International
Student
Orientation 2019

In view of the recent social unrest and turbulence in Hong Kong, our teachers from The School of Journalism and Communication have delivered lectures on media and information literacy to incoming new students. It is hoped that students could analyze different issues objectively.
Download lecture slides: A Short Lecture-Media and Information Literacy

Dear students,

Thank you for signing up for the International Student Orientation 2019. The International Student Orientation will take place from 20 August 2019 (Tuesday) to 24 August 2019 (Saturday) as scheduled.

Pick up shuttle bus service from the Hong Kong International Airport to Shaw College, the Chinese University of Hong Kong will be arranged. Please refer to the following table for details:

* please note that the departing time of the shuttle buses might vary due to traffic conditions and other unforeseeable situations such as extreme weather. Updates will be duly announced on the ISA International Freshman 2019 Facebook page (Click here for information).

In general, planes are the most common means of transport to Hong Kong. However, you may consider choosing another form if deemed more appropriate. Upon arrival, there are different ways to CUHK. You can find more details here: http://lces.osa.cuhk.edu.hk/non-local-services/tips/upon-arrival/

If you have any changes of plan to the International Student Orientation, please inform us at your earliest convenience.

In view of the current social situation in Hong Kong, the departments at CUHK have stepped up support services, providing assistance to students if needed. Details have been posted on this webpage (“News and Announcement”).

If there is any query, please contact the International Student Orientation 2019:

– Email: leos@cuhk.edu.hk
– Tel.: (852) 3943 7945

Office of Student Affairs
August 2019

A very warm welcome to The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)! With more than a quarter of its students being non-local and many from overseas, CUHK is a culturally diverse campus. CUHK is committed to embracing differences and developing mutual understanding and respect. The University has established policies to protect the rights of all students, including their right of expression, and welcomes rational and peaceful discussions or debates on diverse topics.

In the past two months, Hong Kong has experienced social unrest and turbulence. We have provided below specific advice for you to better prepare yourselves for your new life in Hong Kong and at CUHK.

Stay Alert
You should acquaint yourselves with the general background of the disputes in society, from different sources and media, and critically examine the arguments on all sides. Always stay rational and critical when processing the information you come across.

On our CUHK campus and in the public areas of Hong Kong, refrain from removing, destroying, or obscuring the contents of posted papers or posters. All students have the right to express their views in the designated areas on campus. If the posted content contravenes any ordinance or the principle of mutual respect or infringes on the privacy of others, a complaint may be lodged with the relevant offices (such as the Office of Student Affairs or the Colleges), and the University will handle the complaint according to established procedures.

The University senior management maintains regular and close contact with the student leaders of various groups, including local and non-local, undergraduate and postgraduate students. If necessary, the University is ready and prepared to arrange dialogues between different groups of students so that they can exchange and learn from different views on any issue of concern or particular incident. Stay connected with the University for any updates by checking your campus email regularly.

Under all circumstances, remember to take note of the following:

• Avoid going to or staying in any high risk area
• Be vigilant on what goes on around you and stay highly alert at all times
• Stay calm should any disturbance or change of circumstances arise
• Leave the place at once should there be escalation of the level of disturbance

Students who plan to participate in any activity organized by any party or group should always consider their own safety first, and also comply with the laws and regulations of Hong Kong.

Supportive Measures Provided by CUHK
In response to the recent events of social unrest, the University has stepped up its support to students.

Emotional wellness support services have been enhanced to address the needs of students affected by changes in their environment or specific incidents. Same-day counselling services for emergency cases will be provided by the Wellness and Counselling Centre (WACC) of the Office of Student Affairs. Students can also use the 24-hour Emotional Support Hotline (852) 5400 2055 if needed.

The CUHK Security Office has also enhanced its service, including Control Room service and patrolling of campus public areas. For emergency, students can contact the CUHK Security Office for assistance.

Please note that the University is committed to provide shelter for all students who seek support and assistance regardless of the circumstances. If you need help, please contact the following units for assistance:

Note: Undergraduate students may also seek advice and assistance from their Colleges.

August 2019
Office of Student Affairs

Dear students,

Various types of telephone fraud has risen recently, fraudsters were intimidating, issuing instructions in a way that many believed they are government officials/ dealing with the police. Scenarios like the individual’s account was being frozen or used for money laundering activities, or that parcels/ documents sent by the individual were in custody were presented; befuddled with the provision of the individual’s particulars, the fraudsters then tricked that individual into parting with money or disclosing personal information, e.g. bank account number and password details.

We hereby alert you to be watchful on suspected telephone frauds. Stay calm and verify the caller’s identity would be helpful, if in doubt. Most importantly, personal information, e.g. bank account number and password details, should be kept strictly confidential and not to be disclosed to anyone. Last but not least, do NOT deposit any money to bank account instructed by the fraudsters. Law enforcement agents in Hong Kong/ the Mainland will never request ATM/ Internet banking passwords nor any money to prove your innocence.

You may report any suspected case to the Police Force at Ma On Shan Station on 3661 1700; or call 999 for any emergency. For more information of telephone deception and advice from the Hong Kong Police, please visit: www.police.gov.hk/ppp_en/04_crime_matters/adcc.

Learning and Cultural Enhancement Section
Office of Student Affairs

Please click HERE.

Please fill in the online enrolment form by 12 August 2019 12:00noon:
https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=7497505.