Chinese University of Hong Kong appoints former Legco administrator Kenneth Chen as vice-president

Institution’s governing council appoints Chen to serve three-year term following special meeting on Monday

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Kenneth Chen, a former Legco secretary general of administration, has been appointed as a vice-president at CUHK. Photo: Dickson Lee

Published: 12:45pm, 26 Aug 2024Updated: 8:19pm, 26 Aug 2024

The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s governing body has appointed Kenneth Chen Wei-on, a former secretary general of the city’s Legislative Council, as a vice-president of the institution for a three-year term.

According to a statement by the university on Monday, Chen will take up the role of vice-president specialising in administration and be responsible for overseeing infrastructure development at the university.

“Working closely with the senior management as well as various stakeholders and relevant sections of the university, Mr Chen will lead the formulation and implementation of strategies that aim to elevate the university’s international reputation, promote sustainable development and achieve institutional excellence,” it said.

The statement also quoted Chen as saying he was “delighted” to be able to contribute to higher education in Hong Kong after having served in government for years.

“I have gained a deep appreciation of the importance of good institutional governance and effective management teamwork from my previous roles,” Chen said.

“I am confident that these experiences will guide me as I work closely with members of the university in the common goal of furthering the development of this renowned educational institution.”