Treasures & Moments
Recent Activities of HKBU Century Club
HKBU Century Club Attends a Workshop Designed by Paris Paralympic Silver Medalist Student Chan Ho-yuen
Representatives of HKBU Century Club and attending guests pose for a group photo.
On 3 November, HKBU Century Club, led by alumna Dr Marianna Tsang (Secretarial Management), Patron and President of the Club, participated in a workshop titled “Lost & Found”. The workshop was organised by the Leadership Qualities Centre of the Office of Student Affairs and designed by student Chan Ho-yuen (Physical Education and Recreation Management), a silver medalist in the Badminton Men’s Singles WH2 event at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Attending Century Club members included Patrons alumnus Professor Dickson Shang (Business Management) and alumnus Wong Nga-chung (Business Management), as well as member alumnus Professor Bernard Wu (Accounting). The event aimed to immerse participants in the unique challenges faced by people with disabilities, allowing them an opportunity for self-reflection and growth, while forstering a culture of diversity and inclusivity. Attending alumni shared that the experience deepened their understanding and appreciation of people with disabilities.
Attending guests and students enjoy this meaningful event.
HKBU Century Club and HKBU Alumni Theatre Stage Drama Performance Border Town in Macau
Performers and the production team take a group photo on stage.
HKBU Century Club and HKBU Alumni Theatre successfully staged the drama performance Border Town at the Academic Community Hall last year. The production team collaborated with Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) to stage the performance at MUST’s Grand Auditorium on 24 October. The event was supported by the Cultural and Sports Development Office of MUST and the HKBU Alumni Association of Macau. The Art Troupe of MUST also participated in the performance and production.
The performance aimed to enhance the literary appreciation of university students in Macau, spread positive energy within society, and foster cultural exchange in the Greater Bay Area. The captivating performance attracted a full house.
Alumnus Paul Pang, President of HKBU Alumni Association of Macau (third from left), attends the drama performance to show his support. He poses for a photo with Patron and President of the Club alumna Dr Marianna Tsang (second from left) and Patron and Vice-President of the Club alumna Esther Wong (second from right).
HKBU Century Club Stages Drama Performance Malan Flower Blooms with HKBU Alumni Theatre and Co-organises a Seminar with HKBU Department of Physics
Members of the performing and production teams pose for a group photo.
HKBU Century Club (The Club) and HKBU Alumni Theatre were invited by Hong Kong Coalition to produce and perform a drama Malan Flower Blooms, which was successfully staged from 4 to 6 October at the Jockey Club Auditorium, Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The drama depicts the story of Mr Deng Jiaxian, a Chinese theoretical physicist and nuclear physicist named as the “Patron of the Two Bombs and One Star” by the Chinese government.
The premiere of the show was held on 4 October. The show was graced by the presence of Mr Tam Yiu-chung, Secretary-General of Hong Kong Coalition; alumnus Professor Simon Ho (Sociology), President of The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong; senior management of HKBU including Mr Paul Poon, Deputy Chairman of the Council and the Court of HKBU; Professor Martin Wong, Provost; Dr Albert Chau; Vice-President (Teaching and Learning), and Ms Christine Chow, Vice-President (Administration) and Secretary; Honorary University Fellows including alumni Professor James Tsien (Business Management), Professor Sunny Wong (Business Management) and Wong Nga-chung (Business Management); Professor Nagar Lai, Entrepreneur Committee member of HKBU Foundation; alumna Dr Marianna Tsang (Secretarial Management), Patron and President of the Club; alumnus Kent Tsui (Communication), Past President/Ex-officio Director of the Club; alumna Yoki Chan (Secretarial Management), Vice-President of the Club; alumnus Ip Ka-po (Communication), Vice-President of the Club; alumna Agnes Wong (Business Management), Patron and Vice-President of the Club; alumna Esther Wong (Geography; Social Work), Patron and Vice-President of the Club; alumnus William Lu (Communication), Treasurer of the Club; Directors of the Club including alumnus Samuel Lau (Economics), alumna Jeanny Ng (Translation) and alumnus Dr Paul Yu (Communication), and a number of alumni, HKBU staff and guests.
To further explore the theme of the drama, the Club also co-organised a seminar titled “Explore the importance of energy development to current and future society” with the Department of Physics on 22 November, aiming to deepen participants’ understanding of the importance of energy plays in our everyday lives and society. Alumnus Dr Martin Ma (Green Energy and Smart Technology), Lecturer of the Department of Physics, served as the keynote speaker and shared insights into current and prospective developments in green energy within China, covering topics such as solar energy, wind energy, and hydrogen energy.
Dr Marianna Tsang expresses sincere appreciation to the honorable guests and supporters.
Attending guests and alumni extend their congratulations to the production team for a successful performance.
Attending alumni and guests pose for a group photo.
Alumnus Dr Martin Ma gives a talk.
