The BUddy Post – HKBU Alumni Affairs Office

Congratulations to alumnus Philip Tsai (Accounting), former Chairman of Deloitte China, has recently been appointed by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China as a member of the Legal Aid Services Council for a term of two years with effect from 1 September 2026.

Alumnus Professor William Leung Wing-cheung (English Language & Literature) currently serves as Chairman of the Legal Aid Services Council.

Mrs Virginia Yim Tsui Yuk-shan (Honorary University Fellow) has been appointed by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China as a member of Elderly Commission for a term of two years with effect from 30 July 2026. Congratulations to Mrs Yim!

Mr Ma Fung-kwok (Honorary University Fellow) will be conferred Honorary Fellowship by Lingnan University, in recognition of his outstanding achievements and dedicated service to the community. The Honorary Awards Ceremony will be held on 8 October 2026. Congratulations to Mr Ma!

Alumnus Irons Sze (Chemistry) will be conferred Honorary Fellowships by Lingnan University and The Education University of Hong Kong, in recognition of his outstanding achievements and dedicated service to education and the community. The Honorary Awards Ceremonies will be held on 8 October and 22 October 2026, respectively. Congratulations to alumnus Sze!

Alumna Dr Marianna Tsang (Secretarial Management), Patron and Past President/Ex-officio Director of HKBU Century Club, was recently appointed Honorary President of three associations, namely Hong Kong Greater China SME Alliance Association, the Hong Kong Association of Senior Citizens Limited and Yau Tsim Mong Women Association. Her appointments reflect her dedication and contributions to the community as well as her professional achievements. Congratulations to alumna Dr Tsang!

With profound sadness, the University mourns the passing of Ms Kitty Lun Kit-ying, renowned advertising veteran and recipient of HKBU’s Distinguished Alumni Award. Ms Lun passed away on 31 August 2026, at the age of 71.

Lauded as the “Queen of Public Service Advertising in Hong Kong”, Ms Lun was the creative mastermind behind numerous household advertising campaigns. She has irrevocably transformed the advertising industry with her brilliant genius, unrivalled vision and exemplary leadership. Born and raised in Hong Kong, Ms Lun graduated from the communication programme at HKBU. She then completed her Master’s degree at New York’s Syracuse University, before joining numerous award-winning global agencies and gaining a reputation as a legendary advertising titan. 

Over the years, Ms Lun channelled her passion and creative flair into creating countless masterpieces of ingenuity. Some of her best-known works include public service campaigns such as the compelling television advertising series for Hong Kong’s Independent Commission Against Corruption, and the campaign themed “Life Has No Take 2” for Hong Kong’s youth crime prevention initiative. 

Apart from her unparalleled contributions to the global advertising industry, Ms Lun has been highly recognised by her alma maters. In 2008, she was awarded the HKBU Distinguished Alumni Communicator Award (Public Relations, Advertising and Communication Category), and in 2015 she was named one of the 50 most accomplished alumni of S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications of Syracuse University. In 2018, she was honoured with HKBU’s Distinguished Alumni Award. 

Speaking to the graduating students at the School of Communication’s Commencement ceremony in June this year, Ms Lun inspired the audience with a powerful message about safeguarding the communicator’s vital role and the value of the human experience in an AI-driven era. She reminded students that the School’s motto, “Truth is Virtue” (唯真為善), is not just a slogan on the wall; in a world drowning in digital noise, it is a young communicator’s competitive edge. Ms Lun’s wisdom and conviction will no doubt continue to illuminate young minds as they begin new chapters of their own.

Fondly remembered and sorely missed by friends and all those whose lives she touched, Ms Lun’s vibrant spirit, zest for life, and creative legacy will live on through her timeless work.  

The University community would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to Ms Lun’s family, friends and colleagues. Her lasting impact on Hong Kong’s creative industry will remain a source of inspiration and be remembered with profound awe and respect.

The University is deeply saddened by the passing of legendary film producer Ms Shi Nan-sun, who passed away on 13 July 2026, at the age of 75.

Over the years, Ms Shi created countless household heroes and heroines on screen, and nurtured generations of emerging film talents. A true heroine in real life, she transformed Hong Kong’s film industry with her sharp market sensibility, ingenious discernment and unwavering commitment. With a distinguished career spanning decades of excellence, Ms Shi rightfully earned the respect of the public and international film industry alike. 

One of the most revered veteran producers in the region, Ms Shi played a pivotal role in strengthening the international stature of Hong Kong cinema and also successfully championing the advancement of Chinese films on the global stage. Her work helped usher in the Golden Era of Hong Kong cinema in the 1980s and sustained its influence for decades. She later held senior roles at companies including Media Asia and Bona Film Group, and served on the Hong Kong Film Development Council. Her dedication to expanding Chinese cinema’s global reach earned her numerous accolades.

As an Honorary University Fellow of HKBU, Ms Shi was one of the most influential and well-respected names in Hong Kong cinema. In her capacity as Honorary Consultant to the Academy of Film at HKBU, she spared no effort in cultivating young talent. The University shall remain indebted to her sage guidance and generosity of spirit in sharing her experience with our students and offering them invaluable internship opportunities. 

Ms Shi’s charismatic presence and exemplary contributions will be sorely missed by everyone who had the good fortune of knowing and working with her. 

The University community would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to Ms Shi’s family, friends and colleagues. Her unparalleled contribution to Hong Kong’s film industry and to the education sector will be remembered with enduring gratitude and admiration.

The University is deeply saddened by the passing of alumna Lillian Sze Ho-ying (Communication – Film and Media Arts) , an entertainment journalist, host, event emcee, and content creator, who left us on 21 June.

The University community would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to alumna Sze’s family.