In 2025, 16 Library colleagues volunteered their time and skills to support the wider community, demonstrating the Library’s strong commitment to service and social responsibility. Their efforts were recognised at the HKUST Impact Makers Program Appreciation Ceremony 2026, where the Library received the Outstanding Volunteer Engagement Award for the highest participation rate across the University departments.

Our student helpers are essential to the Library’s success. To celebrate their invaluable contributions, we hosted a Helper Appreciation Party on March 31. The event was a wonderful opportunity for helpers to connect with their peers, build team spirit, and simply enjoy a well-deserved break with good food and company. A highlight of the celebration was the presentation of the Outstanding Student Helper Award, recognizing students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, initiative, and a passion for learning. We were proud to honour five remarkable individuals. 

Comedy is one of the biggest and most popular genres in filmmaking. But what truly defines a comedy? The simple answer might be the magical ability of making us laugh.The simple joys of relatable everyday stories, the unexpected twists in a charming romance, or even the sharp wit of a dark humour satire that offers a unique perspective on reality. Whether it's a romantic comedy, a black comedy, or a situation comedy, the spectrum of humour is vast and endlessly entertaining.

Since September 2025, our library entrance gates have featured Smart Door Panels, designed to support e-Identity access using the HKUST QR Code or HKUST Staff App. But how widely are they being used? Let's look at the numbers.

For the past two months, I have had the opportunity to work as a student helper in the Library’s Archives and Special Collections, helping set up an exhibition titled “Travelling in Maps: Exploring Tourist Asia (1890-1950)”. This showcases a selection of travel maps created during a transformative period in Asian travel history, with improving transportation networks turning perilous journeys into more accessible explorations, allowing more people to have access to tourism.