CEDARS’ Activities in Semester One & Throughout the Year
ITS Orientations for New Staff and Students
To provide new students with useful information on the wide range of services offered by ITS, seminars including an introductory session will be conducted.
- Aug / Sep 2025
- HKU Main Campus or online platform
- https://its.hku.hk/events/
- ithelp@hku.hk
First-Year Experience at HKU Libraries
Discover, Learn and Thrive with HKU Libraries!
Join the engaging activities and valuable courses designed to introduce new students to the exceptional library services and facilities that will support and enhance your studies. Cultivate information literacy, digital literacy and AI literacy by learning with libraries’ resources.
Make the most of your First-Year Experience (FYE) at the Libraries!
- HKU Libraries or online platform
- https://liblrs.hku.hk/fye/
- Email-a-Librarian: https://lib.hku.hk/check_form/ask_a_librarian-form/ (To: Library Training)
CEDARS Global Career Springboard Scheme (CGCSS)
By offering International Internships, Career Exploration Programmes and career-focused Intercultural Leadership Programmes, CEDARS Global Career Springboard Scheme (CGCSS) enriches your global exposure and international career learning experience. The programmes typically range from 2 to 8 weeks or more, scheduled during semester breaks in various locations.
Programme details will be announced on CGCSS website and through “Daily Jobs & Career Events” emails from CEDARS.
HKU Career Fair
HKU Career Fair is a key physical event designed to forge connections between students and industry recruiters. Students will have the opportunity to explore career opportunities and connect with employers across various industries.
Event details will be announced in “Daily Jobs & Career Events” emails from CEDARS.
- HKU Main Campus
- careers@hku.hk
Career Engine Builder (CEB)
Career Engine Builder offers ongoing support to students of all levels and years of study in their career preparation. Through professional seminars, you will learn fundamental career planning tools and critical job application techniques. The comprehensive approach of CEB ensures a successful transition into the workplace by helping you explore your interests, build your career goals, and enhance your employability skills.
- HKU Main Campus or online platform
- https://cedars.hku.hk/ceb/
Person Enrichment (PE) Programmes
Enrichment workshops are offered to help you navigate the multifaceted challenges of university life and promote holistic development. These workshops, led by experienced trainers and psychological professionals, cover a range of topics aimed at helping you develop core generic skills to support your mental well-being, thrive in your personal life, and excel in your studies. Key topics include:
- Developing self-awareness and personal growth
- Improving time management and productivity
- Building resilience and managing stress
- Enhancing social connection and well-being
- Improving communication and interpersonal skills
The CoPE Ding Ding Student-oriented Outpost offers fun and enjoyable handicraft workshops, ideal for students seeking new friendships and a short break from their studies. Spark your creativity and become part of a community of like-minded students! You can also collaborate with CEDARS-CoPE as student artists to showcase your talents and enhance your ability to plan and lead your own workshops.
Peer Support Programmes
- Peer Impact Network (PIN) – A flagship programme that promotes peer support and facilitates university adjustment through three major areas: Cultural Integration, Mental Health, and SEN Awareness.
Contribute as Peer Supporters to build supportive networks and foster an inclusive community at HKU and beyond.
Join as Seed Members to connect with students from across disciplines and gain insights and support from your peers.
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) – Gain basic knowledge and skills to support your peers with mental health issues before professional help is available.
- HKU Main Campus or online platform
- Mental Health First Aid (MHFA): https://www.cedars.hku.hk/cope/peer/mhfa
- Peer Impact Network (PIN): https://pin.cedars.hku.hk/
- cedarspe@hku.hk
GE Programmes
Non-credit-bearing general education programmes are available for all HKU students, featuring a variety of talks, workshops, outings, and student-curated activities that support learning, personal growth, and opportunities to connect with new friends.
Happy Thursday – Tea from Around the World
This cultural exchange programme has been curated since 2017, and student hosts from different places have shared the tea and snacks of their hometowns. You can know more about your HKU international peers and their home countries’ cultures and traditions with tea! Or be one of our student hosts!
- GE Gatherland
- https://cedars.hku.hk/ge/
- gened@hku.hk
HKU Holistic Urban Farming – Herb Garden Monthly Meet-up
Holistic Urban Farming offers students opportunities and inspiration to engage in organic farming, horticultural practices, and interdisciplinary studies. The ‘Herb Garden Monthly Meet-up’ provides participant a chance to harvest fresh herbs while learning more about them through a guided tour. Participants will also receive free herbs, seeds, and cuttings to try planting at home.
GLOCAL Connect
GLOCAL Connect is a programme that promotes internationalisation and integration of local and non-local students through friendship-building, cultural exchange, and exploration of local cultures. The programme’s four components include GLOCAL Connectors, Greater Bay Area Discovery Tours, ConnectHK activities, and a Student Advisory Group. Through interactive, experiential, and inclusive approaches, the programme fosters mutual learning and ongoing interactions between local and non-local students, enhancing cross-cultural understanding and appreciation.
- Various locations or online platform
- https://gconnect.cedars.hku.hk/
- nonlocal@hku.hk
Career Coaching
Featuring a team of experienced career coaches and industry experts from diverse backgrounds, such as Senior HR, Recruitment, Finance, Banking, Accounting & Audit, Technology, Engineering, Education, Consulting, MNC, NGO, and Start-up sectors, this service provides personalised guidance on job market information, job search strategies, application writing reviews, and interview preparation.
- HKU online platform (Booking is required)
- https://www.cedars.hku.hk/careercoaching
Global News Chat
Global News Chat invites students from various backgrounds to share their personal views and insights on the issues they care about.