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SEEING THE EXTRAORDINARY IN THE ORDINARY
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大學廣場
NOV 2014
I hope to broaden my knowledge and enrich myself during
the years in university. And this has well been achieved
through my major, a multi-disciplinary study including arts,
culture, history and even psychology. In class, professors are
very nice to me. They care about my condition and offer help
whenever I cannot follow well. I am very much touched by
their kind assistance.
Besides, the University has given me wonderful learning
opportunities abroad, including cultural visit in India, Brazil and
Taiwan. But the experience in Rome is the most memorable
one. I attended an international conference - “Univ 2014:
Cosmos - The Ecology of the Person and his environment”
and present my research on Choi Yuen Village in front of
participants from more than 20 countries in all walks of life.
This is such a once in a life time experience.
Some people may think that life in hostel is ordinary but
Embrace the Imperfection
Enjoy the Imperfect Life
Student Reporter: Tse Tak Hei, Leo
Do you love the marks on your body, flaws and deficiencies in yourself? It’s hard to love them, but sadly they are part of us.
Admittedly, life is imperfect and no man is perfect. However, we are entitled to a fruitful and joyful life which primarily hinges
on how well we accept and live with our weaknesses. The two students in the following sharing are veterans in accepting and
getting along with their lesser-strength. Let’s see how they enjoy life in CUHK.
Elliot Lee
(Religious Studies / Year 3)
Diagnosed with Dyslexia
I was once overwhelmed by the possibilities that my rather severe speech dissiliency
would prevent me from my future pursuit. In reality, it does. Unable to present
myself in a confident and fluent manner, I have failed formal interviews and
cannot even explain my ideas clearly in front of the class, not to mention those
unsatisfactory oral results.
But still, in my leisure time, following my thirst for knowledge and eagerness
in discovering my own meaning of life, I participate in varieties of social and
intellectual activities, ranging from volunteering to seminars of subjects beyond my
major study. With some thought-provoking and delightful experiences of casual
conversations, I gradually get rid of my fear in speaking. Particularly, I received
Chan Wai Tung, Catherine
(English / Year 3)
Diagnosed with stuttering
it is rewarding to me. I am happy to meet and understand
people from different majors. Due to the differences among
us, new views and diverse perspectives can be heard through
interaction which inspires me very much!
To students with special educational needs, I hope you all
enjoy your life in university. Even though we may be slower,
let’s keep on trying. We will make it one day. Stay positive
and learn to see the extraordinary in the ordinary. You will be
happy always!
