{
  "id": 329399,
  "title": "CUHK's first postgraduate college 'a timely addition'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/cuhks-first-postgraduate-college-a-timely-addition-329399",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-06T07:40:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTHK News",
    "slug": "rthk-news",
    "url": "https://news.rthk.hk/rthk/en/component/k2/1865219-20260806.htm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has announced the establishment of its first college dedicated to postgraduate students, a move that has been welcomed by lawmaker Nick Chan. Chan believes that this new college will aid in the comprehensive development of postgraduate students, who are often perceived as mere researchers working in isolation. He emphasized that collaboration is key for their growth and that the new college will provide a platform for them to excel and contribute to the society. Chan also suggested that the college could be situated in an area with easy access to necessary resources. The institution's strategic plan, titled \"Leaping to Greatness,\" outlines the goals it aims to achieve in the coming years, highlighting the importance of collective effort in achieving significant outcomes. As a public-funded institution, CUHK must transparently communicate its plans to the public, government, and Legislative Council (Legco) to ensure the efficient use of resources. Chan also noted that all universities in Hong Kong should cooperate to contribute to the national development, leveraging the unique advantages of both the city and CUHK.",
  "summary": "A lawmaker on Thursday hailed the Chinese University of Hong Kong's decision to establish its first college dedicated to postgraduates. It will be the 10th college at the only local institution that has been operating a collegiate system since the 1960s. Nick Chan, who is also a CUHK Council member, said the decades-long culture helps with students’ whole-person development. “Postgraduate…",
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        "title": "CUHK's first postgraduate college 'a timely addition'",
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        "published": "2026-08-06T07:40:42.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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