Mr. Francis Mak Yun-sau, BBS, MH

Mr. Francis Mak first graduated from the Department of Chinese Language and Literature of Hong Kong Baptist College in 1978 and obtained a Master’s degree in Communication at HKBU in 2005. He is a renowned programme host in the Digital Broadcasting Corporation Hong Kong Limited. For over 30 years, Mr. Mak has made his mark as one of the most notable radio broadcasters and programme hosts in the radio broadcasting industry. During his work at Radio Television Hong Kong, Commercial Radio Hong Kong and Digital Broadcasting Corporation Hong Kong Limited, Mr. Mak has produced and hosted many popular and successful phone-in radio programmes including “Meeting Titanic On A Starry Night” and “My Heart Will Go On”. Through these programmes, he has been touching the hearts of a wide audience and spreading positive energy in the community.

His commitment to his profession has earned him many awards and accolades. His programmes ranked top 10 favourite and he himself was recognised as top 10 favourite DJ many times. In 2009, he received the Distinguished Alumni Communicator Award from the School of Communication of HKBU for his substantial contribution to the communication sector. In addition, Mr. Mak has devoted himself to guiding the youth with his first-of-its-kind Never Give Up Association, which through various innovative training programmes, teaches youngsters how to manage stress during the period of frustration and anxiety. Mr. Mak was awarded the Medal of Honour in 2005 and a Bronze Bauhinia Star in 2011 by the HKSAR Government to recognise his dedication in promoting optimism and positive attitudes in the community.

Mr. Mak is also a committed alumnus who cares about the University and has been supporting his alma mater in many different ways. He was a member of the programme advisory committee of the Department of Chinese Language and Literature and the Humanities Programme of HKBU. He has also served as a master of ceremony for a number of the University functions such as the HKBU 55th Anniversary Gala Performance, Alumni Reunion Dinners and Alumni Investiture Ceremonies. Mr. Mak was appointed Adjunct Professor of the School of Communication of HKBU in January 2014. He will be invited to give lectures and participate in special projects and events of the University.