As the beginning of the new term in September, the residents’ associations and non-residential halls organised a series of orientation activities for UC students to kick off their upcoming university life.

Adam Schall Residence

Adam Schall Residence organised a three-day orientation week, including various activities, such as the ASR Hunt, mass competitions, etc. These events aimed to introduce new residents to the facilities of Adam Schall Residence and foster connections among residents from different academic years. This year, nearly 80 freshmen participated in the activities. The three-day event was marked by a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, with participants quickly forming strong connections.

Bethlehem Hall

Bethlehem Hall hosted a wide variety of welcoming activities, including an ice breaking session and BH Night. During the ice breaking session, students built trust and fostered team spirit by playing the classic Hong Kong game – Dummy Power Station, which also helped strengthen friendships within Bethlehem’s diverse community. The BH Night was lively with two clans- Soaring Eagle and Beth River competing in energetic and interactive games in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Over 60 residents and college staff members joined the BH welcoming dinner, sitting together to enjoy a hearty meal and an exciting lucky draw. With the lively social interactions, this evening offered a heartfelt welcome to the start of the academic term.

Chan Chun Ha Hostel

To assist residents in integrating into hostel life, residents were divided into four different groups, during the orientation week of Chan Chun Ha Hostel. They had a great time participating in the ice-breaking games and group competitions organised by the Residents’ Association. In these four days, residents also made new friends and broadened their social circle.

Hang Seng Hall

Hang Seng hosted a month-long orientation activities throughout September, aiming to help students better adapt to hostel life and get to know each other. Various activities were carried out every night for students, such as ice breaking game, mass game, soup nights, and late-night tea sessions. There were also sharing sessions to introduce the work of the Residents’ Association.

Through this diverse and engaging series of events, students enjoyed a vibrant hostel experience and created lasting memories during their time at Hang Seng Hall.

Choi Kai Yau Residence

To help the first cohort of residents fully experience hostel life and build connections with one another, the Choi Kai Yau Residence Organising Committee drew on their experience to plan a four-day orientation week, which attracted nearly 80 participants.

During these four days, a wide spectrum of activities had been conducted, including CKYR Hunt,  ice breaking games, and Mr & Mrs elections, etc. Residents actively participated in the events, marked a lively and heartwarming beginning to their hostel journey.

Pak Chuen Hall

Pak Chuen Hall held a series of activities during the orientation week in September, which attracted over 100 freshmen to join the activities. The activities featured a variety of engaging events, including a lively disco night and a thrilling mini ghost house. One of the highlights was the “Pak Chuen Music Party,” where local singer Eric Lam was invited as a guest performer, adding excitement and energy to the celebration.

The lively atmosphere throughout the orientation activities provided non-residential students with a memorable and enriching experience.

Ping Fan Hall

The fun began with O-Tea, where over 80 freshmen gathered for a relaxed afternoon of mass games and delicious food! The event served as a perfect icebreaker, helping non-residential students connect and form their first friendships on campus.

The energy soared at O-Night, where participants teamed up for exciting games before hitting the dance floor for an epic disco! From making new friends to creating unforgettable memories, this special event for non-residential students fostered strong bonds and built a close-knit community.