The D. H. Chen Foundation Scholarship Program (the “Scholarship Program”) is growing stronger as 18 new Scholars of Cohort 2023 have recently joined this tight-knit family.

With nearly 60 Scholars from previous cohorts, as well as many guests and families, the big family was gathered in November at the Award Dinner to celebrate the Scholars’ achievements, reflect on the meaningful journey, and look forward to a future with many possibilities.

“The Foundation is here to be your unwavering support, your second or even third home. Once you take that first step, we will go above and beyond to assist you in achieving your goals.” Ms. Karen Cheung, our Trustee and Chief Strategist, encouraged our Scholars to take every opportunity to try and actualize their aspirations as she welcomed our Scholars.

Gary Chan, our 2021 Scholar from HKU, shared the same thought when he reflected on his Scholarship journey in a panel discussion with Yalsin Li (HKU, 2016), Jelly Ho (HKUST, 2019), and Kelly Lau (CUHK, 2016). “One must transcend boundaries and actively foster the exchange of perspectives and understanding within diverse communities when we strive to be a compassionate leader.”

This spirit of taking initiative and action to realize your passion was also perfectly demonstrated in a music performance initiated by our Scholars. Curated by Sam Au-Yeung, our 2020 CUHK Scholar talented in music, the captivating performance of the song “A Million Dreams” captured the hearts of the audience by the collaborative efforts of Chelly Lam (CUHK, 2022), Harold Lam (HKU, 2022), Vivian Lo (PolyU, 2016), Lance Ma (CUHK, 2022), and Asley Tsui (CUHK, 2020).

Our Scholars, alumni or newly joined, might have a million dreams to be actualized on their journey with boundless possibilities. And yet, just like what Karen reminded all of us, “no matter how far you soar, remember you are always welcome to come back to us, and set forth on your journey once again, if necessary.” 

The five local universities of our Scholars are The Chinese University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and and The University of Hong Kong. 

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