Jining Normal University is located in Ulanqab City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Ulanqab serves as a hub city connecting the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei, Bohai Rim, and Hohhot-Baotou-Yinchuan-Yulin economic zones. Known as the “Potato Capital of China,” “Wind Power Capital,” “Grassland Fur Capital,” “Home of Shenzhou,” and the “Grassland Summer Resort of China,” Ulanqab boasts significant geographical and cultural importance.
Historical and Cultural Legacy
The university has a long history and deep cultural roots. In 1931, the original Suiyuan Province established the Suiyuan Provincial Second Normal School in Jining, marking the beginning of modern teacher education in Ulanqab. Over the years, the institution evolved through various stages:
- In 1958, the State Council approved the establishment of Ulanqab League Normal Junior College.
- In 1985, it became Ulanqab Normal Junior College.
- In 1995, it was renamed Jining Normal Higher College.
- In 2009, it was upgraded to Jining Normal University with approval from the Ministry of Education.
- In 2013, the university obtained the right to confer bachelor’s degrees.
- In 2017, it was designated as a pilot university for overall transformation and development in Inner Mongolia.
- In 2021, it was selected as a national base for promoting language and literacy.
The university has been recognized with numerous honors, including “Water-Saving Campus,” “Garden-Style Unit,” and “Civilized Campus” in Inner Mongolia.
Campus and Facilities
Jining Normal University spans three campuses with a total area of 1,617 acres and a construction area of 346,800 square meters. Its facilities include:
- Teaching and research equipment valued at 210 million RMB.
- A library housing 1.56 million physical books and 1.1 million electronic books.
- An affiliated experimental middle school.
Faculty and Students
The university hosts 12,491 full-time students, including 11,636 undergraduates. It employs 805 staff members, of whom:
- 338 hold senior professional titles.
- 510 possess master’s or doctoral degrees.
- Numerous faculty members have received national and regional accolades, such as the State Council Special Allowance.
Academic Structure and Achievements
The university comprises 19 secondary colleges, offering 34 undergraduate programs. Key highlights include:
- 1 national-level first-class undergraduate program.
- 11 regional first-class undergraduate programs and 11 brand programs.
- Multiple high-level courses, including 1 national first-class course and 17 regional first-class courses.
Research capabilities are supported by numerous facilities, such as:
- A key research base for philosophy and social sciences in Inner Mongolia.
- Multiple regional laboratories, including a graphene application engineering research center.
Since its upgrade to a university in 2009, faculty members have undertaken 1,466 research projects, including 13 national-level projects. The university has published 3,655 academic papers, 478 monographs, and obtained 115 patents.
Student Development
The university emphasizes holistic education, with students excelling in graduate school admissions and various competitions. Over the years, 1,491 students have passed the national postgraduate entrance exam, and many have won awards in humanities contests, science innovation challenges, and entrepreneurial competitions.
Contributions and Impact
Guided by the motto “Seek Truth and Innovation, Be a Model Educator,” Jining Normal University has cultivated over 90,000 skilled professionals, especially for grassroots education and development in ethnic minority areas. It has played a crucial role in supporting Ulanqab's economic growth, ethnic unity, and regional stability, earning the titles “Cradle of Basic and Ethnic Education in Ulanqab” and “Heart of Urban Wisdom.”
The former Vice Chairman of the CPC Central Committee, Liu Yunshan, wrote an inscription for his alma mater:
"Spring blossoms and autumn fruits spread across the world; educating and nurturing talents flourish on the grasslands."
(Data as of March 2024)
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