1. When would CU graduates become CU alumni?

Once their graduate status is confirmed by the University Senate, graduates will become CU alumni.

2. Is there a CU Alumni Card?

There is no CU Alumni Card per se, but alumni can apply for the “CU Alumni Credit Card” to signify their special status as CU alumni. Holders of the “CU Alumni Credit Card” can enjoy special discount plus up to 4 hours of free parking when using campus facilities. For details and application, please visit CU Alumni Credit Card webpage.

3. What benefits and services could CU alumni enjoy? Can alumni use campus facilities?

As a CU graduate, you can enjoy to a lot of benefits and services. CU alumni are welcome to return to campus to use the following facilities: libraries, swimming pool, selected sports facilities and CU Staff Common Room Restaurant etc. Please visit Alumni Benefits webpage for details. Holders of the CU Alumni Credit Card can enjoy special discount plus up to 4 hours of free parking when using the facilities.

4. May I use CU library service?

All CUHK graduates are eligible to apply for the “Alumni Library Card” (Borrower’s Card or Reader’s Card) which allows them access to any library of the University Library System. They may also apply for the “Digital Library Service for Alumni”. For application fee, procedure and details, please visit the Library webpage. For application, please log on to the MyCUHK portal to apply.

5. I have already completed all the required courses. Am I a “graduate” of the University? Can I apply for the alumni library services?

Once the graduation status of CUHK students has been approved by the Senate of the University, the students are considered as graduates of the University and may apply for the alumni library services through MyCUHK. For undergraduates, normally, the graduation list of the year will be confirmed by the Senate in mid-March (for first term graduates) or mid-August (for second term graduates).
For postgraduate students, the graduation list will be approved by the Senate in batches throughout the year. Students may check with the Registration and Examinations Section of the Registry the status if necessary (email: ugadmin@cuhk.edu.hk) OR check with the Graduate School Office (email: gradschool@cuhk.edu.hk).

6. What are the alumni bodies which alumni can join?

All degree graduates will automatically become members of the “CUHK Convocation”. For the objectives and activities of the “CUHK Convocation”, please visit the CUHK Convocation webpage.
To enhance the connection among alumni of different Colleges and Schools, the Federation of Alumni Associations of CUHK (FAA) is set up consisting of the Alumni Associations of Chung Chi College, New Asia College, United College, Shaw College and School of Education, etc. as basic members and the Alumni Association of Part-time Degree Programme as an affiliate member. Members of any of the above Alumni Associations are also the members of FAA. Please visit FAA webpage for further details.
Currently, there are over 100 CU alumni associations established in Hong Kong, China and other parts of the world. They are organized by college, major, profession or interest which together form a CUHK alumni network worldwide. New alumni are most welcome to join the alumni associations of their interest and take part in their activities. Through participation in these alumni bodies, you will not only be able to maintain your linkage with fellow classmates and alumni, but also expand your personal network which will in turn benefit your further development in life. Please visit Alumni Organization webpage for details.

7. I am going to live / work / study abroad, how can I know if there is any alumni association with which I can get in touch?

For names and contact officers of all CU alumni associations around the world, please visit Alumni Organization webpage.

8. How to get a free lifetime Alumni Email Forwarding Address?

Please visit MyCUHK for details and sign up for the free and convenient service.

9. Why should I inform Alumni Affairs Office of my email and mailing address?

No matter where you are, with your email and mailing address, Alumni Affairs Office can send you the latest copy of “CU Alumni” magazine and alumni e-newsletter “Alumni Matters”, and keep you informed of the latest news and activities of all CU alumni associations and the University.
Do let us know by updating your personal information through MyCUHK.

10. How can I get a transcript?

For graduates of undergraduate programme, please visit:
http://www.res.cuhk.edu.hk/en-gb/applications/graduates-of-full-time-undergraduate-programmes
For graduates of postgraduate programme, please visit:
https://www.gs.cuhk.edu.hk/page/RequestOfficialDocuments