Are you a budding entrepreneur? Want to know more about starting your own business and find like-minded folks who fit the bill? Join us with our recent competition Sliver Award winner, Jackson, founder of EC Innovation Limited, as he will share us about his entrepreneurship journey. 
 
After Jackson's sharing, you could have a chance to recruit new members to during the OpenMic session and feel free to mingle with others afterwards while enjoying our refreshment. 
 
Friday Dreamer Series aims to provide a relaxed and interactive environment where entrepreneurs can share their experience on various topics in entrepreneurship and start-up businesses, as well as cultivate a start-up community on our campus. Students, alumni, faculty and staff from ALL disciplines are welcome.

Date: 26th September, 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Venue: The Base, Room 1520A, Lift 29 -30
Registration: https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Reux86T6g6E0qq

Friendly reminder:
1. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email after registration. 
2. No walk-in will be accommodated. 
3. Please only register when you can make sure your presence. To ensure the efficiency of the event, a black list treatment will be deployed, lowering their priority in our following event. 
4. This is a recognized event in the “Personal Enrichment & Community Service" category under the "Self-directed Experience" of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 1.5 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins. Students of HMAW1905 must register with their ITSC email.

Join us for a fascinating 1-hour guided tour of the Library’s “Lost and Found in Hong Kong: The Unsung Chinese Heroes at D-Day” Exhibition! The exhibition curators will guide you through Lam Ping-yu’s life story and how it weaves into Hong Kong history, illustrating the city’s journey towards becoming the metropolis it is today.

The story begins with the discovery of Lam Ping-yu’s diary in a soon-to-be demolished residential building in Hong Kong and unfolds into the recently unearthed history of 24 Chinese naval officers who played a crucial role in the D-Day Landings and Operation Dragoon during the liberation of Southern France. During the tour, you will hear first-hand stories about the realities of war, countless depictions of excitement, frustration, envy, and even romance!

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the contributions of Chinese officers during World War II, this guided tour promises to be a memorable and enlightening experience. Come and explore this fascinating story with us!

Registration: https://lbcube.hkust.edu.hk/ce/index.php/event/10934/

Please note:

• This is a HMAW1905-recognized event in the “Personal Enrichment & Community Service” category under the “Self-directed Experience” of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundation of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 1 hour, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.
• Photos will be taken during the tour. By attending or participating in this event, you are giving your consent to be photographed and you are waiving any and all claims regarding the use of your image by the University.

Enquiry email: library@ust.hk

In this service, you will visit Love Cats Everyday’s shelter in Kwun Tong to understand the organization’s work and challenges ahead. You will assist the NGO's staff in cleaning the shelter and cages; and have the chance to show love and care to the 4-legged feline friends which are pending for adoption.

香港人多擠逼，同時亦住著成千上萬的流浪貓，更有市民遺棄的小動物，當中有部分有幸得到愛貓日子援救，提供糧食、醫療、及領養等服務。你會到訪機構位於觀塘的貓舍，協助清潔貓舍和貓籠、與貓隻互動，並了解機構的工作及所面對的挑戰。

Date: 24 Oct 2025 (Fri)
Time: 10:10am - 12:30pm
Gathering Time & Venue: 10:10am @Kwun Tong

# You are required to attend the whole service program, including Briefing, Service & Debriefing.

Remark:1. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email from connect@ust.hk, and will be able to find their application status listed as "Confirmed" on the Social Career portal/app.

2. Volunteers should not be afraid of cats and should have no allergies to animals.

3. Volunteers should be ready to clean the cat shelter and animal excrement, and perform other duties as assigned by the association to ensure safety.

4. Casual wear, long pants and sneakers are recommended. You may also bring an extra set of clean clothes for changing if needed.

5. [Penalty for withdrawal after 19 Oct and/or absence] This service is fully subsidized by Comfort Paws Program. If you are unable to participate in the program as scheduled, you should send us a written notification to connect@ust.hk no later than 19 Oct 2025 (Sun). Participants who withdraw from the Program after 19 Oct 2025 or are absent from the Program will be charged an HKD120 program fee.

6. [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the “Personal Enrichment & Community Service” category under the "Self-directed Experience" of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 2 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins.

7. Upon completion of the service, the actual service hours will be subjected to the confirmation of the partner association.

8. Enquiry: serene.liu@ust.hk

Sign up here by 19/10/2025 12:00AM

https://app.socialcareer.org/en/volunteers/6e36fc43-965d-4e61-b28e-7e65a39facf1

Sustainable Development Goal(s):SDG 15

About the talk:   The speaker will explore genetics, inheritance, fertility issues, IVF, and more, making this topic accessible whether you’re planning a family or simply curious. The talk will also include a 10 minute VR demo of the human reproductive system.

About the Speaker: Dr. Amin, a PhD holder in Molecular Medicine from HKUST, is an innovative educator and researcher. His teaching, enhanced by Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and AI, has earned him prestigious awards, including the Educational Technology Innovation GOLD Award (2024) and the Thetos Early Career Distinguished Teaching Award (2024-25).

Registration link: https://library.hkust.edu.hk/ce/event/10868

For enquiries, please contact lbcaplan@ust.hk

• This is a HMAW1905-recognized event in the "Personal Enrichment & Community Service" category under the "Self-directed Experience" of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness.
• To receive 1.5 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins.
• The talk will be recorded and photos will be taken during the talk. By attending or participating in this event, you are giving your consent to be photographed and video recorded and you are waiving any and all claims regarding the use of your image by the University.

This talk supports the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being
SDG 5:  Gender Equality

Cambodian Children’s Fund (CCF) is a Non-Government Organization based in Cambodia which transforms the country's most impoverished kids into tomorrow's leaders, by delivering education, family support and community development programs into the heart of Cambodia’s most impoverished communities. CCF is going to hold a Gala Dinner in Hong Kong to celebrate the impactful efforts of their supporters, their achievements of the past year, and to continue providing life-enhancing opportunities for the children under CCF care. This event is crucial to fund raising to support the education and welfare of vulnerable children in Cambodia.
We are now recruiting volunteers to facilitate and support the operation of the event. (For more information about CCF, please visit: https://www.cambodianchildrensfund.org/)

Briefing:
Date: 23 Oct 2025 (Thu)
Time: 4:30 - 5:30pm
Venue: HKUST Campus

Service:
Date: 1 Nov 2025 (Sat)
Time: 3:30 - 11:30pm
Venue: Aberdeen

# You are required to attend the Briefing, and should be available for the entire service duration.

Remark:

1. [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the "Self-directed Experience" component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 9 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins.

2. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email from connect@ust.hk, and will be able to find their application status listed as "Confirmed" on the Social Career portal/app.

3. Upon completion of the service, the actual service hours will be subject to the confirmation of the partner association.

4. Break and food will be provided for volunteers during your service period.

5. You will be given a T-shirt to wear on that day. Please wear black trousers and black shoes.

6. Enquiry: saaudreyting@ust.hk

Sign up here by 20/10/2025 11:59PM

https://app.socialcareer.org/en/volunteers/5791afa1-54d0-43d6-b1d6-bbf639043143?utm_source=portal&utm_medium=share_link 

Sustainable Development Goal(s): SDG 1, SDG 4, SDG 10

This hands-on workshop is designed to equip participants with essential skills in video shooting, editing, and storytelling—specifically tailored for creating engaging science content on social media platforms such as Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts.

REGISTER HERE: https://cle.hkust.edu.hk/extracurricular/language-events/reels-shorts-science

If you have any enquiries, please contact lchuiling@ust.hk.

Ready for a journey that helps you discover the best version of yourself? The Outward Bound Leadership Camp takes you on a journey of self-discovery, impelling you to undertake challenging outdoor adventures. It allows you to discover what you are truly capable of, creating and harnessing the passion and self-belief that can influence you to be a better leader.   

Selected students can receive generous Award from the Providence Foundation and the Outward Bound Trust Hong Kong to participate in this Outward Bound Leadership Camp.  Don’t miss the fun! 

Date of the Camp: 5 – 9 Jan 2026 (5-day) 

Fee: HK$875 including insurance; the remaining camp fee HK$5,000 is covered by the Award given by the Providence Foundation   

Pre-camp Sessions 

Session 1: 24 Nov 2025 (Mon) 6:15-7:15pm 

Session 2: 29 Dec 2025 (Mon) 11:00am-12:00 noon 

Post-camp Session  

12 Jan 2026 (Mon) 11:00am-12:30pm 

Application: Click HERE to apply by 2 Nov 2025 (Sun) [Application deadline has been extended!]

Enquiry: Tel: 2358-5880 / Email: cpjourney@ust.hk 

Remarks: Group interview will be held in Early Nov. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified via email. 

Unlock the essentials of Chinese business dining! Learn simple Mandarin phrases to invite someone for a meal, accept or politely decline, and make basic food orders. We'll also cover simple key cultural points, like the host often pays. Navigate your next business meal with understanding and confidence.

Confidently answer "What do you do?" in Mandarin! Learn essential vocabulary for common job titles and how to describe basic work responsibilities. You'll practice asking and answering simple questions about your role within a company and describing your main tasks. A great way to expand your professional conversational skills.

Discover your Chinese Zodiac animal and bring it to life with origami! In this fun, hands-on workshop, you'll learn the fascinating story of the Zodiac and master simple folding techniques to create charming paper animals. It's a delightful way to connect with Chinese culture, craft a symbol of good fortune, and take home your own adorable creation. Fold your way to fun and luck!