Senior uPals Programme
In order to strengthen cohesion among uPals graduates and uPals trainees, the Wellness and Counselling Centre of the Office of Student Affairs established the Senior uPals Programme in January 2021. Through further training in mental wellness knowledge and various practicum opportunities which aim at enhancing personal growth and leadership skills, Senior uPals will be well equipped and empowered to play a significant role in promoting wellness on campus.
Eligibility
- Full-time undergraduate students of CUHK
- Graduates of uPals Wellness Promotion Team
- Non-final year students who would be in CUHK in 2026 are preferred
- Responsible, proactive, confident and enthusiastic in helping and caring about others
Roles and Responsibilities
- Mentoring of uPals trainees, offering peer support and facilitating group cohesiveness
- Facilitating the Adventure Training Camp as peer group leaders
- Co-leading in Team Building
- Assisting in organizing uPals orientation/ gatherings
- Supporting and supervising service projects of junior uPals
Training and Activities
- Workshops on Group Empowerment (2 hours)
- Adventure-based Training Camp (3 days 2 nights)
- Wellness Workshop (2 hours)
- Team Building (3 hours)
Qualifications
Upon completion of all trainings and service projects, Senior uPals will obtain the following qualifications:
- CUHK Senior uPals Certificate
- Eligible for the election of ‘Best Service Project of the Year’ and ‘Best uPals of the Year’
- The qualification obtained will be recorded in the Student Development Portfolio (SDP)
- Senior uPals who demonstrate outstanding performance and contributions will be nominated to join a 5-day, 4-night Overseas Barrier-Free Discovery Tour in May/June 2027, with 90% of the tour expenses subsidized by the University.
