各位同事、同學、校友：
我雖然正在外地參加學術會議，但亦十分關心近日校園內的爭議事件。
「港獨」不但違反基本法，亦和我個人意願相違背。香港是中國不可分離的部分，這是不爭的事實。
同學在討論政治議題時，應保持和平、理性，亦應秉持尊重和包容的態度。
校園是學習的地方，不宜成為政治角力之所，在學期開始之時，讓我們的同學有一個安靜的學習環境。
校長沈祖堯
二零一七年九月七日
7 September 2017
Dear colleagues, students and alumni,
I am currently attending an academic conference overseas, although I have been kept informed of the controversies on campus lately.
The idea of an independent Hong Kong is not only in breach of the Basic Law of Hong Kong but also contrary to what I personally believe. Hong Kong is an inalienable part of China; this is beyond dispute.
When discussing and debating political issues, our students should always do so peacefully and rationally, and conduct the discussion or debate in a respectful and patient manner.
Our campus is a place for learning. It should not be turned into a political arena. A new academic year is underway. Let's maintain the learning environment peaceful for our students.
Joseph J.Y. Sung
Vice-Chancellor and President