[This is an event in Gear Up Training Series (GUTS)]

Welcome to your first year in university! Starting a new chapter in life can be intimidating with all the new environment, new information, and new faces. To make the most out of your university experience, you need courage and determination. And we are here to support you!

In this workshop, you will identify the qualities and mindset of a changemaker. You will also be encouraged to take further actions to build up your changemaking muscles and skills, so you can make positive impacts.

AIMS & OBJECTIVES

To identify changemaker qualities and mindsets; and actions that make one a changemaker.

Key Topics:

• What is changemaking and who can be a changemaker
• Changemaker qualities and mindsets
• Actions you can take to develop yourself as a changemaker
   

LANGUAGE

English

REGISTRATION

Please sign up HERE by 3 Sep 2026 11:59 pm

REMARKS
1. Priority will be given to HKUST Connect registrants (Kick start your changemaking journey with HKUST Connect: https://connect.ust.hk/get-involved/register-with-hkust-connect/register)

2. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email from connect@ust.hk.

3. To avoid interruption and hindering the progress of the session, facilitators may not admit new participants who are late for more than 10 minutes.

4. [HMAW 1905] This is a recognized event in the "Self-directed Experience" component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 1.5 hours, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 mins.