Lingnan Roundtable gives alumni insights into education career

The Lingnan Roundtable on Education, the seventh in the series, was organised by the Alumni Relations team of Lingnan University’s Office of Institutional Advancement and Public Affairs on 21 October. The guest speakers, Ms Ng Hiu-ling, Principal of Lingnan University Alumni Association (Hong Kong) Primary School, and Mr Wan Kwok-wing, Vice-Principal of Shun Tak Fraternal Association Lee Shau Kee College, are Lingnan alumni in Chinese and accomplished professionals in the education industry.

 

They discussed with the participating alumni and students why they had entered the field, the joys and challenges of teaching, and gave valuable insights into current trends. Listening to these personal experiences, the audience gained a better understanding of their own suitability for a career in education.

 

Principal Ng Hiu-ling (first from left) from Lingnan University Alumni Association (Hong Kong) Primary School emphasises the importance of a genuine love for education and students in achieving long-term development, saying “people shouldn’t be afraid of putting in an extra effort.”

 

Vice-Principal Wan Kwok-wing from Shun Tak Fraternal Association Lee Shau Kee College considers patience, emotional intelligence (EQ), and recognising one’s own limitations the three key attributes of an educator.

 

The Lingnan Roundtable for Learning & Networking series provides alumni and students with opportunities for networking and professional development. The next session is on “Sustainable Living”, and will take place on 26 November. Ms Eno Yim, co-founder of the School of Everyday Life, will speak about the concept of sustainable living, and practical ways to lead a sustainable lifestyle. Participants will learn how to connect with nature through experiential activities. Please look HERE for details and registration.