EdUHK held a ceremony on 20 May for the President’s Awards for Outstanding Performance in Teaching, Research, Knowledge Transfer, and Administrative Services 2024/25, recognising and encouraging staff members who have demonstrated exceptional achievements and contributions in these four areas. This year, two distinguished faculty members from FLASS received Teaching Awards, while a team from the Department of Health and Physical Education was awarded the Certificate of Merit in the Administrative Services category. A team which includes two teaching staff from FLASS won the Knowledge Transfer Team Award.

President Professor John Lee Chi-Kin congratulated the individuals and teams on their extraordinary performances. “I am grateful for the dedication and hard work of all the awardees. Your passion for education and professional attitude have successfully propelled our university forward in the realms of education, innovation, and development. With your outstanding performance in various fields, the University will continue to pursue excellence, embracing every opportunity to reach new heights,” he said.
 
Dr Tiffany Bai Shurui from the Department of Mathematics and Information Technology received the Teaching Award (Individual Award – Early Career Faculty Member Category). Over nearly three years of evaluation, Dr Bai developed the “DIGA” teaching model (Diversity, Innovation, Gamification and Authenticity) to broaden students’ global perspectives and holistically enhance their problem-solving abilities through an evidence-based approach. Since joining EdUHK in July 2022, she has published ten articles on DIGA-related topics, delivered thirteen international presentations, and secured over HK$3 million in funding for ten projects she has led.

Dr Chong Yee Ling from the Department of Science and Environmental Studies also received the Teaching Award (Individual Award – General Faculty Member Category). A passionate educator, Dr Chong is committed to transforming science education through innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Central to Dr Chong’s work is the SPARK framework, an integrated model based on Self-efficacy, Peer-mentorship, Adaptability, Reflective Practice, and Kinaesthetic Learning. Designed to empower students as proactive learners and changemakers, SPARK embodies her vision: “SPARK one, uplift many.”