Newsletter No. 40

CUHK Newsletter No.40 March 1993 Anniversary Stamps and First-day Covers? The second task we undertook was to explore the possibility of issuing commemorative stamps and first-day covers on the University's Foundation Day, which is 17th October. Unfortunately, this was beset with problems. First, the preparation time would have taken at least one and a half to two years. Second, although it was still possible to produce commemorative first-day covers for the 30th anniversary with ordinary stamps, we thought it might be unrealistic as we might not have enough potential customers on the campus on the University's Foundation Day, which falls on a Sunday this year. The final alternative was to design a new post mark on the University's franking machines, one which contains the logo and theme of the 30th anniversary. Personally, I still prefer issuing stamps and first-day covers for this special occasion, but since this requires much earlier planning, we can only consider it for future celebrations. Gifts for Important Guests The third task was to decide on the souvenirs for our distinguished guests and speakers for various 30th anniversary functions. Much time was spent on the design and cost of these prestigious items. Mrs. Gwen Kao kindly suggested the idea of a perspex photograph frame. The final decision was an engraved copper plaque mounted on a glass frame and contained in a velvet case. Other Souvenir Items The fourth task was to design a range of souvenir items for the occasion. Timing, acceptability and cost were all important factors to consider. For example, the greeting cards and calendar for the new year had to be ready for sale by October 1992. Although cost was considered an essential factor, most members felt that acceptability was more important. For the calendar, we were fortunate to obtain from The Chinese University Press a new photograph of the campus which shows clearly the newly completed extension to the University Library. In general, the guiding principle behind the production of souvenir items is not to obtain a big profit but to ensure variety and widespread distribution. The more expensive items include porcelain plates in colour featuring the five flagpoles of the University. In the low price range we have a rotating message ball pen, and a new poster-sized photograph of our campus, which is available with or without a 1993 calendar. Moderately priced items include a rotating desk-top calendar with digital clock, and a sunshade car roller carrying the 30th anniversary logo. In addition, we have produced 3,500 transparent plastic car labels printed with the 30th anniversary logo, which are for distribution to University staff members free of charge. In the first few months of 1993, more souvenirs are still being considered All souvenirs are now on sale at the University souvenir counter on the ground floor of the John Fulton Centre, from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Samples are also displayed at two Sing Tao Centres* of Sing Tao Limited, to whom we owe our grateful thanks. Proceeds from sales will be returned to the planning and steering committee for the 30th anniversary celebrations. * The two centres are (1) Room 902, On Lok Yuen Building, 25 Des Voeux Road, Central, and (2) Shop U05, G/F, Astor Plaza, 380 Nathan Road, Kowloon. Opening hours: 9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. GI VE BLOOD The University will organize a blood donation week on campus from 29th March to 2nd April. All members of the University are encouraged to give blood to the Hong Kong Red Cross at the following places on the specified day between 10.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. - Room 103, John Fulton Centre (29th March) 一 Hall of Adam Schall, United College (30th March) 一 Chung Chi Tang, Chung Chi College (31st March) -Students' Common Room, ELG104, Science Centre (1st April) -Students' Common Room, New Asia College (2nd April) CUHK Newsletter We welcome your contributions 1. Items for the next issue (mid-April 1993) should reach the Editor by 27 th March 1993. 2. All contributions and suggestions should be sent to the Editor, CUHK Newsletter, do the Publication Office, University Secretariat, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (tel. 6 0 9 7 2 9 7 ; fax. 6035503). 3. Contributions should bear the writer's name and contact telephone number, and may be published under pseudonyms. Articles without Chinese translations will appear in the English version of the Newsletter only. No anonymous letters will be published. 4. The Editor reserves the right to reject contributions and to edit all articles for reasons of clarity, length or grammar. Those who do not wish lo have their articles amended should indicate clearly in writing. 5. No part of this Newsletter may be reproduced without the written consent of the Editor. 6. This publication has a circulation of 1,500 and is primarily intended for staff members of CUHK. Copies are also sent to local educational institutions and individuals associated with the University. Those who wish to be included on the mailing list please contact the Newsletter direct. Published by the Publication Office , The Chinese University of Hong Kong E d i t o r : Amy K. Y. Leung. Assistant E d i t o r s : Lawrence Choi; Florence Chan Graphic A r t i s t : Stella P. C. Lai 8

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