Hall 5 yearbook 2022-2023

HALL 5 2023 YEARBOOK

EDITORIAL NOTE

As we reflect on the memories made in Chan Sui Kau Hall throughout the year, we're reminded of the unique experiences and challenges that come with living in a community of diverse individuals. Despite these challenges, through hard work, understanding, and mutual respect, we've come together to create a home away from home for ourselves and our fellow residents.

This yearbook serves as a testament to those efforts and the bonds we've formed during our time in this amazing residence. Thank you to all the members of Chan Sui Kau Hall for making this a year to remember, and best of luck to all of our graduating residents in their future endeavors.

Chan Sui Kau Hall Advocacy Team

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As we look back on this past year, I am struck by the resilience and spirit of the Chan Sui Kau Hall community.

Despite the challenges we faced, we remained committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all residents. I am proud of the many accomplishments we achieved together, from organizing successful events to supporting each other through difficult times.

As some of our residents prepare to graduate and move on to new adventures, I am confident that the bonds we've formed here will stay with us for years to come. Thank you all for making Chan Sui Kau Hall a place to call home.

MESSAGE FROM RESIDENCE MASTER

I'd like to end by once more bringing up our hall ABC motto - 'Affection, Bonding and Care'.

Affection - Students are encouraged to develop a sense of affection for each other through experiencing satisfactory, on-going relationships with their hall-mates. CSK Hall provides residents with a family atmosphere to form a solid foundation for their study and social activities.

Bonding - This is the development of relationships based on mutual respect and acceptance of differences. We support all non-local students in our Hall as a way to embrace diversity. We encourage residents to integrate and participate in all Hall activities so as to build up multicultural friendships.

Care - This is our care for the needs, well-being, and academic performance of our residents. We support each and every resident to achieve optimum academic performance, and we show our care by distributing fruits and drinks during the revision weeks. Further, a mini-library has been set up to assist residents in their study. Other activities like study tours, "scholarship trips", and mental health talks will also be arranged to enhance broad-based learning.

All these aspects in CSK Hall help our residents to take every opportunity to benefit from, and enjoy their university education to its fullest.

Esther Chow Residence Master Professor of Social and Behavioural Sciences

HALL MANAGEMENT TEAM 2022/2023

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Hello! It’s Jenny from Hong Kong. Year 4 student majoring Information Management. I enjoy watching movies, hanging out with friends and eating nice food. Regarding my duties, I’m responsible for hall activities, discipline as well as floor management. I am having a great time here and I wish all of you feel the same. Cheers!

Hello! I am Jimmy, a year 4 student studying in vet med. I love animals especially cats. They are just too cute and sassy! This is my fourth year in hall 5 and the hall life i had in here is definitely one in a life time.

You get to know peoples around the world and share cultures. Be brave and start making new friends now!

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Hi everyone! My name is Lazar and I am a year 4 student of Computer Science from Serbia. I enjoy hiking, bike riding, reading and board games. As one of the RTs this year, I really enjoyed being a part of the amazing community of Hall 5.

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Hi friends! My name is Aidana, year 3 student studying Biomedical Engineering at CityU. I am originally from Kazakhstan. I love anime, manga, and my hobby is drawing cartoons.

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Hi, all! This is Heui Seung, a final-year HRM student from Korea. My hobby is lifting weights and befriending good people. Becoming a finance RT taught me how to manage various stakeholders simultaneously! A busy job, but someone got to do it!

It was an immense opportunity to join the wonderful hall management team, working together and working for the residents!

Hey! I'm Aleksa, a final year CS student from Serbia.

Besides movies, I'm also into swimming and jogging.

Being an RT improved my social and organization skills , as I was in charge of YSP events, coordination of which involved communication with many different people. Never forget that no dream is too big.

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Hello! This is Talha, a graduating student from Pakistan studying finance. I love a good movie or show recommendation, so please hit me up if you have any!

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OUR SECURITY GUARDS How do you like Hall 5?

It's like my second home - I have been working in Hall 5 since May 2004, and I really enjoyed working here. Hall 5 is like a big family, and the residents are like my children.

Favourite thing about Hall 5?

Everything! It's hard to find the best thing about Hall 5 since it's so great - we have the best view of Hong Kong, an amazing resident community, and a really good hall environment.

What makes Hall 5 special?

The community of this hall is great. I remember throughout the years, residents would usually want to be very friendly and would frequently chat with me. International students would also often want to learn and practice Cantonese - and I could also learn some new English words with them. It was always a great experience.

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PEK CUP

Date: 23/10/2022 Written and Designed by: Shannon

ATHLETIC MEETING

The Professor Edmond Ko Cup (PEK Cup) is a trademark event series jointly organized by the Student Residence Office (SRO). The athletic meet, which was held on the Joint Sports Centre was enjoyed by not only the runners but also by the spectators. The event consisted of 4 x 100 m relay and 4 x 400 m relay.

Hall 5's relay team consisted of 4 female and 4 male runners. We all did amazing and we had a lot of fun.

Overall, the PEK Athletic Meeting has been a great success. This competition surely has inspired people to take up running and lead a more active lifestyle.

The Hall Residence Cabinet (HRC) is a self-initiated student organisation that is advised and supervised by the Residence Master (RM) in the relevant UG hall under Student Residence Office.

The HRC is made up of student leaders from various cultural backgrounds who are passionate about sharing ideas to improve a vibrant hall life for all residents.

Our HRC Cabinet, FiverNova, attended the HRC training, where they learned about the process of organising hall activities to enrich the hall life of residents and enhance cultural integration. They also learned the procedural works that they are accountable for. The event concluded with some teambuilding exercises.

Written and Designed by Karan Singh BISWAKARMA

Hall 5

HALL RESIDENCE TRAINING

Hall 5

Winter Solstice DATE: 20/12/2022 WRITER: GERMAINE DESIGNER: GERMAINE

Winter solstice is an important traditional festival in Chinese culture. Our residence tutors Jimmy and Jenny organized a winter solstice event in Hall 5. During the event, we enjoyed ginger biscuits and Tang Yuan, a traditional food commonly eaten during the winter solstice.

We all felt grateful for the opportunity to learn more about this important festival and to enjoy traditional foods together. It was a festive and joyous atmosphere, with everyone sharing stories and memories about the winter solstice.

The warm and comforting taste of the Tang Yuan, made us feel connected to my cultural roots.

Hall 5

Final Week Encouragement DATE: 29/11/2022 WRITER: GERMAINE DESIGNER: GERMAINE

This interactive display allowed us to share our words of inspiration with others, creating a sense of community and support. Through this event, we felt more motivated and encouraged to push through the final week of the semester, knowing that we are part of a caring and supportive community.

We really enjoyed this event!

The event of Final Week Encouragement was the first event held by HRC. The event included distributing chocolate, cookies, and beverages to our residents.

A small treat can go a long way in boosting morale and motivation during this busy and stressful time. In addition, sticky notes are provided to us. We wrote down motivational messages and posted them on our "moving board."

HALL 5

Christmas Decoration 20/12/2022 DESIGNED AND WRITTEN BY: BEATRICE ABDINEGARA

It's that time of year again, and the decoration team of hall 5 has gone all out in making sure that everyone who enters feels the holiday spirit. The team has put in a lot of effort to create a festive atmosphere that will make everyone feel welcome and happy during the Christmas season. The cute white snowman greets everyone with a smile. The Christmas tree, adorned with colorful ornaments is the centerpiece of the lobby, is a popular spot for taking photos. Beautiful decorations above the lift adding to the joy and cheer of the season. The Christmas decoration in hall 5 is a true sight to behold, and anyone who walks into the lobby during this season can't help but feel the magic of Christmas.

Christmas event

21/12/2022 Designed and written by: FOR Lek Shyuen

The Christmas event was a highly anticipated occasion that brought together the hall mates. The Christmas event featured exciting gift exchange and Kahoot activities. The gift exchange allowed us to exchange presents with our friends and spread some holiday cheer.

After the games and gift exchange, there were lots of delicious things to eat like pizza, cookies, drinks, and snacks that tasted amazing. The event brought us all closer together and made us feel excited about the holiday season.

THE PEAK HIKING

As we welcome the winter break, Hong Kong brings the perfect outdoor season. A hike to The Peak was organised and joined by our residents of Hall 5. The Hike began with everyone meeting at 10 AM and then taking the bus to the beginning of the trail from where the fun began. It was an easy 2-hour hike which included sightseeing the breathtaking view of the Hong Kong Skyline and the Historic Peak Tram. The residents were also joined by RTs which led to a much greater bond between everyone.

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Written and Designed by Karan Singh BISWAKARMA

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PEK CRATE CLIMBING

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Written and designed by: Arrakwanya

This year's PEK Crate Climbing competition has certainly highlighted our hall's competitive spirit, where they put on an impressive display of teamwork and athleticism. Our team brought their A-game, each member scaling the crates with agility and unwavering determination. Throughout the competition, Hall 5's team spirit was infectious as they cheered the team on, providing constant encouragement and support. Overall, it was a great opportunity for everyone to bond and come together as a community.

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Hall 5

Writing Couplets Date: 17/01/2023 Written and Designed by: Shannon

Chinese New Year is is one of the most important holidays in the Chinese calendar, and it is celebrated by millions of people around the world. One of the traditional activities during this time is the writing of couplets, which are verses that express good wishes for the upcoming year. Phrases like " " which means "may you have a prosperous new year" are written. This year, HRC had organized an event where the residents can write their own couplets and hang them on their door.

It was a fun activity and we can honor the rich cultural heritage of this important holiday.

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SEMESTER PARTY

9/2/2023 Designed and written by: FOR Lek Shyuen

The Open Semester Party was a delightful gathering that brought together hall 5 students, professors, and former residence tutors. We were treated to amazing singing performances by our hall mates, which added to the festive atmosphere of the event.

The highlight of the evening was the mouth-watering spread of KFC fried chicken, mashed potato, PizzaHut and refreshing drinks. Towards the end of the event, there was a lucky draw that created an air of excitement and anticipation. The prizes were amazing, including an oven, a Bluetooth speaker, and a camera, among others.

Hall 5

15/3/2023 Written and designed by: Beatrice ABDINEGARA The Professor Edmond Ko Cup (PEK Cup) is a highly anticipated event series organized jointly by the Student Residence Office (SRO). As a signature event series, the PEK Cup features interhall competitions. These scores determine the overall champion of the Cup, making it an exciting competition for all involved.

PEK FOOTBALL FEMALE PEK Football Female is one of the events in the PEK Cup, and it is exclusively for female participants. This football penalty kick game, held on March 15th, 2023, provides an exciting opportunity for female residents of Hall 5 to showcase their skills and earn points for their hall.

As a highly competitive event, each hall fields their best players to represent them. In Hall 5, the players display their skills, speed, and agility, while also promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, and physical fitness. The event fosters a sense of community and camaraderie among the female residents of Hall 5, and it provides an excellent opportunity to showcase the hall's team spirit.

Hall 5

22/2/2023 Written and designed by: Beatrice ABDINEGARA The Professor Edmond Ko Cup) is an annual inter-hall competition series that has been organized by the Student Residence Office. PEK Football Male is an inter-hall men's soccer competition that spans across four dates - February 22nd, March 1st, March 8th, and culminating in the finals on 15 March 2023.

PEK FOOTBALL MALE

Throughout the competition, the team showed great teamwork, coordination, and communication, which were critical factors in their performance on the field. The players demonstrated their ability to work together and support each other, regardless of the outcome of the game.

The team members were also thrilled with their performance in the competition. They were grateful for the opportunity to represent their hall and showcase their skills on the field. They acknowledged the support they received from their fellow hall residents, who cheered them on throughout the tournament.

HALL 5

PEK TABLE TENNIS Written and designed by: Arrakwanya

14 / 04 / 2023 This year's PEK Table Tennis Competition was truly a battle of skills, strategy, and sportsmanship. Despite having the focus be on having fun and making the most out of our time, the team managed to secure the 1st Runner Up position.

Undoubtedly, our hall faced challenging opponents, but our players were not deterred and played with great enthusiasm and determination.

The team had a wonderful time meeting residents from other halls, and everyone walked away not only with a victory, but with lasting and valuable friendships as well.

Hall 5

PEK SINGING CONTEST

Hall 5's participation in the PEK Singing Contest was marked by the outstanding performance of Patricia Vianney and Karan Singh Biswakarma, who presented a stunning rendition of "Shallow" by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. The duo's performance earned them the first runner-up position in the competition, showcasing the exceptional musical talent within Hall 5. Additionally, Lee Chun Hei also delivered an impressive solo performance. The event was held at Wong Cheung Lo Hui Yuet Hall, and was filled with enthusiastic supporters from all the halls. Overall, the PEK Singing Contest was a huge success, and Hall 5's achievement in this contest was welldeserved, reflecting their hard work and dedication to music.

22/2/2023 Written and designed by: Beatrice ABDINEGARA

2nd Runner Up

Hall 5

March, 2023

Photography

From: BISWAKARMA, Karan Singh

From: SALIM, Saima

Best Creative Work & Storytelling

Mention of Merit (Best Theme)

Other entries

Written and Designed By: Chloe

HALL 5

BASKETBALL FEMALE 27/02/2023 Written and Designed By: Chloe

2nd Runner Up

Hall 5's Women's basketball team finished second in the dorm women's basketball game on February 16, 2023! Our women's basketball team showed excellent skills and excellent teamwork in the game. They supported each other on the court, cooperated tacitly, and won the honor of our dormitory with their own sweat and hard work. Thank you for the spirit and performance of the women's basketball team in the game. Their hard work and dedication have brought honor and happiness to our dormitory. Also, thanks to all the cheerleaders who cheered on and supported the team, making our dorm a true team.

BASKETBALL MALE 21/02/2023

Written and Designed By: Chloe

3rd Runner Up

Our Hall 5 dormitory team performed well in the men's basketball game and finally won the 3rd runner-up! This is an exciting and celebratory time, and we are proud and proud of them.

Our team showed excellent skills and tacit cooperation during the game.

They supported each other on the field and won the honor for Hall 5 with their own sweat and hard work. Although they failed to win the championship, their spirit and performance surpassed the game's results and won the admiration and praise of all of us.

HALL 5 ADVOCACY TEAM CREDITS Aidana Smat Beatrice Abdinegara FOR Lek Shyuen Zhiming Kuang Xingyun Su Arrakwanya Phromsuwan Shannon Eugenia Prijadi HEO Junyeong Karan Singh BISWAKARMA

HALL 5 THEMATICAL CROSSWORD challenge your knowledge :)

Down 1. First word in ABC motto 2. game which is prohibited to play in the hall 3. How many RTs are in hall 5 4. Third word in ABC motto 5. What place did we win in PEK singing contest 2023 7. Hall 5 motto Across 6. What is the name of our HRC team 8. Second word in ABC motto

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