St Anne's College visits Hong Kong - July 2025

We are delighted to announce that Principal Helen King QPM will be visiting Hong Kong in July 2025. Helen will be joined by Director of the Centre for Personalised Medicine (CPM) Professor Anneke Lucassen and Director of Development, Edwin Drummond.

Programme for the visit:

Thursday 3rd July - Drinks Reception with Principal Helen King QPM - 6pm

Join Principal Helen King for a drink and to ask questions about life at St Anne's. We have reserved a table at 'Stormies' (Central Market) so please do come along and say hello!

Friday 4th July - Dr Stanley Ho Memorial Lecture: "The power and potential of genetics to improve healthcare" with Professor Sir Peter Donnelly - 4.30pm

We are delighted to be joined by Prof Sir Peter Donnelly, Professor of Statistical Science at the University of Oxford who will give the Dr Stanley Ho Memorial Lecture at the Cho Yiu Conference Hall, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

"Professor Donnelly has made extraordinary contributions in his field to improve health and healthcare. He has pioneered work in human disease research, transformed the understanding of meiotic recombination, and developed new statistical methods to the benefit of healthcare systems and their patients. In addition, he has been centrally involved in major advances in human genetics over the last 20 years, and in leadership of key projects".

Saturday 5th July - Alumnae & Friends Brunch followed by Tour of Tai Kwun

- St Anne's Alumnae & Friends Brunch will be held at 'Cafe Claudel' with others from St Anne's College. Please feel free to bring a guest and join us from 10am

- After brunch at Cafe Claudel, join us at 12 PM for a tour of Tai Kwun! This iconic complex combines the former Central Police Station, Magistracy, and Victoria Prison. Admire Neoclassical architecture, explore the historic prison, and discover unique art exhibits. Experience simulated courtrooms and immerse yourself in Hong Kong’s rich history. It’s a journey you won’t want to miss!

Please reserve your place(s) by selecting the ticket options you would like to attend. Events are open to alumnae and you are welcome to bring a guest. Please note the name of your guest on the form, along with any dietary and/or accessibility requirements.

If you have an queries about the event please email Development.Events@St-Annes.ox.ac.uk

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St Anne's in Hong Kong 2025