Be virtuous and respect the law. The words of the college motto are the ardent expectations for the law students of CUHK. They are intended to teach us to be virtuous and respect the law, to remain determined and to abide by the right path. Be virtuous and upright, respect the law and uphold integrity. Represents the beliefs and pursuits of legal professionals. The college motto is the discipline of running a college. It is a high-level summary and condensation of the philosophy of running a college. It is the spiritual direction that guides educational practice and is the soul of a college.