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The School of Graduate Studies Graduation Dinner 2024 was held on 10 May 2024 at Nina Hotel, Tsuen Wan West, where over 240 graduating students gathered with 80 guests, professors, and staff to celebrate their completion of postgraduate studies at Lingnan University.

Prof. Sam KWONG Tak Wu, Associate Vice-President (Strategic Research) and Dean of the School of Graduate Studies, delivered a heartfelt welcoming address to congratulate the graduates. Prof. S. Joe QIN, President of Lingnan University, followed to deliver the President’s address. President Qin encouraged the graduates to embody Lingnan University’s motto of ‘Education for Service’ and celebrate their accomplishments. He also motivated them to embrace new endeavours and continue to strive for excellence in the future.

The event also featured sharing by alumni and student representatives. Chairman of Lingnan University Postgraduate Alumni Association (LUPAA), Mr. Chris XIA, introduced the association as a channel to stay connected with fellow graduates and join a wide variety of activities. Student representatives from Doctor of Policy Studies (WANG Zhen) and MSocSc in Organisational Psychology and Education Management (Krystal LIU Hongyun & George LIN Yun) expressed their gratitude on the support and opportunities provided by the School of Graduate Studies as well as Lingnan University during their studies.

The dinner was graced with toasting by the University management and guests on stage. The night was then led to its climax with wonderful student performances and exciting lucky draw. Students of Master of Cities and Governance sang a Chinese song about friendship, and students of Master of Social Sciences in ​Health and Social Services Management and Master of Social Sciences in ​Organisational Psychology and Education Management performed “You Raise Me Up”. Sunflowers were presented to teaching staff during the performance to symbolise the graduates’ gratitude and appreciation for their unwavering dedication, hard work, and mentorship.

Vice-President Prof. Joshua MOK Ka-ho delivered the closing remarks followed by a blessing to all performance. Prof. MOK expressed his pride and admiration for the graduates and wished them a bright future ahead. LIU Shuting (Alumna of Master of Social Sciences in ​Organisational Psychology and Education Management) ​and CHIPILI Mwaba Moono​ (Student of Research Postgraduate Programme) performed “Boundless Sea and Sky” to inspire the graduates to have courage and faith against the uncertainty of future and challenges in life. The memorable night was concluded with a class photo session.

The School of Graduate Studies Graduation Dinner was certainly a night to remember as the graduates, professors and staff of Lingnan University postgraduate programmes came together to celebrate their achievements. There is no doubt that this night filled with joy and laughter will leave the graduates with unforgettable memories to cherish for a lifetime.