How do we nurture our passions and work towards our goals while also taking care of ourselves? What questions do we need to ask ourselves? How and where can we seek professional and emotional support? And why does loving the work we do necessitate that we learn to love ourselves too? In his talk, […]
The Common Core in collaboration with our HK Learning Partner Friday is hosting a series of Refreshers in May for any student or staff looking to de-stress and just play around with art. In these sandbox sessions, you are welcome to come freely create and experiment with a mix of available materials and tools to […]
WeThrive is a university-wide learning programme designed to equip students with a set of intellectual, intrapersonal, and interpersonal capabilities for nurturing student positive strengths and holistic developments in the University and beyond. Topics will, among others, cover: What are ingredients to happiness and productivity? What roles do positive and negative emotions play in a thriving […]
REGISTER NOW Are you considering an internship but don’t know where to start? Are you starting your internship but don’t feel fully prepared yet? You are welcome to join our sharing session to get some tips for your upcoming internship journey! This session will address the following questions: - Do I need an internship? How […]
Tutors often struggle with ways to encourage student participation in tutorial classes. Sometimes the challenge is getting everyone to stay motivated and engaged. On top of that, how can tutors guide students in the development of communication skills? Join us for this hands-on and experiential workshop that guides tutors through a range of digital technologies […]
As part of our Future Readiness Initiative in collaboration with Common Core Learning Partner AFTEC, we are offering a unique opportunity for students to participate in theatre games and experiential activities in professional theatre settings. Free of Charge All UG students are welcome (Original price: $150 per student for each workshop, now fully subsidized by […]
As part of our Future Readiness Initiative in collaboration with Common Core Learning Partner AFTEC, we are offering a unique opportunity for students to participate in theatre games and experiential activities in professional theatre settings. Free of Charge All UG students are welcome (Original price: $150 per student for each workshop, now fully subsidized by […]
Come join our social gathering for Common Core tutors to network and get acquainted with fellow colleagues. Make friends, play games, and the opportunity to win prizes in a lucky draw!
NESS is organising a Climate week from 22nd to 28th August 2022 to raise the awareness for climate change and sustainable development in Hong Kong. We aim to mobilise the youth community and advance sustainable transition by operating as an interactive platform to gather ideas, and inspiring ideation for the wider community. Collaborating with social […]
As an initiative to provide a professional development path for tutors, the Common Core, in collaboration with the Centre for Applied English (CAES) and Communication-Intensive Courses (CiC), is hosting a 1-day workshop open to all Common Core tutors. Date: Monday, 29 August 2022 Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Location: Main Building Room 141 […]
All of us in the Common Core would like to warmly welcome new and experienced tutors to the first semester of teaching. We hope you can attend our orientation workshop, Future Ready Learning, on September 2, 2022, 10 am – 12 noon in the Digital Interactive Lab, 2/F of HKU Main Library. The session will […]
Welcome to the new academic year! Do you feel overwhelmed in the hectic new semester? Do you constantly worry about exams and GPA? Do you feel lost in peer pressure and find it difficult to make friends? Come and join the one-hour workshop to hear scientific insights and practical tips from positive psychology covering topics […]