區委員會 – 「自在天然味 農耕作印記」系列活動
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CULTURAL DIVERSITY
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CUHK Host Family Programme 2017-18
Cultural Fun@i-LOUNGE - Broaden Your Imagination towards the World
Internationalization Events Online Platform
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NON-LOCAL STUDENTS
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Off-campus Housing Information Service
Reminders for Non-local Students about Study Visa
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FUNDING SUPPORT
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UGC Block Grant Student Activities
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CAREER DEVELOPMENT
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Career Guidance Programmes and Recruitment Talks in August and September 2017
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DISABILITY SERVICES
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Arrangement of Support Services for Students with Disabilities
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REMINDERS
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Inauguration Ceremony for Undergraduates 2017 and Suspension of Classes


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