20/02/2026
📢The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) at Hong Kong Baptist University is pleased to invite you to the 3rd International Symposium on Humanities and Culture: Strategies and Impact of a Digital Future, with day 1 of the symposium to be held at the HKJC Auditorium, Hong Kong Palace Museum on 18 March (Wednesday), 2026. This event will also be the key FASS event to mark the 70th anniversary of HKBU.
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 (Link in bio)
Building on the insightful dialogues of our previous international symposia, this year’s event seeks to delve deeper into the interconnected relationship between the humanities and technological advancements shaping our future societies. The 2026 symposium will focus on three pivotal themes:
Theme 1: Digital Transformation on Society, Culture & Education
Theme 2: Digital Humanities & Transdisciplinary Research
Theme 3: Social, Ethical, & Policy Implications of Technology
To enrich dialogue and foster the exchange of ideas, we have invited prominent scholars and esteemed professionals from around the world. We are honoured to announce our distinguished lineup of speakers who will be sharing their insights and expertise:
• Prof. Cecily Raynor, McGill University
• Prof. Pieter Francois, University of Oxford
• Prof. Meredith Martin, Princeton University
• Prof. Neil Selwyn, Monash University
• Prof. Julian Thomas, RMIT University
This symposium is the perfect platform for engaging discussions, innovative ideas, and collaborative networking opportunities at the intersection of humanities, culture, and the digital future.
[For HKBU Undergraduate Students] This event is CCL-recognized. Students who attend at least one session out of the two sessions will be awarded 1 CCL unit.
Registration Deadline: Please register by 13 March, 2026.
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 [email protected].
