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M essage fromGraduate Howcould a university life endwithout a graduation dinner? This year a graduation dinner was held for the Class N17 in order for students to express their gratitude towards the School’s efforts in helping them to achieve their dream of becoming a nurse. The nursing students were having a great time, not only among themselves but also with teachers and professors who have spent all of their effort on teaching and transforming us from a piece of blank paper five years ago to be a nurse-to-be. Although the happy time was short, we treasure every single moment we have been with our classmates, who kindly supported and encouraged each other during difficult times at studies and practicum, and N ew Faces Ms Denise Tang Assistant Lecturer It is my great honour and pleasure to join the School of Nursing of The University of Hong Kong as Assistant Lecturer. After my graduation, I gained experiences in orthopaedic, paediatric, surgical, ophthalmic and ENT nursing. Over the years, I have also undertaken further studies to enhance my knowledge and skills. I believe that knowledgeable, compassionate and competent nurses can enhance patient health outcomes and develop better patient rapport. I look forward to becoming a team member of our School, and to sharing my clinical experiences and exchanging updated knowledgewith students, and assisting themto acquire essential knowledge, attitudes andnursing skills tobecome competent, caring and reliable nursing professionals. Ms Heidi Yeung Ha Nui Assistant Lecturer I am pleased and honored to join School of Nursing, the University of Hong Kong as an Assistant Lecturer. After graduating from the School of Nursing, Queen Mary Hospital. I worked in a neurosurgical unit and general gynecology unit. Then, I pursued my study in the School of Midwifery and became a Registered Midwife. Prior to this appointment, I worked in a specialty of Obstetrics unit, where I was trained up to be a team leader in managing obstetric emergency situations, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in breastfeeding counseling and clinical mentor in teaching and coaching student midwives. I look forward to sharing my clinical experiences with nursing students and supporting them in developing their clinical skills to be a competent and professional nurse. Mr Jeffrey Yip Laboratory Manager I am delighted to join the School of Nursing as Laboratory Manager. As a registered nurse by training, I shall be assisting in the management and strategic leadership of the clinical laboratories to facilitate various School’s initiatives. Our renovated laboratories, fully equipped with state-of-the-art simulation systems, will be offering our students an integrated learning experience. Simulation-based training will continue to be one of the spotlights in the curricula, strengthening the linkage between cognitive learning and clinical practice. To this end, I shall embrace and ride on amyriad of exciting opportunities ahead. It is my belief that a well-resourced and managed laboratory will, in many ways, leverage teaching and learning effectiveness. Mr. Eric Chan Class N17 Graduate most importantly, teachers and mentors from the school, who unreservedly gave their full support and guidance both academically and mentally. Being inspired by the teachers, we will continuously embrace the spirit of the school: “Vision to Lead. Mission to Serve” when entering the working field. 11 Issue 39 Jul 2017 for creating an advanced nursing and healthcare environment to the local, regional and international community. Internationally distinguished healthcare leaders and researchers have been invited to serve as our keynote speakers for the Forum and the Grace Tien Lecture which will be delivered during the Forum. We very much look forward to your participation in our Forum and related events to make it a memorable success! Please visit our website http://hknf.hku.hk for further information. The 7 th Hong Kong International Nursing Forum , which is one of the celebratory events of the Medical Faculty’s 130 Years of Medicine in Hong Kong, will be held on December 18 – 19, 2017 at Cheung Kung Hai Conference Centre, William M.W. Mong Block, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. The Forum has the theme “Hand in Hand Creating Tomorrow: Nursing Practice, Education and Research”. It offers an excellent platform to bring the local and overseas practitioners, educators and researchers together, to work hand-in-hand U pcoming Event