Inauguration Ceremony for New Students

The Inauguration Ceremony for New Students, organised by CEDARS, is the University's formal welcome for all first-year students. At the Ceremony, new students will meet the University’s principal officers and senior academics, including the President and Vice-Chancellor, Vice-Presidents and Pro-Vice-Chancellors, Registrar, Librarian, Deans of Faculties, Dean of Graduate School and Dean of Student Affairs.
The Inauguration Ceremony also includes a Robing Ceremony, which symbolises the official induction of the new students to the University family.
Date: 26 August 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Venue: The Grand Hall of Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus
Dress Code: Formal attire and shoes (Green Gown will be provided for the Robing Ceremony)

