Non-institutional Factors and the Development of Universities in the Republic of China:Taking Zhang Boling's Influence on Nankai University as an Example
During her tenure as president of private Nankai University(1919-1946),Zhang Boling showed her deep patriotism,attached herself to the great ambition of"saving the country through education",and attached great importance to the establishment of interpersonal network.These non-institutional efforts exerted a profound influence on the development of Nankai University at that time:they won precious social capital for the development of the university,promoted the increase of financial resources and social prestige,and promoted the development of Nankai University.These efforts have become a key factor for Nankai University to become one of the top universities in the Republic of China.
patriotismeducation for national salvationhuman networkbuilding a powerful country through education