5 October 2016

Over 120 non-local and local students gathered together to celebrate the first-ever International Day 2016 on 5 October 2016.  Presented by Student Affairs Office, the event aims at promoting internationalisation on campus to embrace cultural diversity at HSMC.

The atmosphere was festive, with game booths prepared by exchange students and their buddies to introduce their traditions and cultures. Returning students and exchange students were invited to share their exchange experience from abroad and the College.  Acting Vice-President Tom Fong (Organisational Development) cum Chairperson of the Academic Exchange Committee delivered the opening remarks. Both students and staff enjoyed the day, among them were Ms Rebecca Chan, Director of Student Affairs and the Residential Colleges Masters. The finale consisted of a Jump Rope Competition and a traditional Dutch game “Stolen Dans” led by 2 exchange students. The day was concluded with laughter and excitement.

The International Day provided a great opportunity for all students to learn about different cultures and our partner universities, also to build friendship among each other.

All students and staff spent a happy afternoon together on the International Day

Game booths designed by exchange students and their buddies

Jump Rope Competition (left) & Stolen Dans – a traditional Dutch game