Min-Max Your Experience with Library Orientation: 25 August – 5 September 2025
Welcome new UGs!
The Library is so much more than a study space.
It’s your essential gateway to incredible resources, new friendships, and exciting adventures.
Get ready to discover the wealth of resources & services on offer!
Choose one or both of the Library’s Orientation activities.
Library Quest: Min-Max Your Studies
Join us for a 1-hour session which is packed with fun, discovery, and a bit of friendly competition. What’s waiting for you:
- Discover the secrets of the Library: Master how to navigate the Library, reserve study spaces, and access resources – both on campus and online!
- Have fun playing games: Team up with your fellows and solve exciting puzzles to sharpen your Library skills!
- Grab a chance to win prizes: Race through the Library on a quest for hidden treasures and claim your reward (3-in-1 charging cable, McDonald’s coupon, ..)! Register Now (choose Guest login if you have not yet activated your HKUST account).
| 25 Aug (Mon) | 26 Aug (Tue) | 27 Aug (Wed) | 28 Aug (Thu) | 29 Aug (Fri) |
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12:00-13:00 session 1 13:30-14:30 session 2 | 12:00-13:00 session 3 13:30-14:30 session 4 | 12:00-13:00 session 5 13:30-14:30 session 6 | 12:00-13:00 session 7 13:30-14:30 session 8 | 12:00-13:00 session 9 13:30-14:30 session 10 |
| 3 Sep (Wed) | 4 Sep (Thu) | 5 Sep (Fri) |
|---|---|---|
12:00-13:00 session 11 13:30-14:30 session 12 | 11:00-12:00 session 13 12:30-13:30 session 14 14:00-15:00 session 15 | 11:00-12:00 session 16 12:30-13:30 session 17 14:00-15:00 session 18 |
Tour the Library: 6 Floors of Beauty & Wonder
Join a librarian on this guided tour across all 6 floors of the Library. Discover beautiful study spots, collaborative spaces, useful resources, and cozy corners where you can relax and recharge.
Whether you are here to study, brainstorm, collaborate, or simply unwind, this tour will help you find the perfect places to make the most of your university life. Don’t miss out!
| 25 Aug (Mon) | 26 Aug (Tue) | 27 Aug (Wed) | 28 Aug (Thu) | 29 Aug (Fri) |
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| 15:00-15:45 Tour 1 | 11:00-11:45 Tour 2 | 15:00-15:45 Tour 3 | 11:00-11:45 Tour 4 | 15:00-15:45 Tour 5 |
| 1 Sep (Mon) | 2 Sep (Tue) | 3 Sep (Wed) | 4 Sep (Thu) | 5 Sep (Fri) |
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| 11:00-11:45 Tour 6 | 11:00-11:45 Tour 7 | 11:00-11:45 Tour 8 | 15:00-15:45 Tour 9 | 15:00-15:45 Tour 10 |
You can also complete the " How Well do You Know Your Library Challenge " (1 September – 12 September) to enjoy a chance to win a HKD$50 PARKnSHOP coupon.