Source: Hong Kong Information Services
Chief Executive John Lee today expressed sorrow over the passing of Hu Hung-lick and extended his deepest condolences to Mr Hu’s family.
He said that Mr Hu and his late wife, Chung Chi-yung, established Shue Yan College to broaden the tertiary education opportunities of Hong Kong’s younger generation.
They remained steadfast to the educational philosophy of “cultivating virtues of benevolence; broadening horizons and knowledge”, and spared no effort in promoting Shue Yan to become a post-secondary college and the city’s first private university, Shue Yan University, Mr Lee added.
“Dr Hu dedicated himself to the university and served as its president until his passing, commanding the respect and love of the university’s staff, students and alumni.
“Dr Hu devoted substantial financial resources and personal effort to the development of Hong Kong’s post-secondary education, nurturing generations of virtuous talent for Hong Kong.
“He also actively participated in public service and made outstanding contributions to Hong Kong.”
Mr Hu was awarded the Grand Bauhinia Medal in 2008.