Winter Issue, 2010

As HKU begins two years of celebrations marking its Centenary, Professor Wang Gungwu, former Vice-Chancellor and world-renowned historian, will engage in a dialogue with staff, students, alumni and friends on the University’s past and what the future heralds. Professor Wang will reflect on the significant events in 1887 and 1911 that led to the founding of the University. He will share his insights on how history could inform the 2011 celebrations and HKU© s role in a globalised and fast-changing world. He will also explore HKU© s future development in the context of China© s rise to become the second largest economy in the world. Register at http://100.hku.hk 1887, 1911, 2011... DECODING HKU 解碼港大 A Conversation with Professor Wang Gungwu Time: 12:00 - 14:00 Venue: Fung Ping Shan Building University Museum and Art Gallery The University of Hong Kong Language: English