Join us for a Hong Kong Premiere! This is a unique chance to see Americaville (2020) by US-based filmmaker and educator Adam James Smith. The film screening is followed by a Director's Talk with Q&A. Moderator: Nikolas Ettel (Faculty of Architecture, HKU) Venue: Wang Gungwu Lecture Hall, Graduate House, The University of Hong Kong Date: […]

These two workshops will focus on the practical application of improvisation and design thinking in teaching to enhance students’ critical thinking and imaginative capacities. The workshop will discuss practical strategies to guide students across deeper and more expansive levels of inquiry, adopt a mindset for experimentation, connect across disciplinary domains of knowledge, and encourage equitable […]

These two workshops will focus on the practical application of improvisation and design thinking in teaching to enhance students’ critical thinking and imaginative capacities. The workshop will discuss practical strategies to guide students across deeper and more expansive levels of inquiry, adopt a mindset for experimentation, connect across disciplinary domains of knowledge, and encourage equitable […]

In line with Black History Month, Women’s Month, and Transgender Day of Visibility, CCHU9079 Queer Art, Performance and Cities and CCHU9007 Sexuality and Gender: Diversity and Society are proud to screen this movie live with guest speakers to discuss the film’s impact and influence on today’s globalized society specially the LGBTQIA+ community.   Paris Is Burning is a 1990 American documentary […]

Abstract: An exploration of ritual practices in Chinese history and anthropology, as well as indigenous ritual theory concerning these practices, opens up a number of interesting comparative issues concerning religion, belief, and, of course, ritual itself.  This talk will discuss these themes and the larger implications these issues may have for our understandings. About the […]

The talk by Professor Robert Chen of University of Massachusetts Boston “Active Learning in Large Introductory Sciences Courses” was successfully held on 11 March 2024. The event was co-organized by the Common Core and Teaching and Learning Innovation Centre (TALIC).   Date: 11 March 2024 (Monday) Time: 4:00pm – 5:30pm Venue: RRS321, 3/F, Run Run […]

Abstract Colleagues are invited to participate in a workshop designed to delve into the application of artificial intelligence within educational technology. This session will first provide an analytical overview of multimedia communication tools. Then, participants will gain practical experience with Canva, enhancing their ability to craft visually engaging lessons. The workshop also offers a platform […]

Objectives At the end of the Symposium, participants will be able to: Understand visual and digital communication across the curriculum Embed visual and digital communication in courses Abstract The CiC Symposium 2024 will explore the intersection of the digital world and assessment in higher and professional education. The event will feature a keynote address by […]

Join us for a celebration of creativity, innovation, and the power of visual storytelling! Experience the magic of motion picture experiments and the exchange of visionary ideas from the brightest young minds. See a diverse selection of short films, masterfully crafted by talented students from The University of Hong Kong and prestigious universities across Europe. […]