Calendar 2013–14

The Constituent Colleges 33 Part 1 The College motto is ‘Scholarship and Perseverance’. Through its diverse programmes of general education, college student life, as well as cultural and overseas exchanges, the College aims to broaden students’ horizons (scholarship), and encourage them to forge ahead (perseverance) in making contributions to society and leading a productive and rewarding life. In support to the College mission of ‘Entrepreneurial Spirit with Social Responsibility’, the College creates an intimate and dynamic learning atmosphere, students will develop the drive for social entrepreneurship—a passion for creativity and innovation, and acumen in pursuing new projects and ideas, not just for personal gain but for the common good. A wide variety of College activities and programmes being designed according to its mission are launched or under active planning, including creativity programmes, general education programme, service-learning programmes, cultural and exchange programmes, summer research programmes, language enhancement programmes, college forums, mentorship programme, internship programme and aesthetic programmes, etc. The College particularly encourages students to develop their own initiatives and will provide support both in terms of project grants and faculty resources. The College offers scholarships to students for academic excellence, as well as outstanding performance in other areas such as creative sphere, social endeavours, environmental conservation, arts, and sports. Financial aid is also available to students in need.