[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”. HKUST President Ye Yuru 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. To start 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.
