17 August 2026
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) and Regal Hotels Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate across four key areas: Student Living Experiences and Community Engagement, Whole Person Development and Youth Empowerment, Sustainability and Collective Wellbeing, and Knowledge Exchange, Industry Expertise and Entrepreneur Programme. By combining academic excellence with industry expertise, the partnership will deliver diverse learning experiences that bridge classroom, daily life and workplace, nurturing talent with professional competence, social responsibility, and innovative thinking.
University-industry synergy
Rooted in Hong Kong, HSUHK is committed to nurturing well-rounded talent with a strong sense of social responsibility. Regal Hotels Group, one of the largest hotel groups in the city, has been deeply engaged in the hotel and hospitality industry for over 47 years, with extensive operational experience, comprehensive facilities, and a broad industry network. Through resource sharing, knowledge exchange and practical projects, the partners will bridge campus and industry, expanding opportunities for deeper student growth.
Professor Simon Ho, President of HSUHK, said: “University education should extend beyond the classroom. Diverse experiences help students understand society, unlock their potential and prepare for the future. This collaboration creates more industry engagement opportunities and quality accommodation options, supporting our internationalisation drive and helping non-local students integrate into campus life and Hong Kong society.”
Ms Poman Lo, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Regal Hotels Group, said: “Regal Hotels Group has been deeply committed to the hospitality industry for over 47 years, accumulating rich operational experience, comprehensive facilities, and a wide industry network. We have always believed that these resources should not only serve commercial purposes, but should also benefit the next generation. Through this collaboration, we hope to provide students with more opportunities to engage with the industry, explore their potential, and contribute to society, helping them build future-ready capabilities and vision.”
Four collaboration pillars supporting students’ holistic growth
Based at Regal Riverside Hotel in Sha Tin, the partnership focuses on:
1. Student living experiences and community engagement
Using ASPIRE HOUSE and community projects to foster cross-cultural exchange, social participation and community connection among local and non-local students, creating a diverse and inclusive living environment.
2. Whole person development and youth empowerment
Through experiential learning, mentorship, internships and industry exchanges, enhancing students’ professional competence, leadership, workplace competitiveness and resilience.
3. Sustainability and collective wellbeing
Promoting environmental protection, social responsibility, and wellness education, integrating sustainable development into campus life, accommodation, and everyday living.
4. Knowledge exchange, industry expertise and entrepreneur programme
Centred on “Entrepreneurship for Goodness” and “AI for Goodness”, using forums, lectures, applied research, consultancy projects and innovation challenges to build digital literacy, innovative thinking and responsible AI application.
“HSUHK × ASPIRE HOUSE” — Extending classroom learning
Located at Regal Riverside Hotel near the HSUHK campus, the “HSUHK × ASPIRE HOUSE” student residence features dedicated floors for HSUHK students. Guided by the philosophy of “extending classroom learning”, it transforms accommodation into a platform for learning, exchange, and personal growth.
Regal Hotels Group and HSUHK will jointly organise executive talks, thematic sharing sessions, soft skills training, and local immersive experience activities, enabling students to gain industry insights in daily life, broaden cross-cultural perspectives, and deepen their understanding of wellness, community engagement, and sustainable living.
AI-empowered — Driving entrepreneurship for goodness
Both parties will launch the AI-powered “Entrepreneurship for Goodness” Programme, helping students master AI and digital tools to address real-world needs in hospitality and society. Through applied research, consultancy projects, and innovation challenges, students will develop socially valuable solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset — guided by ethics and responsibility — harnessing AI for sustainable development and creating lasting social impact.
Building a future-oriented youth development platform together
HSUHK and Regal Hotels Group believe this collaboration goes beyond the signing of an MoU — it represents a long-term commitment from both parties to invest in the future of young people. By integrating education, accommodation and industry practice, they will offer learning opportunities that are more closely aligned with society’s needs, nurturing future leaders with professional competence, an innovative spirit, and a social mission while continuing to pioneer new models of university-industry collaboration for Hong Kong and beyond.
