HKU Horizons

📣 Calling all HKU students (and interdisciplinary minds)!

This summer, step out of the classroom and into a real-life impact project in rural China.

🛠️ 2026 Summer Workshop Interdisciplinary Capacity Building in an Aging Cave Village — Building Household Toilets —

📅 Workshop Dates: 4 – 17 July 2026 (2 weeks)
Location: Zhoushan Village (周山村), Henan Province

Who can join?
Interdisciplinary students (Architecture, Engineering, Medicine, Business, Social Sciences, Arts, Sciences — total ~35 people). Open to HKU and beyond!

Work hand-in-hand with local craftsmen and villagers to design and build tailor-made, sustainable household toilets — tackling a long-standing rural sanitation challenge through participatory design and local materials. )

What’s in store? Here’s the schedule & what you’ll learn:
• 4–5 July (2 days) – Learning from Villagers
• 6–8 July (3 days) – Testing Skills with Craftsmen
• 9–15 July (7 days) – Building with Craftsmen
• 16–17 July (2 days) – Sharing & Reflection

What you’ll gain:
✅Leadership skills in team-work
✅Deepen cultural-social-economic-environmental knowledge about community sustainable development
✅Hands-on making and design skill
✅Critical thinking about practicing in the real-world
✅ Optional 2 academic credits (1000 words of reflection needs to be submitted at the end of workshop.)

Special support for HKU undergraduates: HKD 2,500 transportation + HKD 2,500 accommodation/facility support from the Gallant Ho Experiential Learning Fund. All construction costs covered.

Workshop led by: Asst. Prof. Kuo Jze Yi (Department of Architecture, HKU & Principal Investigator, Local Practice)

Organised by: Gallant Ho Experiential Learning Centre (HKU), Department of Architecture (HKU), Local Practice (HKU), and Zhoushan Community

Watch the village & accommodation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfXFzi98y0c
Watch the craftsmen in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i59QTZvwx64

How to apply: Scan the QR code on the poster or fill in the Google Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe59VchG1ZqQlo7yh115MXPTBw2VQUE-buzDqn_nAVtIcGJLg/viewform?usp=header

Spots are limited — don’t miss this unique opportunity!

🌟Kudos to Project Mingde Participating Students - Future builders shining bright!🌟

We are thrilled to announce the recognition of five outstanding students at the 2nd Lo Pan Award Ceremony for their remarkable contributions to Project Mingde! 🌟

On November 20, 2025, the Faculty of Engineering, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Construction Association (HKCA), hosted the prestigious ceremony at the MSc Student Commons. This event not only celebrated these exemplary students but also highlighted an internationally recognized, student-led architectural project!

Dean Prof. David Srolovitz and HKCA President Mr. Simon Liu honored the legacy of Lo Pan and the aspiring leaders of the construction industry.

This year’s well-deserved awardees are:
🏆 Mr. Jakie Yu
🏆 Ms. Man Kwun Po
🏆 Mr. Wilson Wu
🏆 Mr. Ryan Tsang
🏆 Mr. Hayden Ng

A special commendation goes to Mr. Wilson Wu, who earned this honor for the second time and generously announced his decision to donate his prize money to the Project Mingde Student Association, supporting future students. That’s true leadership! 🙌

Congratulations to all the awardees – your dedication and passion are truly shaping the future! 🎉

🌟 Unlock Your Potential as a Global Leader! 🌟

Are you an ambitious HKU undergraduate ready to supercharge your research and leadership skills? Join the prestigious HKU Laidlaw Scholars Programme, generously funded by Lord Laidlaw of Rothiemay and embedded at top universities like Cambridge, Oxford, UCL, Duke, MIT and more! Since 2018, it has empowered nearly 180 HKU students with life-changing opportunities at HKU and elite partners—including UCL, University of St Andrews, Leeds, and excitingly for AY2025-26, Switzerland‘s EPFL! 🌍🔬

This fully funded scholarship spans two summers. In the first summer, students will dive into a 6-week research project with a faculty supervisor of your choice, plus a weekly stipend to fuel your discoveries. In the second summer, students may embark on a leadership expedition, applying your skills to real-world challenges and supporting disadvantaged communities.

📅 Mark your calendar: Information session via Zoom on Nov 25, 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm. Register now! (Application link: https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?ueid=103817)

📝 Application deadline: February 20, 2026, 12:00 noon

👉 For more details and to apply, visit: https://tl.hku.hk/horizons/laidlaw/

Don’t miss this chance to grow as a leader and researcher — apply today!

🌏 Discover Cambodia: Service, Culture & Adventure 🇰🇭

📅 29 Dec 2025 – 12 Jan 2026
📍 Phnom Penh & Siem Reap
💰 A subsidy of HKD 5,000 is available to all full-time HKU undergraduates.

HKU students - this is your chance to go beyond the classroom and experience a journey of impact, learning, and connection.

Supported by the Gallant Ho Experiential Learning Fund and delivered in partnership with Foundation for Shared Impact () & Experiential Learning Asia (), this 15-day program invites you to:

💪Create Impact – Work alongside local communities to build safe learning spaces and lead interactive workshops for local students focused on hygiene and wellbeing. See your contribution come to life as you connect, collaborate, and make a tangible difference.

🌿Learn Deeply – Connect with local changemakers and university peers to explore Cambodia’s spirit of innovation, resilience, and plans for the future.

🎭Explore Culture – From Angkor Wat at sunrise to authentic Khmer cooking and the Phare Circus — experience Cambodia in all its colour and depth.

💡Grow Personally – Develop teamwork, empathy, leadership, and global awareness through hands-on learning that transforms perspectives for life.

✨A meaningful way to spend your winter break — combining service, culture, and real connection.

🔗Learn more and sign-up at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyzti0uSgglc8Btr-ROMgNSnLOIX4J-uoWBU5fH98f523lrA/viewform?usp=preview

Calling all HKU students, especially if you are passionate about research, curious about global issues, and eager to develop as ethical leaders!

🌟 Join Us at the HKU Laidlaw Scholars Programme Annual Poster Session! 🌟

✨ Grab this awesome opportunity to learn about inspiring research findings and our scholars’ contributions to global challenges in Boston, France, Mexico, Taiwan and Uganda. ✨

📅 Date: October 24, 2025 (Friday)
🕰️ Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Foyer, Chi Wah Learning Commons, Centennial Campus

Sign up now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdxZs4ZSi-yAEVflqJ-Jzrt2bKz64mbWWlnGgMFL5CJoQWr7w/viewform?usp=dialog

🙌🏻 We hope to see you there! 🙌🏻

📣Get -ready for your academic success in HKU: Enroll in “Introduction to Research Methods”📣

🚀 Ready to kickstart your university life and succeed in your upcoming academic journey?

👉🏻 👉🏻 Enroll now in our “Introduction to Research Methods (2025–2026)” — an online course designed to equip you with essential research knowledge and skills.

Key benefits:
✅Develop your research skills and conduct research with different methodologies
✅Earn yourself one out-of-classroom academic credit upon completion
✅Prepare yourself for joining the Undergraduate Research Programme – Eureka in your second year (For details: https://eureka.hku.hk/)

🌟 🌟No prior knowledge is needed for the course!
🌟 🌟All Year 1 students are pre-enrolled — 🖥️just login to your HKU Portal and get started!

🔗More information about the course: https://fri.hku.hk/online-modules/
📧Email us at [email protected] for any questions

📣Get -ready for your academic success in HKU: Enroll in “Introduction to Research Methods”📣

🎉 Welcome HKU Year 1 Students! 🎉
🚀 Ready to kickstart your university life and succeed in your upcoming academic journey?
👉🏻 👉🏻 Enroll now in our “Introduction to Research Methods (2025–2026)” — an online course designed to equip you with essential research knowledge and skills.

Key benefits:
✅Develop your research skills and conduct research with different methodologies
✅Earn yourself one out-of-classroom academic credit upon completion
✅Prepare yourself for joining the Undergraduate Research Programme – Eureka in your second year (For details: https://eureka.hku.hk/)

🌟 🌟No prior knowledge is needed for the course!
🌟 🌟All Year 1 students are pre-enrolled — 🖥️just login to your HKU Portal and get started!
🔗More information about the course: https://fri.hku.hk/online-modules/
📧Email us at [email protected] for any questions

🎉Calling all HKU Students!🎉

🌟Expand your horizons and develop your leadership skills with the HKU-Common Purpose Leadership Development Programme in Winter 2025!🌟

📆From 22 December, 2025 to 16 January, 2026, join us on an unforgettable journey in the vibrant cities of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (https://tl.hku.hk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/HKU-Common-Purpose-Leadership-Development-Programme-KL.pdf)- one of the Asia's fastest-growing cities! Immerse yourself in this transformative experience designed exclusively for HKU students like you.🌎

💡Boost your Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and gain essential skills for excelling in cross-cultural teams. But it's not just about learning - it's about exploring a new city, connecting with industry leaders, and gaining profound insights into the ever-changing world of work.🏙

💼Engage in authentic projects within organizations, putting your skills to the test in real-world scenarios. Plus, receive HK$5,000 to support airfare, accommodation, and in-country costs.💰

📸Want a sneak peek? Check out the photos and videos from previous cohorts on our programme website: https://tl.hku.hk/horizons/ldp/.

By joining this program, you'll:
✅Develop Cultural Intelligence (CQ) skills
✅Practice inter-cultural collaboration through partnerships
✅Explore innovative organizational practices
✅Learn critical skills for future success
✅Discover the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
✅Enhance your ability to work in diverse teams and environments
✅Gain access to leading organizations in Kuala Lumpur through project ex*****on

⏰Applications are now open until 23:59 of October 3, 2025. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

⚡️⚡️Application form is available here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpJqK6AihVZBf2EcSk4xXAZK-fa6qQYL3gkhLHIdtXQB1EYg/viewform

🌎Expand your horizons, unleash your potential, and embark on an unforgettable adventure with the HKU-Common Purpose Leadership Development Programme!🌟

📖📝Learning beyond Hong Kong🇭🇰 has long been a key feature of undergraduate education at HKU. The Horizons Office🌎 supports the University’s endeavor by collaborating🤝 with community partners, university partners, and business organisations around the world to offer co-curricular activities and experiential learning programmes.

🙌🙌Join us to 👀👀explore the world through cultural excursions, leadership training, research internships, and community-in-action projects. We also provide 💵financial support to help make these experiences accessible to you.

👍❤️Follow us for the latest updates, so you won’t miss out on any of these incredible opportunities!

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📖📝境外學習一直是🇭🇰香港大學本科教育的重要特色。香港大學境外學習規劃及拓展處(HKU Horizons Office) 🌎通過與全球的社區夥伴、大學合作夥伴和商業組織合作🤝，提供課外活動和體驗式學習項目。學生透過參與文化考察、領導能力培訓、研究實習和社區項目，學生從中👀👀探索世界，將知識靈活運用在現實生活層面。🙌🙌我們還提供各種活動資助💵，以幫助學生獲取這些寶貴體驗。👍❤️請關注我們以獲取最新活動資訊！

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📣📣📣Calling all final-year students to put your skills and knowledge to use for a meaningful cause through the Hong Kong Project📣📣📣

While taking a 6-credit capstone course, you will work in groups of FOUR to SIX students from different faculties to explore key social issues and create impactful solutions.

👍👍Key benefits:
1️⃣ Earn six credits towards your degree.
2️⃣ Develop skills fit for future-ready graduates, including teamwork, communication, project management, leadership, innovation, and research.
3️⃣ Learn from coaching by and discussions with industry experts and academic supervisors.
4️⃣ Forge deeper collaborations among community partners, academics, and students of the university.

‼️ Projects from the following community partners are open for applications until August 18 (23:59):

Agewhale | Engineers Without Borders (Hong Kong) | Hong Kong Children’s Discovery Museum |
Mighty Oaks Foundation | Praxis (HK) | Project Futurus

👉👉For more details, please visit https://tl.hku.hk/horizons/hkp/. To submit an online application, please visit https://shorturl.at/v6xjk.