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York University launches new $1.6M dedicated space to support student success in science
By Sandra McLean
May 22, 2025
11:09 am
TORONTO, May 22, 2025 – With a view to student success, York University will launch its new Taihua Wang Science Student Success Centre on May 26 thanks to a $1.6 million donation from the Chinese Canadian scientist and medical doctor.
The 3,843-square-foot centre on the main floor of York’s Life Sciences Building (LSB), which will officially open with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, creates a more accessible and functional hub for science academic advising and support.
This will help students make informed decisions about their academic journey and will improve on existing resources. There are also several new study spaces, as well as four study pods that students can reserve ahead of time.
As founder and CEO of Cell Biotechnology Inc., Wang is widely regarded as a pioneer in the clinical application of stem cells. Under his leadership, the company has driven advancements in regenerative medicine and stem cell-based therapies, including applications in the treatment and prevention of cancer, diabetes, pain-related conditions, and other chronic diseases. He is also president of the Interventional Hospital of Shandong Red Cross Society and of the Shandong New Medicine Integrated Institute of Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
From left, York Faculty of Science student Amna Imran, Dr. Taihau Wang, York President and Vice-Chancellor Rhonda Lenton and Science Dean Rui Wang cut the ribbon to officially open the centre
Media are invited to the official opening.
WHAT: Official opening of the new Taihua Wang Science Student Success Centre
WHEN: Monday, May 26 at 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Main floor of the Life Sciences Building, Keele Campus (MAP)
About York University
York University is a modern, multi-campus, urban university located in Toronto, Ontario. Backed by a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners, we bring a uniquely global perspective to help solve societal challenges, drive positive change, and prepare our students for success. York's fully bilingual Glendon Campus is home to Southern Ontario's Centre of Excellence for French Language and Bilingual Postsecondary Education. York’s campuses in Costa Rica and India offer students exceptional transnational learning opportunities and innovative programs. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet, and our future.
Media Contact: Sandra McLean, York University Media Relations, 416-272-6317, [email protected]
