On the morning of March 18, the donation signing ceremony for the "Zhongfang Energy SEM Education Plan" was held in Conference Room 1 of the Tiangong Building. Alumnus Wang Xin (Management Research Class of 1986), Chairman of Beijing Zhongtai Zhengde Investment Co., Ltd. and Chairman of Zhongfang City Energy Technology Co., Ltd., donated RMB 1 million to his alma mater to establish the "Zhongfang Energy SEM Education Plan," which will be used to cultivate talents in finance and other economics and management fields.
Dai Jinggang, Deputy Party Secretary and Secretary of the Commission for Discipline Inspection of the University, and Wang Weicai, former Vice President and Deputy Director of the University Council, attended the signing ceremony. Zhu Yunhao, General Manager of Zhongfang City Energy Technology Co., Ltd., He Jin, Director of the University Alumni Association Office and Foundation Office, Wu Sen, Party Secretary of the School of Economics and Management, relevant teachers from the University Alumni Association and Foundation Office and the SEM Public Relations Office, as well as student representatives participated in the event. The ceremony was hosted by Wu Sen.
At the donation ceremony, Wang Xin signed the donation agreement with He Jin. Wang Xin then presented the donation check to Wang Weicai, who in turn presented donation certificates and a copper plaque bearing the "Education Contribution Award" to Wang Xin and Zhu Yunhao.
For many years, alumnus Wang Xin has continuously cared about and supported the development of the School of Economics and Management. He played an important role in the establishment of both the "SEM Alumni Fund" and the "Entrepreneurship Practice Fund," rewarding and supporting numerous SEM students. During the faculty-student exchange session, Yang Yifan, recipient of the SEM Alumni Scholarship "Role Model of SEM," expressed that the school's support and the alumni's encouragement have been the driving force behind his achievements in both academics and student work. Ma Yan, league branch secretary of Class 4, Business Administration (Class of 2020), recipient of the Alumni Scholarship "Zero Failed Courses in Class," stated that this honor was the first beacon on his university journey, and it was this recognition that helped unite and strengthen the class. Wang Yue, recipient of the SEM Alumni Need-based Scholarship, shared in her speech that the help from the university and alumni brought her not only financial relief but also spiritual encouragement. Tang Yusen, project team leader who was selected for the "SEM Entrepreneurship Practice Camp," mentioned that the success of "Xiaoshu Technology" would not have been possible without the alumni's financial support and careful guidance; not only did the innovation and entrepreneurship project make progress, but his personal abilities were also enhanced.
Alumnus Wang Xin stated that over the years, the university has served as his strong spiritual backbone, providing immense support and assistance, which filled him with gratitude and blessings toward his alma mater. Therefore, he wished to establish various funds and alumni activities to give back to his alma mater and teachers. Through his long-standing connection with the university, he has witnessed the growth and spiritual inheritance of generations of USTB students, and he has also drawn wisdom and strength from it. On the occasion of the university's 70th anniversary, he wished the university continued success in its development and talent cultivation, and extended his best wishes for the successful conduct of the 70th anniversary celebration series of events.
Wang Weicai remarked that it is the continuous dedication of alumni that has propelled the development of education at both the university and school levels, helping the university reach new heights. This spirit of remembering one's roots should be passed down through generations of USTB students, injecting inexhaustible momentum into the development of the alma mater.
Dai Jinggang reviewed the remarkable achievements of the university over its 70-year history and the development journey of the School of Economics and Management over its 40 years. He pointed out that the development of the university and its alumni are mutually reinforcing and mutually promoting. Alumnus Wang Xin has devoted considerable effort and passion to the development of the university and the SEM over the years, setting an example for numerous students to remember their roots and carry forward the spirit. He expressed sincere gratitude to alumnus Wang Xin on behalf of the university, and hoped that alumni would continue to care about and support the development of their alma mater. He further stated that the university would work hand in hand with all alumni to create new glory.
The establishment of the "Zhongfang Energy SEM Education Plan" represents the heartfelt giving back from alumni to the university and the school. It is hoped that all students will study diligently and think profoundly, dare to practice, harbor gratitude, strive for excellence, keep in mind the expectations of the university and alumni, be grateful to their alma mater and give back to society, and make more contributions to the development of the university and the school.
