{"id":46299,"date":"2026-09-17T17:28:42","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T09:28:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/?post_type=school_news&#038;p=46299"},"modified":"2026-10-09T14:23:09","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T06:23:09","slug":"the-dialogue-series-lunch-and-learn","status":"publish","type":"school_news","link":"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/tc\/school_news\/the-dialogue-series-lunch-and-learn\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dialogue Series: Lunch and Learn"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><u><\/u><strong><em>Lunch and Learn <\/em><\/strong>is a talent-focused career engagement and networking platform designed to accelerate students&#8217; professional growth and expand their career horizons.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Set in an informal luncheon environment, this stream connects FOSS undergraduate students directly with experienced industry professionals. Through face-to-face interaction, students gain practical knowledge, unvarnished career insights, and a clear understanding of industry expectations and professional pathways.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\">Beyond career advice, <strong><em>Lunch and Learn<\/em><\/strong> serves as a powerful networking incubator. It provides a rare, low-pressure space for students to practise their relationship-building skills and expand their professional circles, while allowing industry guests to connect with the next generation of top talent.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>\ud83d\udccdThe Format<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u25aa The Room: <\/strong>An intimate, 90-minute luncheon connecting FOSS students and industrial professionals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aaAtmosphere<\/strong>: Informal, welcoming, and inquisitive. It is a dedicated space for students to ask real questions about career pathways and industry expectations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa The Cadence: <\/strong>Monthly sessions running from October 2026 to March 2027.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa Location<\/strong>: Senior Common Room, 14\/F, KK Leung Building, HKU<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa Charge: <\/strong>Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><strong>\ud83d\udca1 Why Participate?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p dir=\"auto\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">For Industrial Professionals and HR:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>\u25aa Talent Acquisition<\/strong>: Get an early look at some of HKU\u2019s brightest Social Sciences students before they hit the graduate job market and build a pipeline of future talent.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>\u25aa Give Back<\/strong>: Share your career journey, lessons learned, and practical advice to meaningfully impact the professional development of the next generation.<\/li>\n<li dir=\"auto\"><strong>\u25aaBrand Building &amp; Visibility:<\/strong> Enhance your organisation&#8217;s reputation as an employer of choice. Guest speakers and their organisations will be recognised in our post-event marketing, increasing your visibility among HKU&#8217;s wider community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">For FOSS Students:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u25aa High-Value Networking:<\/strong> Step outside the classroom and practice your professional networking skills with established leaders. Make real connections that could lead to ongoing professional relationships, internships, or job opportunities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa Insider Knowledge: <\/strong>Go beyond typical career fairs. Learn exactly what employers in your target industry are looking for right now and how to stand out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa Actionable Advice:<\/strong> Get tailored advice on navigating the job market and translating your Social Sciences degree into highly sought-after professional skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udcc5 The 2026\u20132027 Thematic Schedule<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u25aa October 2026 | Consulting, Strategy &amp; Professional Services (Registration closed)<br \/>\n<\/strong><em>Focus: Problem-solving, advisory roles, and leveraging analytical skills in the corporate sector.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa November 2026 | Media, Communications &amp; Creative Industries<br \/>\n<\/strong><em>Focus: Digital storytelling, journalism, corporate communications, and brand reputation.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa December 2026 | NGOs, Social Impact &amp; International Organisations<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Focus: Purpose-driven careers, philanthropy, sustainability, and driving social innovation.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa January 2027 | Technology, Data &amp; Digital Innovation<br \/>\n<\/strong><em>Focus: Non-technical tech roles, UX research, AI ethics, and platform strategy.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa February 2027 | Financial Services, ESG &amp; Sustainability<br \/>\n<\/strong><em>Focus: Sustainable finance, corporate social responsibility, and behavioral economics.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>\u25aa March 2027 | Public Sector, Policy &amp; Government Affairs<br \/>\n<\/strong><em>Focus: Navigating government roles, statutory bodies, and shaping public policy.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f How to Get Involved<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">For Industry Professionals:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Participation as an industry guest is currently by <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">invitation only<\/span>. If you are an experienced professional interested in connecting with our students in future sessions, we welcome you to reach out to our External Engagement team.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">For FOSS Students: <\/span><\/p>\n<p>To ensure quality interaction and high-value networking, seating is strictly limited to <strong>10 students<\/strong> per session. You can view the upcoming industry themes, full session details, and submit your application via our dedicated registration page. Announcements for each month&#8217;s session will also be shared via Faculty student broadcast emails.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>*For general enquiries regarding<em><strong> The Dialogue Series<\/strong><\/em>, please contact FOSS at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/fosspartners@hku.hk\">fosspartners@hku.hk<\/a>.*<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","school_new_categories":[],"school_news_tag":[],"thought_leadership_category":[],"department_category":[],"class_list":["post-46299","school_news","type-school_news","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t<!-- All in One SEO 5.0.2 - aioseo.com -->\n\t<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Lunch and Learn is a talent-focused career engagement and networking platform designed to accelerate students&#039; professional growth and expand their career horizons. 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