Sharing from Professor Leilah Vevaina, Department of Anthropology:
“I am honoured to receive this award as a recognition of many years of research. As an anthropologist who does field research on charity, religion, and law in contemporary India, none of this is possible without so many amazing research interlocutors in India and Hong Kong,” shared Professor Vevaina.

With a research focus on South Asia, Professor Vevaina is also the Director of the South Asia from Asia Initiative at the Research Institute for the Humanities (RIH) at CUHK. The initiative seeks to examine Asian connections from the perspective of Hong Kong, which aligns with Professor Vevaina‘s vision to further her research and to build new affiliations between Hong Kong and South Asia.

Professor Vevaina extended her gratitude to the Anthropology Department, staff and students for their enormous support, which has emboldened her to continue her journey in research.


Sharing from Professor Ian Morley, Department of History:
“As a professor, my top priority is to provide the best education for my students. Yet, good teaching goes hand-in-hand with innovative research. The Faculty of Arts' commitment to supporting its staff with Direct Grants for Research and other awards has been invaluable. Receiving recognition for my contributions to historical study is particularly rewarding,” shared Professor Morley.

Professor Morley’s research focuses on American colonialism in the Philippines, which has opened new ways of understanding the design and meaning of colonial buildings. “I’m grateful to be able to research and produce impactful work that is reshaping views on colonialism and urban design in Philippine society.” He added, “The Research Excellence Award proves how the Faculty’s support helps scholars foster success in Arts and Humanities careers.”

Professor Morley thanked the History Department for their support over the years since joining CUHK, which has boosted his confidence and allowed him to expand his research agenda and break new intellectual ground.

The Faculty and departments remain committed to supporting our faculty and fostering success in their research and academia.