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We are delighted to introduce the HKU School of Nursing Peer Buddies Programme 2025.  This initiative invites Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs) students to serve as peer mentors to guide and support newly admitted Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScNurs) students, our recently launched academic programme tailored for non-local students.  Peer mentors will help their mentees navigate academic challenges, foster personal growth, and smoothly integrate into our vibrant HKU community. 

Supervised by our teachers, the Programme provides a valuable platform to foster cross-cultural exchange, enhances academic and social support, and promotes a sense of belonging within our university community.  It specifically aims to connect students from diverse backgrounds within the School of Nursing.  Moreover, the Programme also offers peer mentors opportunities for personal growth, including enhancing communication and leadership skills, developing a sense of responsibility, and fostering professional development. 

A briefing and orientation session was held recently.  The Programme's teachers-in-charge, Dr Joanna Ko and Professor Polly Li, guided students on mentoring skills and cultural insights.  Following this, peer mentors grouped with their mentees, engaged in open dialogue and developed mutual understanding.  We are confident that both peer mentors and mentees will benefit from this enriching experience and look forward to their continued growth through the Programme.