The University of Hong Kong officially launched its Centenary Celebrations today (January 9) in the HKU 100 Kick-Off Ceremony. Over 4,000 students, staff, alumni together with their families, residents from the neighbourhood and community centres joined the kick-off ceremony, parade and carnival in the Stanley Ho Sports Centre.
The University's Centenary Celebrations, which will last for two years, was launched by the officiating guests in the kick-off ceremony. The Ceremony was followed by a parade by 2,000 students, staff and alumni, showcasing the University's diversity. Participants also enjoyed a joyous family day with their families in the picnic and carnival.
For more photos and details of HKU Centenary Celebrations, please visit: https://100.hku.hk/
For media enquiries, please contact: Ms Trinni Choy (Assistant Director (Media), Communications and Public Affairs Office) tel: 2859 2606 email: pychoy@hku.hk or Ms Melanie Wan (Manager (Media), Communications and Public Affairs Office) tel: 2859 2600 email: melwkwan@hku.hk
 HKU Centenary Celebrations kicked off by officiating guests |
 A grand group photo with 4,000 participants, marking the historic launch of the Centenary Celebrations |
 HKU Centenary Celebrations kicked off by officiating guests |
 4,000 HKU Community members at the historic launch of the Centenary Celebrations |
 Officiating guests include HKU Pro-Chancellor Dr the Hon David K P Li, HKU Council Chairman Dr the Honourable Leong Che-hung, former HKU Council Chairman Dr Victor K K Fung and HKU Vice –Chancellor Professor Lap-Chee Tsui |
 with Knowledge, Heritage and Service |
 Staff and students parade with costumes and props |
 Staff and students parade with costumes and props |
 Participants enjoy a family day in the picnic area |
 HKU celebrates its Centenary |
