HKU Democracy Wall Goes Digital: Unregistered "Joint Faculty Association" Survey Prompts University Warning Over Personal Data

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In response to the University of Hong Kong's conversion of the Democracy Wall outside the library into an electronic screen, a "Joint Faculty Association" formed by 10 student societies of the university launched an online opinion survey a few days ago. The university said the "Joint Faculty Association" is not a student organisation recognised by the university and urged students not to submit personal data.

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Ten societies — including the HKU Faculty of Arts Students' Association, the Architecture Society, and the Economics and Business Administration Society — recently posted on social media under the name "Joint Faculty Association," conducting a student opinion survey on the impact of the university's Democracy Wall and digital notice board measures, so that student representatives could relay students' views to the university. The questionnaire contains 10 questions, asking whether there are sufficient channels for students to express their views to the university and whether an alternative to the Democracy Wall should be provided, among other issues.

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HKU said it had noticed that an organisation had launched a public opinion survey under the name "Joint Faculty Association." After verification, it was found that the "Joint Faculty Association" has not been registered on campus and is not a student organisation recognised by the university. The questionnaire requires participants to provide their university email addresses and faculty information. The university reminded students not to submit or disclose any personal data before verifying the identity and legality of the relevant persons, groups or organisations, so as to avoid losses or improper use.

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The university reiterated its plan to gradually digitalise notice boards in campus public spaces, aiming to promote campus sustainable development and, by displaying information in rotation, make effective use of limited campus space and enhance administrative efficiency. Digital notice boards will continue to be used to publish student affairs and campus life information, and the HKU community may continue to publish information in accordance with existing guidelines.