Don Wang

Biography

Mr. Don Wang graduated from Utah State University in 1972 with a Master’s Degree in Nutrition and Food Science. In 1987, Don Wang was one of the founders of MetroBank, and was Chairman of the Board until January 2014. Mr. Wang also served as Chairman of the Board of New Era Life Insurance Company from 1989 until 2014. In 1999, he received the International Executive of the Year Award from the Kiwanis Club of Houston and the Greater Houston Partnership.  In 2004 he received the Arrival Award from the University of Houston Law Center in recognition of his achievement, success, and community service.  In 2009, he was inducted into the Houston Hall of Fame as recognition city-wide for all his achievements. In 2010, Mr. Wang was recognized as distinguished alumni and later in 2017, he was awarded an honorary doctorate degree.  Today he is happily retired.

Why Donate to the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences?

I feel the College provides a wonderful foundation for one’s future career in any of its departments.  The students are getting a world class education and is given many opportunities to grow their knowledge and maturity. The education here allows one to expand their experience to learn from others while on campus or on campuses all over the world.