BA Orientation Day 2025

27 Aug 2025 (Wed)  ·  Department News  ·  Official report ›

On August 27, 2025, the Department of Media and Communication (COM) at City University of Hong Kong hosted an orientation day to welcome its first-year students.

Prof. Yi-Hui Christine Huang, Head and Chair Professor of COM, in her opening address encouraged students to explore the diverse aspects of media and communication studies while embracing the countless opportunities available during their academic journey, including partnerships with renowned institutions like Tsinghua University and Peking University.

Following her speech, COM faculty members took turns introducing themselves, giving students a warm welcome and a first look at the diverse expertise within the department.

During the sharing session, Prof. Seungsu Lee, Programme Leader for Media and Communication, presented the latest updates on the programme structure and explained the process of major allocation. Prof. Guanxiong Huang, Programme Leader for BAMDCM, shared insights into future career paths linked to the field, and Prof. Ki Joon Kim, Programme Leader for BATVB, highlighted the unique features of the programme.

Students were also introduced to various COM initiatives, including Minor Programmes, the Student Advising and Mentoring Scheme, the SMILE Programme, and the Student Exchange Programme.