Lingnan University confers Honorary Doctoral degrees and Honorary Fellowships on ten distinguished individuals

In recognition of their outstanding achievements and valuable contributions to humanity, Dr Fok Chun-wan, SBS, JP, a well-known patriotic businessman, and Dr Li Ning, an entrepreneur, each received a Doctor of Business Administration, honoris causa; The Hon Liao Cheung-kong Martin, GBM, GBS, JP, Chairman of The Hong Kong Jockey Club, received a Doctor of Laws, honoris causa; Prof Tao Tang, an academic leader, received a Doctor of Science, honoris causa; Prof Wang Anyi, one of the very best writers in the contemporary literary scene; and Mr Donnie Yen, an international action star, each received a Doctor of Humanities, honoris causa.

Dr Li Ning expressed his appreciation on behalf of all the honorary graduates, saying “I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Lingnan University for bestowing these academic distinctions upon us, and would also like to express my sincere thanks to the University Council and the Honorary Awards Committee for their trust. Dr Fok, the Hon Martin Liao, Prof Tang, Prof Wang, and Mr Yen have all dedicated themselves to their respective fields for many years. Their entire lives and continuous contributions have brought a positive and far-reaching impact to economic development, public governance, technological innovation, social welfare, and cultural exchange. I am very proud to share this honour with these five remarkable individuals.”  

Dr Li added that Lingnan University has long upheld its motto of “Education for Service”, and has nurtured a great number of outstanding, well-rounded talents with a strong sense of social responsibility over the years. The University's advocacy for and provision of a liberal arts education have deeply impressed him. “Being awarded this honorary doctorate is for me both an invigoration and a new responsibility. It reminds me to hold myself to a higher standard, encourages me to view issues from a broader perspective, and inspires me to better serve society. Moving on, I shall treasure this recognition as I reaffirm my commitment to the sports industry, ensure the sporting spirit is passed on to the hearts of more young people, and do my utmost to strengthen the partnership between sport and education, humbly contributing to promoting enlightenment and public welfare.”

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In recognition of their outstanding professional achievements and valuable contributions to the community and education, this year’s four honorary fellows are The Hon Ronick Chan Chun-ying, BBS, JP; The Hon Ip Kwok-him, GBM, GBS, JP; Mr Lam Tin-fuk, GBS, JP (in absentia); and Mr Ng Leung-sing, SBS, JP.

In his address on behalf of the honorary fellows, Mr Ng Leung-sing said that he was deeply honoured, and that “Mr Ip Kwok-him has dedicated his life to education, supporting countless students. In the social services, he served as a district councillor in the Central and Western District for decades, four terms as a Hong Kong deputy to the National People's Congress, and he was a member of the Legislative Council and a non-official member of the Executive Council. Mr Lam Tin-fuk was an administrative officer in the Hong Kong Government, and Chief Executive of both the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and the Hong Kong Airport Authority. Mr Chan Chun-ying has long been involved in the banking industry, and is currently a member of the Legislative Council. All three have contributed greatly to Hong Kong's prosperity and stability.”

He added “Lingnan University has a long and distinguished history. Having weathered the changes of different eras, it remains vibrant, and the Lingnan spirit is epitomised by passion, loyalty, and perseverance. Lingnanians throughout the world maintain this spirit with enthusiasm and dedication, and all four of us are proud to be Lingnanians and look forward to working together for the University in the future.”

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