Events

The Department of Design of Saint Francis University (SFU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Association of Motion Picture Post Production Professionals (AMP4) at AI Academy during the FILMART, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council in late March. 

(from left to right) Mr Eddie Chan, Programme Leader of Film and Media Production of SFU; Mr Tony Chow, Permanent Honorary President of AMP4; Mr Mak Chun Hung, President of AMP4; took a memorable photo after signing ceremony together with SFU representatives including, Mr Gary Lam, Department Head of Design; Prof Stephen Cheung Yan-leung, President; Prof Annie Bligh, Provost; Ms Joanna Kwok, Head of Industry University Partnerships Office.

The Alliance of Universities of Applied Sciences held its inaugural international forum in late February 2026 under the theme "Industry–Academia–Government Collaboration to Advance the Development of Vocational and Applied Education." The forum brought together government officials, academic leaders, industry elites and international experts to explore how universities of applied sciences can foster cross-sector collaboration, drive innovation and nurture talent. Saint Francis University (SFU) was invited to attend the forum and host a panel session together with industry representatives.


The Alliance of Universities of Applied Sciences held its first International Symposium late February 2026. Pictured is a group photo featuring Prof Stephen Cheung Yan-leung (forth left), President of SFU; Dr Choi Yuk-lin (sixth left), Secretary for Education; and other attending guests.


(from left to right) Dr Choi Ching Man Tiffany, Programme Leader of Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy; Prof Chan Tak Mau Simon, Dean of Graduate Studies; together with panelists, Mr Kenneth Au Yeung, President of Hong Kong Physiotherapists' Union; Ms Cora Chu, CEO of Dialogue in the Dark; Ms Joanna Kwok, Head of Industry University Partnerships Office; Dr Turo Kilpeläinen, President and CEO of the LAB University of Applied Sciences;  Prof Chan Sin Wai, Dean of Ip Ying To Lee Yu Yee School of Humanities and Languages & Dr Wan Lap Man, Executive Director of Hong Kong Playground Association; plus SFU senior management, Prof Lo Tit Wing, Vice-President (Research and Development) and  Prof Annie Bligh, Provost attended. 

Industry University Partnerships Office successfully  hosted our inaugural Conference, "CEO Dialogue in the AI Era" in enhancing industry partnerships between Saint Francis University (SFU) with business circles. Over 100 participants, with 15 Supporting Organisations engaged  in this event.

• Asia CEO Community 
• Asia Executive Development Association (AEDA)
• Asia Family Office Foundation (AFOF)
• CFA Society Hong Kong (CFAHK)
• Chinese Western Culture Arts Association (CWCAA)
• CXO Committee, Central 100
• Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company Limited
• Financial Services Development Council (FSDC)
• HK Applied Science & Technology Research Institute (ASTRI)
• HK Computer Society (HKCS)
• HK Institute of Bankers (HKIB)
• HK Internet & Ecoomerce Assoication (HKIECA)
• HK Investor Relations Association (HKIRA)
• HK Science & Technology Parks (HKSTP)
• HK Synergetic Alliance (HKSA)

     

Thanks to our 15 Supporting Organizations.

Prof Stephen Cheung Yan-leung, President of SFU, delivered a welcome remarks. Ms Grace Li Wai Ting, Principal Assistant Secretary (Further Education) of Education Bureau, shared her greeting remarks. Prof Annie Bligh, Provost of SFU, introduced Industry University Partnerships Office partnership opportunities.

Mr Esmond Lee, Honorary Advisor of HKIB, Former Executive Director, Financial Infrastructure Department of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA); Prof Sunny Wong, Executive Director of CWCAA and  Former Chairman of Carlsberg Greater China; Dr Ted Suen, CEO of ASTRI and Former President of HKCS.

Our heartfelt gratitude to our 3 speakers for their sharing.
Prof Sunny Wong; Prof Anthony Chan Hing Hung, Dean of Yam Pak Charitable Foundation School of Computing and Information Sciences; Prof Annie Bligh; Dr Ted Suen; Mr Esmond Lee; Ms Joanna Kwok, Head of Industry University Partnerships Office.

Valuable insight gathering panel discussion.

Prof Stephen Cheung Yan-leung together with Ms Grace Li; Mr Albert Chow, Executive Director of Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications; Mr Luke Chu, President of Hong Kong Internet & Ecommerce Association; Mr Joseph Ho; Ms Sara Law and Ms Jessica Chan, the Cosmetic & Perfumery Association of Hong Kong; Prof Simon Chan and Ms Joanna Kwok of SFU.

Mr Albert Chow, Prof Sunny Wong and Prof Annie Bligh attended with our guests including Mr David Lau, Prof Kevin Yue, and  Prof Lo Tit Wing, Dr Anna Ng Hoi Nga and Prof Simon Chan Tak Mau of SFU.

Ms Jennifer Veigel, Austrian Trade Commissioner, attended the event.

Mr Edward Cheung, Sai Kung District Council Member, attended the event.

Thanks to a bunch of guests supporting and attending the event.

Ms Joanna Kwok together with Mr So Kam Pang Stephen, Specialist; Prof Anthony Chan Hing Hung; Dr Hang Ching Nam,  Assistant Professor; Mr Tsang Kin Kei Keith, Programme Leader & Prof Wong Sing Wing Dennis, Professor of School of Computing and Information Sciences (CIS).

Mr Fletcher Ng, COO of AEDA, and Mr Michael Wong, Co-President of AFOF, together with speaker Prof Sunny Wong and Ms Joanna Kwok.
   

Industry University Partnerships Office (IUPO) acted as co-organiser and Ms Joanna Kwok, Head of IUPO served as moderator of this executive leadership gathering.

Industry University Partnerships Office (IUPO) acted as a strategic partner and Ms Joanna Kwok, Head of IUPO, served as moderator in supporting the health seminar.