Feeling overwhelmed? Take a pause and join our Singing Bowl Workshop. Immerse yourself in soothing tones and gentle vibrations that promote deep relaxation, stress relief, and mindfulness. Let the harmonious sounds restore your inner balance and guide you toward peace. 

Singing Bowl Workshop

Date: 26 November 2025 (Wednesday)

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Venue: Room 207, Shaw Auditorium

Please register here to reserve your spot by 24 November 2025 (Monday): https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ekDgosBLcVlGkES

(This is an HMAW1905-recognised event, but ALL SBM students are welcome!)

Remarks: 

1. For your comfort and safety: The workshop is designed for relaxation, but if you have hearing sensitivity, are pregnant, have medical conditions (e.g., recent surgery), or are experiencing significant mental health challenges, please consult your healthcare provider and participate at your own pace.
2. The registration is on first-come-first-served basis and may close early once all spots are filled. Confirmation will be sent upon successful registration.
3. This is a HMAW1905-recognised 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 per session, student must attend the workshop in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.

~ Songwriting, Sing it, Write it, Own it! ~

Have you ever considered turning your thoughts into a song but not sure where to start?

Join us for the fun Songwriting Workshop, where you can explore how to turn your thoughts, feelings and ideas into music even if it is your first try!

Dates: Nov 10, 2025 (Mon) 
Time: 12:30 - 14:00 (1.5 hours)
Format: In-person Workshop (in Shaw Auditorium)
Facilitators: Miss Evelyn LAU (SBM Student Wellness Manager) & Miss Rachel LUI (SBM Student Wellness Officer)

To register, please complete this form by November 6 (Thursday): https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_41pb5ViySujdK5w

(This is an HMAW1905-recognised event, but ALL SBM students are welcome!)

Note 1: This is a HMAW1905-recognised 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, students must attend both classes in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.

Are you looking for a peaceful and inspiring activity? Our upcoming Zentangle and Mandala Workshops are perfect for anyone — no art experience necessary. It’s a perfect way to relax, de-stress, and discover your creative side in a peaceful and welcoming environment.

💜Peace of Art: Zentangle and Mandala Workshops🕊️

(You may choose to join either or both workshops)

Session 1: Zentangle Workshop

Date: October 30, 2025 (Thu)

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Venue: Room 1104 (Lift 19)

Session 2: Mandala Workshop

Date: November 5, 2025 (Wed)

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Venue: Room 1104 (Lift 19)

Please register here to reserve your spot by October 23 (Thursday): https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3xauoC4YpuHbfTw

(This is an HMAW1905-recognised event, but ALL SBM students are welcome!)

Remarks: 

1. All materials will be provided.
2. The registration is on first-come-first-served basis and may close early once all spots are filled. Confirmation will be sent upon successful registration.
3. This is a HMAW1905-recognised 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 per session, student must attend the workshop in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.

Are you looking for a peaceful and inspiring activity? Our upcoming Zentangle and Mandala Workshops are perfect for anyone — no art experience necessary. It’s a perfect way to relax, de-stress, and discover your creative side in a peaceful and welcoming environment.

💜Peace of Art: Zentangle and Mandala Workshops🕊️

(You may choose to join either or both workshops)

Session 1: Zentangle Workshop

Date: October 30, 2025 (Thu)

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Venue: Room 1104 (Lift 19)

Session 2: Mandala Workshop

Date: November 5, 2025 (Wed)

Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Venue: Room 1104 (Lift 19)

Please register here to reserve your spot by October 23 (Thursday): https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3xauoC4YpuHbfTw

(This is an HMAW1905-recognised event, but ALL SBM students are welcome!)

Remarks: 

1. All materials will be provided.
2. The registration is on first-come-first-served basis and may close early once all spots are filled. Confirmation will be sent upon successful registration.
3. This is a HMAW1905-recognised 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 per session, student must attend the workshop in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.

If you have any enquiries, please feel free to reach out to Maisy (maisylam@ust.hk) or Hazel (achazel@ust.hk). We look forward to creating and relaxing together!

Best regards,

SBM Student Wellness Team

Light Clay Time

Do you enjoy hands-on creativity? Want to relax, de-stress, and make something unique with your own two hands?

Here’s your chance to explore your artistic side with light clay and connect with fellow students in a creative and relaxing environment!

Date: Oct 30, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM (1.5 hours)

Format: In-person Workshop (in LSK)

Facilitators: Miss Christine To (Student Wellness Officer)

To register, please complete this form by Oct 26 (Sunday) : 

👉https://ust.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3av9vu8CfqLaOaO

(This is an HMAW1905-recognised event, but ALL SBM students are welcome!)

Note: This is a HMAW1905-recognised 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, students must attend the class in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.

For inquiries, please get in touch with Christine (christineto@ust.hk). We look forward to seeing you!

Want to enhance your intercultural skills and build stronger connections on campus and beyond? This self-pace online module equips you with the knowledge and skills to navigate intercultural interactions and thrive in our diverse campus and Hong Kong community. Explore topics like self-awareness, overcoming stereotypes, understanding bias, and building inclusive dialogue through four engaging chapters, each with exercises to reflect on your experiences collaborating with people different from you.  

Completion Period 1: 31 Oct 2025- 30 Nov 2025  

Complete DVST1010 during this period to enter a lucky draw to win a laptop sleeve (100 available)!     

Remarks: 

• This module 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 hour, you must complete the module in full.  to get Your HMAW1905-recognized hour will be uploaded based on your completion record on 1 Dec 2025.

• To complete DSVT1010 Cultural Sensitivity for Thriving in a Diverse Community in full, finish all the videos and activities to get all points, plus the quiz (7/10 correct; multiple attempts allowed!).  

Ready to Get Started? 

👉 Step 1: Sign in with your HKUST email here.   
👉 Step 2: Find DVST1010 & click “Begin Course” 
👉 Step 3: Complete all videos/exercises and a quiz to get your e-certificate! If you get it on or before 1 Dec 2025, your record will automatically enter the lucky draw! 

Enquiry email: dstohmw@ust.hk 

A group of FINA students has created a trading game and invites Year 1 students to participate. This interactive game offers a hands-on introduction to finance and portfolio management. Participants will take on the role of portfolio managers, aiming to maximize profits for a client starting with USD 25,000 over a simulated 5-year period. Students can build their portfolios by selecting from various stocks and bonds with different risk profiles and responding to market news and rumors. The event consists of multiple rounds, providing ample opportunities for teamwork, strategy development, and learning about real-world trading dynamics. It’s a fun and practical way to experience financial markets for the first time.

Event Overview

Date: November 28, 2025 (Fri)

Time: 12:00nn – 1:30pm

Venue: Room 2303, HKUST

Target Students: Year 1 students from FINA, QFIN, or SGFN

Grouping: Around 25 students in 5 groups (can sign up as group or individually, maximum 5 students per group)

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 minutes.

Parameters (like group sizes or round numbers) may adjust slightly based on final participation, but we’ll keep you updated.

Inquiry: Ms. Miki YEUNG at mikiyeung@ust.hk 

Hong Kong Special Needs Sports Institute is a social enterprise providing professional sport training to the people with special needs. The Institute aims at exploring their potential abilities, facilitating their physical development, improving their concentration and enhancing their social networking skills by individualized sport interventions. They are now recruiting the volunteers to help promote their services in “ Social Enterprise Summit 2025” and “Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit”.

香港特殊需要體育學院是一所為有特殊需要人士提供運動訓練的社企。學院旨在以運動發掘有特殊需要人士的潛能，透過規劃適合的運動處方，促進體格發展、改善專注力及社交能力。現正招募義工在「社企民間高峰會 2025」及「 樂齡科技博覽暨高峰會」展覽中為學院進行服務推廣。

Hong Kong Special Needs Sports Institute is a social enterprise providing professional sport training to the people with special needs. The Institute aims at exploring their potential abilities, facilitating their physical development, improving their concentration and enhancing their social networking skills by individualized sport interventions. They are now recruiting the volunteers to help promote their services in “ Social Enterprise Summit 2025” and “Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit”.

香港特殊需要體育學院是一所為有特殊需要人士提供運動訓練的社企。學院旨在以運動發掘有特殊需要人士的潛能，透過規劃適合的運動處方，促進體格發展、改善專注力及社交能力。現正招募義工在「社企民間高峰會 2025」及「 樂齡科技博覽暨高峰會」展覽中為學院進行服務推廣。

Hong Kong Special Needs Sports Institute is a social enterprise providing professional sport training to the people with special needs. The Institute aims at exploring their potential abilities, facilitating their physical development, improving their concentration and enhancing their social networking skills by individualized sport interventions. They are now recruiting the volunteers to help promote their services in “ Social Enterprise Summit 2025” and “Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit”.

香港特殊需要體育學院是一所為有特殊需要人士提供運動訓練的社企。學院旨在以運動發掘有特殊需要人士的潛能，透過規劃適合的運動處方，促進體格發展、改善專注力及社交能力。現正招募義工在「社企民間高峰會 2025」及「 樂齡科技博覽暨高峰會」展覽中為學院進行服務推廣。