Gateway to learning: Hong Kong Polytechnic University unveils new landmark and celebrates its 85th anniversary
- Chief Executive John Lee attended along with community leaders and alumni to mark the occasion
- PolyU aims to use its position as a world-class research institution to help Hong Kong develop as an I&T hub
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Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) commemorated its 85th anniversary with the unveiling of its new landmark main entrance by Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu.
Lee was joined by Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki, Zhang Zhihua, director general of the youth department of the liaison office of the Central People’s Government, and Carlson Tong, chairman of the University Grants Committee, as well as alumni Dr Lam Tai-fai, council chairman of PolyU, and Professor Teng Jin-guang, president of PolyU. Also attending were about 600 business and community leaders, supporters, partners and members of the university community.
PolyU says the new landmark entrance – which blends the university’s iconic red-brick style with classic colonnade features – reflects the collective memories of its heritage and its pride in the achievements of its students and alumni, many of whom have gone on to become industry leaders in Hong Kong and beyond.
The university says its development into an internationally recognised university with world-class research has contributed to Hong Kong’s development as a global city, adding that its continuous pursuit of excellence with world-class research and a commitment to making positive social impacts has played a key role in its journey of education and research over its 85-year history.
Lee said PolyU has been keeping up with the pace of society as it advances its developments in education and innovation. “PolyU has been an instrumental force in driving the scientific research and innovation development of Hong Kong, as well as for China.”
