Yuen Wing-man
Bachelor of Education (Honours) (Chinese Language)

Throughout her educational journey, Yuen Wing-man has encountered many inspirational teachers. From a young age, their guidance nurtured her aspiration to pursue a career in education, with the hope of not only teaching, but also igniting a light in her students’ lives. With this goal in mind, she has spent five years at The Education University of Hong Kong gaining knowledge across disciplines, embarking on a rich and rewarding interdisciplinary learning journey.

Wing-man is currently a final year student of Chinese Language Education, with a minor in English. She has twice been awarded scholarships to pursue exchange studies in the United Kingdom. She describes her learning experience at EdUHK as both fulfilling and enriching. “I’ve been given so many opportunities here. With encouragement and support from my teachers, my horizons have been greatly broadened,” she says. Through both her undergraduate studies and participation in the University’s Mentorship Programme, she has learnt from a wide range of teachers. Through Dr Sophia Lam Sin-manw, she has gained a deep understanding of the qualities that define an excellent Chinese language teacher. Encouraged by Dr Ma Sai-ho, she undertook teaching practicums in different types of schools, allowing her to better understand the diverse needs of students at various academic levels. Inspired by Dr Chrysa Keung Pui-chi, she has developed a strong interest in research on higher education.

Three years ago, Wing-man was awarded the HSBC Overseas Scholarship to study at the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom. This experience not only broadened her international perspective, but also strengthened her independence and sense of responsibility. She took courses in comparative education, studied poetry, drama and novels, and explored a range of educational theories, gaining a macro level understanding of different education systems. Last summer, she received the Outstanding Academic Student Exchange Scholarship and spent four weeks studying at the University of Oxford. This time, she ventured into interdisciplinary learning: during the first two weeks she focused on Shakespearean literature, followed by two weeks of programming studies. Although the experience was highly challenging, it enabled her to step outside her comfort zone and gain invaluable insights.

As a future educator, Wing-man recognises the importance of technological literacy in teaching and believes that teachers must keep pace with the times and engage in continuous self-improvement. She has translated her learning into practice by participating in a variety of community education projects. Through the Student Affairs Office, she has worked with non-Chinese-speaking students, designing workshops on intangible cultural heritage such as qipao design and Sichuan opera face changing, promoting cultural inclusion and interactive learning.

Looking ahead, Wing-man hopes to apply what she has learnt to become an inspiring teacher who can spark students’ interest in learning and make a meaningful contribution to the education sector.