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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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YUSAE Student Auto Club Takes Gold in Formula Division Cheonma DM Team Earns Silver in Formula EV Division, Demonstrating Exceptional Skill Students Design and Build Cars Using Classroom Knowledge [October 30, 2024] <YU’s student auto club members who excelled in the 2024 Student Formula Competition> Students from YU’s student auto club showcased their talent by winning two major awards at the 2024 Student Formula Competition. The spotlight was on YU’s student auto clubs ‘YUSAE’ (mentored by Professors JUNG Young-hoon and KANG Seok-won from the School of Future Automotive Engineering) and ‘Cheonma DM’ (mentored by Professor YOO Gi-soo from the School of Mechanical Engineering). The YUSAE team clinched the gold in the Formula Division, while the Cheonma DM team took silver in the Formula EV Division, validating their skills honed through rigorous preparation. < YU’s YUSAE team’s Formula car racing on the track> Jointly organized by the Korean Society of Automotive Engineers and the Korea Automotive Technology Institute, the competition took place over three days from September 27 to 29 at the E-Mobility Research Center in Yeonggwang, Jeollanam-do. Now in its 18th year since its 2007 launch, this year’s event saw participation from 54 teams representing 40 universities across Korea and two international universities, all competing with vehicles they designed and built themselves. In the Formula Division, teams advanced through vehicle and safety inspections (covering noise, rain, brake, and tilt tests), and were evaluated in acceleration, skid pad, autocross-gymkhana, and endurance racing. YU’s YUSAE and Cheonma DM teams continue to distinguish themselves in the student automotive arena, having achieved top honors in previous competitions, including the International Student Formula Competition hosted at YU. <Team YUSAE (left), winner of the gold medal in the Formula category, and Team Cheonma DM (right), winner of the silver medal in the Formula EV category> YUSAE team leader LEE Jae-hyun (4th-year, School of Future Automotive Engineering) expressed his excitement, stating, “Although the preparation period was challenging, I am thrilled to have competed against other university teams with a car we designed and built from scratch based on our classroom learning. We’ll aim to create an even better vehicle to achieve great results in next year’s competition.” Professor JUNG Young-hoon from YU’s School of Future Automotive Engineering remarked, “The students gained invaluable experience from designing to manufacturing their own car and driving it on the track. Competing in the event helped them apply theoretical knowledge practically, a significant experience that will serve them well in their careers.”
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YU President CHOI Oe-chool Pledges Saemaul Studies Partnership with Addis Ababa University Ethiopian Deputy Minister of Education Recommends Expanding Saemaul Studies to Additional Universities Federal Civil Service Commissioner of Ethiopia Invites President CHOI Oe-chool to Civil Service Innovation Workshop Contributing to Korean National Image and Global Trust in Korean Products Through Public Diplomacy [November 1, 2024] <MOU Signing Ceremony with Addis Ababa University (YU President CHOI Oe-chool on the right)> YU President Choi Oe-chool recently visited Ethiopia and signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Addis Ababa University (President Samuel), solidifying a commitment to share insights from Korea’s Saemaul Undong (New Village Movement) for rural development. The partnership aims to cultivate Saemaul experts in Ethiopia through higher education by sharing the principles, key factors of success, and values behind Korea’s transformative movement. The signing ceremony was attended by the Counselor of the Korean Embassy in Ethiopia, who expressed support for the collaboration's progress. As part of the MOU, YU will work with Addis Ababa University’s College of Development to establish a Saemaul Studies program, alongside a Saemaul Movement Center to conduct research and training focused on local adaptation of Saemaul principles. President CHOI stated, “Ethiopia is a ‘brother nation’ that sacrificed for Korea’s freedom over 70 years ago, and I believe that Koreans hold a historic responsibility to give back. Through academic exchange of Saemaul Undong, YU is striving to fulfill this duty. The fact that Haile Selassie, Emperor of Ethiopia and the founder of Addis Ababa University, deployed his elite Imperial Guard during the Korean War makes today’s signing even more meaningful.” <From left, President CHOI Oe-chool with Deputy Minister of Education, Kora Tushune Godana> < YU Delegation with Deputy Minister Kora Tushune Godana of Ethiopia’s Ministry of Education> The Ethiopian government, recognizing YU’s efforts, has pledged strong support for this collaboration. During an October 14 meeting with YU President CHOI, Deputy Minister of Education Kora Tushune Godana stated, “The success of the Saemaul Movement lies in transforming mindsets, which aligns well with our goals for higher education reform in Ethiopia. I hope YU can extend Saemaul training to other key universities that we will recommend.” <From left, President CHOI with Commissioner Mecuria Haile of the Federal Civil Service Commission> <Commissioner Mecuria Haile meets with President CHOI to discuss sharing Saemaul Undong principles.> Earlier, on the morning of October 14, Mecuria Haile, Commissioner of the Ethiopian Federal Civil Service Commission, met with President CHOI to request Saemaul Undong insights for public service innovation. A KAIST-educated scholar and chairman of the Korea-Ethiopia Friendship Association, Commissioner Haile expressed his ongoing commitment to promoting Saemaul ideals in Ethiopia, recalling a promise he made upon his return to Ethiopia after completing his studies in Korea. “I am currently responsible for innovating the civil service at both central and local levels. I would like to invite you to an upcoming civil service innovation workshop to share the core principles and spirit of Saemaul with our officials,” he said, adding that Ethiopia’s government would fully cover the associated costs. In response to these requests, President CHOI stated, “I understand that YU’s Institute for International Development Cooperation (IIDC) is set to conduct a training program for senior Ethiopian officials and university leaders at the end of October. We will make every effort to share YU’s Saemaul experiences with sincerity.” He went on to explain the key factors behind the success of Saemaul Undong, as well as the challenges, and provided specific insights on talent development and utilization. YU has led efforts to share Saemaul Studies internationally, establishing a Department of Saemaul Economic Development at Enderun College in the Philippines in 2015, followed by similar programs at Western University in Cambodia and Samarkand State University in Uzbekistan. Starting this September, YU also launched a Sustainable Saemaul Forestry Studies program at Werabe University in Ethiopia. Moreover, YU has recently received requests from more than ten countries, including Cambodia’s Royal University and Guinea’s National University, to support the establishment of Saemaul Studies departments and research centers. YU’s commitment to promoting Saemaul Studies globally is expected to enhance Korea’s international image and strengthen trust in Korean products as part of public diplomacy efforts.
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Jump of 169 Places in Global Rankings Among 2,250 Universities Worldwide Recognized by Prestigious Global Ranking Agencies for Research Impact and International Collaboration Increased Performance in Citation Impact, Papers per Citation, and International Co-authored Papers [October 14, 2024] University Korea Rank Asia Rank World Rank Seoul National Univ. 1 23 135 YU Univ. 2 42 205 Sejong Univ. 3 50 241 Sungkyunkwan Univ. 4 58 275 KAIST 5 65 296 Korea Univ. 6 67 300 POSTECH 7 92 385 UNIST 8 94 391 Hanyang Univ. 9 105 445 Kyunghee Univ. 10 128 516 Kyungpook National Univ. 11 199 698 Pusan National Univ. 12 205 718 YU 13 216 743 Univ. of Ulsan 14 216 743 Dongguk Univ. 15 281 900 Ewha Womans Univ. 16 282 902 Univ. of Seoul 17 283 913 Chonbuk National Univ. 18 288 921 Chonnam National Univ. 19 297 946 Chung-Ang Univ. 20 334 1049 <2024 Global University Rankings by U.S. News & World Report> Yeungnam University (President Choi Oe-chool) has risen to 13th place in Korea according to the 2024-2025 Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report, a significant jump from last year's 18th place. U.S. News & World Report, an American weekly known for its education, politics, and economics coverage, has been evaluating U.S. universities since 1983 and began global university rankings in 2014. Recently, the 'U.S. News & World Report' announced the rankings of universities worldwide up to 2,250th place. YU surged 5 places in the national rankings to 13th, with a notable climb to 216th in Asia and 743rd globally (compared to 2022’s 18th in Korea, 244th in Asia, and 912th globally). The U.S. News & World Report university rankings evaluate 13 categories, including research reputation, the number of publications, citations per paper, the percentage of highly cited papers, and the number of internationally co-authored publications. YU showed outstanding improvement in several indicators: it climbed 184 spots globally to rank 86th in international collaboration, rose 395 places in the proportion of papers in the top 10% of citations, advanced 128 places in citations per paper, and improved by 28 spots in the number of publications. Earlier, in the 2024 Leiden Ranking, YU made its first entry into the top 5 nationwide, with notable success in the Mathematics & Computer Science field, where it ranked 1st in Korea (131st globally, 39th in Asia) for the 10th consecutive year, demonstrating world-class research capabilities. Particularly noteworthy is YU's remarkable rise in the field of Life and Earth Sciences, achieving 365th globally, 72nd in Asia, and 2nd in Korea (compared to last year's 839th globally, 251st in Asia, and 9th in Korea), astonishing the academic community. Additionally, the Natural Sciences and Engineering field also improved from 17th to 11th place, further acknowledging YU's research excellence. Leiden Ranking evaluates ranking of world universities based on qualitative levels of theses to show research power. President CHOI Oe-chool of YU commented, "The continued recognition of Yeungnam University's education and research standards by globally respected university ranking agencies highlights our capabilities and global competitiveness. We will continue to support the pursuit of world-class education and research in all academic fields."
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On the 7th and 8th, cell culture and cultivated meat experts gathered at YU to share the latest technologies and industrialization trends. Under the theme of "Latest Trends in Cell Culture Technology and Applied Industries," major companies showed great interest with 'participation from 100 companies.' A total of around 1,000 participants from academia, industry, government, and local municipalities attended the 'largest cultivated meat symposium in Korea.' [October 8, 2024] Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) successfully concluded the "2024 International Symposium on Cell Culture," the largest symposium of its kind in Korea, focusing on cell culture and cultured meat. The symposium was co-organized by YU’s Institute for Cell Culture (Director: Prof. CHOI In-ho, Department of Medical Biotechnology), the Korean Society of Food and Nutrition Science, and the Korean Society of Food Hygiene and Safety, and was supported by Gyeongsangbuk-do and Uiseong-gun. The event drew over 1,000 participants, including representatives from 41 universities, 31 government agencies and institutions, and more than 100 companies. <Prof. CHOI In-ho, Director of YU’s Institute for Cell Culture, delivering an opening speech.> <YU’s Vice President for Industry-Academia Cooperation, LEE Kyung-soo, giving a congratulatory speech.> Held under the theme “Trends in Advanced Cell Culture Technologies and Industrial Applications,” the symposium attracted over 200 industry professionals from 100 leading companies, including Samsung Bioepis, Celltrion, Hanwha Solutions, Lotte Chemical, SK Bioscience, Daesang, CJ, Ottogi, Sempio Foods, Pulmuone, and Ildong Foodis, demonstrating significant interest from the industry. The symposium featured three key sessions: ▲Cutting-edge Theories and Technologies in Cell Culture, ▲Research and Industry Trends in Cultured Meat, and ▲Industrialization Strategies for Natural Products: Merging In Silico Technologies with Cell Culture. On the first day (October 7), KO Han-seung, President of the Korea Bio Association, delivered the keynote lecture on “The Importance of Cell Culture Technology and the Need for Regional Infrastructure Development.” Following the keynote, there were presentations and discussions on topics such as ▲Methods for Structuring Cultured Meat ▲The Current Status and Future of Organoid Technology Commercialization ▲Developing Pharmaceutical and Functional Food Materials for Treating Chronic Inflammatory Diseases Using Natural Products. On the second day (October 8), Bruce Friedrich, President of The Good Food Institute, a global nonprofit organization, gave a keynote lecture titled “The Next Agricultural Revolution,” which explored sustainable food production through biotechnology. Further sessions followed, covering topics like ▲Developing Bio-technology for Sustainable Future Food Production ▲Cell Culture Processes for Producing High-Quality Antibody Pharmaceuticals ▲Accelerating New Drug Development Using Artificial Intelligence. A cultured meat-tasting event, held at the Cheonma Art Center Grand Hall lobby, also garnered considerable attention. Attendees sampled cultured meat made from chicken muscle stem cells, a project co-hosted by Prof. CHOI In-ho and Prof. HUH Sun-jin from Chung-Ang University, who is conducting joint research with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs’ High-Value Food Technology Development Project. <Participants show great interest in the cultured meat tasting event, where chicken muscle stem cell-derived meat was showcased at the Cell Culture International Symposium.> Traditionally, the "meat" humans consume consists primarily of skeletal muscle attached to bones. The flavor of meat is determined not only by the muscle itself but also by the surrounding tissues, including fat, blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues. Recently, the use of cell culture technology combined with muscle stem cells to produce so-called "cultured meat" has sparked significant interest from both the industry and academia, as well as governmental organizations around the world. The key to cultured meat production lies in how effectively muscle stem cells can be cultured to replicate the structure of real meat. Prof. CHOI In-ho (Department of Medical Biotechnology), a leading authority in muscle stem cells and cell culture, has been at the forefront of YU’s Institute for Cell Culture since its establishment in 2017. Prof. CHOI began conceptualizing the "Cell Culture Industrialization Hub Center" project in 2014 with support from Gyeongsangbuk-do and Uiseong-gun. The institute, officially opened in 2017, came into being through the combined efforts of several YU professors who had participated in the project. YU’s Institute for Cell Culture has been recognized for its achievements in research and collaboration with local governments and industries. Since 2020, the institute has been selected for three major government-funded projects: the Ministry of Education’s "University Key Research Institute Support Program in Science and Engineering," the "K-U City Project Pilot Program" in 2023, and the "In Silico Commercialization Infrastructure Project" in 2024. The institute has also played a pivotal role in establishing the Gyeongbuk Cell Culture Industry Support Center in Uiseong-gun, where a branch of YU’s Institute for Cell Culture is located. This center supports research and development in in silico technologies and trains specialized personnel for the cell culture industry. These efforts have positioned YU’s Institute for Cell Culture as a model university-affiliated research center. The academic and industrial communities' heightened interest in YU’s cultured meat symposium underscores the university's leadership in the field. Prof. CHOI In-ho, who organized the symposium, remarked, “Experts from around the world presented on a variety of topics related to cell culture, and the participation of over 100 industry professionals reflects the high level of interest in this field. With national investment and collaboration among academia, industry, government, and research institutions, we hope to further enhance our technological capabilities in cell culture. I believe this international symposium will play a crucial role in positioning Korea as a global leader in the cell culture field.”
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