Presiding the ceremony, Professor Chun-Sing Lee, Dean of CSCI, extended heartfelt congratulations to the graduates in his opening address. Looking back on the pandemic period, when many classes were switched to online teaching, Professor Lee described the graduating class of 2023 as having “undergone a very different and challenging university life”. He reminded the graduates that they have been trained as scientists to use imagination to create with persistence when facing uncertainties. “Innovating with creativity is always important in forming solutions to overcome challenges,” he said. Professor Lee concluded by wishing all graduates a fruitful journey ahead.

After the award presentation, Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics graduate, Mr. Chun Hong Chiang represented the graduates to give a speech to share his challenging learning experiences during the pandemic. He also expressed his gratitude to teachers, family members and fellow classmates for their support along the university journey.