Words from Students

Au Yeung Ka Ki (China Studies (Sociology))

Exchange Programme (USA)

I think sharing everything and reciprocity are part of the culture of Wisconsin. If I practice sincerity, I will not feel lonely, even while travelling alone.

Chan Ka Man (China Studies (Sociology))

Fujian and Kinmen Academic Study Trip

I think it is important for a modern government to care about people’s lives and the environment. The Kinmen government can achieve both. The government provides good welfare to the Kinmen people and takes action to protect migrant birds.

Chan Siu Lee (China Studies (Sociology))

Sichuan Service Trip

To treasure what we have now is a positive attitude towards life. Every time I saw the smiles of those children, the elderly and my group mates, I felt very reassured and touched.

Chan Siu Lee (China Studies (Sociology))

Internship Programme

It was very touching and memorable as we turned acquaintances into friends and even developed family-like close relationships, indicating the strong solidarity and mutual support we felt.

Chan Wui Cheung (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

We stayed with Tibetan host families for several nights. They showed us their ordinary, simple lifestyle. I was particularly moved by how they cared for each of us unconditionally from deep in their hearts.

Chang Pui Kwan (Sociology and Education (Liberal Studies Teaching))

Metropolitan Attachment Programme (USA)

I learnt how to work with young children and I gained a lot of knowledge about early childhood education.

Chau Yui Kiu (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

I am extremely curious about everything related to Tibetan culture. Our experience was unique and very precious to us, as we were the first group of Chinese students to visit them.

Cheung Siu Kwan, Katherine (Sociology)

EQ Express (Shaoguan)

We provided free teaching for them, through which we eventually learnt a lot from them in return. They taught me how to be honest, to treat people sincerely, listen patiently, share generously and dare to express my views.

Cheung Tin Wing (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

Dharamsala is a place full of love and peace. The most direct and simple greetings are the most powerful things that make people feel warm, and being accompanied by children is the best way to make them happy. In contrast, Hong Kong children lead materialistic lives nowadays and their happiness is mostly built on money and material goods.

Cheung Tin Wing (Sociology)

Local Internship

This was a great opportunity to understand HKSKH history. We learnt how HKSKH operated and was empowered in Hong Kong, especially when Hong Kong was colonised by the United Kingdom.

Cheung Yin (Sociology)

Local Internship

Through working at the Hong Kong Council of Social Services, I learnt how to study and evaluate social policies, which helped me to advocate for new social policies and conduct social research.

Cheung Yin (Sociology)

Local Internship

Through working at the Hong Kong Council of Social Services, I learnt how to study and evaluate social policies, which helped me to advocate for new social policies and conduct social research.

Chin Chun Wah (Sociology)

Local Internship

I had to work with people from all over the world as the volunteers at the Crossroads Foundation were from 26 countries and of different cultures and races.

Chin Chun Wah (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

I broadened my horizons and made great friendships with Tibetan students. I believe that this is a meaningful study tour for undergraduate students in Hong Kong.

Chung King Hang (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

We visited the Tibetan Children’s Village. During the trip, I gave all of my passion. I realised that the children really needed our help and concern.

Chung King Hei (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

I felt that the Tibetans were full of religious passion. I tried asking them, ‘What does religion offer you’? Their answer was, ‘A peaceful heart, belief in God’s will and a non-materialistic life’. I think that Tibetan Buddhism is a valuable part of their culture.

Chung Wai Man (China Studies (Sociology))

Internship Programme (Beijing)

My work experience at the National Library of China was quite unforgettable. The contact with colleagues helped me to develop my interpersonal relationships in mainland China, which was very valuable.

Eight students (China Studies (Sociology))

Academic Trip (Hubei)

(Wong Ka Ki) The visit to Wudangshan offered me an opportunity to appreciate the spectacular scenery and traditional architecture of China, and their associated spiritual aesthetic meaning.

(Yau Chi Lee) It is not hard to imagine how challenging it would be for Hong Kong students to go through the training received by Hubei students.

(Yip Man Wai) Both ancient and modern Chinese have strived to preserve and develop Wudangshan, which clearly shows the importance of Taoism in China.

(Kwong Yiu Sing) We visited the Walmart and Carrefour in 鍾家村. The products sold in these two supermarkets were very international and the management systems of these corporations were even better than those in Hong Kong.

(Kam Cheuk Ying) Local students are required to receive military training before admission to university. If our Hong Kong students had to fulfil this requirement, I think few of them would be able to bear it.

(Tsang Hoi Lei) Hubei is a place that I loved and also hated because it is colder than Hong Kong, but it has many heritage sites.

(Chan Hei Man) It is hard to describe how I felt when I was in Wuchang, where the 1911 Revolution broke out. I learnt a lot from the monuments there.

(Hui Ho Ling) Nowadays the Wudang Mountain is a tool for the local government to make money. Its soul no longer exists. I hope the authority concerned can take it back from the tourism industry.

Fong Ka Yan (Sociology)

Metropolitan Attachment Programme (Beijing)

These tasks helped me to understand more about real estate in China. The tasks helped me to develop patience and also enhanced my problem-solving and language skills.

Fong Ka Yan (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

In this place, I communicated with such pure Asian people. After being there, I realised that I knew nothing outside of Hong Kong. This experience was impressive.

Ho Sze Wing (Sociology)

Metropolitan Attachment Programme (Taiwan)

The internship programme reminded me that art reflects the aspirations of society and that society is also a platform for presenting art.

Kam Wing Ho (Sociology)

Metropolitan Attachment Programme (Shanghai)

This internship enhanced my understanding of marketing research and I learnt a lot from it.

Kwok Oi Lam (Sociology)

Positive Psychology Express 2011-12, Service Trip (Sichuan)

Although they have suffered from disaster, they were always showing their smiling faces. I had almost forgotten that a smile is the source of happiness. The pain of the past is so distressing, but if we can face it bravely, a better life will follow.

Kwong Wan Yee (Sociology and Education (Liberal Studies Teaching))

Global Y’s Trainee Programme 2012, YMCA (USA)

My colleagues came from Brazil, Columbia, Spain, England, the USA, etc. It was amazing to share cultural exchanges with them. This is the best summer I have ever had.

Kwong Wan Yee (Sociology and Education (Liberal Studies Teaching))

Outward Bound Training

During these seven days, I learnt many environmentally friendly ideas and the skills of co-operation, leadership and goal-setting strategies. This training programme was meaningful and useful for my personal development. 

Kwong Wan Yee (Sociology and Education (Liberal Studies Teaching))

Psychology Express (Hunan)

I was most impressed by the parents in Hunan. They patiently accompanied their children while playing games at the carnival and helped us to teach them the meaning behind the games. 

Lai Ching Shan (China Studies (Sociology))

Internship Programme (Local)

I loved handling the archives in the historical building, through which I felt a stronger connection to history and my work commitments.

Lam Chung Yuen (China Studies (Sociology))

Guangzhou Joint-University Services Trip

The trip let me learn more about the living situations of migrant workers’ families and the study environment of students in Guangzhou. It thus enhanced my understanding of today’s China.

Lam Chung Yuen (China Studies (Sociology))

Wofoo Henan Service Trip

These seven days were full of joy and satisfaction. To me, everything was new and meaningful. It was the first time I delivered a speech in Putonghua. As a whole, this trip broadened my horizons. It also enabled me to recognise the development of Chinese agricultural systems and the change in people’s ways of life.

Lam Pui Tan (Sociology and Education (Liberal Studies Teaching))

Social Sciences Summer Internship Programme (Local)

The internship at FTHK let me understand that there are a lot of resources available in society for us to learn more about the world around us. Therefore, we should treasure our chances to learn more about our society and we should be more observant.

Lau Chun Pong (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

The most profound thing was having to say goodbye on the last day. When the family’s mother forgot to give us the ‘hada’ (meaning ‘blessed white cotton’), she chased us to the bus station downtown, so we could wear it around our necks. Although there was no warm water, we all felt very warm in our hearts.

Lau Ka Yan (China Studies (Sociology))

Exchange programme (Austria)

I really appreciated how well prepared and active the students were in sharing their views. Another gesture that really impressed me was the “academic applause” among Austrians. It enhanced students’ confidence to further express their opinions. 

Leung Ka Yan (Sociology)

Positive Psychology Express 2011-12, Service Trip (Sichuan)

We visited a primary school in Chengdu and the students with their naïve smiles made us feel so touched. On the day of our departure, the tears bursting from the children’s faces were so heart-breaking.

Leung Ka Yan (Sociology)

Exchange Programme (USA)

Bowling Green is a small quiet town where students are active learners and the professors are really nice.

Li Yim Hong (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

We spent most of the time on the trip with the Tibetans, living with them. I really enjoyed sharing a whole night-time with a Tibetan family.

Liu Cheong Kwai (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

The trip not only allowed me to experience the simple lifestyle of Tibetans, it also made me understand Tibetan culture. Whether local Indians or Tibetans, people’s lives and thoughts are very simple, they are satisfied with the things they have.

Mak Tin Hing (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

This trip provided me with a different and broader perspective that let me understand the Tibetan issue. The most memorable experience was the time I spent living with the Tibetan host family for three days. I could fully understand and experience their lives and habits. 

Mak Tin Hing (Sociology)

Metropolitan Attachment Programme (Germany)

The most unforgettable part of the internship was preparing a Chinese-style lunch for all of my colleagues in the company. It was a memorable experience and all of my colleagues liked the Chinese food.

Ng Cheuk Yan (China Studies (Sociology))

Internship Programme (Beijing)

The internship experience provided me with an opportunity to understand a work environment and the difference between the mainland and Hong Kong.

Ng Yat Kui (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

There are people pursuing a better life – some are enthusiastic for religion, others simply want to learn to be better Tibetans.

Ng Yue Fan, Fanny (Sociology)

Psychological Enhancement Programme - Sri Lanka Service Trip

The lovely girls in the orphanage, the kind elderly in the elderly home and the nice people in the village all helped me to understand how simple it can be to achieve happiness and how lucky and blessed we are in Hong Kong.

So Ka Hing (China Studies (Sociology))

Internship Programme (Beijing)

The conversation among some scholars and leaders from other provinces and my colleagues let me understand more about different cultures, places and ethnic groups. 

Sociology Society

Academic Week

The main purpose of the academic week on campus was to promote sociology to other university students. We raised public awareness through the use of various social issues as academic themes. We also invited guests to give a number of talks to stimulate discussion among our students. 

Tam Ka Fat (China Studies (Sociology))

香港青聯「共創新世界」暑期實習團2012-Shanghai

I feel strongly that Shanghai is a place full of challenges and opportunities, attracting different talents from different cities, especially younger people.

Tam Ka Fat (China Studies (Sociology))

福建農林大學兩岸三地大學生暑期交流研討活動

I experienced the notable economic change in China. By sharing different views with each other, I think we all benefitted a lot. 

Tam Po Ki (China Studies (Sociology))

Internship Programme (Beijing)

I was taken to interview someone related the story, so that I could learn more about shooting and interview skills.

Tang Kit Yiu (Sociology)

Yunnan Service Tour

People in Yunnan stay close to each other through simple conversations and interactions, without advanced communication technologies. I miss the trip and the children in Yunnan.

Tang Sai Fan (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

Everything broadened my horizons and made me understand how amazing the Tibetan culture is. More importantly, I built friendships with the Tibetan children. 

Tang Yuet Lun (China Studies (Sociology))

Metropolitan Attachment Programme (Sydney)

The working culture in Sydney has shown me how people can lead a different way of life. Australians put great emphasis on the work-life balance. What we consider normal working hours in Hong Kong are too long for them. 

Three students (Sociology)

Joint University Sociology Touch Camp2013

(Tang Sai Fan) This camp was quite successful in attracting many participants to choose sociology as their subject in their future university lives.

(Tong Pang Tik) I was glad to see many participants showing an interest in sociology and wanting to know more about it.

(Liu Cheong Kwai) Many participants relished the camp and quite a number of them asked me about sociology.

Tong Oi Ning (Sociology and Education (Liberal Studies Teaching))

India Study Tour

The trip to Dharamsala was unforgettable and I appreciate the hard work of the organisers.

Tong Wai Ki (Sociology)

Dare to Dream under the Global Community Development Programme (Hangzhou and Xiamen)

I visited Wencheng Middle School and taught two classes. The themes of the lessons were environmental protection, travelling, daring to dream and so on.

Van Hiu Wa (Sociology)

Fujian and Kinmen Academic Study Trip

Thank you to the Baptist University and the Society of China Studies for giving us a chance to visit mainland China to broaden our horizons.

Wong Man Suet (Sociology)

Exchange Programme (Sweden)

This exchange experience not only let me learn about the habits and thinking of the Swedes, but also made me reflect on myself.

Wong Yim Fan (Sociology)

Yunnan Service Trip

During this service trip, I experienced great hospitality. I also learnt that we can pull through with a strong determination to fight.

Wong Yim Fan (Sociology)

Meizhou Psychological Service Trip

We were totally immersed in the Hakka Culture. I learnt how to deal with difficulties with a positive attitude while providing free teaching for local primary students. 

Wu Kit Yee (China Studies (Sociology))

2012香港華菁會「神州搵好工」-Nanjing

The Corporation treated us as guests of honour. I felt flattered.

Yee Shu Nga (Sociology)

EQ Express (Guilin)

I not only learnt some EQ knowledge, but also communication and classroom management skills. I was pleased to find that they loved everything we had prepared for them. 

Yee Shu Nga (Sociology)

Hubei Elderly Trip

I found that I obtained a lot from the trip, such as meeting many new friends from different faculties at Hong Kong Baptist University, meeting social workers from Across Borders Ltd. and meeting many elderly people.

Yeung Kam To (Sociology)

Exchange Programme (Finland)

I strongly felt that Finland was the nearest place to heaven on earth, where people only strive to be happy human beings. I saw an alternative way of life that integrates humans with nature. 

Yip Man Wai (China Studies (Sociology))

Fujian and Kinmen Academic Study Trip

On this tour, I learnt more about the family structure of traditional Chinese society through visiting the YongDing Tulou and Shanhou Folk Cultural Village.

Yu Jun Lin (Sociology)

Fujian and Kinmen Academic Study Trip

The most profound scenes for me were, first, visiting the Fujian Tulou, which highlighted the wisdom of Chinese architecture. Second, visiting the Jhaishan Tunnel, Guningtou Battle Museum and other monuments related to the war in China, which gave me a small taste of the suffering of Chinese people during war and how sad it is for Chinese people to fight with each other.

Yuen Chak Lum (Sociology)

Social Sciences Summer Internship Programme (Local)

The internship was a truly unforgettable and valuable experience that gave me work experience, through which I learnt about dealing with the pressure faced at work and co-operating with my colleagues. I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to help the victims of work injuries.

Yuen Chak Lum (Sociology)

Study tour to Dharamsala, India

I learned a lot about Tibetan culture. I learned from them that I should always look on the bright side and keep being optimistic. The study tour was definitely an unforgettable experience, teaching me things I couldn’t learn from books or the Internet.

Zhang Ling Fei (China Studies (Sociology))

Fujian and Kinmen Academic Study Trip

Through visiting these places, I learned more about the history of the war period in China, which was made vivid by the historical heritage and the museum. It is worth knowing what our country looked like in the past. I believe that it is crucial to get in touch with the latest news about society and how our society has developed.