Alumnus Simon Lin Donates Construction of HuaJen Hall to NYCU

Marking the University's First Individually Funded Building Donation

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) held a signing ceremony on November 28, 2025, for the donation of HuaJen Hall, the second building of the College of Computer Science. The ceremony was jointly presided over by the University President Chi-Hung Lin and alumnus Simon Lin, Chairman of Wistron Corporation, and was witnessed by three senior executives from Wistron, three vice presidents of NYCU, and representatives from the College of Computer Science.

Simon Lin will personally and unconditionally fund the construction of the entire building, marking the first time in NYCU's history that a complete campus building has been independently financed by a single individual donor.

HuaJen Hall is named in honor of Lin's parents, symbolizing his gratitude and commitment to giving back to his alma mater. Visibly moved during the ceremony, Lin marked the occasion as a significant milestone in the development of the College of Computer Science.

The project originated from the College of Computer Science's long-standing shortage of space. Under the leadership of former Dean Jyh-Cheng Chen, the college actively pursued fundraising efforts and received strong support from Lin. In response to public-sector regulations, the project adopted a build-first, donate-later model. Throughout the process, the University's administrative team provided full support. With leadership from the President and coordination among multiple vice presidents, Dean of General Affairs S.C.Huang, and administrative offices, an ideal site was secured at the heart of the campus, adjacent to existing department buildings.

The Wistron team also contributed professional expertise, offering strategic guidance on construction planning, technology integration, and architectural feasibility. The building is designed by renowned architect Sheng-Yuan Huang, who embraced a philosophy of coexistence with nature by preserving existing trees, framing natural views, and creating a learning environment that harmonizes with its surroundings.

Dean Shiuhpyng Shieh of the College of Computer Science expressed sincere gratitude to Simon Lin for his generous donation, as well as to the University's administrative team, the Wistron team, and all faculty and staff who contributed to the realization of this landmark project. He noted that, with the collective efforts of faculty and students, HuaJen Hall is expected to become an innovation cradle and talent hub—attracting outstanding students and drawing strong interest from industry partners—while further strengthening NYCU's role in cultivating future leaders in information and computing disciplines.

Upon completion, HuaJen Hall will serve as a major center for teaching and research within the College of Information, fostering innovation, enhancing industry–academia collaboration, and supporting NYCU's continued pursuit of global academic excellence.

Signing Ceremony for the HuaJen Hall Construction Project (Photo: Wistron Corporation)