HKU Common Core would like to invite teachers to participate in the 2030 SDGs Game. Created in Japan, this multiplayer, card-based game simulates taking the “real world” into the year 2030 to gain a deeper appreciation of the United Nations SDGs. • Why should we integrate SDGs in our teaching? • How are SDGs related […]
WeThrive Tasters workshops will equip students with the knowledge and practical skills that cultivate positive emotions, optimistic mindset, and effective communication. Topics will, among others, cover: What are the ingredients to happiness and success? How to develop helpful and realistic thinking patterns? How to utilize character strengths to overcome challenges and reach goals? How to […]
As an initiative to provide a professional development path for tutors, the Common Core, in collaboration with the Centre for Applied English (CAES) and Communication-Intensive Courses (CiC), is hosting a 1-day workshop open to all Common Core tutors. This hands-on workshop will provide practical skills and strategies to enhance the engagement and experiences of students […]
Why the CC? Choosing the Best Courses for You Q&A on Common Core for First-Year Students Two Zoom Sessions Aug 18 and Aug 19, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm HKT Same link for both days, no registration required Zoom link: https://hku.zoom.us/j/92552662246
Mental Health Workshops for HKU Students Language - English Online via Zoom Please carry a pen and paper with you during the workshop All HKU students are welcome! OKAYMINDS is a social enterprise to promote mental health awareness and well-being and to eliminate stigma related to mental illness Bridging the gap - Effective communication and […]
Global Inclusive Leadership Induction Session 1: Induction Date/ Time: 31 Aug 2021, 4:30 - 6:30 pm Venue: Rayson Huang Theatre (RHT) Never too Young to Lead! Join us to discover your passion and purpose. What is this about? A global community for nurturing future leaders of global citizenship, which is built upon global partnerships and […]
Common Core is proud to support the HKU Women in Science and Engineering (HKU WISE) group with the upcoming exhibition by photographer Laura Simonsen titled Women in Science, to be held at the Main Library. Laura will exhibit photographs of female scientists from HKU’s Faculty of Science. The exhibition commemorates 2020 as the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage […]
All of us in the Common Core would like to warmly welcome both new and experienced tutors to the First Semester and hope that you will be able to attend our orientation workshop, Learning-in-Motion, to be held on September 3, 2021, 10 am – 12 noon in the Common Core Lounge. The key to student […]
Aim: Helps HKU students to... • Develop mental resilience • Manage stress • Regulate emotions better Date: Saturday, September 4, 2021 Time: 9 am to 10 am (Hong Kong time) Language: English Delivery: via ZOOM Hosted by Ryan Mak, CC Student Consultant AND HKUMED Peer Supporter About our guest Peter Chan is the founder […]