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 toย transform their ideas into meaningful action.ย 

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

Conference for Research and Transdisciplinary Experiential Learning 2026

“Conference for Research and Transdisciplinary Experiential Learning 2026” is a student-led platform for undergraduates to present and publish their transdisciplinary ideas. Regular conference papers, research projects, experiential reports, and undergraduate theses that integrate insights across disciplines are welcome.

Event details:
๐Ÿ“Œ Submission Deadline: ๐Ÿ•๐ญ๐ก ๐‰๐ฎ๐ง๐ž ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”
๐Ÿ“Œ Conference Date: ๐Ÿ’๐ญ๐ก ๐‰๐ฎ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ”
๐Ÿ“ Venue: The University of Hong Kong (virtual participation also available)

Learn More ยป

Culture Quest: Heart of Asia

“Culture Quest: Heart of Asia” is a student-led initiative, allowing participants to travel through four regions of Asia โ€” each with its own stories, languages, and creative traditions. Participants will join handsโ€‘on activities, cultural surprises, and moments of reflection that connect them to values shared across communities.

Event details:
Date of Event: Saturday, 6th June 2026
Venue: MB150, Common Core & BASc Lounge
Time: 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Learn More ยป

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 โ€” Mental Health, Environmental, Cultural Integration โ€” each representing a cluster of SDGs. Each room features 3โ€“4 interactive challenges linked to real-world sustainability issues.

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

Learn More ยป

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.