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Stamp Issuing Ceremony of “Centenary of The University of Hong Kong”

14 Sep 2011

 

2011 marks the 100^th anniversary of the University of Hong Kong. Hongkong Post issues a set of commemorative stamps with the theme "Centenary of The University of Hong Kong" to mark this historic occasion. The stamps will be released for sale together with associated philatelic products tomorrow (September 15) at post offices. The Stamp Issuing Ceremony will be held in Loke Yew Hall in HKU tomorrow (September 15).

A group of 40 primary school students will also attend the issuing ceremony. The students will write down their messages of love and care to their families and friends on postcards and post them to the pop up posting box in Loke Yew Hall.  

The commemorative stamps show images of the Main Building - a revered heritage building located on the university campus - as well as some historical items, each of which has a special place in the journey over time of this celebrated academic institution.

Members of the media are cordially invited to cover the activity. Details are as follows:

Date: September 15, 2011 (Thursday)

Time:
9:45am - Group photo of Professor Lap-Chee Tsui, Vice-Chancellor of HKU with the primary school students
10am  - Stamp Issuing Ceremony

(Pop-up Store in Loke Yew Hall opening hour: 9am - 4pm, September 15, 2011)

Venue: Loke Yew Hall, Main Building, HKU

Guests:
Professor Lap-Chee Tsui, Vice-Chancellor of HKU
Mr Eddie Mak, Acting Postmaster General
Mr Arde Lam, designer of "Centenary of The University of Hong Kong" Special Stamps

For media enquiries, please contact Ms Polo Leung, Development & Alumni Affairs Office on 2241-5677.