Press Release
HKBU holds naming ceremony for Tin Ka Ping Global Conference Room
Monday, 2 June 2025
Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) has received a generous donation of HK$10 million from the Tin Ka Ping Foundation (the Foundation) to launch a three-year Character and Ethics Development Scheme for students. The programme will foster character development among young people and promote the inheritance of Chinese culture by integrating character-building and experiential activities into the curriculum.
In recognition of the Foundation’s generosity, a naming ceremony for the “Tin Ka Ping Global Conference Room” was held today (2 June). Officiating at the ceremony were Mr Tin Wing-sin, Chairman of the Board of the Foundation; Dr Yuen Pong-yiu, Executive Chairman of the Board of the Foundation; Dr the Hon Kennedy Wong, Chairman of the Council and the Court at HKBU and Chairman of the Board of Governors of the HKBU Foundation; and Professor Alex Wai, President and Vice-Chancellor of HKBU.
Other attending guests included Mr Tin Hing-sin, Mr Tai Hay-lap, Mr Leung Pak-yan, Directors of the Foundation; and Mr Bryan Tin, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation. HKBU representatives included Professor Martin Wong, Provost; Professor Lyu Aiping, Vice-President (Research and Development) cum Dean of Graduate School; Dr Albert Chau, Vice-President (Teaching and Learning) of HKBU; Ms Christine Chow, Vice-President (Administration) and Secretary; Professor Terence Lau, Interim Chief Innovation Officer; Professor Andrew Kwok, Associate Vice-President (Curriculum and Pedagogies); and Mrs Lily Chan, Director of University Advancement and Secretary-General of the HKBU Foundation.
Speaking at the ceremony, Dr Kennedy Wong commended the late Dr Tin Ka-ping as an outstanding entrepreneur and philanthropist, and expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Dr Tin and the Foundation for their significant contributions to HKBU. He said: “Since establishing the Foundation, Dr Tin Ka Ping has steadfastly supported educational development in the Mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan. His family and the Foundation have upheld his vision by generously supporting the University in implementing numerous innovative and impactful academic and cultural initiatives, benefiting countless students.”
Mr Tin Wing-sin said: “‘The future of China lies in education’ was a phrase that Dr Tin Ka-ping often emphasised. Upholding this belief, the Foundation is dedicated to promoting educational initiatives cross-strait four regions, with a particular focus on youth character development, which was of utmost concern to Dr Tin. Our collaboration with HKBU to launch the Character and Ethics Development Scheme holds profound significance. Not only does it strengthen the partnership between HKBU and the Foundation, but it also serves as a tribute to Dr Tin’s enduring legacy.”
Since 1997, Dr Tin Ka-ping and the Foundation have donated over HK$35 million to HKBU, actively advancing education and supporting the University's development in various fields to cultivate outstanding talents.
The “Tin Ka Ping Global Conference Room”, located at the Campus of Creativity, is equipped with cutting-edge wireless presentation systems and conference facilities, including auto-tracking cameras, ceiling array microphones, and professional monitoring speakers. These advanced facilities not only support video conferencing but also facilitate interactive teaching, academic seminars and exchange activities, delivering a comprehensive smart learning experience for teachers and students.
