JCH Resident Handbook 2024-25

Network Connection The Residential Network (ResNet) is the service for hall residents provided by the Information Technology and Services Center (ITSC). Both Wired ResNet and Wireless ResNet are available with the technology to ensure reliable network connection. Set-up Guide for Wired ResNet: https://itsc.ust.hk/services/it-infrastructure/residential-i nternet-access/wired-resnet Set-up Guide for Wireless ResNet: https://itsc.ust.hk/services/it-infrastructure/residential-i nternet-access/wireless-resnet *Wired ResNet is available in the common area of the apartments. 27 Tips on Hall Life  Reduce the need for ironing by taking clothes out of the dryer slightly damp and hanging them up.  Make effective use of any used item(s) and donate item(s) to people in need via charitable organization such as: Hong Kong Red Cross (Tel 2802 0021; Email: info@redcross.org.hk) The Salvation Army HK (Tel 2332 4433; Email: recycling@hkt.salvationarmy.org) Po Leung Kuk (Tel 2277 8352; Email; plkinfo@poleungkuk.org.hk) Arrival Tips for Exchange Students and Non-local Students Applying for Hong Kong Identity Card (HKID) If you are staying in Hong Kong for more than 180 days, you abide by the law to apply for a HKID within 30 days upon arrival. Please visit http://www.gov.hk/en/residents/immigration/idcard/hkic /bookregidcard.htm for more details. Applying for Student Octopus Card (MTR Student Travel Scheme) The Octopus Card is a convenient and widely applied electronic stored value card which can be used on the majority of public transport, supermarkets and fast food restaurants. To find out the application procedure of the Octopus Card, please visit https://sao.ust.hk/eng/detail.php?catid=36&sid=194 . Opening a Bank Account There are two banks on campus – Bank of China and Hang Seng Bank. There are also other banks in the Tseung Kwan O Community. Please approach the staff members of the mentioned banks for more information.

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