Congratulatory Messages

CUHK aspires to serve the needs and enhance the well-being of people in Hong Kong, China as a whole, and the wider world community. With this important mission in mind, the Faculty of Engineering was established in 1991 under the far-sighted and visionary leadership of the late Professor Sir Charles Kao, former University Vice-Chancellor and the Nobel Prize laureate in Physics. The Faculty started off by distinguishing itself in diverse fields and innovations, including information technologies, photonics, engineering management, networks and microelectronics, which we all recognize today are the core competencies of industrial revolution 4.0.  It is gratifying to see it flourish into a hub of world-leading research, thanks to the concerted efforts of our faculty members and alumni.

Over the years, the Faculty has attracted the best minds in the engineering fields who have continuously excelled themselves and won multiple international recognitions, including the prestigious Turing Award, Tokyo Prize, academicianships of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and IEEE Fellowships, to name a few.  The Faculty’s excellence in research and innovation has successfully reaped numerous grants, endowments and scholarships from the Government, industry partners and private benefactors. Members of the Faculty have also played key roles in establishing the InnoHK Centres, a recent innovation initiative by the Hong Kong Government, which combine expertise from CUHK and world-class universities in the fields of health, biomedicine, robotics and artificial intelligence.  It is a firm proof of our strong dedication to technological innovation and research for the betterment of mankind.

In the University’s new 5-year Strategic Plan, or “CUHK2025”, which has the tagline of “Excellence with Purpose and Responsibility”, we have set for ourselves clear targets on integrating research, innovation and enterprise into a dynamic and productive continuum. With the tremendous opportunities and resources offered by the Government and the Greater Bay Area that support Hong Kong’s development into an international information and technology hub, I am confident that the Faculty of Engineering will continue to play a key role in the education of future leaders in engineering, the pursuit of knowledge at the frontiers of modern technology, and the application of engineering to meet societal and human needs.

Congratulations to the 30^th anniversary of Faculty of Engineering! I sincerely wish the Faculty further success and more fruitful years to come.

Heartfelt congratulations to the Faculty of Engineering on its thirtieth anniversary! I was fortunate to study at both IE and CSE, where I was guided and inspired in my learning process by many committed and passionate teachers.

While my university days seem a long time ago now, my experience as an engineering student at CUHK has always had a strong influence on my career and my life. I have come to understand that the problem-solving skills, innovation and creativity I developed at CUHK are the core elements at the heart of all technological advancement.

I hope current students and alumni will also be able to apply what they have learned to continue to make this world a better place for all.

It is with great pleasure and fond memories that I wish the CUHK Faculty of Engineering a heartfelt congratulations on its thirtieth anniversary.

From its inception, the Faculty has nurtured excellence and innovation in a broad range of disciplines; cultivating young, promising talents and paving the way for a brighter, more disruptive future.

I would like to take this momentous occasion to wish the staff, students and alumni of the Faculty every success in their future endeavors, and I look forward to many more milestones to come.

Congratulations to the CUHK Faculty of Engineering on the happy occasion of its thirtieth anniversary! This is a time for reflecting on the past and looking ahead to the future.

The past 30 years have seen the Faculty of Engineering become a highly recognized hub for nurturing professional engineers for the world, and the two unicorn startup companies also grew from CUHK in the past few years. On this substantial foundation, I am confident that the Faculty of Engineering will continue to play a significant role in the enrichment of the innovation and technology ecosystem in Hong Kong.

It has been eight years since I attended my first lecture at CUHK, and I still think back fondly to my undergraduate and postgraduate studies and to the friends I made there.

The Faculty of Engineering offered lots of opportunities for students to participate in different competitions, encouraging us to apply what we had learned from the courses to real engineering designs. I am proud that my experience in different contests, from my final year project to my doctoral studies, allowed me to win awards, but I also value how it allowed me to polish my research and presentation skills.

I am certain the unique culture of CUHK will continue to attract the brightest talents to join this big family.

It is my great pleasure to congratulate the CUHK Faculty of Engineering on its thirtieth anniversary.

The Faculty provides a strong foundation to nurture numerous talents in various fields of engineering. It provides unique learning opportunities to students interested in a career in research and development. Apart from its excellence in teaching, the Faculty has also gained international recognition for its research achievements.

I am proud to be a CUHK engineering alumnus, as my undergraduate and postgraduate education has been the foundation of all my achievements since then. I would like to express my gratitude to all the teaching and support staff and wish the Faculty continued success in the years to come.

I and my two younger brothers have obtained 8 degrees from the CUHK Faculty of Engineering (FoE) between us! I believe we still hold the record for family loyalty over the past 30 years. I am sure I speak for all of us when I say how much we appreciate what we have learned in the various departments of the FoE. We would all recommend the CUHK FoE as the best choice to other family members!

This year the FoE celebrates thirty years of training many outstanding talents, who have gone on to become industry leaders in different areas. FoE professors and other departmental colleagues have fostered an outstanding academic culture of professionalism, passion, kindness, humility and a dedication to serving Hong Kong in their work – and they hand these values on to each new generation.

In the 17 years since I graduated in 2004, I have never stopped applying what I learned at the CUHK FoE to my career and community services. I am sure this momentum will continue to inspire me to find new ways to follow my passion and contribute to the culture of the CUHK FoE for another 30 years and more.

Congratulations on the thirtieth anniversary of the Faculty of Engineering!

I joined the EE Department before it became part of the Faculty of Engineering. I am glad that over the years engineering education and research in CUHK has grown to cover many more disciplines.

During the past few decades, we have experienced how technologies have changed human life. PCs have brought computing to households. Fiber optic technology links people around the world. Smartphones and 4G bring connection to people in remote areas. Digital payment by smartphones allows people in rural and remote areas to be included in the modern financial system. Going forward, AI, robotics, AR and Fintech are expected to bring even greater impact to human life.

I have enjoyed this journey very much!

Congratulations on the thirtieth anniversary of the Faculty of Engineering (FoE) at CUHK!

From my perspective as an alumnus of the Electronic Engineering Department established by late Professor Charles Kao, the establishment of the FoE represents his long-term vision and has been a significant development at CUHK. In a relatively short timeframe of just 30 years, the FoE has become a world-leading organization with internationally respected scholars as its faculty members. Its significant scientific contributions have won prestigious awards and accolades and its graduates now serve as key contributors and leaders across academia and other industries.

As an alumnus, I feel proud to see all the excellent accomplishments of the FoE at CUHK.

Congratulations on your many academic successes! Happy thirtieth anniversary!

What do four years of broad engineering discipline training and countless sleepless nights for me to strive for academic excellence lead to? A 23-year journey of consulting, a quest to figure out how systems work and what makes them better.

My years spent studying at the CUHK BME were one of the happiest times in my life. I really enjoyed the programme, as it provided me with a solid foundation in biomedical science and engineering. I have always been very interested in this interdisciplinary approach, and it has enhanced my knowledge in all related aspects.

After graduation, I joined the EMSD Engineering Graduate Training Scheme, a two-year training programme recognized by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. I had the opportunity to work for the different divisions of EMSD and the Department of Health on a rotational basis to learn how to become a qualified biomedical engineer in the Hong Kong healthcare system.

I am fortunate to be able to pursue the career I love in this interesting field. I am glad that what I learned at the CUHK BME has allowed me to achieve my goals and apply the relevant knowledge and skills in my work.

The CUHK Faculty of Engineering has successfully connected professionals working on various fields in engineering around the world. I am proud to witness the Faculty blossoming as they celebrate their thirtieth anniversary!

At CUHK, I had the opportunity to develop my interest in the system software layer, networking and security. Currently, I am working as an SRE engineer in Japan, undertaking projects such as development and infrastructure design for a new payment system, as well as providing infrastructure support on a common scalable deployment platform where we run all of our company’s applications.

I highly appreciate the diversity cultivated by the Faculty, and I am excited to see the brilliant futures awaiting next generation from the CUHK Faculty of Engineering!

I’m currently working as a staff scientist in Raytheon BBN Technologies, located in Boston, USA, concentrating on the latest speech technology research.

During my bachelor studies in the computer engineering programme at CUHK, I was grateful to have the opportunity to study with the world’s most talented students, through the MIT-CUHK Undergraduate Exchange Programme. The experience widened my horizons both culturally and academically.

CUHK provides many opportunities to students, e.g. Robocon, GLOBEX Summer Exchange Programme, various programming workshops and competitions, which are all chances to have hands-on engineering experiences and connect with people around the world. I believe the Faculty will continue to equip and support students with everything they need for successful futures in the field. Happy thirtieth anniversary!

It is a great honor for me to be able to share a few words about the Faculty of Engineering (FoE) on its thirtieth anniversary. I was fortunate enough to be among the first batch of graduates of the newly established FoE in 1992. It still feels like yesterday that I was rushing from class to class, learning from the best professors from around the world. Upon completing my master’s and doctorate degrees, I moved to the US to work in the high-tech industry here. That was when I started to truly appreciate how the world-class education I received from the engineering programme in FoE, and especially the personal tuition from the professors, had prepared me to take on real-world challenges.

I hope our next generation of students will also seize every learning opportunity offered by the Faculty and apply their knowledge to pursue their dreams.

Congratulations to the CUHK Faculty of Engineering on its thirtieth anniversary!

I have many fond memories of the fascinating classes delivered by our lecturers and of becoming completely engrossed in my lab work – often losing track of time and working late into the night!

Over my 30-year career, my IEG undergraduate training has been indispensable. As we know, engineering is the application of science and mathematics to solve problems. In my first job at a world-class fast-moving consumer goods company, I applied these analytical skills to scrutinize consumer research findings to come up with product selling propositions and ensure successful product launches.

I now work for a leading global risk consulting company. I’m always applying my knowledge in TCP/IP, coding theory, and data processing to discuss important topics such as cyber security, 5G applications, Industry 4.0, AI/Fintech/Blockchain applications with my clients.

My sincere congratulations to the Faculty of Engineering (FoE) on their thirtieth anniversary. What a remarkable journey it has been! In just 30 short years, we have become a budding ground for nurturing top engineers within Hong Kong and far beyond.

I am delighted to see the FoE go from strength to strength, especially when I think of my mentors, colleagues and lifelong friends I first met there. The FoE has equipped me not only with knowledge, but also with the ambition and courage to be a lifetime learner and explorer.

With the advent of technological innovations, the FoE will continue to play an increasingly important role in grooming future talents to meet the needs of society. I look forward to another successful 30 years and beyond.

My four-year study in SEEM was a wonderful journey. I gained a solid foundation for my career development. I was also very fortunate to receive the Professor Charles K. Kao Research Exchange Scholarship to conduct undergraduate research at Stanford.

I hope the CUHK Faculty of Engineering continues to be a home for the next-generation engineers, scholars, and entrepreneurs for the next 30 years.