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“When the global financial crisis broke out in 2008, i
seriously reconsidered the industry i worked in and the
role that i was to play going forward,” reflected amy. “That
curiosity drove me to further my study in the field of finance
through the programme, which i knew would provide me with
the precious opportunity to study in the UK amongst some of
the brightest scholars in the world.”
iris agrees. as a principal finance reporter for a local
television station, she, too, witnessed the global financial
tsunami first hand and was driven to deepen her own
knowledge so that she could better help investors to
understand the trends in the financial markets and cope with
the turbulence and changes. “The Chevening programme is
prestigious. i look forward not only to my own studies but
also to interactions with other fellow scholars from around the
globe,” said iris.
Working toward his goal of leading what he calls “positive
politics” in hong Kong, gary was pleased when the Chevening
scholarship selection panel recognised his potential of
becoming a future leader in hong Kong, because the
competition for this year’s hutchison Chevening scholarships
were highly sought after. “i am most honoured by the fact
that Dr li Ka-shing and hutchison Whampoa limited will be
supporting my studies,” said gary. “because of this support,
i can partake in an academic programme that will greatly
enhance my intellectual capability and broaden my horizons
and global understanding.”
like gary and many hutchison Chevening scholars, Jade
understands that the benefits of the Chevening programme will
stretch far beyond the walls of her classrooms. “i am looking
forward to pursuing my passion of economic development and
policy analysis, but i am most excited about becoming highly
engaged in the global Chevening community and connecting
with and learning from the local people and culture,” said Jade.
“For those considering applying for the Chevening
scholarship, i highly recommend that you challenge yourself
and apply for this world-class opportunity,” advises alan.
“once you receive the honour of being a Chevening scholar,
you will have the opportunity to grow yourself personally and
professionally like never before – truly an opportunity of
a lifetime.”
Above Left: A welcome reception
for 2012/13 Chevening Scholars
was held at the UK Foreign and
Commonwealth Office
in London.
Above Right: Campus of Queen’s
University Belfast.
The Chevening global family
Clockwise from top left: Iris Wong, Gary Wong, Frankie Tam,
Alan Koo.
CREDIT: fRom mEDIa sERVICEs aT QuEEn’s unIVERsITy BElfasT CREDIT: ChEVEnIng sECRETaRIaT