The HKU SPACE Alumni celebrated its 20^th anniversary with a series of captivating events as part of Alumni Week 2024! Spanning from October to November, this occasion featured an array of enlightening talks, panel discussion, exclusive visit, and music festival ticket discounts, providing alumni with opportunities to explore self-improvement possibilities and create enduring memories together.

Industry leaders break the myths for you

The Alumni invited industry leaders and celebrities to deliver talks. The inaugural session, titled “Enduring Learning to Becoming a Nutritionist”, was presented by Ms Cindy Au, a distinguished alumna. Ms Au, who has enrolled on 13 courses at the School since 2006, embarked on her academic journey from scoring 5 points in the HKCEE. Through unwavering dedication, she earned her master's degree and established herself as a nutritionist. During her talk, she shared her learning journey, insights, and experiences with fellow alumni.

In light of global concerns regarding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues and sustainability, the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) introduced ESG reporting requirements in 2016 and that listed companies are required to disclose their ESG performance to enhance transparency and encourage the integration of ESG factors into corporate decision-making. In “Making Strides in ESG in the Logistics and Transport Industry”, industry leaders, including Professor Mak Chai-kwong, FCILT; Ms Margaret Cheng, Human Resources Director, MTRC; Ms Vicky Koo, FCILT, Global Chairperson, WiLAT and Director, Vizilog Asia Limited, and Mr Kenneth Law, CMILT, Program Manager, Spring HK, explained to our alumni how the transport and logistics sector can effectively embed ESG practices into their core strategies to elevate business performance.

Professor Chan Yan-chong, a renowned financial analyst and commentator, delivered a talk on “Global Economic Prospect for 2025”, offering alumni insights into the projected global economic landscape for 2025 to aid in understanding prevailing conditions and seizing opportunities.

All three talks and panel discussion were conducted concurrently through in-person attendance and live webcasts, garnering significant interest with over 300 real-time viewers and an overall viewing count of 15,000 by the end of November.

Embracing technology, enjoying music

In recent years, AI technology has emerged as a pivotal trend shaping the future trajectories of various industries. Since its inception, the Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM) has been dedicated to advancing logistics, supply chain management, and e-commerce in Hong Kong, alongside fostering innovation and technology. In early November, the Alumni visited the Centre to provide visitors with a deep understanding of the technological advancements and applications of AI in the logistics and transportation sector to stay abreast of contemporary developments.

Freespace Jazz Fest, an annual musical extravaganza in the city, returned with a stellar lineup and non-stop programme of great sounds. This year, alumni can enjoy an exclusive ticket offer, granting music enthusiasts and their families the opportunity to revel in the festival's vibrant ambiance and unwind from the stress of daily life.