Eighth College
1. Introduction
The Eighth College of The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, situated beside the Fairy (Shenxian) Lake. This newly developed campus, comprising two student hostels, the college aims to be more than a place of residence. It is designed as a dynamic community that nurtures academic excellence, social engagement, and personal growth, providing students with extensive opportunities for diversified development. Prof. Fang YUAN, an internationally renowned pianist, has been appointed as the Founding Master of Eighth College at CUHK- Shenzhen. Drawing upon her distinguished artistic background, Prof. Yuan will enrich the college's educational ethos with unique humanistic perspectives, cultivating whole-person education within a diverse and integrated community.
2. College Master's Profile
With Prof. YUAN Fang’s expertise and dedication, her teaching approach goes beyond imparting skills; she actively supports students’ overall development by nurturing their confidence and motivating them to pursue excellence.
———The Presidential Exemplary Teaching Award 2023
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Prof. Fang YUAN is one of China’s leading pianists. She is a Bösendorfer Artist. Her recordings are published by the world’s leading classical music label SONY CLASSICAL. Fang YUAN studied with Professor Yuan WU, Professor Gerhard Oppitz. She graduated from the University of Music and Performing Arts Munich in 2008 with the highest degree in piano performance and chamber music that can be granted in Germany, which was certified by the Chinese Ministry of Education as a doctor in double majors. Yuan Fang became an Associate Professor of the Central Conservatory of Music at the age of 29. She was appointed as one of the first founding professors of the School of Music, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and participated in the establishment of the Piano and Keyboard Division in 2021. She formerly served as Associate Dean of the School of Music, and assumed the role of College Master of Eighth College at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen in 2025. The Süddeutsche Zeitung praised her as “an amazing Chinese pianist who tugs at the heartstrings of the audience”. She has performed worldwide with leading orchestras, including the BBC Symphony Orchestra, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Czech Philharmonic Orchestra, Stuttgart Philharmonic Orchestra, Marseille Philharmonic Orchestra, China Philharmonic Orchestra, China Symphony Orchestra, Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, China NCPA Orchestra etc., under the batons of leading international conductors such as Zubin Mehta, Lawrence Foster and many more. She has performed as the leading artist in Phoenix TV’s “Musical Gala for Chinese All Over the World in Spring Festival” and the “New Year Concert at the Great Hall of the People”. She has also performed solo recitals at Carnegie Hall in New York and other famous concert halls. Her recordings have been broadcast on BBC Radio and Bavarian Radio. She was awarded the President's Exemplary Teaching Award of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and the "Shenzhen Youth May Fourth Medal". |
We hope to cultivate not only exceptional musicians but also individuals capable of attaining happiness! To extend the positive impact of music education into their daily lives and guide them toward becoming lifelong learners.
———Prof. Fang YUAN
3. Assembly of Fellows
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Prof. LEE Tan Vice Chair of the Assembly of Fellows of Eighth College Professor, Associate Dean (Undergraduate) of School of Data Science, CUHK-Shenzhen Associate Dean for Education of CUHK Faculty of Engineering during 2021-2024 Dean of Students of the SHHO College of CUHK during 2022 – 2025. |
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Prof. AI Chunrong Member of the Assembly of Fellows of Eighth College Professor, Associate Dean of the School of Management and Economics, Presidential Chair Professor of CUHK-Shenzhen. Fellow of the Econometric Society, Fellow of the Journal of Econometrics，the principal investigator of National Science Foundation grants |
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Prof. XIAO Bowen Member of the Assembly of Fellows of Eighth College Associate Professor, Executive Associate Dean of School of Science and Engineering, CUHK-Shenzhen |
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Prof. CHANG Tsung-Hui Member of the Assembly of Fellows of Eighth College Professor, Associate Dean of School of Science and Engineering, CUHK-Shenzhen National High-Level Young Talent IEEE Fellow, AAIA Fellow, Chief Scientist of the Key Research and Development Program, Ministry of Science and Technology |
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Prof. GE Jianxiong Member of the Assembly of Fellows of Eighth College University Librarian of CUHK-Shenzhen Historian of the People's Republic of China, Member of the Central Research Institute of Culture and History, Professor and PhD Supervisor at the Institute of Chinese Historical Geography, Fudan University, and former University Librarian of Fudan University. |
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Prof. WANG Renzhi Member of the Assembly of Fellows of Eighth College Professor, PhD Supervisor of School of Medicine, CUHK-Shenzhen Former Director of Neurosurgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital Principal Investigator for 3 key projects of the National High Technology Research and Development Program of China (863 Program) Lead researcher for 10 projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) Awards:
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4. Press
南方都市报《导演杨亚洲：影视创作要坚守聚焦在生活中的大多数平凡人身上》
人民网《港中大（深圳）第八书院“福禄讲堂”启动 融通科学与艺术》
深圳新闻网《面向市民 港中大（深圳）第八书院“福禄讲堂”启动》
第一现场（新闻视频报道）《第一现场｜港中大（深圳）福禄讲堂启动 院士领衔开讲》
Shenzhen Daily《CUHK-Shenzhen's Eighth College launches lecture series, blending science with art》
深圳读特《“烛光”系列音乐会：高雅艺术服务社区，书院文化育人育心》
5. Contact Us
Address: Building 6, School of Music Permanent Campus, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, No. 2001 Longxiang Avenue, Longgang District, Shenzhen
Hotline: (+86) 0755-23518399
Email: 8thcollege@cuhk.edu.cn
Office Hour: Mondays-Fridays
8:30 am - 12:00 pm; 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and Public Holidays)
24-hour Hotline:
Reception of Block A: (+86) 0755-23518395
Reception of Block B: (+86) 0755-23518397
Eighth College Resident TutorA: (+86) 0755-23518398
Eighth College Resident TutorB: (+86) 0755-23518394
Eighth College Warden: (+86) 0755-23518396
Official WeChat Account
WeChat ID: EighthCollege
4. Dormitory Information
Room Configuration
Quad Room with Loft Bed and Desk
Bed Dimensions:
Overall bed size: 2130mm × 970mm
Mattress size: 2030mm × 870mm (Mattress will be provided by the college)
Public Facilities
Public facilities include common room, laundry room, relaxation room, self-study room, and multi-purpose activity spaces.
