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HKSYU Department of History Holds Annual Retreat to Plan for the New Academic Year
The Department of History at Hong Kong Shue Yan University successfully held its annual retreat. The meeting was jointly chaired by Professor He Qiliang, Professor and Head of the Department, and Dr Agnes Pang Suk Man, Associate Professor and Associate Head. Professor Selina Chan Ching, Academic Vice President, and Dr Alex Li Wang-on, Associate Academic Vice President (University Research), also attended the meeting and offered valuable guidance. Participants reviewed the Department’s teaching experience over the past academic year and discussed its plans and priorities for the year ahead.
Three student representatives were invited to share their learning experiences in the History major and the three-credit Work Placement course, with particular emphasis on the practical learning outcomes of the Education Concentration.
The Education Concentration comprises 15 credits, including two required courses—Work Placement and Pedagogy of History Teaching—as well as three elective courses. By integrating academic knowledge with practical training, the Concentration helps students acquire professional knowledge and essential teaching skills, providing valuable preparation for careers in education and related professional fields. The student representatives also offered constructive suggestions and valuable perspectives on the Department’s future development.
Following the meeting, the Department hosted a networking luncheon attended by Professor Ricardo Mak King-sang, MH, External Examiner of the Department of History and Director of Public Examinations at the Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority; Professor Selina Chan Ching, Academic Vice President; and members of the Department’s teaching staff. Participants exchanged views and engaged in in-depth discussions on curriculum design, student development and the enhancement of teaching quality.
Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Venue: Room LC910, Library Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Events
Academic Study Tour and Exchange Activity, Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
The “Maritime China · Southern Fujian Culture Study Camp” was successfully concluded recently. The event was hosted by the School of History and Cultural Heritage of Xiamen University, organized by the Center for Research on Local Historical Documents, and co-organized by the Department of History of Hong Kong Shue Yan University. The program aimed to deepen academic exchange and cooperation between our Department and Mainland academic institutions.
Led jointly by Dr. Pang Suk Man and Dr. Rong Zongliu, the delegation consisted of 12 undergraduate students and 3 postgraduate students who traveled to Fujian for a five-day academic study and exchange program with faculty and students from the Mainland. The collaborative achievements of this exchange have been published on the WeChat public platform (https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/mRuy1jaGvlYTF9Gd0ReGDw).
Please find below the detailed schedule and program highlights:
June 23, 2026
Venue: The Anthropology Museum of Xiamen University
The study camp officially commenced. Faculty and students from both regions visited the Museum of Anthropology together, gaining an in-depth understanding of the origins of Southern Fujian culture, Minnan–Taiwan folk customs, and prehistoric archaeological artifacts.
June 24, 2026
Venue: Room 320, Nangguang Building, Xiamen University
The opening ceremony of the study camp was held. Professor Zhang Kan of Xiamen University and Dr. Pang Suk Man of Hong Kong Shue Yan University delivered opening remarks on behalf of the organizers.
This was followed by expert lectures delivered by Professors Zheng Zhenman, Michael A. Szonyi, Huang Xiangchun, Rong Dao, Pang Suk Man, Otani Toru, Li Chunyuan, and Zheng Li, broadening students’ research perspectives in historical anthropology.
June 25, 2026
Locations: Gulangyu Island (Xiamen); Jiaomei Ancient Town (Zhangzhou)
In the morning, participants conducted a walking study tour of Gulangyu Island, learning about its modern development history and attending an organ performance.
In the afternoon, they conducted field investigations at Dongmei Zeng's Foreign-style Tower, Guo Youpin Tianyi Mail and Remittance Bureau, and the Lin Family Estate, exploring overseas Chinese networks and local lineage memory.
June 26, 2026
Locations: Tonghuai Temple of Guan Yu and Yue Fei (Quanzhou); Quanzhou Maritime Museum; Cao'an Manichean Temple, Jinjiang
In the morning, participants attended the opening ceremony and academic symposium of the Third Guan Gong Culture Forum, hosted by the Graduate Institute for Taiwan Studies of Xiamen University, the Alliance of the Five Great Guan Di Temples, and the Quanzhou Guan Gong Culture Research Association, and organized by the Tonghuai Temple of Guan Yu and Yue Fei.
The forum deepened the understanding of intangible cultural heritage and overseas Chinese networks.
In the afternoon, the group conducted research on the collections of the Quanzhou Maritime Museum and the Manichaean relics at Cao’an.
June 27, 2026
Venue: Xiamen University
A reflection presentation session and closing ceremony were held. Undergraduate and postgraduate students from our department delivered group presentations based on their field research findings, engaging in in-depth academic dialogue and exchange with faculty and students from the mainland.
Activities
Scholars of Hong Kong Shue Yan University Harness Digital Humanities to Develop New Perspectives on Cultural Heritage
As society places increasing emphasis on cultural heritage development, the Government has been actively promoting conservation initiatives, while higher education institutions have also strengthened academic research in related areas. Scholars from the Department of History and the Department of Sociology at Hong Kong Shue Yan University have conducted in-depth studies on cultural heritage and have integrated their research findings into teaching and learning, thereby enhancing the connection between academia and the wider community.
Shue Yan Newsletter invited five scholars from the Department of History and the Department of Sociology for an in depth interview. They include Professor Chan Ching (Academic Vice President, Department of Sociology), Professor Hui Yew Foong (Vice President (Accreditation and Programme Development)), Dr. Tsang Chung Kin (Associate Head, Department of Sociology), as well as Professor He Qiliang (Head, Department of History) and Dr. Pang Suk Man (Associate Head, Department of History).
Activities
Higher Education Institutions Student Cultural Ambassadors
The title of “Higher Education Institutions Student Cultural Ambassador”(大專學生文化大使), conferred by the Hong Kong Chinese Culture Development Association (HKCCDA), is awarded based on criteria that include students’ learning experiences and achievements related to Chinese culture, participation in and promotion of cultural activities, as well as their contributions to community service connected with Chinese cultural heritage.
We extend our warmest congratulations to Xuan Yuqi and Lee Yan lam of the Department of History for being awarded the title of “Higher Education Institutions Student Cultural Ambassador” in recognition of their dedicated efforts and outstanding achievements in promoting Chinese culture!
Lectures
IIDS Seminar: “China”: Past to Share/Past to Contest (August 14-15, 2025)
Seminar Details
Title: “China”: Past to Share/Past to Contest
Dates: August 14-15, 2025
Time: Thursday, August 14: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm; Friday, August 15: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Venue: RLB303, Research Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Language: English
Registration: https://forms.gle/6m3mH7tSd3QVqkXG6
Zoom link: https://hksyu.zoom.us/j/99750934795?pwd=VNYqThsSbPKw0Kcv5ncnH55fnPseT0.1
Speakers
Professor Tani BARLOW Rice University
Professor U. E. BULAG University of Cambridge
Professor Selina Ching CHAN Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Professor Qiliang HE Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Dr. Nagatomi HIRAYAMA University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Dr. Ji LI University of Hong Kong
Professor Shaoyang LIN University of Macau
Dr. Agnes Suk-man PANG Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Professor Nianshen SONG Tsinghua University
Professor Q. Edward WANG Rowan University
This Inter-Institutional Development Scheme (IIDS) seminar is fully supported by a grant from the Research Grants Council of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China (RGC Ref. No.: UGC/IIDS15/H01/24).
Principal Investigator: Professor Qiliang HE
Co-Investigator: Dr. Agnes Suk-man PANG
For inquiries, please contact Ms. Anna Hui at history@hksyu.edu or Dr. Agnes Pang at agnespang@hksyu.edu.
Lectures
香港樹仁大學歷史學系學術講座
主題：季風吹拂的港灣——東南沿海與明清中國
日期：2024年11月16日（星期六）
時間：下午2時15分至4時15分
地點：研究院綜合大樓低座RLB502
講者：謝湜教授 (中山大學副校長)
Activities
Fragrance of Kunqu: Kunqu Opera in Hong Kong —Hong Kong Shue Yan University Cultural Showcase
Organised by Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Co organised by Loke Kok Kuen Chinese Cultural Legacy Research Trust and Tin Ka Ping Teaching and Research Centre for Filial Piety
Theme: Fragrance of Kunqu: Kunqu Opera in Hong Kong —Hong Kong Shue Yan University Cultural Showcase
Date: 23 October 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Venue: Room RLG208, Low Block, Research Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Activities
Department of History “Mentorship Scheme” Mentorship Night 2024
The Department of History at Hong Kong Shue Yan University organises the Mentorship Scheme each academic year to strengthen connections between teachers and students, and enhance mutual interaction. This year, the Department was honoured to invite several distinguished guests to officiate at the opening ceremony, including Principal Ng Tak‑Kay, Honorary President of Hok Yau Club; Ms. Yip Sau‑Yin, Associate Vice President (Student Affairs); Ms. Leung Siu‑Ki, Director of the University Admissions Office; Professor He Qiliang, Head of the Department of History; and Dr. Pang Suk‑Man, Associate Head of the Department of History. Together with academic staff, alumni, and senior‑year students, they shared their learning experiences at Shue Yan University and offered guidance on academic and career planning to the 88 new History students joining the programme this year.
In addition, two interactive booths featuring intangible cultural heritage (ICH) experiences were set up, allowing all participating students to engage personally in cultural activities.
Event details are as follows:
Date: 2 October 2024 (Wednesday)
Venue: Mrs. Dorothy KOO and Dr. Ti Hua KOO Plaza
ICH Experience Activities:
• Theme: “Lacquer Fan Art” — Colouring on the Fan
• Theme: “Calligraphy” — Blossoming Strokes
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Mentorship Scheme Opening Ceremony and Sharing Session:
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Activities
HKSYU Deaprtment of History - Annual Programme Review Meeting
Professor He Qiliang, the Head of the Department of History, and Dr. Agnes Pang, the Associate Head of the Department of History, along with other department faculty members, and representatives from the Department of Journalism and Communication, Department of Counseling and Psychology, Department of Sociology, Department of Chinese Language and Literature, Department of English Language and Literature, and the Department of Economics and Finance, jointly reviewed the department's teaching development and research outcomes of the past academic year. The Department of History also planned for the upcoming year's development, resulting in a productive exchange of ideas and achievements.
Date: 27 August 2024 (Tuesday)
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Venue: RLB601, 6/F, Lower Block, Research Complex
Lectures
Hong Kong Shue Yan University Department of History Academic Talk
Topic: The People's West Lake: The Symbiotic Relationship between Human Planning and the Natural World
Speaker: Prof. He Qiliang (Head of the Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University)
Date: 22 July 2024（Monday）
Time: 3 pm - 4:30 pm
Venue: Meeting Rooms S224-225, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center
Lectures
HKSYU Deaprtment of History - AAB Meeting
AAB Members: Prof. LAU Chi Pang, BBS, JP (Associate Vice-President (Academic Affairs and External Relations), Professor, Department of History, Lingnan University)
Dr. Elvin Ka Kui LEE , BBS, JP (Vice President of the Sino United Publishing (Holdings) Limited)
Dr Louis NG Chi-wa (Museum Director, Hong Kong Palace Museum of West Kowloon Cultural District Authority)
Dr. YAU Yat (Executive Director, Academy of Chinese Studies)
Dr. WOO Chun Kit, Keith (Senior Curriculum Development Officer of the Personal, Social and Humanities Education Section, Curriculum Development Institute, EDB)
Ms. WONG Woon Fong, Katrina (Teacher of the Department of History, Belilios Public School)
Date: 31 May 2024 (Friday)
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 noon
Venue: RLB601, 6/F, Lower Block, Research Complex
Activities
Teacher-Student Exchange Program between the Department of History of Hong Kong Shue Yan University and HKSKH Bishop Hall Secondary School
Date: March 26, 2024 (Friday)
Venue: RHB301, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am
Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Prof. He Qiliang, Dr. Pang Suk-man
Year 2: Mr. Chan Shao-hei
Year 3 Mr. Foo Ka Yat, Mr. Xuan Yuqi, Mr. Lo Hoi Yan, Mr. Luk Yuk Pui
Grade 4 Mr. Lin Jianye
HKSKH Bishop Hall Secondary School: Ms. Diana Ma
Ms. Diana Ma
And S.5 to S.6 Students
Lectures
Hong Kong Shue Yan University Department of History Lecture
Organized by the Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Luk Kwok Kuen Chinese Cultural Heritage Research Fund
Co-organized by the Research and Teaching Centre for Chinese History
Details of the Lecture are as follows:
Topic: Sino-American Interactions and Feuds before and after the Anti-Japanese War
Speaker: Prof. Niu Dayong
Date: March 21, 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Venue: Room 101, Academic Building, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Activities
Faculty-Student Exchange Program between the Department of History of Hong Kong Shue Yan University and the School of Continuing and Professional Studies of Lingnan University, Hong Kong
Date: March 21, 2024 (Thursday)
Venue: RLG101, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Prof. He Qiliang, Dr. Pang Suk-man
Year 2 Student Mr. Chan Shao-hei
Year 3 Students Foo Ka Yat, Wong Mei Lam, Luk Yuk Pui
Year 4 Student Lin Jianye
School of Continuing Studies, Lingnan University, Hong Kong: Dr. LAM Ho Yin
Dr. LAM Ho Yin
Year 1 to 2 Higher Diploma Students
Lectures
Hong Kong Shue Yan University Department of History Lecture
Organized by the Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Details of the Lecture are as follows:
Date: February 1, 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 2:30pm to 5:30pm
Venue: Room 313, Academic Building, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
1. Theme: Learning by Doing: An Examination of Comprehensive Learning in History and Culture
Speaker: Dr. Leung Choi-nga (Visiting Lecturer, Department of Literature and Culture, Department of Social Sciences and Department of Science and Environment, The Education University of Hong Kong)
2. Topic: Exploration and Practice of History Pedagogy
Speaker: Mr. Kwan Chi Hang (Vice Principal of The Methodist Church HK Wylie Secondary School)
3. Topic: The New "Teaching Experience" of Chinese History - The Application of Multi-dimensional Teaching Methods
Speaker: Mr. Leung Yan King (Chairman of Hong Kong Association for History and Culture Education, Head of Chinese History of HKSKH Bishop Hall Secondary School)
Exchange Activities
The 20th Advanced Training Course on “Lingnan Culture” for University Students from Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao
The 20th Advanced Training Course on Lingnan Culture for University Students from Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao
Organizers: Jinan University, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Co-organizers: Hung Sin-nui Arts Centre, Guangzhou Cantonese Opera House
Date: January 2 to January 7, 2024
Content of the exchange:
(1) Specialized study on Lingnan culture
(2) Experience Lingnan Culture
(C) Museum Visit
Activities
2023 “Tribute to the Nation’s Pillars — Let Me Tell You Their Stories”
Supported by the Jiangsu Overseas Friendship Association and jointly organised by the Federation of HK JIANGSU Community Organisations, the Jiangsu Hong Kong Cultural Association, and Hong Kong Shue Yan University, the event “Tribute to the Nation’s Pillars — Let Me Tell You Their Stories” will be held on 19 December 2023.
Organisers: Federation Of HK JIANGSU Community Organisations, Jiangsu Hong Kong Cultural Association, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Co-organiser: Department of History, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Date: 19 December 2023 (Tuesday)
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Venue: Lady Lily Shaw Hall, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
We cordially invite all interested participants to register for the event via the link below:
https://forms.gle/WsC6wQcm6TK4UcGs5
Enquiries: history@hksyu.edu
Activities
HKSYU Department of History INFO DAY 2023
Date: 18 November 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 10:00–17:00
1. Department Showcase — “What We Study and Explore”
History Department Information Booth
• Programme introduction
• Education Stream sharing
• Admission tips
Time: 10:00–17:00
Venue: 35th Anniversary Plaza (renamed to Mrs Dorothy Koo and Dr Ti Hua Koo Plaza)
2. HKSYU Info Day 2023 Opening Ceremony
Time: 13:30–14:00
Venue: 35th Anniversary Plaza
Guests:
• Professor KingYeo-Chi Ambrose (Former Vice-Chancellor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
• Professor He Qiliang (Head, Department of History)
• Dr. Pang Suk-Man Agnes (Associate Head, Department of History)
3. Programme Introduction — Department of History
Time: 14:10–14:40
Venue: Room RLB303, Low Block, Research Complex
Speaker: Pang Suk-Man Agnes (Associate Head, Department of History)
4. Departmental Thematic Lecture: “Hong Kong’s First Private University — Hong Kong Shue Yan University”
Time: 14:40–16:00
Venue: Room RLB303, Low Block, Research Complex
Moderator: Professor He Qiliang (Head, Department of History)
Guest Speaker: Professor King Yeo-Chi Ambrose (Former Vice-Chancellor, The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
Activities
Topic: Shue Yan University: Hong Kong's First Private University
Speaker: Ambose Yeo-chi King(Former Vice-Chancellor of The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
Moderator: Qiliang He(Professor and Head of the Department of History of Hong Kong Shue Yan University)
Date: November 18, 2023
Time: 2:30 to 4:00 pm
Venue: RLB303, Low Block, Research Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Activities
Speaker: Prof. Charles Surya(Science Advisor at Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Commission)
Topic: Outcome-based Approach Curriculum Design
Date: 2 November 2023
Time: 6 pm
Venue: Main Building Room 403
Activities
Work Placement And Education Concentration Workshop
Date: 1 November 2023 (Wed)
Time: 18:30-20:00
Venue: RLB502, Lower Block, Research Complex
Activities
HKSYU Department of History-CUSCS Exchange Activities
Date: 12 January 2023 (Thu)
Time: 2-5 pm
Venue: RLB303, Low Block, Research Complex, Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Activities
HKSYU Department of History INFO DAY 2022
Date: 26 November 2022 (Sat)
Time: 10:00-17:00
Activities
Workshop for Teaching AD/HD Students: Their Strengths and Weaknesses
Guest Speakers: Dr Tsui Man Hon (UOW College Hong Kong), Dr Abraham Chan (UOW College Hong Kong)
Discussants: Prof. He Qiliang (Head of History Department)
Dr Agnes Pang (Associate Head of History Department)
Date﹕24 November, 2022 (Thu)
Activities
HKSYU Mentorship Programme 2022/23 Opening Ceremony
Date﹕19 November, 2022 (Sat)
Time﹕18:30-20:30
Venue﹕RLB303, Lower Block, Research Complex
Activities
Workshop for Teaching AD/HD Students: Their Strengths and Weaknesses
Guest Speaker: Dr Michael Kam (College of International Education, HKBU)
Discussants: Prof. He Qiliang (Head of History Department)
Dr Agnes Pang (Associate Head of History Department)
Date﹕17 November, 2022 (Thu)
Activities
Workshop for Teaching AD/HD Students: Their Strengths and Weaknesses
Guest Speakers: Ms Carrie Cheng (CUSCS), Mr Kevin Cheung (CUSCS), Dr Yip Tak Ping (EdUHK)
Discussants: Prof. He Qiliang (Head of History Department)
Dr Agnes Pang (Associate Head of History Department)
Date﹕17 November, 2022 (Thu)
