Cao Dewang, an entrepreneur born in 1946, has won many honorific titles such as "Glass King", "Buddhist Businessman" and "Philanthropist" with his 78 years of life.
In the global automotive glass market, Fuyao Group's products occupy one-third of the share, and one out of every three pieces of glass is produced by Fuyao, ranking first in the global market share.
In the near future, Cao Dewang will receive a new and respectable title of "educator", which may make him famous in history.
Thanks to Cao Dewang's donation of 10 billion yuan, the preparatory work for the establishment of Fuyao University of Science and Technology has made remarkable progress.
According to the latest announcement on the official website of the Fujian Provincial Department of Education, the application for the establishment of Fuyao University of Science and Technology (tentative name) has passed the expert inspection and evaluation, and is currently planning to apply to the Ministry of Education.
Fuyao University of Science and Technology is really coming.
In an interview, Cao was asked if he would bring the competitive spirit of the mall to the game of golf. He smiled and replied, "I don't care how many shots I make, I always try to be number one because I'm playing a game for myself and myself." ”
Cao Dewang, an entrepreneur worth 21.5 billion yuan, has donated 10 billion yuan and plans to add another 500 million yuan a year to start a school.
What inspired Cao Dewang to do this?
Cao Dewang's ideals stem in part from a trip to Germany many years ago.
In preparation for the acquisition of the German factory, Cao Dewang took an in-depth look at the German manufacturing industry and carefully found that even a smaller German factory can make high-quality products. This inspired him to study the human resource development system in Germany and concluded the importance of cultivating people with innovative thinking and practical skills.
Cao Dewang's ideal also stems from his deep anxiety about the current state of education.
Why do many college students prefer not to work or enter a factory after graduation? This worries him deeply.
A Japanese told him that China lacked a university, a kind of school that would transition from a university to a company. In Japan, college students don't go to ** school to study for a year, and no one even wants to write a letter of recommendation when looking for a job.
He realized that China also needed such an education system.
After returning to China, Cao Dewang actively participated in various forums and summits, constantly asking the question: "Why can't young people find jobs or are reluctant to enter factories after graduation?" In this way, he tries to find answers and attract the attention of society.
Cao's views sometimes collide violently with leading figures in the Internet industry, sparking widespread discussion.
Cao Dewang also shared his observations and thoughts with ** by writing articles, hoping to attract the attention of the country and the public to education issues.
In Cao Dewang's words, "What our market lacks most is not chip technology, but industrial and information automation management cadres, manufacturing engineers, product engineers, sales engineers, mechanical engineers, and electronic engineers." ”
Therefore, Cao Dewang's purpose in founding the university was not to simply add an educational institution, but to explore a new educational model.
So, on May 4, 2021, Cao Dewang, named after his father Cao Heren, announced that it would invest 10 billion yuan to build Fuyao University of Science and Technology.
Fuyao University of Science and Technology plans to set up six schools, covering the fields of materials science and engineering, computer science and engineering, mechanical engineering and automation, vehicle and traffic engineering, health science, and economic management. In addition to the School of Economics and Management, the other five faculties will focus on science and engineering, which are closely related to the key areas of China's scientific and technological development.
Cao Dewang hopes that the education of Fuyao University of Science and Technology can truly meet the needs of society. He expects that graduates of this university will be able to confidently step into society as engineers and contribute to the development of the country.
At the age of 68, Cao Dewang wrote a book called "Heart of Bodhi", which means enlightenment and wisdom.
Therefore, if the heart is Bodhi, I think it is the keynote of Cao Dewang's life.
Education is the driving force of equal opportunity, and he is willing to invest in this very long cycle of industry, so that thousands of young people can be inspired and improve their lives, and have a lasting inheritance for social culture and technology. Education is a contribution to the present and a benefit to the future.
It shows that Cao Dewang's heart must have light.
Although the outside world may think that the establishment of Fuyao University of Science and Technology will be a long process, Cao Dewang quickly pushed forward the project with the attitude of a doer.
In May 2021, Cao Dewang donated 10 billion yuan to the Heren Charity Association to support the construction of Fuyao University of Science and Technology.
Then, in November 2021, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province and Heren Charity Association reached a strategic cooperation agreement on the construction of Fuyao University of Science and Technology.
In May 2022, Cao Dewang officially announced the official launch of the Fuyao University of Science and Technology project.
By April 2023, the main buildings of Fuyao University of Science and Technology, including the teaching building and library, have completed the topping out of the main structure.
In August 2023, Cao Dewang was elected as the first chairman of Fuyao University of Science and Technology.
List of high-quality authors In just two or three years, the preparatory work for the establishment of Fuyao University of Science and Technology has been basically completed, which fully demonstrates Cao Dewang's determination and execution.
In addition, the Heren Charity Association also pledged to donate an additional 500 million yuan per year in the first 10 years of Fuyao University of Science and Technology, with a cumulative donation of 5 billion yuan to support the school's talent incentive program.
According to a local report in Fuzhou, Fuyao University of Science and Technology plans to enroll 12,000 students, covering three levels of education: undergraduate, master's and doctorate. According to official information from the Fujian Provincial Department of Education, the school has entered the establishment process and is expected to officially open in 2024.
It can be seen that in 2024, a new chapter in Cao Dewang's education field will be opened.