Hall/college students' associations organise orientation programmes with prior approval by the Warden and consultation with the tutors, for new residents before the start of the academic year that, among other things, serve to acquaint them with other new residents and existing residents. A variety of activities will be offered during the orientation period, and participation in these activities is voluntary.
The University has established the following principles in relation to hall orientation programmes:
| (a) | the main objective of hall orientation programmes is to help residents to make the transition to a new living and learning environment; |
| (b) | organisers of hall orientation programmes should recognise residents’ priority in their academic programmes; |
| (c) | no penalty or pressure should be imposed on residents for not completing any part of the orientation programmes; and |
| (d) | at no time during the orientation programme and the period in residence should the dignity and rights of an individual be infringed. |
New residents who feel that any part of the orientation activities is in violation of the principles listed above can report their observations to the warden concerned, the Postgraduate Student Association, or the Dean of Student Affairs.
Additionally, hall/college students' associations have to comply with Orientation Regulations for Student Societies 2025. Students and staff can report any suspected violations to the following Orientation Incident Reporting Channels:
1. WhatsApp: +852 9390 2024
2. Email: orientation@cedars.hku.hk
3. Webform: https://www.cedars.hku.hk/LEAF/OIR