WBC Cheung Shue Tan Student Residence Hosts Mid-Autumn Festival Party
Yesterday, WBC Cheung Shue Tan Student Residence held its first party since moving in—a Mid-Autumn Festival celebration. Staff and resident students gathered on the building’s rooftop, which offers sweeping views, to mark their first festival since settling in: the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival.
The rooftop was bathed in moonlight. Rugged mountain ridges rose on all sides beneath a vast night sky filled with stars. The organizers hung lanterns around the terrace and laid out a generous buffet featuring roast chicken, roast beef tenderloin, curry chicken, seafood fried rice, French ham, egg tarts, Portuguese tarts, mooncakes, and an assortment of cakes. Fresh fruit included seedless green grapes, small apples, and cherry tomatoes, accompanied by Coke, Sprite, juice, and various snacks.
Soft, cheerful Dixieland jazz played in the background. Before dinner, resident students shared their experiences of studying and living in Hong Kong. They come from mainland China, Libya, Colombia, and other countries, and are currently pursuing bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong, and other institutions. Their fields of study range from biology and statistics to computer science and anthropology. Conversations flowed in Chinese, English, and other languages, with students sharing their hopes for the future.
After brief introductions, the evening transitioned into dinner and open conversation. Everyone chatted comfortably and quickly became friends. One student remarked that events like this make you feel at home, even when you are far away. Students who come to Hong Kong to study tend to be driven—they have clear goals and a strong desire to grow—so conversations often resonate deeply.
During dinner, the resident students thanked the organizers for their warm hospitality and shared how much they enjoyed living here. One student listed ten reasons why they wanted to stay: the location is excellent—right at the foot of CUHK; the surroundings are green with fresh air, and you wake up to birdsong and morning light streaming through the window; the place is clean and modern, designed with young people in mind; the air conditioning is split-type, much quieter than the window units commonly found in Hong Kong; everything you need is provided—bedding, fridge, microwave, stove, kettle, washing machine, and dryer; management is professional, with dedicated staff on hand and regular cleaning of shared areas; it’s safe, with access limited to students, locks on the main door and each floor, and electronic locks on individual rooms; there are plenty of nearby amenities—supermarkets, 7-Eleven, parcel pickup points, laundries, restaurants, minibus stops, and a double-decker bus stop within a 400-meter walk; the rent is fair and student-friendly; and the atmosphere is welcoming, with staff who actively help residents get to know each other. Another student added that the facilities are brand new and of top quality, the views are lovely, and the landlords are kind and warm—making it a truly comfortable place to live.
Nestled at the foot of Chung Chi Mountain beside Cheung Shue Tan Village (181 Cheung Shue Tan Village), the WBC Student Residence is a boutique hillside student residence surrounded by nature—quiet, elegant, and well-equipped. It is an ideal place to live, study, rest, and recharge. Step outside to catch the 28S minibus, or walk five minutes to the 272A bus—University MTR Station is just 10 minutes away. We are conveniently close to CUHK, EdUHK, and Hang Seng University. A few rooms are still available; anyone interested is welcome to get in touch.
