• STUDENT & ALUMNI CORNER
• May 2023
• Bulletin

Mentorship Programme for Class 2024

Strengthening Bond between Dental Students and Alumni

Miss Tsoi Hoi Mei says students have the opportunity to connect with experienced mentors and gain valuable insights into navigating their own careers.

The third Mentorship Programme Inauguration ceremony, co-organised by The University of Hong Kong Dental Alumni Association (HKUDAA) and the Faculty of Dentistry, was held on 25 April, 2023 at Hotel Ibis (Sheung Wan). The programme provided a platform to strengthen the bond between Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) students and dental alumni, allowing them to share knowledge and experiences.

The evening kicked off with welcome speeches delivered by Professor Thomas Flemmig, Dean and Dr Dave Chan, President of HKUDAA respectively followed by mingling time of Year 5 dental students and alumni.

One of the participating BDS Year 5 students, Miss Tsoi Hoi Mei said, “We had the opportunity to connect with experienced mentors and gain valuable insights into navigating our own careers.”

Miss Navya Kapoor expresses that all mentors were enthusiastic to provide the dental students with their guidance and support.

Alumni Dr Hon Ki shared his reason for being a mentor, “In the field of dentistry, our careers tend to follow a similar trajectory. I have been fortunate to receive invaluable guidance and support from generous seniors during my earlier years. It is imperative that we continue this tradition of kindness and mentorship.”

Another student Miss Navya Kapoor expressed that all mentors were enthusiastic to provide the dental students with their guidance and support, "As we enter our final year as undergraduate students and transition into the initial stages of our career, their insight is invaluable.”

The night was concluded with laughter. Special thanks to Haleon (GSK) for supporting the mentorship programme.

Alumni Dr Hon Ki believes it is imperative that the Faculty and HKUDAA continue this tradition of kindness and mentorship.

The night concludes successfully.