• HIGHLIGHT
• Jul 2024
• Bulletin

From Good to Great

Fond farewell to Dean Thomas Flemmig

Professor Thomas Flemmig welcomes guests to his Valedictory Lecture.

Emeritus Professor Thomas Flemmig concluded his remarkable 10-year tenure as the Dean of the Faculty at the end of June 2024. On June 24, he delivered his Valedictory Lecture titled "From Good to Great", which was well attended by esteemed guests from the dental community, healthcare sector, long-term supporters and partners, as well as faculty staff and students.

During the lecture, Professor Flemmig highlighted the substantial growth of the Faculty over the past decade and the promising opportunities that lie ahead. He also reaffirmed the exceptionally high quality of our trained dental graduates.

As a token of deep appreciation, the Faculty presented him with a special gift: a photograph taken by Owen Pun, one of our talented third-year BDS students. The photograph captures Eastern Street, an iconic location adjacent to the Prince Philip Dental Hospital, which holds countless cherished memories for all of us. To make the gift even more unique, the image was enhanced with the inclusion of the Dean's car and an artificial road sign reading "HKUDentistry".

Professor Thomas Flemmig talks about the extraordinary growth of the Faculty.

Following the lecture, Professor Fleming and the guests enjoyed a delightful evening at the farewell dinner. The atmosphere was filled with warmth and laughter as they engaged in relaxed conversations, sharing stories and creating lasting memories with the Faculty.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Professor Flemmig for his incredible leadership and contributions to the Faculty! The Faculty wishes him all the best in his retirement, knowing that his legacy will continue to inspire and guide us as we strive for excellence.

Thank you, Professor Flemmig, for transforming the Faculty from good to great!

Our BDS students present Professor Thomas Flemmig with a special gift of a photograph.

Thank you, Professor Flemmig!

The farewell dinner is filled with warmth and laughter.