The Office of Student Affairs at Hong Kong Shue Yan University hosted Opening Ceremony of Mentorship Programme 2025/26 on 22 November 2025, bringing together alumni mentors and students to explore career pathways and professional development.
The event welcomed nearly 100 guests, including alumni, teachers and students. Senior management in attendance included Dr Hu Fai-chung, Acting President; Dr Jason Chow Tak-sang, Vice President (University Administration); Ms Sophia Yip Sau-yin, Associate Vice President (Student Affairs); and Dr Lee Ka-man, Assistant Vice President.
Ms Sophia Yip Sau-yin highlighted that this year’s Mentorship Programme reached a record level of participation, with 68 undergraduates and postgraduates from 12 academic departments taking part. She noted that the theme —“Step Out, Ignite Your Journey”—encouraged students to take initiative and proactively seek mentorship to prepare for their future careers. Four new alumni mentors joined the programme this year, including Dr Samuel Fong, Executive Director of MedSim Healthcare Education Company; and Dr Yeung Wing-hon, Principal of Academy of Innovation (Confucius Hall).
Dr Samuel Fong reflected on the guidance he had received from teachers and seniors during his studies, which benefited him both academically and professionally. He hopes to continue this tradition by mentoring students, emphasising the importance of personal development in shaping responsible professionals. He sees mentoring as a two-way process that fosters mutual growth through reflection and interaction. For current and soon-to-be graduates, he stressed the value of moral principles—such as politeness and punctuality—as essential soft skills and encouraged students to remain curious and committed to continuous self-improvement.
Mr Chris Tang, President of the Institute of Accountants Exchange and a Business Administration alumnus, has been a mentor since 2018. He shared that he wanted to bring his mentoring experience from other universities back to his alma mater to help students better understand their professional paths. Observing that many students today lack confidence, he believes the programme can help them recognise their strengths, gain career clarity, and improve their study habits and knowledge acquisition. He encouraged students to start preparing early and to network actively.
In the second session, Dr Fong and Mr Tang delivered a talk titled “How to Find Your Position in the AI Era?” Mr Tang, drawing on his banking and accounting background, acknowledged the value of AI in enhancing efficiency but stressed that human communication remains irreplaceable. He urged students to develop interpersonal skills that AI cannot replicate. Dr Fong agreed, highlighting that soft skills often outweigh technical ones and that mastering interpersonal interactions is crucial in the workplace.
Two students from last year’s programme also shared their experiences. Francis, a Year 3 student in Law and Business, said that the programme provided her with valuable insights into pursuing a doctoral degree and legal training, helping her better understand her career direction. She also benefited from study strategies shared by her mentor, improving her learning efficiency in law.
Rino, a Year 3 student in Business Administration, noted that his greatest gain was access to social resources and networking opportunities usually beyond students’ reach. Through the programme’s practical components, he experienced real-world business operations, met young entrepreneurs from Fortune Global 500 companies, and expanded both his professional network and industry perspective.
資料來源：2025年12月刊