On November 15, 2025, during the Info Day at Hong Kong Shue Yan University, Dr. Muhammad Azhar, a faculty member of the Department of Applied Data Science, was honored with the prestigious 2024–2025 Teaching Excellence Award. This distinguished recognition celebrated his exceptional dedication and impactful contributions toward enhancing teaching quality across the university community. At the ceremony, Dr. Azhar received a trophy, a certificate, and a cash prize, highlighting his steadfast commitment to educational excellence and his inspiring leadership in academia. The Head of Department, Prof. Kung Wong Lau, extended heartfelt congratulations on this well-deserved achievement.