CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table
CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table, a flagship programme for first-year undergraduate students entering HKU, puts new students from different faculties and countries of origin into small groups. It comprises of 4 non-academic induction activities, namely Goal Setting, Inspirational Activities, High Table, and IG Challenge on HKU Life Hacks.
Upon completion of CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table, you can redeem your own Green Gown, one of the most wanted HKU collectables that is available nowhere else!
Activity Schedule
New students may be uncertain of personal development and academic goals during undergraduate years at HKU and do not have much experience in developing action plans to meet ones.
In this Goal Setting, you will formulate realistic academic and personal goals and explore the ideal of a university in small groups under the guidance of Student Induction Instructors (SIIs) and teacher so that you can easily integrate into HKU community at the end of your first year.
It is a compulsory part of CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table for green gown redemption.
- 24 August 2024 (Saturday): 9:30 am – 12:30 pm (including registration)
Want to get inspired on reaping the rich learning opportunities offered in HKU and orientate to ways of learning and doing that are conducive to the development of the attributes of HKU students as set out in the six educational aims of HKU? Wanna adopt a lifestyle at the University that is conducive to psychological and personal wellness? In the inspirational activities, you will engage in thought-provoking dialogue with exemplary peers and young alumni under one of these themes: Arts and Humanities, Green Living and Sustainability, Community Engagement, Advocacy, Social Inclusion and Diversity, Career Development, Personal Development and Well-being.
It is a compulsory part of CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table for green gown redemption.
- 24 August 2024 (Saturday): 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
The High Table is the pinnacle and concluding event of CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table to induce a sense of pride and identity with the University. High Table is a proud tradition of HKU at which faculty members, guests and students in gowns sit at long refectory tables and dine together in a formal setting. Guest of Honour will offer wise food for thought on the ideal of a university. It is designed to promote intellectual exchange among the participants.
Upon completion of Part I and II, participants are guaranteed a place for the High Table.
It is a compulsory part of CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table for green gown redemption.
- 25 August 2024 (Sunday): 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm (including registration)
Eager to get insider tips on thriving in your new journey at HKU? Follow our Instagram account @hku.cedars and join our exciting 3-day challenge. This IG Challenge is designed to equip you with strategies for creating smart and well-rounded plans for your studies, social life, and overall well-being.
It is a compulsory part of CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table for green gown redemption.
The IG Challenge is also open for all students. No registration is required.
- 26 - 28 August 2024
Full-time and full degree undergraduates (both local and non-local students) are eligible. Priority will be given to first year students. If quota allows, other students are also welcome.
English
HK$150
Important Notes:
- Participants will be entitled to redeem a University green gown upon completion of all activities (i.e. Part I, II, III and IV) of CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table, and submission of an online learning experience questionnaire. Participants are expected to settle the programme fee upon green gown redemption by cash. Eligible students will receive emails on redemption details in due course.
- CEDARS will send emails and important messages to successful registrants from time to time prior to the dates of the activities. You are reminded to check both “Inbox” and “Junk” mail boxes in order not to miss important messages and announcements from CEDARS.
- CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table is subject to change if unexpected situations and circumstances arise. Please stay tuned to CEDARS’ emails, announcements and updates on this programme website.
The registration quota is FULL.
Enrolment is on a first-come-first-served basis until all quota is full. Confirmed participants will receive emails from CEDARS accordingly.
CEDARS Peer Connect and High Table is best described as a ‘hands-on, minds-on experience’. Through an interactive and collaborative process, participants will acquire a holistic learning experience. Most segments of the Programme will build on the activities before and after. Not doing so will create challenges not only to yourself but other participants. If you are unable to commit fully, you are advised to join other CEDARS induction activities which require less commitment.
CEDARS will try to make the best and most feasible arrangement to cater for participants with special needs. If you have any special needs or conditions, please indicate on the registration form to facilitate our arrangement.