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According to the World Health Organisation, “health” refers to “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Are there any fast rules for a healthy life?

Find out on 17 April at the “CityU Alumni Forum: Journey to a Healthy Life” 《忙碌以外 健康至上》where Ms Elisa Chan （陳潔靈小姐）and Dr Ko Wing Man, BBS, JP（高永文醫生）will share how to pursue a healthy lifestyle amidst hectic schedules. Our alumna Ms Annie Chiang （蔣慧瑜小姐）will be the forum facilitator. Seats are limited, so REGISTER on or before 4 April to enjoy the early-bird rate.

The Alumni Relations Office (ARO) successfully held four reunions for non-local alumni in February – in the cities of Shenzhen (18th), Brisbane (23rd), Sydney (25th) and Melbourne (26th). Once again the gatherings demonstrated the close kinship and shared experiences of so many CityU graduates that bond us wherever we might settle in the world.

Special thanks go to our enthusiastic non-local alumni ambassadors for supporting the University’s international alumni networks, and in particular offering support to newly-arrived alumni and exchange students.

ARO is planning the next alumni reunion in Beijing in the evening of 26 May (Saturday). So if you’re in the region, please mark your diary and encourage your fellow alumni in Beijing and neighbouring cities to do the same! More details will be available soon at ARO homepage.

Throughout the years, CityU has been a cradle for talents across a diverse range of disciplines. From this issue onwards, your monthly e-newsletter will feature a new column called 輕描淡寫 to showcase the talents and versatility of CityU alumni. Such works include photography, writings and comics that express creativity, appreciation for humanities and observation of daily life. We hope the creations of each talented alumnus, whose works will be featured in three consecutive issues, will strike a chord among readers and inspire us to see things from a refreshing perspective amid the hustle and bustle of city life. Check out the photography from Joseph Tsoi (BA (Hons) Business Studies (1994)) in this new column.

Alumni are invited to join us to welcome in the Chinese New Year at Shenzhen Alumni Reunion on 18 February 2012 (Saturday, 6:30 pm) at The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen. Themed as “In Celebration of the Year of the Dragon”, the fun-filled reunion will feature an array of colourful highlights including the presence of University President Professor Way Kuo who will share some exciting prospects of the University. There will also be a talent show, interactive games, lucky draw and “Best Dressed Contest”. Seats are limited, and to enjoy the early bird rate, REGISTER now.

For those who are further afield in Australia, don’t miss our reunions at Brisbane and Sydney on 23 and 25 February 2012 respectively.  These are special occasions where alumni can expand networks, learn updates of University’s development and meet with CityU exchange students.  Alumni and their family members are welcome to join.  Check out the details HERE.

It’s been a year since the Convocation set up its Convocation Facebook Fan Page, and it continues to grow. The Page has become a virtual hub where fellow alumni, whether they are in Hong Kong or further afield, can stay connected with the Convocation, read about upcoming events and learn the latest news about the University and Convocation. You can also relive the joyful moments of Convocation activities in the photo album, and maybe you can even find your former classmates in our photos! For those who are eco-conscious, don’t forget to share your green tips across the alumni community through our Fan Page.  If you still haven’t joined us yet, act NOW.  We hope you will “LIKE” it!

Three outstanding alumni – Dilys Chau Suet-fung, David Hui Yip-wing and Dr Raymond Leung Siu-hong – have been honoured with the Distinguished Alumni Award, presented at the 2^nd biennial award ceremony on 13 October.  The Award is designed to recognise and publicly honour outstanding alumni for their remarkable achievements and contributions to their professions, CityU and the community.  Learn more about the Award recipients and the ceremony HERE.

Dear CityU Runners,

City University of Hong Kong will once again organize a delegation to participate in the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2012 to be held on 5 February 2012 with the objectives of promoting CityU as a healthy university and strengthening unity among the CityU community. The Delegation will include all staff & their dependants, students, and alumni and their dependants. We are honored to have our President, Professor Way KUO, to serve as Head of the CityU Delegation and lead our participants in the run.

CityU had successfully recruited 780 delegate members for the Marathon in 2011 and we aim to form a bigger delegation for next year’s race. If you are interested in joining the CityU Delegation, please visit the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2012 website at http://www.hkmarathon.com. The updated information and application details will be officially announced by HKAAA, the Organizer, on 3 October 2011. Please register online as soon as possible after the announcement as there are limited quotas for each race category and they will be filled up before the registration deadline.

After your registration for the race, you should submit your enrollment form for joining the CityU Delegation either through online enrollment or by fax or in person to the Physical Education Section at the Hu Fa Kuang Sports Centre on or before 18 November 2011.

For details about the CityU Delegation and enrollment procedures, please see attached information leaflet or visit our website at http://www.cityu.edu.hk/marathon.

We look forward to seeing you at the Marathon!

Organizing Committee for the CityU Delegation
Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon 2012
(Jointly organized by SDS, HRO, CDFO, ARO, MGT & CONVO)

Get tips to steer towards career goal at “Convocation Talk – Career Navigator” (Saturday, 24 Sep, 3pm)

Get tips on how to achieve your career goals at Convocation Talk – Career Navigator, being held at 3pm on 24 September (Saturday) on the campus. Embracing the caring spirit to nurture the next generation, the CityU Convocation is organising this seminar to help aspiring alumni navigate the labyrinth of the job market. The two key speakers are Dr Ricky Szeto Wing-fu (司徒永富博士), the Executive Director of Hung Fook Tong Holdings Ltd and CityU alumnus Mr Chris Chan (陳康成先生) (2004 BEng in Computer Engineering), a promising apps writer of the post-80s generation and founder of software development company IGPSD Ltd. They will share their experiences to offer advice and insights on steering towards career goals. Register now to attend the seminar! Those registered by 12 September will enjoy an early-bird discount rate at $50. Refreshment will be provided. Check out the details HERE.

A warm welcome to the class of 2011 for joining our alumni family of over 100,000 members! It’s time for a new chapter of your life and Alumni Relations Office (ARO) wishes you all the best in your endeavours ahead. To celebrate your accomplishment and ensure your strong tie with the alma mater will keep growing, we are here for you. Check out the website of Congregation Services to learn more about our alumni activities, services and exclusive offers available to 2011 graduates. Stay involved, stay in touch!

The interactive new column “扉閒一角” has been well received since its launch in January. With this platform, readers can vote for their preferences on a range of lifestyle and leisure topics. Some hot topics that we have covered include group purchase, gadgetry and travelling. Now you can also get involved by contributing ideas and topics for forthcoming issues. We would like to know more about your concerns, interests and how you see the world. Those we shortlist will be acknowledged with souvenirs. So put on your thinking cap now! Check out the details HERE.