CUHK Chung Chi College marks 75th anniversary with banquet for 1,200
Chung Chi College of the Chinese University of Hong Kong celebrated its 75th anniversary with a grand banquet on 31 October, drawing more than 1,200 guests. The event included a traditional gong-striking ceremony and the debut of a commissioned anniversary anthem.
Chung Chi College (CCC) of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) celebrated its 75th anniversary with a grand banquet on Saturday 31 October, welcoming more than 1,200 guests, according to a report by The Standard.
Attendees included CUHK and Chung Chi students, staff, alumni, partners from mainland China, and representatives from various sectors. The event honoured the college’s achievements in whole-person education and its enduring legacy.
The kick-off ceremony featured prominent figures: John Chai Yat-chiu, chairman of the CUHK Council; Norman Chan Tak-lam, vice-chairman of the CUHK Council and chairman of the CCC Board of Trustees; Dennis Lo Yuk-ming, vice-chancellor and president of CUHK; and Kwan Mei-po, head of CCC. The ceremony included a traditional gong-striking, symbolising the college’s readiness to embrace future opportunities. Guests and attendees also joined in chanting the college slogan, underscoring the strong sense of community and connection within the university.
To mark the milestone, the college commissioned the “Chung Chi College 75th Anniversary Anthem”, featuring music composed by former college head Chan Wai-kwong and lyrics penned by college associate head Wong Nim-yan. The anthem was performed by the Chung Chi Choir during the banquet.
The 75th-anniversary celebrations began in January and have featured a series of events, including a carnival, talk series, talent contests, and art exhibitions. Festivities will continue until January, with future highlights such as a special cruise tour, the opening of a permanent history gallery, and a finale event.