22 July 2019
The Philippines Consulate General and National Book Development Board generously donated a collection of more than 30 books on the Philippines to The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK). Prof Gilbert Fong, Dean of the School of Translation, Dr Shelby Chan, Associate Dean of School of Translation, Dr Siu Sai Cheong, Associate Professor of School of Translation and Ms Sarena Law, University Librarian, represented the University to receive the publications at a Book Donation Ceremony held on 22 July.
Prof Fong and academics of the School of Translation had a fruitful discussion and exchange with the guests led by Ms Maria Sheila U. Monedero-Arnesto, Consul of Philippine Consulate General, on future co-operation in teaching, student learning and research. The guests also visited teaching facilities on campus.
(From left) Miss Charlene A. Beriana, Attaché of Philippine Consulate General; Ms Maria Sheila U. Monedero-Arnesto, Consul of Philippine Consulate General; Prof Gilbert Fong, Dean of School of Translation; Ms Leonor G. Reyes, Director for Operations Services, National Book Development Board of the Philippines; Dr Shelby Chan, Associate Dean of School of Translation; Mrs Luz M. Iglesias, Attaché of Philippine Consulate General; Ms Sarena Law, University Librarian; Dr Siu Sai Cheong, Associate Professor of School of Translation.
The guests visit the Fung Yiu King Hall, which is equipped with state-of-the-art interpreting facilities compliant with UN conference standards.
Ms Sarena Law, University Librarian, introduces the rich collections of the library.
