One of the most important rituals that parents carry out to give their blessings and provide protection to their children in traditional Chinese society is to dress them in clothing and give them accessories with auspicious patterns. The belief is that these patterns will repel evil spirits and also signify their hopes for the good health and good fortune of their children.

Feeling tired of doing your assignment? It’s time to relax! Let’s join one of the activities below and relieve your stress during the busy schedule.

The Library warmly invites faculty staff members and researchers to attend this talk:

Date: 18 Jan 2016 (Mon)
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm 
Venue: Teaching and Learning Lab 1, 3rd Floor, Library
Language: English

To register, please go to https://www.lib.polyu.edu.hk/register/?event=developing-research-metrics

Due to overwhelming response, the talk by Vivek Mahbubani will be relocated to N003. Seats are limited. Please register online as soon as possible.

A life-affirming journey by two teenage cancer patients, twisted with humor and tears.

Date: 14 October 2015 (Wed) & 20 October 2015 (Tue)

Time: 7pm - 9:30pm

Venue: V322

* Please arrive 15 minutes before the show.

Special post screening discussions will be conducted by guest speakers, Mr Samuel Ribet (14/10) and Mr David Ratliff (20/10), from the Hong Kong Cancer Fund.

The Book Exhibition located on the P/F of the Library showcases the best sellers, popular titles and books introduced by a TV programme 開卷八分鐘 (Eight Minutes Reading). All PolyU staff and students are welcome to drop by and borrow the displayed titles they interested in. The exhibition will last until 14 Aug 2015.  

During this stressful exam period, come to the Library to exchange words of encouragement with your fellow students, and collect a free gift pack* !

Date: 20 – 22 April 2015 ( Revision Period )
Time: 11:00a.m. – 12:00noon
Venue: Multipurpose Hall, Podium, Library

(* Available while stocks last)

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PolyU students are cordially invited to participate in an international competition organized by EconBiz. Get to this Prezi presentation to know more on EconBiz and enter the competition. You will have a chance to win a Kindle Paperwhite and more!