Student-Led Projects and Activities

The Common Core fosters a culture of leadership, entrepreneurship, and initiative. We back students with funding, guidance, and logistical support to transform their ideas into meaningful action. 

Below, explore the latest student-led projects and events supported by the Common Core. See something that inspires you? Connect directly with the organisers to get involved.

Upcoming

FROM PROJECT TO CONFERENCE 101: Abstract and Presentation Workshop

FROM PROJECT TO CONFERENCE 101: Abstract and Presentation Workshop is a student-led initiative led by research postgraduates, which will help students to distill their research into a compelling abstract, structure a clear and engaging presentation, and leave with a submission ready draft built from their own work.

Event details:
Date: 26 March 2026 (Thursday), 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Student organiser: CORTEX student team (cortexhku@gmail.com)

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Room Escape Game: SDG Survival Challenges

“Zombie Room Escape: SDGs Survival Challenge” is a student-led initiative, aiming to help participants to visualize the impact of individual actions on sustainability and to raise awareness of the SDGs through practical application. Conducted in one taster session and one full game session, the game itself comprises three themed zones — Mental Health, Environmental, Cultural Integration — each representing a cluster of SDGs. Each room features 3–4 interactive challenges linked to real-world sustainability issues.

Event details:
Date of Event: 28 Feb 2026, 20 – 22 Jun 2026
Student organiser: G17 Hong Kong Team (g17hongkongsar@gmail.com)

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Past Events

If you interested in organising your own projects or activities with support from the Common Core, check out the Leadership and Impact Award or the Transdisciplinary Experiential Learning Fund. Any questions may be directed to commoncore@hku.hk.