The Review 2009

Vision The University of Hong Kong, as a leading international institution of higher learning in Asia, strives to attract and nurture outstanding scholars from around the world through excellence and innovation in teaching and learning, research and knowledge exchange, contributing to the advancement of society and the development of leaders through a global presence, regional significance and engagement with the rest of China. Mission The University of Hong Kong will endeavour: • To advance constantly the bounds of scholarship, building upon its proud traditions and strengths; • To provide a comprehensive education, developing fully the intellectual and personal strengths of its students while developing and extending lifelong learning opportunities for the community; • To produce graduates of distinction committed to lifelong learning, integrity and professionalism, capable of being responsive leaders and communicators in their fields; • To develop a collegial, flexible, pluralistic and supportive intellectual environment that inspires and attracts, retains and nurtures scholars, students and staff of the highest calibre in a culture that fosters creativity, learning and freedom of thought, enquiry and expression; • To provide a safe, healthy and sustainable workplace to support and advance teaching, learning and research at the University; • To engage in innovative, high-impact and leading-edge research within and across disciplines; • To be fully accountable for the effective management of public and private resources bestowed upon the institution and act in partnership with the community over the generation, dissemination and application of knowledge; • To serve as a focal point of intellectual and academic endeavour in Hong Kong, China and Asia and act as a gateway and forum for scholarship with the rest of the world. The Vice-Chancellor’s Message HKU’s Strategic Development 2009-2014 Learning Without Borders A Hothouse of Ideas Strong Roots, Big Branches The University Profile An Extract from the University’s Annual Accounts 2008-09 Officers of the University The Council 02 04 06 24 44 54 60 63 64 Contents