2026.03.26
Distinguished guests unveil the commemorative plaque for the FITEK Lecture Hall at the appreciation ceremony on March 26. From left to right: Vice President Ta-Jen Yen, Vice President Hsiang-Kuang Chang, Vice President Ping-Chiang Lyu, President W. John Kao, alumnus Hung-Tu Wang, Dean Yu-Chen Hu (College of Engineering), Chair Hsing-Yu Tuan (Department of Chemical Engineering), and Professor Emeritus Shi-Shang Jang.
Amid intensifying global competition in engineering education, the College of Engineering at National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) has launched the NTHU CoE Global Top 100 Vision Initiative. Through strengthening international collaboration, recruiting top-tier faculty, and cultivating outstanding students, the College aims to further enhance its academic and research standing. In support of this initiative, distinguished alumnus Hung-Tu Wang has donated NT$13.2 million to establish the FITEK Lecture Hall within the Department of Chemical Engineering. The lecture hall will serve as a key platform for advancing the internationalization of engineering education and fostering academic exchange.
NTHU President W. John Kao expressed his appreciation, noting that Wang once remarked, “Knowledge is power. Power creates value. And value ultimately contributes to society.” This philosophy, he said, closely aligns with NTHU's long-standing commitment to leveraging knowledge through teaching and research to create meaningful societal impact. Over the past three decades, Wang has embodied this belief through concrete actions—from scholarships and alumni initiatives to the establishment of the FITEK Lecture Hall—each contributing to the enduring legacy of knowledge at NTHU.
Dean Yu-Chen Hu highlighted that the College is actively advancing the NTHU CoE Global Top 100 Vision Initiative through the establishment of the Vision Fund, Talent Cultivation Fund, and Engineering Chair Professorship Fund. These funds are designed to support faculty development, student scholarships, and international engagement, forming a comprehensive strategy to strengthen research capacity and global influence.
The College of Engineering has long been dedicated to excellence in engineering education and industry-academia collaboration. Its academic units span Chemical Engineering, Power Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, and Industrial Engineering, as well as interdisciplinary research programs in areas such as nanotechnology, microsystems, and biomedical engineering. Together, these units and programs continue to cultivate key talent and make advances in technology and industry.
The FITEK Lecture Hall, currently under development, will host international scholars, academic conferences, industry forums, and interdisciplinary exchanges. It will provide students with opportunities to engage directly with global academic and industry leaders, while serving as a central hub for international collaboration and knowledge exchange on campus.
Hung-Tu Wang, a member of the first master's cohort of the Graduate Institute of Industrial Chemistry at NTHU, has built a distinguished career in the advanced materials and high-tech industries. In 1985, he founded FITEK Corporation, contributing to the development of Taiwan's semiconductor and optoelectronics sectors, with business operations extending across Taiwan and Asia. He previously served as the founding president of the Southern Taiwan Alumni Association and was named one of NTHU's Distinguished Alumni (27th class). Over the years, he has remained deeply committed to supporting his alma mater, as evidenced by the establishment of the Professor Chao-Jen Lee Biomedical Engineering Development Foundation to advance talent cultivation and research in biomedical engineering.
“What Tsing Hua gave me is not merely a diploma, but a lifelong approach to doing things,” Wang noted. He emphasized that his education at NTHU laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial journey. In an era of rapid technological advancement, he believes talent cultivation must be rooted in the university environment. Through the establishment of the lecture hall, he hopes to support the University's efforts in internationalizing engineering education and creating a globally connected learning environment for future generations.
Looking ahead, the College of Engineering will continue to strengthen its global competitiveness through international collaboration, talent development, and industry partnerships. With the support of alumni and industry partners, NTHU aims to nurture more engineers with global vision and innovative capabilities, contributing sustained momentum to Taiwan's technological and industrial development while advancing toward its goal of rejoining the world's top 100 engineering schools.
President W. John Kao (left) receives a donation of NT$13.2 million from FITEK Corporation Chairman and distinguished alumnus Hung-Tu Wang for the establishment of the FITEK Lecture Hall.
Group photo of distinguished guests at the FITEK Lecture Hall donation appreciation ceremony. From left to right: Vice President Ta-Jen Yen, Vice President Hsiang-Kuang Chang, Vice President Ping-Chiang Lyu, President W. John Kao, alumnus Hung-Tu Wang, Dean Yu-Chen Hu, Chair Hsing-Yu Tuan, and Professor Emeritus Shi-Shang Jang.
Alumnus Ching-Kuan Lin delivers remarks, sharing how he has been inspired by Hung-Tu Wang's dedication to giving back to NTHU and describing him as a role model.
President W. John Kao delivers remarks, expressing appreciation for Hung-Tu Wang's longstanding support for NTHU.
Hung-Tu Wang, Chairman of the FITEK Corporation and recipient of NTHU's 27th Distinguished Alumni Award.
Dean Yu-Chen Hu expresses appreciation for Hung-Tu Wang and other supporters, noting their contributions to advancing the Global Top 100 Vision Initiative.
Faculty members and alumni gather at the College of Engineering Global Top 100 Vision Fund appreciation ceremony.
Rendering of the FITEK Lecture Hall. Located in the basement of the Chemical Engineering Building, the space will serve as a multifunctional venue for international lectures, academic conferences, and industry forums upon completion.
Rendering of the FITEK Lecture Hall.
