HKUST is planning to make changes to its regulations in order to remove restrictions and hire two more vice-principals. The Educational Affairs Committee of the Legislative Council discussed and amended the “University of Science and Technology Regulations” following Chinese University and Lingnan University. President Ye Yuru stated the need for at least two more vice presidents to handle the development of the Greater Bay Area and promote cooperation with local companies to help Hong Kong become a global innovation and technology centre. The addition of more vice-presidents will not increase the university’s financial burden and will put HKUST on par with other six universities funded by the UGC. The school plans to transform its Clear Water Bay campus into a research, exploration and innovation technology park, which requires the appointment of more vice principals. The changes will also ensure the university’s social responsibility. Lingnan University, another local aided university, proposed similar amendments to increase the number of its vice presidents to “up to 3”.
[News]Following Chinese University and Lingnan University, the Educational Affairs Committee of the Legislative Council discussed and amended the “University of Science and Technology Regulations” yesterday. to be determined from time to time”. Ye Yuru, president of HKUST, said at the meeting that at least two more vice presidents are needed to handle the development of the Greater Bay Area and promote cooperation with local companies to help Hong Kong become an international innovation and technology center.
Will be on par with other 6 universities
Ye Yuru emphasized that the recruitment of additional vice presidents will use the existing university resources, which will not increase the financial burden, nor will it cause the university to “grow fat and lose weight”. Member Chen Zhongni, who proposed the relevant private bill, is a member of the HKUST Council. He said that after the amendment, the number of vice-chancellors of HKUST will be on par with the other 6 local universities funded by the UGC, and will provide more flexibility for the development of HKUST To meet the current and future development needs of the University.
Liao Changcheng, former chairman of the HKUST Council, said that in the next 30 years, the school will devote itself to transforming the Clear Water Bay campus into a learning, research, exploration and innovation technology park. Starting new academic projects, it is necessary to expand its influence. The current management structure must Timely review and development, frankly admit that the number of vice-principals is not enough. He also pointed out that the appointment of a vice-principal also needs to be approved by three quarters of the independent school board members, which can fully guarantee the school’s social responsibility.
In addition to HKUST, Lingnan University is another of the eight local aided universities that has set a legal limit on the number of vice presidents. Lingnan University has proposed to amend the regulations earlier, and increase the number of vice presidents to “up to 3” in order to strengthen the management team and promote future development.
In conclusion, HKUST’s efforts to revise its regulations and hire two additional vice-principals reflects the university’s commitment to promoting innovation and development in Hong Kong’s Greater Bay Area. With the recruitment of more vice-presidents, HKUST hopes to be on par with other local universities funded by the UGC and enhance its ability to attract talent, expand its influence and meet the current and future needs of the University. As the institution continues to transform its campus into a learning, research, exploration, and innovation technology park, it is imperative that the management structure be reviewed and developed to ensure its long-term success.