Professor Saw Swee Hock named one of Forbes Asia’s Heroes of Philanthropy

The Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health warmly congratulates our distinguished alumnus and eminent philanthropist Professor Saw Swee Hock on being listed as one of the 48 Heroes of Philanthropy by Forbes Asia.

Currently in its eighth year running, the Heroes of Philanthropy honour roll lists notable philanthropists in the Asia-Pacific region, calling attention to altruists whose contributions have launched new and innovative projects in a wide variety of fields.

As a member of the NUS Board of Trustees, Prof Saw has been recognised for his significant philanthropic contributions to the field of higher education across institutions in Singapore, China, Hong Kong and Britain, including his landmark donation of $30 million to enable the establishment of the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and pave the way for the School to become Asia’s leader in public health education, training and research.

We at the Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health extend our heartiest congratulations to Prof Saw on receiving this distinguished and well-deserved honour!

View the Forbes Asia 48 Heroes of Philanthropy list here.

Media Coverage:

  • The Straits Times, 27 June 2014, Friday
  • Channel NewsAsia, 26 June 2014, Thursday
  • TODAYOnline, 26 June 2014, Friday