Calendar 2008–2009

The Constituent Colleges 23 Part 1 Hong Kong Island to its present site on the University campus in December 1971. United College places strong emphasis on whole-person education and broadening the perspective of its students and enhancing their sense of social responsibility. United College’s Distinguished Visiting Scholars Lectures,Annual Workshop and College Assemblies provide intellectual stimuli to both students and staff. A wide range of activities, including those activities by the students’ union and interest groups, Whole Person Development Award Programme, leadership training, social services and incentive schemes, Shum Choi Sang Mentorship Programme, Group Sense Innovation and Entrepreneurial Project Award Programme, Toastmasters Club, organic farming and environmental protection events, drama, debate, art and cultural activities, and health series are organized. Through participation in these activities, students develop in personal and social aspects. Students are given more opportunities to take part in overseas study tours and exchange programmes under the College’s Globe-oriented Active Learning (GOAL) Programme, and a wide range of scholarships and awards. Eligible students also receive support to pursue postgraduate studies overseas. The College provides financial subsidies to over 350 students each year. The Hostel Residence Grant was also established last year to provide subsidies to students with financial difficulties for hostel fees in order to encourage them to participate in college activities. The total amount given out in 2007–08 was over HK$8 million. To provide pastoral care to students, the Dr. Thomas Cheung Tutorial Scheme was established for students to vent their feelings, share their experience and