Mr Eric Chan Kwok-ki, Chief Secretary for Administration and HKSYU alumnus, shared: “It takes ten years to grow a tree, but a hundred years to nurture a person.” Dr Hu has spent half a century perfectly embodying the true meaning of these eight characters. He devoted himself wholeheartedly to Shue Yan, carefully cultivating countless young minds into pillars of society. His unwavering commitment to education and sense of mission breathed life into HKSYU. Today, Shue Yan’s graduates are spread across various industries, holding different positions, and they are shining brightly in their respective roles. What Dr and Mrs Hu have left for Hong Kong is not only a university, but also a spirit of upholding ideals, and the sentiment of an educator that influences lives with life.” He attended the memorial service together with his wife, who is also HKSYU alumna.

 

Professor Hu Yao-su, Provost and Dr Hu’s eldest son, said: “Dr Henry Hu Hung-lick and Dr Chung Chi-yung fully agreed that schools in Hong Kong lacked ideal education, character education, and moral education. Therefore, the most important aim of establishing Shue Yan was to uphold and implement character education and moral education.” He also stated that no matter how circumstances and the environment may change, HKSYU’s mission will always be preserved.

 

Dr Hu Fai-chung, Acting President and Dr Hu’s second son, reflected on his father’s legacy: “Cultivating virtues of benevolence; broadening horizon and knowledge” is not only our university motto, but also a heartfelt hope from our Founding President. He wished for students to embrace the essence of Confucian thought, develop strong character, and become responsible, self-driven individuals who contribute meaningfully to society and excel in their professions.”