28 November 2019

School of Translation signs MOU with Graduate School of Translation & Interpretation of Beijing Foreign Studies University

On November 28, 2019, Professor Ren Wen, Dean of Graduate School of Translation & Interpretation (GSTI) of Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU), visited the HSUHK to give a talk and meet with the management and academics of the School of Translation (STRA). The latest developments of both schools were shared during the meeting, followed by fruitful discussions on future collaborations on teaching, research and exchange, culminating in an MOU signing ceremony to deepen academic cooperation and exchange. This year witnesses the 10th anniversary of the cooperation between GSTI and STRA, an important milestone marked by the MOU.

The STRA was honoured to invite Professor Ren to deliver a talk on “Translation Practice, Translation Competence and Translation Ethics in the New Era”. Professor Ren expounded on changes in the translation field in the new era, demand for translation/translators in society and quality requirements of interpreters/translators, all against the background of rapid change in translation technology. The talk greatly benefited the audience, not least the students.

The interflow meeting enhances understanding and relationship between GSTI and STRA

Professor Gilbert Fong, Dean of School of Translation and Professor Ren (left) at the MOU signing ceremony

From left to right: Dr Siu Sai Yau, Lecturer; Dr Siu Sai Cheong, Associate Professor; Mr Lawrence Leung, Lecturer of STRA; Professor Ren, Dean of GSTI, BFSU; Professor Gilbert Fong, Dean; Dr Anson Wang, Assistant Professor and Dr Shelby Chan, Associate Dean of STRA

Professor Ren shares her views on “Translation Practice, Translation Competence and Translation Ethics in the New Era”

Professor Ren (middle in the front row) with students and staff members of the STRA

Professor Gilbert Fong presents souvenirs to Professor Ren

Professor Gilbert Fong presents souvenirs to Professor Ren