Siron was selected as the Hong Kong Rhodes Scholar 2008, one of the most prestigious academic awards for postgraduate studies.

After my graduation, I often miss the happy, warm and enriching times at the Department of Psychology in CUHK.

Faculty members of the psychology department care not only about teaching and researching psychology as knowledge, but they also care about psychology as life - the psychology of students. They listen to our feelings and thoughts, as well as opinions and suggestions to the department. From the bi-weekly departmental seminars, I learnt about their research and eventually became attracted to doing research first-hand as well. Some of my research collaborators are my fellow classmates, who are smart, funny and reliable. They are great companions to group projects and extra-curricular activities. Together, we design and conduct experiments, enjoy afternoon tea, play sports and join other activities. Most memorable of all, we share success and failure. Through all these, we have built close friendships, which are as invaluable as and more unforgettable than the knowledge we learnt. These have all become important and precious memories of my life.

[Siron pursued a Master's degree in Management Research and another in Modern Chinese Studies at the University of Oxford after graduation. He is now working as a Costumer Strategy Manager at Tesco.]

What I cherish most about the undergraduate psychology program of CUHK are its strong academic reputation, world class faculty, interdisciplinary curriculum, and excellent opportunities for students’ professional career development. After my graduation, I often miss the joyful, warm, and enriching moments at the Department of Psychology.

Since my undergraduate days at CUHK, I have been impressed by the dedicated faculty members for their enthusiasm to teach and share scientific knowledge, research skills, and practical experience in the field of psychology. They have always been supportive of my study and research plans, as well as scholarship and job applications. Their passion and perseveration in research set the best role model for me. I am greatly appreciative of their unfailing guidance and support, and all the academic sharing and ideas input that have been very useful for my studies.

Over the years, the psychology program has connected me to a fantastic network of very supportive alumni, as well as to an extremely talented cohort of fellow classmates. I have been impressed with and inspired by the caliber of my classmates, which has created intellectually stimulating class discussions and motivated me to think in new perspectives. We have also made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. It is certainly my talented and friendly classmates whom I study with, learn from, and grow together with that make my academic journey truly fruitful.

These have all become important and treasurable moments of my life.

[Kevin is working as an Assistant Professor at the Education University of Hong Kong.]