Bulletin Number Four 1983

Chancellors Sir Robert Black, GCMG, OBE Chancellor from October 1963 to March 1964 Sir Robert Black, Governor of Hong Kong from 1958 to 1964，brought about the birth of The Chinese University. The evolution of the University began in June 1959 with the announcement by Government that it was considering the establishment of a new university in which Chinese would be the principal language of instruction. In 1962, the First Fulton Commission was set up to advise on the matter. Thanks to Sir Robert's enthusiastic support, The Chinese University was established in October 1963, only five months after the publication of the Fulton Report. The University also owes the acquisition of its 109-hectare site at Shatin to Sir Robert. Sir David Trench, GCMG, MC Chancellor from April 1964 to November 1971 In April 1964, Sir David Trench assumed Governorship of Hong Kong in succession to Sir Robert Black. As Chancellor of a young university, Sir David not only guided the University in formulating its policies but also gave it full support, especially in the crucial development of the university campus during a very difficult period for Hong Kong. It was under his capable leadership that the University emerged as a promising institution of higher learning. 8