Looking back on the extraordinary 70 years of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), the HKBU Foundation (the Foundation) wishes to extend its deepest gratitude to all those partners who have journeyed alongside the University through its challenges and triumphs. Your generosity shines like warm beams of light, constantly illuminating each step made in HKBU’s growth and transformation.

In celebration of the University’s 70th anniversary, the Foundation is proud to present a series of donor stories that chronicle the profound bonds and significant contributions made by HKBU’s esteemed benefactors. The fourth story is dedicated to the late Dr. Wu Jieh Yee, former Chairman of Wing Lung Bank, and his family.

Dr. Wu Jieh Yee was a steadfast supporter of Hong Kong Baptist College, with his commitment dating back to the 1970s. As the College embarked on the development of its new campus (now known as Shaw Campus) in the early 1990s, Dr. Wu made generous donations in both his personal capacity and through Wing Lung Bank, laying a solid foundation for the University’s long-term development. His descendants have carried forward his spirit of benevolence and philanthropy, making substantial contributions over the years to support forward-looking initatives at HKBU, such as the Shum Yiu Foon Shum Bik Chuen Memorial Centre for Cancer and Inflammation Research and the Wu Jieh Yee Institute of Translational Chinese Medicine Research. Their support helps to drive the translation of scientific achievements into practical applications, benefitting society at large.

For more stories about donors’ invaluable support, please stay tuned to the Foundation’s eNewsletter.