2012 - 2013 Learning Events

Week 6


Eligible Applicants: All HKBU students
Enquiries: Information Services Section, Library (Tel: 3411 2724)
Note: Participation in our Learning Events is recognized by the University's Co-Curricular Learning (CCL) programme. Students that attend two Learning Events will receive one CCL credit.

Personal Information Protection
  Doing things online can offer convenience and widen opportunities, and in general it’s a great thing! However, the sites you give your information to may not be properly protecting it. So, how can you protect yourself from identity fraud or the misuse of your information, and protect your privacy?
  Date:   26th February (Tue)
  Time:   3:00pm - 3:30pm
  Venue:   Academic Commons, Level 2, Main Library, Shaw Campus
  Facilitator:   Mr. Jimmy Tsang (ITO)


Talking about Table Manners Workshop
  Familiarise yourself with the American and European styles of dining and learn the names of the plates and utensils used. You will become more confident when attending a formal meal!
  Date:   27th February (Wed)
  Time:   6:30pm - 7:20pm
  Venue:   Group Study Room 1, Learning Commons, Level 2, Main Library, Shaw Campus
  Facilitator:   Ms. Patricia Warren (Language Centre)


Artistotle Versus Machiavelli
  Why should politics be an imprtant part of everyday life - especially if we don't like what we get? Find out in this discussion of the contrasting philosophies of two of the greatest political minds in history: Aristotle and Niccolò Machiavelli.
  Date:   28th February (Thu)
  Time:   3:00pm - 3:30pm
  Venue:   Academic Commons, Level 2, Main Library, Shaw Campus
  Facilitator:   Dr. Krzysztof Sliwinski (GIS)