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Showcasing two-way industry-academia cooperation and collaboration with local communities... Expected to drive social value creation Exhibiting outstanding achievements in joint technology development, prototyping support, field training, and student startup projects Booths featuring demonstrations by digital twin and digital transformation family companies draw enthusiastic responses [December 4, 2024] “2024 YU Industrial-Academic Cooperation Expo” was held to show the achievements of industrial-academic cooperation of YU (President CHOI Oe-chool) at a place. Held on December 3 at the LEE Si-won Convention Hall in YU’s Cheonma Art Center, the Expo was organized by YU’s LINC 3.0 Project Group, supported by the Ministry of Education and the National Research Foundation of Korea. The event aimed to strengthen ties with the local community and foster social value creation by sharing YU's exemplary industry-academic cooperation cases. At the event, good practices of interactive industry-academia cooperation such as ▲ Joint industry-academic technology (knowledge) development tasks, ▲ Industry-academic joint technology (knowledge) commercialization tasks, ▲Prototype production support project, ▲ Industrial proposal CDP (Capstone Design Program), ▲ Excellent sharing and collaboration examples, and ▲Excellent cases of field training and videos of award-winning works were displayed and students presented their ingenious startup ideas were shown through ▲ Startup Competition Finals. In the Joint Industry-Academia Technology (Knowledge) Development Tasks, 20 outstanding initiatives were showcased, including the development of a strain-detecting sensor applicable to autonomous robots and a senior-friendly navigation UX/UI for elderly drivers. The Prototype Production Support Projects highlighted 13 innovative cases, such as the development of a multi-control board for servo drivers and real-time vehicle operation data transmission hardware. In the Capstone Design Program, 10 exceptional projects were presented, including a battery monitoring solution, reliability analysis for lightweight high-strength chassis components for eco-mobility, and research on the manufacturing and property enhancement of conductive polymer copolymers. The Startup Competition Finals featured 20 creative student business ideas, including: "Air Route" - Urban Air Mobility (UAM) safety tunnels "Life Water" - Microplastic filtering bottled water solutions; Interactive Booths by Family Companies. YU’s family companies, including Nearnetworks, Rayworld, AR Media Works, Y Design Lab, YURI, and Dambi, operated demonstration booths. These showcased cutting-edge products and services based on Digital Twin and Digital Transformation (DX) technologies, attracting significant interest from over 2,000 participating students. BAE Cheol-ho, Director of YU's LINC 3.0 Project Group, emphasized the event's significance: “This Expo serves as a platform for industry, academia, and the local community to share visions and trends in two-way cooperation. We hope it creates practical synergies for all stakeholders and establishes a foundation for continued growth linked to future RISE projects.”
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25th DGID Interior Architectural Design Competition attracts over 100 entries from universities nationwide YU Architecture students win 14 awards, including the Grand Prize, showcasing their design excellence Grand Prize: PARK Yeon-woo (4th year, Architectural Design) • Excellence Award: JANG Min-soo (4th year, Architectural Design) [December 3, 2024] <Students from YU’s Department of Architecture awarded at the 25th DGID Interior Architectural Design Competition> Students from Yeungnam University's (President CHOI Oe-chool) Department of Architecture have demonstrated exceptional talent by dominating a prestigious national competition. The 25th DGID Interior Architectural Design Competition, held on October 30, saw over 100 entries from universities across the country. YU students majoring in Architectural Design stood out, winning 14 awards in total, including the Grand Prize awarded to PARK Yeon-woo (4th year, Architectural Design) and the Excellence Award to JANG Min-soo (4th year, Architectural Design). Organized by the Daegu Interior Design Association, this long-standing competition has been a platform for interior architecture students to showcase their creativity and skills for 25 years. This year’s themes included “Green Smart School Interior Space Planning” and a freestyle creative category, encouraging innovative and unique ideas. The Grand Prize-winning project by PARK Yeon-woo, titled “IN THE BASKET,” proposed a new concept of space designed to bring people together—whether for conversation, dining, or rekindling a sense of purpose. The project offered detailed alternatives for furniture, colors, lighting, and finishing materials. PARK’s well-structured spatial program enhanced user experiences and presented intriguing sectional designs. Other award-winning projects included “Sanyuseolim” by Excellence Award recipient JANG Min-soo; “FULL MOON” by Special Selection honoree LEE Jae-min; “Community: Encounters in Daily Life” by KIM Su-min; “Walking Through the Heart: A Path of Growth and Healing” by BAE Eun-jin; and “Our Own Bloom” by KIM Na-young, among others. Professor KIM So-hee, who guided the students, remarked, “This competition allowed our Architectural Design students to showcase their skills and present innovative design solutions for interior spaces. I hope these experiences serve as a solid foundation for their future contributions to the field of interior architectural design.”
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On the 27th, 50 students, faculty, and staff joined the 'YU Happy Dream Volunteer Service' Delivered warmth bags containing fruit lunches and socks to underprivileged neighbors Social Contribution Corps plans to continue regional and global volunteer initiatives [November 28, 2024] Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) extended a helping hand to marginalized members of the community through a heartwarming volunteer initiative. On November 27, YU's Social Contribution Corps organized the ‘Happy Dream Volunteer Service: Joyful Fruit Lunchboxes’ event at Lecture Room 111 in the College of Life Applied Sciences. This event, hosted by the Social Contribution Support Team, saw active participation from over 50 volunteers, including students and faculty members. The volunteers meticulously prepared fruit lunchboxes and packed them into warmth bags, which also included Vitamin C supplements and socks. A total of 200 warmth bags were prepared and personally delivered by the volunteers to the homes of underprivileged individuals in the Gyeongsan area, including elderly residents living alone and people with disabilities. Through this activity, YU's volunteers shared warmth and embodied the spirit of giving. Professor KIM Jeong-hun, head of YU’s Social Contribution Corps and a faculty member in the Department of Saemaul International Development, stated, “This activity not only provided small support to our local community but also gave the volunteers an invaluable opportunity to reflect on the importance of sharing. YU’s Social Contribution Corps will continue to develop diverse programs that promote the spirit of volunteerism and mutual growth with the community.” Established in 2022, YU’s Social Contribution Corps is a volunteer organization comprising students and faculty working together. The Corps has been actively involved in various initiatives both on and off-campus, including campus clean-up activities and kimchi-sharing events. Additionally, through regular volunteer programs and overseas volunteer projects, YU provides students with opportunities to cultivate their global citizenship and embrace the values of sharing and service.
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"Become the Leaders Who Drive Korea Forward" YU alumni and new graduates gather to celebrate and support each other Over 250 participants, including alumni mentors and new employees, share strong bonds of camaraderie [November 22, 2024] Prominent alumni of Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) gathered at 7 p.m. on November 21 at Samjung Hotel in Seoul. The event aimed to encourage and celebrate YU graduates who recently embarked on their careers in Seoul and the metropolitan area. Hosted by the YU Seoul Alumni Association (President PARK Jung-gwan), the Cheonma Employment Welcome Event has been held annually since 2012 and marked its 11th iteration this year. Unlike typical alumni gatherings, this event stands out as senior alumni—many decades into their careers—come together to celebrate and mentor their newly employed peers. This year’s event attracted over 250 YU alumni, including around 80 new graduates who recently began their professional journeys in the Seoul area. The evening was filled with heartfelt greetings, advice, and encouragement exchanged among attendees. Notable YU alumni, including PARK Jung-gwan (Pharmacy, Class of ’75, Chairman of Withpharm), Representative JOO Ho-young (Law, Class of ’78), and KIM Seok-hoe (CEO of Borim Construction, Architecture, Class of ’75), attended the event. Despite their busy schedules, these distinguished figures in politics, business, law, and culture made time to meet and support the new generation of YU professionals. In his welcome speech, PARK Jung-gwan emphasized, “Today’s event is a platform for senior alumni to encourage younger graduates and strengthen bonds between generations. I hope everyone here becomes a mentor and mentee, engaging in meaningful dialogue. To our newest members of the professional world, take pride in being part of the YU family and strive to become leaders who will shape Korea’s future.” Representing the newly employed alumni, SONG Ye-eun (Sociology, Class of ’19) expressed gratitude, saying, “As I begin my career, being part of this gathering with so many inspiring alumni is incredibly empowering. I’m proud to be a part of the YU community and will look to the paths paved by our senior alumni as I pursue my dreams.” YU was also represented by YOON Jeong-hyeon, Director of the External Cooperation Office, and other university staff.In a congratulatory message conveyed through the Director, President CHOI Oe-chool stated, “I extend heartfelt congratulations to all of you who have secured jobs during these challenging times. I encourage you to continue embracing new challenges in your respective fields. YU’s remarkable achievements today are thanks to the dedication and efforts of senior alumni like you. With the support of your alma mater and mentors, I hope you grow into leaders who contribute to the nation’s progress. YU will also remain committed to nurturing exceptional talent.”
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Over 800 participants, including President CHOI Oe-chool, university officials, faculty, staff, and medical center employees, joined to create cherished campus memories. Strengthening community bonds while walking through campus landmarks like Cheonma Honors Park and the Folk Village. Featuring alumni and club performances, busking, and more festive activities. [November 4, 2024] On November 2, YU hosted the "77th Anniversary Trekking Sports Festival" on the natural grass soccer field at the university's main entrance. The event, organized to commemorate the university’s 77th anniversary, brought together over 800 members of the YU Cheonma family, including faculty, staff, their families, and the YU Medical Center. Participants enjoyed walking around the campus while fostering camaraderie. The event began with an opening address by President CHOI Oe-chool, followed by a warm-up session. Participants embarked on a 4-kilometer trekking course, which took approximately two hours, starting from YU’s soccer field and passing by major campus landmarks such as the Business and Economics Hall, Love Road, and Cheonma Honors Park, as well as the Folk Village and Forest Trails. Along the way, at Cheonma Honors Park, participants were treated to busking performances, photo zones, and treasure-hunting activities organized by faculty and student clubs. Many attendees showed great interest by taking commemorative photos in front of the recently unveiled statue of YU’s founder, Park Chung Hee, which was inaugurated in October. In the afternoon, the festival continued with performances to celebrate the gathering of the Cheonma family. The event began with a traditional Korean music performance, followed by alumni singing performances that heightened the event's festive atmosphere. The day concluded with a lucky draw, providing a platform for unity and celebration among the Cheonma family. President CHOI Oe-chool remarked, “The esteemed reputation of Yeungnam University today owes much to the dedicated efforts of our faculty and staff. I hope this event offers a chance to step away from the pressures of work and create cherished memories with colleagues while exploring our campus. Together, we will continue striving to cultivate talented individuals who contribute to the university’s growth and the shared prosperity of humanity.”
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CHOI Oe-chool, President of YU, signs MOU with the University of Rwanda to share Saemaul Studies. Efforts to localize Saemaul education through the establishment of a Saemaul Research and Training Center. Rwandan Minister of Education nominates five universities to adopt Saemaul Studies for higher education innovation. [November 5, 2024] “Korea’s miracle was made possible by consciousness reform through Saemaul education. President CHOI Oe-chool’s life story itself is a beacon of hope for us. Let us remember this well. Through Saemaul education, we can play a pivotal role in Rwanda’s development, and Rwanda can become a success model for Africa like Korea.” <The University of Rwanda and Yeungnam University signed an MOU on October 17 to share Saemaul education.> This statement by KAYIHURA Muganga Didas, President of the University of Rwanda, resonated after YU President CHOI Oe-chool shared his insights on the Saemaul Undong’s background, principles, achievements, and success factors during his visit to the University of Rwanda on October 17. CHOI also candidly shared his personal growth story and YU's efforts to globally promote Saemaul Undong. <President CHOI Oe-chool delivers a lecture on Saemaul Undong to key officials at the University of Rwanda.> During his lecture, CHOI emphasized, “Rwanda already has a remarkable tradition of community development called ‘Umuganda.’ However, its aspects of consciousness reform and income generation require reinforcement. Saemaul education can complement these areas through the development of local experts,” pledging support for introducing Saemaul education in Rwanda. YU and the University of Rwanda signed an MOU for academic exchange, agreeing to prioritize the establishment of a Saemaul Research and Training Center at the University of Rwanda. This initiative responds to the university's call for specialized research and education for local communities. Additionally, both institutions plan to establish a Saemaul Studies Department to cultivate local experts in the future. <From left: President CHOI Oe-chool of YU and Minister Joshep Nsengimana of Rwanda’s Ministry of Education.> Earlier on the morning of October 17, Rwandan Minister of Education Joshep Nsengimana invited CHOI to the Ministry of Education to deliver a lecture on Saemaul Undong to presidents and vice presidents of five major universities, as well as senior ministry officials. <President CHOI Oe-chool poses for a commemorative photo with high-ranking officials of Rwanda's Ministry of Education.> Minister Nsengimana remarked, “I have seen photos of students studying under trees in post-war Korea, which deeply illustrates the importance of education for national development. As the Minister responsible for higher education innovation and investment, I recognize the critical role of YU’s cooperation in advancing Rwanda’s higher education.” In response, CHOI stated, “Based on the MOU with the Rwandan Ministry of Education in March 2021, YU is committed to fostering Saemaul development talents and sharing Saemaul Studies to contribute to Rwanda’s progress.” He added, “Considering Rwanda’s historical and socio-environmental context, the national adoption of Saemaul spirit and its practices—diligence, self-reliance, cooperation, sharing, service, and creativity—will significantly enhance social integration and development.” Meanwhile, the Rwandan government has implemented “Umuganda,” a community service program legally mandated for all citizens aged 18 to 65 on the last Saturday of each month. This tradition, rooted in voluntary service for the solidarity and welfare of the community, was institutionalized after 1994 to promote social reconstruction and unity as part of Rwanda’s national development policy.
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On November 6, YU hosts the “Regional Innovation and Collaborative Growth Forum” to address the Era of Local Autonomy. Jointly organized by YU and Gyeongsan City, with the YU Regional Innovation and Growth Center (RIGC) taking the lead. Exploring strategies for revitalizing regional economies through collaboration among local governments, universities, and businesses. [November 6, 2024] YU (President CHOI Oe-chool), held a forum aimed at fostering collaborative growth and regional innovation in response to the Era of Local Autonomy. The forum, titled "A City Ideal for Businesses, Future Gyeongsan", took place on the morning of November 6 at the LEE Siwon Global Convention Hall in the Cheonma Art Center at YU. It explored pathways for synergy among local communities, universities, and businesses.Co-hosted by YU and Gyeongsan City, the event gathered 150 participants, including YU President CHOI Oe-chool, Gyeongsan Mayor CHO Hyun-il, Presidential Committee on Local Autonomy Chairperson PARK Sung-jin, Gyeongsan City Council Chair AHN Moon-gil, Gyeongbuk IT Convergence Industry Institute Director YOON Chil-seok, SOUL Materials CEO JUNG In-cheol, local public officials, citizens, and students. The forum featured two sessions. In the first session, PARK Sung-jin, Chair of the Presidential Committee on Local Autonomy and professor at POSTECH, delivered a keynote presentation on “Revitalizing the Regional Economy through Synergy: Roles of Local Governments, Universities, and Businesses”, followed by a panel discussion. The second session, themed “A New Leap for Gyeongsan as a Business-Friendly City”, included presentations by Gyeongsan City’s Corporate Policy Division Manager MOON Eun-young on “Achievements of Local Business Support Policies”, DAEGYUNG Techno-Management Cooperative Director LEE Jung-bok on “Proposals for Regional Economic Revitalization through SME Support”, and Gyeongbuk Research Institute’s LIM Kyu-chae on “Gyeongsan’s Economy and Industrial Structure”. <Gyeongsan Mayor CHO Hyun-il delivers congratulatory remarks at the forum.> Gyeongsan Mayor Cho Hyun-il emphasized the importance of partnership, saying, “Amid challenges such as declining school-age and youth populations and aging demographics, Gyeongsan City will provide administrative and financial support to transform into a city attractive to youth and businesses by working closely with YU and other local universities and enterprises. I hope this forum serves as a platform to identify practical solutions for revitalizing the regional economy.” <CHOI Oe-chool, President of Yeungnam University, delivering a welcoming address at the forum.> YU President CHOI Oe-chool, in his welcoming address, stated, “This forum serves as a crucial opportunity to establish a collaborative network among local governments, businesses, and universities to promote mutual growth. I hope this platform will not only present actionable policy solutions for revitalizing the local economy but also improve the quality of life for citizens. YU will continue to lead regional innovation and actively strive to foster mutual growth between the university and the local community. Furthermore, it will dedicate itself to nurturing talented individuals who can contribute to the development of the region, the nation, and even the shared prosperity of the global community." Meanwhile, YU's Regional Innovation and Growth Collaboration Center (RIGC) was established as part of a collaborative effort between YU and Gyeongsan City to pursue sustainable regional growth and development. This initiative was formalized with a MOU signed in May of last year, and the center officially opened on YU’s campus in July of the same year. This marks the first example of a local government and a university realizing the value of mutual growth and establishing a collaborative partnership, serving as a significant starting point for leading the era of regional autonomy. Through the RIGC, the university plans to create a successful model of cooperative governance, enabling universities, local governments, residents, and businesses to grow together in pursuit of regional innovation.
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Selected 'Overseas Advanced Major Study Scholars' for 2024 and provided scholarships Founded in 2003 by alumni who benefited from the 'Saemaul Scholarship,' supporting juniors' studies annually Distributed KRW274.5 million in scholarships to 290 recipients to date [November 7, 2024] The Yeungnam Saemaul Scholarship Association (Chairman CHOI Oe-chool, also YU President) awarded the "Academic Encouragement Scholarship" on the 7th to support juniors in their studies. This marks the 22nd year of the association's Junior Love Scholarship. Founded in 2003 by alumni of the Department of Community Development (now the Department of Saemaul International Development) who benefited from the Saemaul Scholarship, the association was established to assist students in their academic pursuits. Chairman CHOI Oe-chool spearheaded its creation and has led its operations since. Each year, the association has provided scholarships to students. This year, KRW 16 million was distributed to 16 students, bringing the total to KRW 274.5 million awarded to 290 recipients since its inception. Among this year’s recipients are 16 students from various year levels and departments, including SEO Go-eun and WOO Jeong-yeop (4th year), KOO Na-young, AHN Na-kyung, and JEON Hyun-woo (3rd year), KIM Ji-woo, LEE Seung-eun, LEE Joon-woo, and JO Woo-yeon (2nd year), KONG Bo-bae, KWON Do-gyeong, SEO Yoo-jin, SEO Jeong-bin, SON Yeol-mae, SON Ji-won (1st year). Notably, HWANG Ye-eun, a third-year student from the Department of Media and Communication, was also selected as a scholar for overseas advanced major studies. Many recipients have built their professional capacities within their respective fields and advanced to prestigious international organizations and institutions such as the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), the Ministry of Employment and Labor’s International Development Cooperation Team, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), the KDI School of Public Policy and Management, the Korea Research Institute for Human Settlements, and the Saemaul Undong Center. The scholarship association has extended support to undergraduate and graduate students across various disciplines, including Saemaul and International Development, Computer Engineering, and Economics and Finance, and international students from Africa and Southeast Asia. This year, the focus was on selecting students to enhance their global competence through overseas advanced study programs. Chairman CHOI Oe-chool (YU President) expressed gratitude, saying, “I deeply appreciate the dedication of all association members who have carried this initiative forward for over 20 years. We aim to increase the frequency of scholarship awards and expand our fundraising efforts. I hope that the recipients will fully realize their potential and forge ahead toward their dreams, drawing strength from the affection and support of their seniors. Furthermore, I hope they will embody the spirit of giving back and contribute to society, following in the footsteps of their senior benefactors.”
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Over 200 Guests Gather at YU’s Cheonma Honors Park for the 77th Founding Anniversary Statue Unveiling on the 23rd Active USA Chairman LEE Don Donates Full Costs for Statue Honoring YU Founder Park Chung Hee President CHOI Oe-chool: “Honoring the Founder’s Vision, We Will Nurture Talent to Contribute to Global Prosperity” [October 23, 2024] To mark its 77th founding anniversary, Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) held a statue unveiling ceremony for its founder, Park Chung Hee, on the 23rd at Cheonma Honors Park. The ceremony was organized to honor the founding spirit, educational philosophy, and achievements of Park Chung Hee while commemorating YU’s 77th anniversary to pass down his legacy to future generations. The event was attended by a distinguished gathering of over 200 guests, including YU President CHOI Oe-chool and faculty; Chairperson HAN Jae-sook of the Yeungnam School Corporation; Chairman of YU's North American Alumni Association LEE Don, who donated all expenses for the statue, along with his spouse, YOO Bok-kyung; former Presidential Secretary for Legal Affairs and first Chair of the Park Chung Hee Memorial Foundation, KIM Ki-choon; Chairman of the Saemaul Foundation, LEE Seung-jong; former YU Presidents LEE Sang-chun and SUR Gil-soo; Kumo National Institute of Technology President KWAK Ho-sang; Yeungnam College of Science and Technology President LEE Jae-yong; former Alumni Association President JEONG Tae-il; Seoul Alumni Association President PARK Jeong-kwan; Honorary Professors’ Association President LEE Gwang-sik; Professor Association Chair JEONG Jae-hak; staff union representatives; student representatives; and retired faculty representatives. The unveiling ceremony proceeded with an opening declaration, an introduction of the founder, a report on the statue’s development, congratulatory addresses, presentation of an appreciation plaque, and the statue unveiling. <YU President CHOI Oe-chool delivering a commemorative speech at the statue unveiling ceremony for Founder Park Chung Hee.> Park Chung Hee, YU founder, was born in Gumi, Gyeongsangbuk-do, in 1917. After serving as a teacher at Mungyeong Public School, he graduated in 1946 from the Chosun Military Academy, the precursor to the current Korea Military Academy. Serving as Korea’s 5th to 9th president from 1963 to 1979, he presented Koreans with a grand vision for national modernization and progress, channeling the collective strength and unity of the people to help South Korea emerge as an economic powerhouse. In 1967, with a commitment to fostering talents essential for national prosperity and progress, he founded Yeungnam University, establishing its educational mission rooted in patriotism and a philosophy of public service. The statue of Park Chung Hee stands on a granite base measuring 2 meters by 2 meters and 0.3 meters high, with the statue itself crafted in bronze, measuring 2.5 meters tall and 0.8 meters wide. Created by artist KIM Young-won, renowned for works such as the King Sejong statue at Gwanghwamun Square and “Osu” housed at Hoam Art Museum, he is a master of Korean figurative sculpture. KIM also produced statues of President Park at his birthplace in Gumi and at Cheongnamdae. In October 2023, during the 9th Annual General Meeting of YU’s North American Alumni Association in Los Angeles, a consensus was reached to create a statue of the founder. In December of the same year, LEE Don, Chairman of the North American Alumni Association, met with YU President CHOI Oe-chool to discuss details, leading to the statue's formal development. In April of this year, Chairman LEE generously donated the entire cost needed for creating and installing the statue to YU, aiming to commemorate the founder’s noble vision and elevate his alma mater’s prestige on its 77th anniversary in 2024. LEE Don (Architecture, Class of '73), who funded the statue entirely, immigrated to the U.S. in 1986 and founded Active U.S.A. Inc. the following year, achieving remarkable success. Despite losing his entire fortune in the 1992 L.A. Riots, he rebounded, thanks to his reputation and leadership as a businessman. He currently serves as a director of Pacific Bank, a prominent Korean-American bank, as well as a leading CEO in the World Korean Business Convention, director of the Memorial Foundation for Scholar LEE Eon-jeok, Gyeongsangbuk-do Overseas Advisory Committee member, and chairman of the Daegu-Gyeongbuk Alumni Association in North America. Even while residing overseas, LEE has made ongoing charitable contributions, becoming the third overseas member of the Honor Society by the Community Chest of Korea for “Fruit of Love.” As an advisor to Gyeongsangbuk-do, he has also extended invitations to more than 100 university students from YU and the Daegu-Gyeongbuk region to join Active U.S.A. as interns, actively supporting young talent in building global competencies. Chairman LEE has been supporting students with foundation of Wolsan Scholarship Society after donating scholarship funds to YU, his alma mater, in 2012 in order to repay the kindness of his father who passed in July 2011, and his mother. Since then, his scholarship donations to YU have amounted to $4 million, making it the largest individual scholarship fund managed by the university. The students of Wolsan Scholarship Society are active in all walks of life, including lawyers, prosecutors, certified public accountants, architects, and teachers. Chairman LEE has been continuously making donations for Wolsan Scholarship Society, university development fund, and Alumni Association Scholarship Fund and has been making large contributions in the university and the alumni association. Chairman LEE also led the founding of the North American Alumni Association for YU, the first of its kind among universities south of the Hangang River. In his role as the head of the preparatory committee, he visited major cities across the United States, encouraging alumni participation and support. Following his tenure as president of the YU LA Alumni Association, he served as the first president of the North American Alumni Association and currently holds the position as its 9th president. YU has recognized his achievements with the “Proud YU Alumnus Award” in 2006 and an honorary Doctorate in Business Administration in 2014. In 2023, he was further honored with the National Order of Civil Merit (Dongbeak Medal) from the South Korean government for his contributions to the field of education. In her congratulatory speech, HAN Jae-sook, Chairperson of Yeungnam School Corporation, stated, “Following the educational ideals of our founder, President Park Chung Hee, YU has produced countless talents who have contributed to national development. I sincerely hope today’s unveiling will inspire us to continue working together to advance YU’s mission and growth.” KIM Ki-chun, former Chief Presidential Secretary to President PARK Geun-hye, shared his reflections: “On the 77th anniversary of YU’s founding, it is profoundly meaningful to hold the statue unveiling ceremony for President Park Chung Hee. I vividly remember his tireless efforts, driven by a singular determination to uplift the nation, which he exemplified as a public servant in the Blue House. Today, we honor his work in laying the foundation of freedom and prosperity that we enjoy.” Next, honorary professor LEE Kwang-sik expressed his gratitude in his address: “I extend my thanks to all those who contributed to the statue of President Park Chung Hee. YU, founded under the exceptional leadership of President Park to lead Korea’s development, has grown alongside the nation. I hope this statue will inspire future generations to honor the founder’s vision and contribute to the country’s progress.” <Chairman LEE Don delivering a congratulatory address at the unveiling ceremony for Founder Park Chung Hee's statue.> Lastly, LEE Don, who played a pivotal role in the creation of the founder’s statue, shared in his address, “It brings me great joy and honor to contribute to erecting the statue of President Park Chung Hee, founder of our alma mater and architect of the ‘Miracle on the Hangang River,’ here on our campus.” He continued, “Establishing a statue of our esteemed founder, President Park, on the YU campus—where the indomitable spirit of Cheonma stands tall—has long been a shared aspiration of YU alumni across North America.” Today, Korea’s standing in the world is unparalleled, a testament to President Park’s patriotic spirit, New Village Movement, and visionary leadership. The North American Alumni Association will forever remember the legacy of President Park, who was instrumental in Korea’s rise as an economic powerhouse.” YU President CHOI Oe-chool said, “It is a moving experience to unveil the statue of President Park Chung Hee, who established YU to nurture the country’s future leaders at a time marked by poverty and uncertainty, in this significant year marking YU's 77th anniversary. Recently, a Nobel Laureate in Economics praised the ‘Park Chung Hee Development Model’ for inspiring economic growth policies globally—a source of pride for us all. Commemorating the founder’s philosophy and vision, while striving to uphold his spirit, is central to YU’s identity.” He continued, “As expressed in our university anthem—‘To dispel darkness and falsehood, teaching brightness and truth’—YU is committed to fulfilling its mission as an institution dedicated to truth and justice. We will stand firm against any forces that challenge our founding principles and identity, upholding the light of true knowledge. I extend my heartfelt thanks to Chairman LEE Don and his family, our North American alumni, and everyone here today. YU will continue to cultivate talents who contribute not only to national prosperity but to the shared welfare of humanity.”
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On the 8th, YU Hosts Semiconductor Specialization University Project Launch Ceremony at CRC Over 23 Billion KRW to be Invested in Semiconductor Specialization Support Programs Expansion in Developing Next-Generation Semiconductor Industry and Workforce [October 22, 2024] <The launch ceremony for the 'Semiconductor Specialization University Project' took place on the afternoon of the 8th at YU's CRC.> Yeungnam University (YU), led by President CHOI Oe-chool, is intensifying its efforts in the 'Semiconductor Specialization University Project.' On the afternoon of the 8th, YU held a launch ceremony for the 'Semiconductor Specialization University Project' at its Center for Research Complex (CRC), with YU President CHOI Oe-chool, Project Director KIM Jong-soo, and Deputy Director PARK Si-hyeon in attendance. Joining them were officials from the National Kumoh Institute of Technology (KIT), including KIT President KWAK Ho-sang and Project Director LEE Sang-hyo, as well as representatives from Gyeongsangbuk-do Province, Gyeongsan City, and Gyeongbuk Technopark. The 'Semiconductor Specialization University Project' has been driven by the Center for Advanced Semiconductor Convergence Technology (CASCT), an essential part of YU’s mission. The center traces its origins to the Ministry of Knowledge Economy’s 2009 LED-IT Convergence Industrialization Research Center project, which brought in 40 billion KRW to build a comprehensive semiconductor fabrication facility (FAB) spanning 390 pyeong. Since then, ongoing government and local funding, including the 2023 Ministry of Education’s Regional University Activation Project in the semiconductor field and the Gyeongsangbuk-do Advanced Semiconductor Talent Development Program, have propelled CASCT's development. <From the left, fifth in line, KIT President KWAK Ho-sang, YU President CHOI Oe-chool.> In July, YU was selected for the Ministry of Education and the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology’s Semiconductor Specialization University Support Program, in partnership with KIT, in the ‘Non-Metropolitan Co-Growth Type’ category. The project, running through 2028 for up to four years (2+2 years), will receive 28 billion KRW in national funding (with an estimated total project cost of 30.1 billion KRW, including local and university funds). The implementation of this project aims to: ▲Establish a regional semiconductor specialization university based on university-industry collaboration, thereby creating a talent cultivation and supply system for leading the next-generation mobility semiconductor (WBG, sensors, systems) industry. ▲Combine YU's strengths in device and process development with KIT's strengths in materials, components, and equipment, reflecting industry demands to drive the semiconductor sector. ▲Train practical personnel for the entire lifecycle of next-generation mobility semiconductors and establish a robust industry-academia cooperation system. Additionally, YU recently became the sole university selected for the Ministry of Science and ICT’s Next-Gen Semiconductor R&D Infrastructure Project, securing 14.95 billion KRW in funding over five years. KIM Jong-soo, Head of the YU Semiconductor Specialization University Project (Professor of Physics), remarked, “With today’s ceremony, the Semiconductor Specialization University project is set to commence full-scale operations and will become a hub for next-generation semiconductor research and talent cultivation.” He added, “We will strive to ensure that the YU Semiconductor Device and Process Center establishes itself as a global center for research and education, extending beyond our region.”
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