CUHK English Language Teaching Unit

23/10/2026

Grammar and Writing tips from the University of New South Wales

Learn essential grammar rules, punctuation and how to incorporate evidence into your academic writing. Improve the clarity, flow and accuracy of your writing.

20/10/2026

Useful information on signalling and linking language for our academic writing from the University of Oxford

Learn how to use linking words to connect ideas in academic writing. Explore common constructions, Oxford examples, and analyses of how your choices affect clarity and style.

12/10/2026

Answers to frequently asked questions regarding strategic presentations from the National University of Singapore

Here are some FAQs to get you started on strategic presentations.

02/10/2026

More common pronunciation issues for Cantonese speakers when speaking English, including audio

Fix the most common English pronunciation errors made by Cantonese speakers to achieve permanently clear and confident English pronunciation

25/09/2026

This article lists some English words that come from Chinese.

Did you know that there are actually many English words that are borrowed from Chinese? Today we analyse 35 of the most widely used (with some surprises).

21/09/2026

This article summarises some common pronunciation issues for Cantonese speakers when speaking English.

11/09/2026

Here are some tips on using visual aids from Toastmasters.

Learn the best ways to use visual aids and props to reinforce your message on stage

10/09/2026

🌏 Can fiction help us understand climate change and environmental challenges?

Join Creative Writing Night 2: Writing the Environment and explore how writers use storytelling to imagine possible futures, respond to environmental issues, and inspire readers to think differently about our relationship with the natural world.

In this workshop, you'll:

🌿 Learn what eco-literature is and why it matters
📚 Explore how writers respond creatively to environmental issues
✍️ Create your own eco-inspired piece of writing

No experience required. Just bring your curiosity and creativity.

🍪 Snacks and drinks provided!

📅 Thursday, 8 October 2026
🕡 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
📍 YIA608
👨‍🏫 Facilitator: Dr Benjamin Driscoll

👉 Register via the QR code on the poster.

10/09/2026

✈️ Love travelling? Obsessed with food? Got stories worth sharing?

Join us for Creative Writing Night 1: Places and Plates, where we'll explore how writers turn travel experiences and culinary adventures into compelling stories for both the page and the screen.

During this interactive workshop, you'll:

📖 Learn the basics of travel and food writing
🤝 Meet other student writers and storytellers
🎥 Discover how travel and food stories can be adapted for short-form video content

Whether you're an aspiring writer, content creator, foodie, or traveller, this workshop will help you develop new storytelling skills and fresh creative ideas.

🍪 Snacks and drinks provided!

📅 Tuesday, 29 September
🕡 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
📍 YIA608
👩‍🏫 Facilitator: Ms Jenna Lee

👉 Register via the QR code on the poster.

04/09/2026

📚🎉 Live Readings, Free Pizza, & a Free Book? Count us in!
Join us for the launch of Genesis Issue 7: Sound and Silence and celebrate this year's ELTU Creative Writing Competition winners.
✨ Live author readings
✨ Audience Q&A
✨ Awards presentation
✨ Free copy of Genesis
✨ Free pizza, snacks & drinks
📅 24 Sept 2026 | 🕡 6:30-8:00 PM
📍 User Education Room, G/F, CUHK Main Library
RSVP: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9m09zrhgdt?origin=lprLink
Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome!