Convocation Newsletter, Spring 2019

51 From Fraternity to Eternity Ricci Hall 90th Anniversary 1 Ricci Hall 90th Anniversary “Poon Choi” Dinner on Feb 24, 2019: Around 400 participants, including alumni, guests, hallmates, Fr John Russell SJ, Fr Sean Coghlan, Fr Marciano Baptista, Fr Robert Ng and Warden Fr John Yong Tang from the Society of Jesuit, kicked off the yearlong celebration. The evening was drawn to a perfect end with Ricci Cheer, led by Justin Chiu 趙子輿 (BEcon&Fin, Year III; Chairman of Ricci Hall Students’ Association, HKUSU), echoing the powerful voices of different generations of Riccians 2 3 4 Ricci Spirits and Brotherhood: A Photo exhibition directed by Anthony Fan 范家朗 (Riccian 2014) and archival curations by Ricci Hall Archives Conservation and Acquisition Project (RHACAP) were highlights of the celebrations. Upcoming celebrations include Matteo Ricci Musical and Decade Reunion Dinners. Stay tuned: facebook: Ricci Hall HKU 5 With the enormous support of alumni, The Ricci Hall Trust has received pledges of HK$2 million at an auction of the Ricci Hall model produced by a Riccian. Donations will benefit Riccian students and the development of Ricci Hall. 3 1 4 2 5 CONVOCATION NEWSLETTER