‘Small steps, Big changes’. The internship is not only a ‘lesson in the field’, but also a chance to contribute to a meaningful cause and meet like-minded people whom I can learn from. I am grateful for the Dr. Karen Lee Memorial Fund for supporting my participation and offering a valuable and rewarding experience.

With this internship, I had exposure to society and gained more knowledge of Corporate Social Responsibilities. By attending business exhibits and reaching out to real businesses, I further recognized my strengths and weaknesses. The first American friend I met in Fair Trade Hong Kong, taught me about the world outside HK. I realized the true meaning of doing business is to solve problems in society. This conviction will carry on as I grow up and pursue my business career.

I would like to thank the Karen Lee Student Memorial Fund and the Public Service Internship Scholarship for giving me the chance to push myself out of my comfort zone! Without joining the SBMT2200 Social Enterprise Internship Program, I never would have been able to explore the social sector, and would not be the person I am today.

Mentoring is a sharing process, a two-way communication. I believe that this program is beneficial for both mentees and mentors. We shared our experiences and caring to others. Friendships were established through communication and activities. These positive experiences have inspired me to carry on the habit of helping others.

Whether you are a mentor or a mentee, mentoring is a learning process for both. In this process, I learned that mentoring is not just giving the best advice; mentoring is supporting the mentee to choose his or her best decision. It is my pleasure to be part of the SBM Peer Mentoring program to serve the community and first-year students.

Being a mentor has been an incredibly fruitful experience, and I encourage anybody with an open heart and open ears to join the program. I enjoy inspiring my mentees by sharing my experience and assisting them to adjust to university life. I sincerely hope I could make an impact on their lives – just like my mentor did.

UG Get-together allows me to know more people in SBM - students, professors, and the people working behind the scenes: the staffs! The setting of this event is much more casual than a class setting, enabling the students to know the staffs and faculties in a more personal way. Overall, it is very nice to chat, laugh, and snack together with the people in SBM!

UG Get-Togethers are the perfect opportunity to make friends! These special events have everything needed to start a conversation, including food, drinks, and sofas where you can relax, have fun and communicate with fellow students and professors. At the gatherings, I made friends from all over the globe! As a freshman, I am surprised at all the different nationalities. Nevertheless, I like to be in this great society, surrounded by these brilliant people.

I think the most unforgettable events during my first year in HKUST is the UG Get-Together. All the students and professors could come to have a cozy afternoon tea. Through this activity I get to know more friends who I haven’t know the name before, I also have chance to chat with different professors. It reduces the distance between students and teachers.