Bulletin Autumn‧Winter 2003

SPEECH MAK ING Addres s b y Mr . Tun g Che e Hw a (Extract) In this fast-changing world, i t is important that universities should promote all-round education. The Chinese University has all along attached equal importance to Chinese and English, t o teaching and research, and to professional and general education. It cares for its students' intellectual pursuit and personal development, and teaches them to embrace cultural heritage and develop global perspectives. This is precisely the k i nd of education we need to help our future generations position themselves and compete in the 21st century. H o ng Kong's future depends on the quality of education and training that our young people receive. W i t h o ut a pool of highly trained professionals, we will lose our competitive edge. O ur universities have risen to the task by providing high quality graduates. It is my strong conviction that education is an investment that is of the utmost importance to us in this knowledge age. I want to assure you that the Administration will work with you to ensure that whatever cut in educational spending will not affect the core activities and the quality of education of the universities. Addres s b y Dr . Edga r Chen g (Extract) . . . O n the 40th birthday of The Chinese University, we call to m i nd not only the foresight, wisdom, and devotion of our founding fathers, but also the generosity of our long- time benefactors, the shrewd advice rendered us by many helpful friends, the staunch support given us by numerous public and private organizations, the fruitful collaboration we have enjoyed w i th educational institutions local and overseas. W i t h o ut them it would have been impossible for us to achieve what we have achieved. . . . . A belief in ourselves. Working together. Fellowship. Joy. Celebration. These are our words for the evening. . . . I wish to impress upon you that this is a university w i th a great vision and a strong determination to advance and excel, despite the challenges of globalization, budget constraints, or any unforeseeable crises such as SARS. This university has a proven track record and I urge everybody here to give i t continued support in its efforts to scale new heights in a new century, and to provide even better services to our community. Chinese University Bulletin Autumn • Winter 2003 24