<aside> ℹ️ High Table Dinner is a formal dining event where faculty, guests and students come together to share dinner together. It aims to foster intellectual exchange and discussion among participants, and promotes a sense of community and shared academic experiences within the university. And it upholds a proud tradition at HKU of bringing the academic community together in a formal, ceremonial setting. “High Table” refers to the physical layout, with the head of the college and honoured guests seated at a raised table at the front.

High Table Dinner is an important element in Hall Education. This long-held traditional culture in HKU allows hall-mates to refine their dining etiquette, socializing abilities and personal attire. General rundown includes speeches by the Warden and guests, singing Hall Song, and serving of a three-course dinner.

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The Green Gown & Dress Code

Green Gown:

• The green gown is the official formal attire worn by all undergraduates at the University of Hong Kong for important occasions.
• Wearing the Green Gown represents the traditions and rituals associated with being a student at HKU, highlighting the significance of formal academic dress in the university’s culture.

Dress Code for Ladies:

• Shirt: Plain white cotton shirt with long sleeves and collar. NO lace, ribbon, hidden pattern will be allowed.
• Skirt: Plain black skirt. The skirt should be longer than the green gown and no shorter than knee length.
• Stockings: Not compulsory. If used, dark or skin color. No pattern will be allowed.

Dress Code for Gentlemen:

• Shirt: Plain white cotton shirt with long sleeves and collar. Hidden patterns are not acceptable.
• Tie: Plain black tie is compulsory.
• Trousers: Plain black trousers. A belt must be worn.

High Table Etiquette

Before the meal:

• Sit after the guest and host do so
• Sit a comfortable distance away from the table
• Sit up straight
• Put the napkin on your lap
• Begin eating after everyone has been served

During the meal:

• If you leave the table for a short while, please put napkin on the chair

Don’ts:

• Put your elbow on the table
• Speak loudly
• Talk when there is food in your mouth
• Use your phone during the dinner
• Take photos during the dinner
• Change your seat
• Create sounds when cutting food

Use the utensils outside first, then move inward.