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The 2nd International Symposium on Humanities and Culture: Vision of a Digital Future
26-03-2025
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Hong Kong Baptist University is pleased to invite you to the 2nd International Symposium on Humanities and Culture: Visions of a Digital Future, which will be held at the HKJC Auditorium, Hong Kong Palace Museum on March 26 (Wednesday) and 27 (Thursday), 2025.
We are excited to announce that registration is now open! Registration and further details are available on the symposium’s official website: https://digitalfutures.hkbu.edu.hk/eng/index.html
[For Undergraduate Students] This event is CCL-recognized. Students who attend at least one session out of the four sessions will be awarded 1 CCL unit. While it is optional, you are highly encouraged to participate in multiple sessions to earn more than 1 CCL unit.
To register for CCL-recognized sessions, please use the same registration link and select the option: HKBU Undergraduate Students (CCL-recognized).
Important Notes for CCL:
Please bring your student card to the event. Our staff members may request it to confirm your attendance.
CCL units will only be awarded to students who:
Attend the entire session.
Complete the post-event evaluation form (the form link will be sent to attendees via email post-event)
Building on the discussions from our first international symposium, this year’s event will delve into the intersection of digital technology, humanities, and culture amidst rapid technological advancements, particularly the rise of generative artificial intelligence in multiple domains. The 2025 symposium will focus on four pivotal themes:
The Place of Humanities and Culture in Digital Futures
Neglected Voices and The Challenges of AI
Perspectives on AI and Transdisciplinarity
Human Mind in the Future of Education
To foster rich dialogue and exchange of ideas, the symposium will bring together prominent scholars and esteemed professionals from around the world. Our distinguished lineup of confirmed speakers includes:
Dr. Kayla Shipp, Yale University
Dr. Louis Ng Chi-wa, Hong Kong Palace Museum
Prof. Huang Ping, Chinese Institute of Hong Kong
Mr. Lewis Liu, Better.sg
Prof. Bridgette Wessels, University of Glasgow
Prof. Thomas Poell, University of Amsterdam
Dr. Qun Liu, Huawei Noah's Ark Lab
Paul Spence, King’s College London
Prof. Jeffrey Schnapp, Harvard University
Prof. Duncan Brumby, University College London
Prof. William Kwok-wai Cheung, Hong Kong Baptist University
This symposium is a unique opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions, explore innovative ideas, and network with academics and professionals at the forefront of humanities, culture, and the digital future.
Registration Deadline: Please register by March 15, 2025.
We look forward to welcoming you to the symposium and exploring the dynamic relationship between humanities and technology together.
Should you have any questions, feel free to contact us at digitalfuture@hkbu.edu.hk.
