My parents were not well-educated, but they always wanted me to be a kind-hearted person.

The kinship I feel towards the University stems from a personal tragedy. In 2004, during my final year of undergraduate studies, my father suddenly passed away. It was a devastating moment for my family and me.

From the professors to my classmates and peers, everyone came to our aid. A fellow classmate even helped me draft a letter to the University to request assistance through the emergency grant. I will always be grateful for how much HKUST supported my family during our difficult time.

HKUST will always be our home. To cultivate a community of kindness and gratitude, I invite you all to be a donor, and I will send you a personalized pin.

Personalized Cartoon Pin:

Question: What is a Personalized Cartoon Pin?
Answer: A Personalized Cartoon Pin is created using AI software based on the photo you provide. The pin measures 44mm in diameter and can be worn at any HKUST events.

Question: Who can join this HKUST Personalized Pin Campaign?
Answer: We welcome all HKUST students, alumni, faculty members, colleagues, stakeholders, and supporters to join the HKUST Personalized Pin Campaign and make a meaningful contribution to the HKUST Alumni Endowment Fund (AEF).

Question: Can I get the personalized pin after I apply for the Alumni Homecoming Feast, which is held on December 7, 2024?
Answer: No, you will need to make a separate donation to the HKUST Alumni Endowment Fund to receive the pin. We encourage you to do so, and we would love to see you wearing the pin at any HKUST event!

Question: Can I donate multiple times and receive multiple pins?
Answer: Yes, you are welcome to donate as often as you like. A pin will be sent to you for each donation made.

Donation:

Question: Will I get a confirmation after I complete my online donation?
Answer: Yes. A confirmation email will be sent to you once you have completed the online donation procedure. Please check your Junk / Spam email folder just in case the confirmation email was filtered there. You are recommended to add our email give2ust@ust.hk to your "safe" list.

Question: What impact will my donation have if I contribute to HKUST Alumni Endowment Fund (AEF)?
Answer: Your donation will go to the HKUST Alumni Endowment Fund (AEF), which is a perpetual fund designed to provide ongoing support to students. By utilizing its annual investment income, AEF has been supporting a wide range of student-related initiatives, including scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships, grants, student activities and more. If you have another specific purpose, please contact us at give2ust@ust.hk.

Question: Can I deduct my donation from my taxes?
Answer: A donation to HKUST of HK$100 or above is tax deductible in Hong Kong.

Question: Will there be any import tax if the pin is delivered to an address outside of Hong Kong?
Answer: Deliveries to destinations outside Hong Kong may incur duties and taxes based on the specific regulations of each country or region. Please note that the HKUST Convocation does not impose any customs duties, and recipients are liable for any duties and taxes levied by the destination country or region. The HKUST Convocation cannot refund shipping costs or donations for items that are declined by the recipient due to customs charged on the pin.

What is the period of this campaign?
Answer: The campaign commenced on November 16, 2024 and will run until March 31, 2025. The HKUST Convocation has the sole discretion to extend or adjust the campaign period. Donations must be made during the campaign period to be eligible for receiving the pin.

Payment, Security and Confidentiality

Question: Is the donation subject to the HKUST Privacy Policy?
Answer: Yes. For more information, please visit https://alum.hkust.edu.hk/privacy-policy.

Question: What payment methods are available?
Answer: We accept credit cards (Visa/MasterCard/UnionPay), Faster Payment System (FPS), cheque and bank transfer. Payments are made through our secure online donation platform.

Question: What happens if I choose to pay by cheque or bank transfer?
Answer: After you have submitted your donation information online, you will receive an email acknowledgement setting out the details about how to complete your cheque / bank transfer payment.

Question: Is it possible to pay by credit card over the phone?
Answer: No. We are sorry that credit card payments can only be processed through our online donation platform.

Question: How will my name, portrait and address be used during the pin production process?
Answer: The name and portrait collected will be sent to the production house for pin production. Mailing information will be shared with the production house and delivery company solely for delivery purposes. The portraits collected will be disposed of one month after production.

Delivery:

Question: Can I collect the pin in-person?
Answer: We do not offer in-person collection at this time.

Question: How and when will the pin be delivered?
Answer: If the delivery address is in Hong Kong, the pin will be delivered by SF courier or Hong Kong post within 4 working days after (1) Confirmation of your donation and (2) Completing Delivery form.
Delivery times in working days (Mon-Fri) under normal conditions:

• Hong Kong: 4
• Mainland: 6-10
• International: 10-20

Linking Alumni and University

The HKUST Convocation was established in November 2010. It seeks to reflect the thoughts and ideas of HKUST management and present to alumni a clearer picture of the University's development. It contributes by

• offering help and ideas to HKUST
• promoting good relations between HKUST and the general public
• contributing to fundraising efforts
• promoting HKUST objectives and activities

 

Click here to get to know the Standing Committee 2023-2025

All degree graduates of HKUST are members of the Convocation, which is administered by a nine-person Standing Committee, elected by alumni. They meet regularly among themselves, and with senior management and students to foster tighter communications among all HKUST stakeholders.

The Chairman of the Convocation's Standing Committee, elected by its members, sits on the University Council as a representative of alumni, takes part in important HKUST occasions and sits on various committees including the Campus Development Committee.

Highlights of 13th Convocation AGM
Notice of 13th Convocation AGM
Announcement of the nominations of the 7th Convocation Standing Committee 2023-25
Election Results of the 7th Convocation Standing Committee 2023-25
 

Convocation Event Photos

Further details on HKUST Convocation

Please contact us at convocation@ust.hk