Fung Scholars Network Newsletter Issue 23 (June 2024)

FUNG SCHOLARS NETWORK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

01 Message from the Editorial Board

02 Foundation Updates

Mainland Fung Scholars Visited Toys”R”Us Asia and Meiyume

FS Poon Choi Gathering - Share the Blessings in Chinese New Year

FS Floral Jamming Session to celebrate International Women’s Day

The Fruition of the Fung Scholars X PMD Mentoring Program

FS Crochet Granny Square Taster Workshop

03 FS Community Updates

A Journey and Research on the Startup Success

Forecasting Framework (SSFF)

Beyond Boundaries: An Adventurous Journey in Canada

Exchange Life in Germany

Blossoming in Life - Living Life to the Fullest!

A Journey in Personal Mastery and Cultural Enrichment

A Finance Student’s Unexpected Venture: Discovering Art Through Lectures and Travelling Alike

Applying AI and ML Techniques to Environmental Engineering Projects and Enjoying ⼩⻰虾 (crayfish) in Wuhan

Memories Forged in Canada

"Oh, Canada! Exchange Adventure"

A Journey to Explore the Medieval City Edinburgh

An Unforgettable Semester Abroad in Rome

Music, Mountains, and Mozart - A Cultural Odyssey and Journey of Discovery

01 Message from the Editorial Board

Our Designer

Lam Wing Yan, Kelly (FS2023/24, Lingnan University)

Kelly is a Year 4 student at Lingnan University, majoring in Human Resource Management Being thankful for the scholarship from the Victor and William Fung Foundation, she had a fruitful semester as an exchange student in ESSCA School of Management in Paris Studying abroad enabled her to broaden her horizons and travel around Europe. As a business student, gaining insights in a global perspective is beneficial for the ever-changing environment, especially the first hand experiences of cultural differences. Knowledge is as boundless as the sea 學海涯 It is a lifelong learning for both knowledge and personal growth

Our Editor in chief

Wong Hau Ching, Oki (FS2023/24, Lingnan University)

Hau Ching is a Year 4 student at Lingnan University, fond of music and minoring in music and cultural sustainability She experienced many ‘first times’ throughout her semester exchange: Her first time listening to a fascinating concert in Vienna, trying skiing with Finnish people, joining a guided tour to Turkey alone etc... Other than striving for excellent results in piano performances and composition assignments, these experience carved in her heart, becoming very valuable and memorable. It is also the heartfelt words of every fung scholar Thank you very much for the kind sponsorship! With the generous support, this wonderful exchange journey helps shape a better young adult

02 Foundation Updates

Mainland Fung Scholars Visited Toys”R”Us Asia and Meiyume

A group of mainland Fung Scholars explored the latest toy designs and appreciated a selection of beauty products. They were introduced to the inner workings of the beauty industry This experience was beneficial for the scholars in developing their understanding of the Fung Group and its affiliated companies They are grateful for such kind opportunity and valuable experience to Meiyume and Toys"R"Us Asia for making this brilliant tour!

Fung Scholars were looking at the MGA’s Miniverses series, which is a popular products in Toys”R”Us.

Fung Scholars visited the show rooms of Meiyume @Spinners Lai Chi Kok

A group photo with the Pamela Wong (the bottom of right), General Manager – Hong Kong, Taiwan & Franchise Partnership, Toys”R”Us (Hong Kong)

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FS Poon Choi Gathering - Share the Warm

Blessings in Chinese New Year

OLIVIA WILSON WELLNESS

Hongkongers eating Poon choi with their beloved families is a popular trend. It is a unique Hong Kong dish that symbolizes ‘Unity and Togetherness’ The FS Kwu Tung Poon Choi Feast Gathering celebrated the Chinese New Year. Participants enjoyed Poon Choi at an old-style teahouse in Kwu Tung, Kum Yick Teahouse. The Kum Yick Teahouse will soon be demolished It is genuinely meaningful and memorable for the big family of Fung Scholars to enjoy traditional Poon Choi in such a nostalgic teahouse together! It showed the warmth and unity of scholars, sharing their happiness while enjoying the food.

FS Floral Jamming Session: Celebrating the

International Women’s Day

Women’s delicate nature and emotive qualities are warmly cherished, our Fung Scholars demonstrated their creativity They fashioned the stunning floral baskets, demonstrating women's power and the possibilities of floral designs.

The Fruition of the Fung Scholars X PMD Mentoring Program

The matching pairs of 9 Fung Group management team members with 9 outstanding Fung Scholars for the empowerment workshops and mentoring sessions shared the valuable learning outcomes of their mentoring goals It is a meaningful program that carved in scholars’ hearts. The group visited several key enterprises and new development projects in Nansha District and Dongguan, as well as Tencent and the 5G Digital port in Shenzhen. Fung scholars broadened their horizons of the latest developments in the Greater Bay Area, China The notable success of this event was made possible by the great cooperation of many units We sincerely express our gratitude for the strenuous effort of everyone!

We sincerely express our gratitude for:

⼴汽科技馆

南沙越国际⾦融中⼼ (南沙IFC)

⼴东⾕产业营理限司

⼴京粤湾区实业发展限司

Tencent Cloud

招局港⼝ (南) 营中⼼ 东⼭⾼区会务与投资促进局

⼭国际创创业社区 XbotPark

FS Crochet Granny Square Taster Workshop

Crochet clothing, especially crochet dresses and skirts, have become extremely popular during summer seasons Crocheting has become a popular craft, with a

participants attempted to create their own e amount of time to learn various stitches as well as more complex stitches such as the sion, an increasing number of Fung Scholars

03 FS Community Updates

A Journey and Research on the Startup Success Forecasting Framework (SSFF)

Xisen Wang (FS2022/23, University of Oxford)

During his internship at Vela Partners, he developed the Startup Success Forecasting Framework (SSFF) He created tools that democratize access to resources and opportunities in venture capital and startup evaluation. His diverse research experience, from computer vision to natural language processing (NLP), includes a focus on multi-focus image fusion as a Fung Scholar. The emergence of ChatGPT and Generative Models has intensified his interest in AI Agents He aspired to democratize AI, enabling more people to utilize its potential

The impact of SSFF on society can be substantial By automating the startup evaluation process, SSFF democratizes access to venture capital, allowing more startups to be evaluated fairly and thoroughly, regardless of their initial visibility or network connections, which leads to a more inclusive and diverse startup ecosystem, where innovative ideas have a greater chance of being recognized and funded Developing the SSFF has been an incredibly rewarding journey! It allowed him to merge engineering expertise with his passion for AI and entrepreneurship

He is genuinely grateful for all the support, wanting to share updates and future developments with the Fung Scholars Network and beyond.

Beyond Boundaries: My Adventurous Journey in Canada

Icebe Tsang (FS2023/24, Lingnan University)

To Icebe, stepping outside her comfort zone might receive some unexpected and rewarding outcomes Through participating in the exchange programme, She embarked on the exchange journey to Canada. This experience was a novelty to her: This was her first time travelling to a western country, her first time flying alone, and her very first time of staying abroad for such a long period

She embraced the beauty of cultural diversity by engaging with locals and trying new cuisines that were rare to her in Hong Kong. It fostered her a deeper understanding of different cultures by trying something new

As English is the first language in Canada, it is lucky that there were nearly no language barriers for Icebe to communicate with the locals. She gained the opportunity to practice English and attained a more proficient level Icebe’s housemates were from the UK and Spain, she was happy to learn slang and vocabularies in other languages from them

In the academic aspect, the western learning style in Canada kept pushing her to be more proactive in studies She was now more confident to speak in class and willing to express opinions in discussions!

Canada is famous for its breathtaking natural beauty. Living in such a rural area was a fresh experience for her There was an arboretum right near her dorm, which was her favorite place to go in leisure time In the arboretum, sne enjoy exploring themed gardens and nature trails while immersing in the tranquility of nature. It was a perfect place to seek a peaceful retreat for the busy lifestyle It is nice to know that Icebe got such delightful and valuable moments ;)

Exchange Life in Germany

Jeewon

Jeong (FS2023/24, The Universiy of Tokyo)

Korean fung scholar, Jeewon Jeong recently completed her exchange program also in Germany, yet in the University of Köln. Before coming to Germany, she sometimes judged people based on superficial factors by their upbringing or education She was selective when choosing friends, sticking to those who were similar to her. However, being in Germany made her interact with a diverse range of people She found that people are multi-dimensional, and their abilities or lack thereof don't define them Furthermore, she learnt to be independent. She relied on herself in Germany, making decisions on her own Her exchange was inc dibl l bl W l d t k ow her personal growth, becoming a mature Fung

Blossoming in Life - Living Life to the Fullest!

Tracy Lam (FS2022/23, The University of Hong Kong)

Tracy Lam, one of our fung scholars, believes that ‘every moment deserves to be captured’. Her adventurous soul has always been calling her – she should GET TO LIVE! We never know when our death, and our fate…Don't feel regret. As a responsible student tutor, she left positive traces in the world and wanted to inspire people around her. She considers herself a “blessed child” as life has never been too harsh for her, blissfully She has some living tips to share:

1 To-do list: Wake up WITH PURPOSE Give genuine CARE to the family as they are the important people in our life.

2 Guided affirmation practice: Listen to words of LOVE It fuels us and you would instantly feel energized to handle every challenge

3 Pomodoro clock: A great tool for every student and worker For every 25 minutes of deep focus, giving ourselves a BREAK.

Tracy's life goal is to keep enjoying the fun of life while marching on the main path of life Let us just take the flowers life offers us, smell it, appreciate it and take in the moment. One day, when we look back, we would realize what makes us today, is all the flowers that we have touched and loved.

Tracy loves editing videos, She is glad to have the support of audience

The roses – a fun night out at HKU ball!

FS hiking day with the perfect weather

Being an HKU Tutor is such an once-in-a-lifetime experience.

A Journey in Personal Mastery and Cultural Enrichment

Wong Tsz Yan, Leann ( Polytechnic University)

IG/ threads: lw kaleidoscope

Linked In:

www linkedin com/in/leann- wongdesign-thinker

Characters

Adventurous, passionate, determined

Philosophy build a better future through integrating design thinking to everyday life

Exchange Goals

Proactively seek exposure to new ideas and experiences for growth

Commit in developing leadership and personal management skills as key components of professional success

Achieve High Productiveness with Swedish Lifestyle

Below is the practise that we all have to learn. Work smarter, have more time to chill out! I experienced a very peaceful mentality, and sustained higher energy every day

“L-A-G-O-O-N”

Not Too Much, Not Too Little Reach the right amount only

“Fika”

Take small breaks, it helps you to unfocus & refocus

Hyper-Focus

No multi-tasking, you gonna finish your work by 4pm

Consistency

A habit makes everything easy, and achieves compound effects

Be Knowledgeable & Versatile, learn from the East and the West.

Ted x Stockholm

This I call law-of-attractions! How wonderful it is to be part of the organising team! I learnt compelling storytelling from all adorable speakers, plus event management skills such as spatial branding and team coordinations!

MeetUp

Besides my lovely schoolmates, I discovered the MeetUp app to connect with more people with common interests They are people who work in design & tech fields, or love natures 10 of us are having picnic to celebrate sunshine here:)

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A Finance Student’s Unexpected Venture: Discovering Art Through Lectures and Travelling Alike

Thomas Heun (FS2023/24, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology)

Thomas Heun from HKUST just ended his wonderful exchange journey, expressing that things come as “pleasant surprises”. It was an eye-opening and reflective experience Failing to get enrolled in business courses that he originally planned to take, with very limited choices at his disposal, he tried something new and opted for a course about Modern Art He suffered from lots of worries and insecurities as he knew nothing about the subject matter

However, his worries quickly dissipated as everyone was exceptionally welcoming and assisted him. He was grateful that he could kickstart his artistic voyage on his exchange journey! Trying something different in exchange, as a student majoring in business-related, he recalled the exhilarating experience of dashing around an art museum looking for a painting to analyze and share interpretations. Instead of studying global business and finance, who always thinks too analytically, he now set aside these essential qualities In arts, 2+2>4!

Apart from the academic fresh try, traveling is a quintessential part of the exchange experience. To him, visiting art museums has become a much more enjoyable experience after learning about the styles and stories behind different artists Be it Vincent Van Gogh’s sunflowers in Amsterdam or Monet’s water lilies in London - they have all left him starstruck and in awe He had never imagined that he would be immersed in such an artistic learning experience He expressed his greatest gratitude to the Victor and William Fung Foundation, who made this wonderful journey possible. We are very glad to know that he discovered a new area of interest!

A group of people looking at a painting Group presentations during a museum visit at Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan

Applying AI and ML Techniques to Environmental Engineering Projects and Enjoying Crayfish in Wuhan

Toby Evans (FS2022/23, University of Oxford)

Not only gaining fruitful experience from exchanges. With the support of the Fung Foundation, Toby Evan joined an internship in China He undertook an internship at HUST, Wuhan, working on an AI-focused research project. He was in a research group, working on an artificial olfactory system at Huazhong University of Science and Technology He was responsible for the data analysis using machine learning He worked on classification and regression. Amongst a variety of models including some simple forest and boost algorithms, the final models that he selected – based upon success a CNN for classification and an LSTM and RNN combination for regression. Toby developed skills in multiple machine learning techniques and learned feature selection, dimensionality reduction and the use of attention layers. This was

rewarding and useful to him He would like to pursue a machine learning path in his further studies and career

Besides, Toby participated in many fun events from dragon dancing to handcrafting traditional food, trying crayfish(xiaolongxia), and immersing the culture in Wuhan. HUST was a very enjoyable place to stay He was enormously grateful to the Fung Internship Award for enabling him to undertake this educationally and culturally enriching trip.

Memories Forged in Canada

Jeremiah Khong & Yi Da Ngo (FS2023/24, Singapore Management University)

The next sharing is a combined experience of two outstanding male scholars, Yi Da and Jeremiah They both pursued their studies in Singapore Management University(SMU) in the finance and business accounting field in Canada. They participated in an overseas exchange program in Canada’s prestigious Business Programme at Queen’s University The university is renowned for its commitment to excellence in business education, and the school is ranked among the TOP BUSINESS SCHOOLS globally They were embraced by an inclusive and diverse community, denoted by an open-minded and team-based learning environment.

Their fondest memory came from a Corporate Financial Planning(COMM 323) module, which was the most challenging module in the business school. Nonetheless, by seeking clarification of their doubts with Professor Cannon and his seasoned guidance, they steadily gained confidence and mastery over the material By the semester's end, they emerged as the top-scoring team for their final 2 hand-in group case study This transformative experience underscored the invaluable adaptability in shaping academic success. Fung scholars, good job!

In Canada, from braving ice-cold dips in sub-zero lakes to exploring a drive-through zoo in Quebec, each adventure was both novel and exhilarating. Apart from exploring Kingston, they travelled to Niagara, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Calgary and Banff Both of our scholars experienced a whirlwind of emotions, ranging from euphoria to apprehension, culminating in the ultimate triumph of accomplishment We are happy to know about their academic endeavors and how fulfilling

Walking on Lake Louise

View of Canadian Rockies from the Sulphur Mountain

Up the Ski Lift!

Group Photo with Professor Cannon

"Oh, Canada! Exchange Adventure"

Ryan Tan Jun Yuan (FS2023/24, National University of Singapore)

Ryan Tan had an amazing opportunity to develop a fun-filled and meaningful journey in Canada He joined a 4-month exchange programme at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada The key strengths that struck him about their Commerce School were the vibrant community and rigorous academic environment that supported intellectual curiosity and critical thinking To Ryan, it is interesting to explore the world of financial markets in the Canadian context He explored the Ontario province and unique landmarks in Brockville,

Belleville, Gananoque, and Prince Edward Island. He went to attractions that offered a rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty These destinations offered a unique perspective of Canadian lifestyle and culture, leaving a memorable and delightful impression on him

The awe-inspiring natural beauty of Niagara Falls, with millions of liters of water plunging down the cliffs every minute, was a majestic sight to behold He was indeed fortunate that the scholarship sponsor from the foundation gave him the financial support to explore new experiences He did believe that his time in Canada would leave a lasting memory on him forever.

Skyline of Toronto Financial District from the top of CN Tower

Tour of the House of Commons Night view of Niagara Falls, the largest waterfall in the Americas

Road Trip to Brockville, a town located 80km east of Kingston

My Journey to Explore the Medieval City—Edinburgh

Odo Tse (FS2023/24, The University of Hong Kong)

The medieval city of Edinburgh

Tse Sheung Hei Odo chose the University of Edinburgh for his one-semester exchange. He saw it as an UNFORGETTABLE CHAPTER in his life, filled with countless adventures

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland Cold, rainy, windy. In the city center triumphs the Edinburgh Castle, a medieval castle surrounded by high walls that he likes. Odo is a passionate cyclist, who joined the cycling club to explore Edinburgh on two wheels He enjoyed good food. He likes red pudding and haggis, which are two traditional cuisines in Scotland. Yet it is up to readers to decide if they are tasty or not, haha Fish and chips are prevalent along the Scottish coast However, they can be bland and oily if they are not seasoned properly

Last, a fun fact: the transportation in Scotland The Young Scot Card is an absolute bargain Application is free and then you no longer need to pay for buses!

Buses in Scotland may not be the quickest medium from one point to another, but they are free if you have a Young Scot Card

My friends, who I met in Hong Kong Society, and I went sightseeing together.

An Unforgettable Semester Abroad in Rome

Erica Gwee (FS2023/24, Singapore Management University)

Erica Gwee is a business management student from Singapore Management University who went for a semester abroad in Rome, Italy She caught a glimpse into what life is like on the other side of the world

Pizza in NaplesBest I’ve ever eaten!

From traveling in the bustling city of London to the fjords in Norway and mountains in Croatia, every experience had its SPECIAL MAGIC. These experiences enhanced her understanding of the world and filled her with a sense of wonder

In Rome, she went to the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Vatican City. The trip was truly amazing, with so much historical significance that she previously was only ever able to see on the laptop screen and Google images. The sight of St Peter’s Basilica from Erica's run route never failed to impress her, constantly reminding her of the remarkable experience.

A spontaneous road trip

Trevi Fountain

Amalfi Coast in the summer

to Austria

Music, Mountains, and MozartA Cultural Odyssey and Journey of Discovery

Ong Jia Zhi (FS2023/24, National University of Singapore)

Jia Zhi, a final-year student at the National University of Singapore. He believed that true appreciation of a country can only be achieved through IMMERSION Jia Zhi enjoyed his exchange semester at a renowned German university, Otto Beisheim School of Management (WHU). He immersed himself in the local culture He honed his financial capabilities through attending classes and events, and he traveled to multiple countries in Europe. He learnt German culture, and Vallendar, the small town where he was situated

His most memorable trip was to Austria and the Czech Republic. It was his first time stepping foot on a snow mountain. Exploring Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart, and Vienna, a city well-known for music gave him insight, which was a breath of fresh air as it was so different from the one in Singapore. Once again, he would like to extend his heartfelt thanks to the Victor and William Fung Foundation for making his exchange possible.

On the top of Untersberg, Salzburg

A building in the WHU

Views from the apartment in Vallendar, Germany

04 Biography of all writers

Xisen WANG (FS2022/23, University of Oxford)

Xisen Wang is an engineering student at the University of Oxford His curiosity about solving real-world problems hrough technology led him to pursue engineering at Oxford, where he delve into machine learning and artificial ntelligence(AI) and of AI. Xisen has founded an AI startup and erved as the Programme Director of the Oxford Venture Capital Network Society He is deeply passionate in leveraging apital industry

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Jeewon Jeong studies Sociology at the University of Tokyo Originally from Korea, she grew up in Japan. She just completed her exchange program in Germany this July.

Tracy Lam (FS2022/23, The University of Hong Kong)

Tracy is currently an HKU research masters student During her study period, she is a Tutor for undergraduates One of her Instagram reels about tutoring even earned her 127k+ views! As a 22-year-old Hong Kong girl who is passionate about life, Tracy loves documenting little to big moments with her phone She believes that every moment deserves to be captured

Wong Tsz Yan, Leann

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product designer, dedicated to enhance experience & She wants to build a better future through integrating nking to everyday life. One of her exchange goals is to rope aesthetics

eun 4, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology)

a penultimate year student at the Hong Kong of Science and Technology, majoring in Global nd Finance This semester, he is also an exchange the Bocconi University in Milan. While pursuing a anking and finance, Thomas has never stopped is interests of exploring different cultures and he is on the lookout for authentic experiences

ns 3, University of Oxford)

General Engineering student at Magdalen College, o undertook an internship at HUST, Wuhan China in the summer of 2023 working on an AI and ML focused environmental research project He enjoys playing lacrosse, football and running. He has represented Oxford in varsity team matches.

Jeremiah Khong (FS2023/24, Singapore Management University)

A senior at SMU, pursuing a Bachelor of Business Management with a keen interest in Operations Analytics and Finance. Embracing a philosophy centered on experiencing life to the fullest, he thrives on dynamic challenges and opportunities for growth With a passion for problem-solving and a proactive learning attitude, Jeremiah believes in seizing every opportunity to shape his understanding of the world He seeks to immerse in gaining first-hand experience and insights.

Yi Da Ngo (FS2023/24, Singapore Management University)

Yi Da is a penultimate student pursuing a Bachelor of Accountancy at Singapore Management University. His interests and strengths lie in the accounting and finance industries. On a light-hearted note, he enjoys cooking, playing badminton, and traveling the world

Ryan Tan Jun Yuan (FS2023/24, National University of Singapore)

Ryan is a third-year student at the National University of Singapore, pursuing a Business Administration degree with a major in Finance This exchange experience in Canada deepened his knowledge and appreciation of various cultures, to enable him to develop a global perspective of international business. Ryan developed a fun-filled and meaningful journey in Canada.

Odo Tse (FS2023/24, The University of Hong Kong)

Tse Sheung Hei, Odo is currently a year 3 undergraduate student studying at the University of Hong Kong He majors in English Studies and General Linguistics Odo became a Fung Scholar in 2023 He is an extrovert with some senses of humor, enjoy to chat with people and meet new friends

Erica Gwee (FS2023/24, Singapore Management University)

Erica is a business management student from Singapore Management University She went for a semester abroad in Rome, Italy in her first semester of Year 4 She is interested in data analytics and sustainability With a passion for discovering new places, Erica took the chance to travel around Europe and uncover all the wonders that the continent had to offer.

Jia Zhi Ong (FS2023/24, National University of Singapore)

Jia Zhi, a final-year student at the National University of Singapore, is pursuing a bachelor's degree in business administration with a specialization in finance. He has a burning passion for dodgeball. Believing that true appreciation of a country can only be achieved through immersion, Jia Zhi aims to delve into the traditions of countries to learn and grow

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