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A generous donation from one of Hong Kong’s leading entrepreneurs marks the first scholarship specifically designated for HKUST’s Major + AI program, reinforcing the University’s mission to nurture talent with an interdisciplinary mindset and the ability to integrate AI across disciplines to solve real-world challenges.The visionary gift from Ms. Fiona CHEUNG, Chairman of Forest Zone Limited, will establish the “Fiona Cheung Scholarship”, to support high-achieving local students pursuing the Extended Major in Artificial Intelligence (Major + AI) program.A highly accomplished entrepreneur with diverse business interests, Ms. Cheung is profoundly committed to philanthropic ventures and education. Her distinguished track record of community contributions includes leadership roles at Po Leung Kuk and Yan Oi Tong.

The Division of Integrative Systems and Design (ISD) of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has received a donation from GPTX Investment Management Limited (GPTX簡坤投資), a leading Hong Kong-based digital investment firm, in support of student entrepreneurship and innovation. This donation underscores a shared commitment to fostering academic excellence and cultivating the next generation of innovators.

In a tribute to Dr. SZE Chi-Ching and his family’s generous gift, and in recognition of the family’s support, HKUST has named a learning facility at the ground floor of the Lee Shau Kee Library as the “Sze Chi Ching and Wu Shu Min Learning Space.”Dr. Sze and his four sons—Mr. Ivis Sze, Mr. Irons Sze, Mr. Ivan Sze, and Mr. Jaime Sze—were joined at the naming ceremony for the Sze Chi Ching and Wu Shu Min Learning Space on March 30 by HKUST’s senior management, including Prof. Nancy IP, HKUST President; Prof. GUO Yike, Provost; Prof. Charles NG, Vice-President for Institutional Advancement; Prof. Tim CHENG, Vice-President for Research and Development; and Ir John KWONG, Vice-President for Development.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) today officially launched its 35th Anniversary celebrations with a vibrant ceremony, bringing together distinguished government officials, industry leaders, and members of the university community to reflect on an extraordinary journey of excellence.

On February 5, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) and Yiyu Network formalized a donation agreement, marking the beginning of an enduring partnership dedicated to frontier research and talent nurturing.HKUST senior leadership and faculty members in attendance included Prof. Charles NG Wang-Wai, Vice-President for Institutional Advancement; Prof. XU Kun, Head and Chair Professor of the Department of Mathematics; and Prof. CHEN Kani, Professor in both the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Industrial Engineering and Decision Analytics. Student representatives and senior leaders from Yiyu Network were also present.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) has received generous donations from alumni Mr. Terry TSANG and Mr. Terence TSANG, to support the University's initiatives in education, research, and student development. In recognition of their longstanding commitment and their parents' selfless contributions to society, the University has proudly named University Residence Tower A as “Tsang Chiu Sang Tower” and Tower B as “Lam Po Yu Tower”. This tribute celebrates the Tsang family’s enduring devotion, perseverance, and lasting bond with the HKUST community.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) announced today a strategic collaboration with Solomon Learning Group (Solomon Learning) to establish the AI Literacy Hub (the Hub), a major initiative of artificial intelligence education in Hong Kong.The establishment of the Hub responds to the digital education initiatives outlined in The Chief Executive's 2025 Policy Address, and leverages HKUST's strong capabilities in AI teaching and research, along with Solomon Learning's extensive network, to enhance AI literacy throughout the Hong Kong community.The launching ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including Dr. CHOI Yuk-Lin, Secretary for Education of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China (via video format); Mr. Antony LEUNG, Chairman and Co-Founder of Solomon Learning; Ms. Alison CHAN, CEO and Co-Founder of Solomon Learning; and Prof. Nancy IP, HKUST President.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) today unveiled a display case featuring a signed leather jacket gifted by its esteemed alumnus Dr. Jensen HUANG, the Founder and CEO of NVIDIA.  The event also marked the formal establishment of the HKUST Top Engineering Scholars Award, made possible by generous donation from Dr. Huang and Mr. Terry TSANG Kin-Chung, an HKUST Council Member and fellow engineering alumnus.