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Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) is accelerating its efforts to cultivate semiconductor specialists through its Semiconductor Specialized University Project Group. By building hands-on, industry-aligned education infrastructure and offering company-tailored curricula, YU is producing talent equipped to meet the demands of the semiconductor field. YU actively supports the government’s national policy to train semiconductor professionals in the era of AI and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The university has established practice-oriented education systems connected to local ICT industries, the future mobility sector, and the regional semiconductor-specialized zone. It is focusing on developing demand-responsive programs to strengthen Korea’s semiconductor competitiveness by training talent specialized in materials, components, equipment, devices, and fabrication processes. At the heart of this effort is the Center for Advanced Semiconductor Component Technology (CASCT), which provides access to an in-house fabrication (FAB) facility. Leveraging this infrastructure, YU offers specialized education on next-generation power semiconductors and sensor devices based on wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors and III-V compound semiconductors—technologies that outperform traditional silicon in functionality and performance for applications such as power semiconductors, sensors, and quantum devices. Furthermore, YU has adopted an industry-academia cooperation model in which companies actively participate in both curriculum development and program operation. This strengthens the foundation for producing work-ready graduates and reinforces the university’s collaborative ties with industry. To encourage broader student participation, YU implements a flexible, department-neutral recruitment process that enables students from a variety of majors to join the semiconductor training program. Currently, nine departments are involved in the initiative, with approximately 30 full-time faculty members dedicated to delivering expert instruction. Beginning with an annual output of 120 trained professionals in 2025, YU plans to expand the program to cultivate 200 graduates per year by 2027. In addition, the CASCT serves as the core of several semiconductor-related talent development and research initiatives, including the Regional University Revitalization Project, the Gyeongbuk Semiconductor Super-Gap Talent Development Project, the Gyeongsan Education Advancement Special Zone Project, and the National Research Foundation's Nano Material Technology Development Program. YU is playing a critical role in producing the skilled workforce needed by both the region and the nation. YU also takes on the role of a "Semiconductor Academy" for Gyeongbuk Province by providing semiconductor education to elementary, middle, and high school students, thereby promoting the spread of semiconductor education among future generations. President CHOI Oe-chool of Yeungnam University stated, “The key to success in the semiconductor industry lies in securing outstanding talent. YU will become a core hub for next-generation semiconductor research and education.” He added, “Building on this achievement, we will continue to expand our role as a university that cultivates top-tier professionals aligned with the needs of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the local industries.”
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Over 60 key administrators from the university, medical center, and research foundation gather to discuss development plans and organizational innovation Open discussions and networking strengthen collaboration in management, organization, and industry-academia cooperation University development plan shared; workshop concludes with special lecture by President CHOI Oe-chool [June 26, 2025] Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) held the 2025 YU Executive Workshop on June 24 at the Cheonma Art Center. Under the theme “We are One! – We are One Team for the Future,” the event brought together more than 60 administrators from the university headquarters, the Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, and Yeungnam University Medical Center. The workshop served as a platform for sharing university development strategies and fostering collaboration and innovation across organizational units. The workshop featured a keynote lecture by an external expert, presentations of development plans by key departments, and breakout sessions with group discussions followed by a results-sharing session. The morning session included a keynote lecture by CTO LEE Jin-won of HyperExcel on the topic “AI and University Innovation.” This was followed by development plan presentations from LEE Hee-Yong, Director of Planning and Coordination; KIM Jong-Soo, Director of the Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation; and SEO Wan-Seok, Director of Planning and Coordination at the medical center—each outlining their visions for the university, industry-academic collaboration, and healthcare sectors. In the breakout discussions, participants were divided into three groups—Educational Innovation, Administrative Innovation, and Industry-Academic/Research Innovation—each chaired by a vice president. The groups discussed current issues and proposed practical solutions. The sessions fostered open dialogue and led to actionable ideas, which were then shared in the afternoon session. <President CHOI Oe-chool delivers a keynote lecture at the 2025 YU Executive Workshop.> The workshop concluded with a keynote address by President CHOI Oe-chool, who shared his core leadership philosophy: “Driving innovation through policy consistency and securing the university’s sustainability.” He emphasized a results-driven approach to implementing strategic initiatives and laid out his vision for transformative progress. More than a simple strategy-sharing session, the event was recognized for breaking down silos between the university, its medical center, and its industry-academic foundation. It reinforced the importance of unity and integration. The day also included a campus and museum tour, a dinner reception, and a celebratory performance, all of which contributed to strengthening bonds among participants. In a particularly meaningful gesture before the main event, coffee trucks were dispatched to the Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation and the medical center to express appreciation for their dedicated service. This thoughtful pre-event shared the workshop’s spirit of “One Team” in advance, recognizing those who work tirelessly for the university and hospital. President CHOI stated, “This workshop marks a new beginning for the university headquarters, medical center, and industry-academic foundation as one unified team pursuing a common goal.” He continued, “Communication and collaboration among organizations are the most powerful driving forces behind university development. They enable us to build a culture of strong execution and flexible innovation.” He concluded, “Yeungnam University will continue to grow as a community where every member thrives together. We are committed to cultivating talent that not only contributes to elevating Korea to a refined and advanced society but also serves humanity on a global scale—founded on innovation, unity, and shared responsibility.”
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Structural insights into gibberellin signaling complex provide molecular basis for the “Green Revolution” Published in Molecular Plant, a top 0.5% journal in plant science (IF 24.1) [June 27, 2025] <Co-first authors Soyaab Islam (left) and PARK Geon-woong Park (right)> A research team led by Professor KIM Dong-young of the College of Pharmacy at Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) has elucidated the structural mechanism by which gibberellin induces the degradation of DELLA proteins. The team’s findings were published in the internationally renowned journal Molecular Plant (Impact Factor 24.1), which ranks in the top 0.5% in the field of plant science. DELLA proteins and Gibberellic acid (GAs) play a central role in regulating plant growth. DELLA proteins suppress plant growth by regulating gene activity, while gibberellins promote growth by inhibiting the function of DELLA proteins. Through this interaction, gibberellins and DELLA proteins together modulate plant growth. When gibberellin levels drop, DELLA activity increases, causing extreme dwarfism in plants. Conversely, suppressing DELLA activity can restore normal growth even in the absence of gibberellins. Thus, modulating the sensitivity of DELLA proteins to gibberellin can effectively control plant growth and maximize crop yields—laying the molecular foundation for a new “Green Revolution.” Although the gibberellin signaling pathway involving DELLA proteins has long been a central focus of plant biology, its precise molecular mechanism remained elusive. Professor KIM’s team employed cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to analyze the structure of the DELLA protein complex, revealing how gibberellin triggers plant growth at the molecular level. The team resolved the complex structure between the DELLA protein RGA (from the model plant Arabidopsis thaliana) and its associated gibberellin signaling proteins. Their analysis clarified how gibberellin binding leads to the inactivation and subsequent degradation of DELLA proteins. < (Left) Cryo-EM density map of the DELLA complex, (Center) atomic model structure, (Right) proposed model of stepwise stabilization and degradation of DELLA proteins by gibberellin. > Professor KIM explained, “This study demonstrates that stepwise stabilization of proteins induced by gibberellin acts as a signal for DELLA protein degradation. It also provides new structural insights into the functional mechanisms of DELLA proteins.” The research was led by co-first authors Soyaab Islam, a student in YU’s integrated master’s and Ph.D. program, and PARK Geon-woong, a Ph.D. student. The study was conducted in collaboration with Professor KWON Eun-joo of Gyeongsang National University. The cryo-EM analysis, a core component of the research, was made possible with the technical support of the private biotech company Baobab AiBIO. The findings were published online on June 19 in Molecular Plant, one of the world’s most prestigious journals in plant science. The study is expected to serve as foundational research for the development of high-efficiency crops and the advancement of sustainable agricultural technologies.
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Professor KIM’s research team develops ultra-compact memristor device with self-rectifying capability High-speed, low-power, high-precision operation marks breakthrough for neuromorphic AI semiconductor commercialization Published in the May 2025 issue of Advanced Functional Materials (IF 19.0) [July 3, 2025] <Large-scale array operation using an oxide memristor with self-rectifying properties> A research team led by Professor Minjae Kim of the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) has developed a next-generation neuromorphic electronic device capable of simultaneous data storage and computation—mimicking the human brain. The team’s research was published in the May 2025 issue of Advanced Functional Materials (Impact Factor 19.0), which ranks in the top 4.1% of journals in materials science. The ultra-compact electronic device developed by the team is a memristor— a type of component whose resistance changes in response to applied voltage. Memristors can store and process information simultaneously, making them key building blocks for next-generation AI systems. Conventional memristor crossbar arrays face significant limitations due to leakage currents that flow unintentionally, leading to reduced accuracy in data storage and processing. To address this, supplementary components such as transistors or selectors are typically added. In response, Professor KIM’s team developed a memristor device with self-rectifying properties that can autonomously control current flow. This device effectively suppresses leakage currents without requiring external circuits or auxiliary components, enabling reliable operation in highly integrated systems based on a single-device structure—without the need for additional transistors or selectors. Notably, the memristor developed by the team demonstrated stable, leakage-free performance even in a large-scale 32×32 crossbar array. It also allowed for precise control of multi-level resistance states, achieving both high accuracy and energy efficiency in AI training tasks such as digit and clothing image classification. This innovation is expected to be a turning point in enhancing the performance and practicality of AI semiconductors. Unlike conventional computers that separate memory and processors—resulting in high energy consumption and processing time—this memristor integrates both functions, significantly improving speed and energy efficiency. Furthermore, the device supports analog switching across multiple resistance states, surpassing the binary on/off model and dramatically increasing storage density per unit area. It holds strong potential for use in smartphones, wearable devices, autonomous vehicles, and other industrial applications. Professor KIM commented, “By creating an electronic device that responds to and processes information like the human brain, we have laid the groundwork for next-generation AI systems that can be applied across diverse fields, including medical AI, sensory-mimicking robots, and brain-inspired computing.” The study was published on May 24 in Advanced Functional Materials, a prestigious international journal in the field of materials science. The first author is KIM Dong-eun, a doctoral student at Yonsei University. The corresponding authors are Professor KIM Min-jae of YU, Professor LEE Hong-seop of Kyung Hee University, and Professor PARK Hyung-ho of Yonsei University. Looking ahead, the team plans to expand the array size to 128×64, further advancing toward practical AI system applications. They also aim to develop memristors on flexible substrates and diversify material design to better mimic the human brain’s neural functions, advancing the evolution of intelligent semiconductor technologies. Note: A crossbar array is a structure where vertical and horizontal electrodes intersect, with memristors placed at each junction—enabling high-density memory and processing capability in compact form.
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Saemaul Invitation Training Program requested by the UN WFP Guinea Office 18 participants including senior government officials, NGO workers, and WFP staff from Guinea From classroom lectures to field experience, strengthening rural development through Saemaul Undong [June 18, 2025] A training delegation from Guinea visited Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) to study Korea’s Saemaul Undong (New Village Movement). The program, titled the “2025 WFP Guinea Office Saemaul Invitation Training Program,” is hosted by YU’s Institute for International Development Cooperation (IIDC) and runs from June 11 to 20. The training program includes eight high-level Guinean government officials, such as the Director of Agriculture and Livestock in Boké Region, Director of Agricultural Operations, Gender and Social Inclusion Expert for the Commercial Agriculture Development Project, Director of Monitoring and Evaluation for the National School Feeding Program, and Deputy Director of the National Directorate of Family Health and Nutrition. In addition, three NGO representatives, three village leaders affiliated with the WFP Guinea Office, and four WFP staff members are participating—for a total of 18 participants. These individuals are key personnel in the “Zero Hunger Village (ZHV)” project and will receive training focused on the theories and implementation strategies of Saemaul Undong. As part of efforts to share Korea’s development experience, the World Food Programme (WFP) officially began adopting Saemaul Undong in 2011 as part of its Zero Hunger strategy. The model has since gained traction in multiple countries, including Guinea. At the 2024 Korea-Africa Summit, several African leaders expressed appreciation to the Korean government, noting that their youth had studied Saemaul Undong at the Park Chung Hee School of Policy and Saemaul (PSPS) and were now contributing to their home countries’ development. Korea and Guinea both began receiving WFP assistance in 1964. Within two decades, Korea graduated from WFP aid and became a model for self-reliant development with international support. Meanwhile, Guinea continues to work with global organizations and partners to pursue its development goals. The current training is receiving high praise for giving Guinean leaders and professionals the opportunity to directly experience Korea’s remarkable transformation. This is not the first collaboration between YU and Guinea’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. In July 2023, President CHOI Oe-chool met with Guinea’s Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Mamoudou Nagnalen Barry, during his visit to Korea for the K-Rice Belt Ministerial Conference. They discussed the importance of training Saemaul experts and agreed to deepen cooperation. In May of the same year, Minister Felix Lamah and his delegation signed an MOU with YU to foster Saemaul education and potentially establish a Saemaul Studies department at a Guinean university. With Guinea positioning Saemaul Undong at the core of its rural development strategy, this latest training represents a crucial step toward more concrete and practical cooperation. Notably, the training was initiated at the request of the WFP Guinea Office, thanks in large part to the efforts of Ms. SAVANE Kadijah, who graduated from PSPS in August 2023. After joining the WFP Guinea Office, she actively applied the knowledge and experience she had gained at YU to integrate Saemaul Undong practices into local initiatives. Through her continued dedication, she successfully secured World Bank funding, which made this training program a reality. This serves as a leading example of how Saemaul studies are producing tangible outcomes in international cooperation and development diplomacy. Guinea is also the starting point of Korea’s K-Rice Belt initiative, which aims to eradicate hunger in Africa by transferring Korean agricultural technologies and practices to countries that rely on rice imports. Compared to Guinea’s traditional rice farming methods, the adoption of Korean “Tongil” rice varieties and Saemaul principles has resulted in over 500% yield increases. This YU training is expected to empower Guinean agricultural officials with insights into Korea’s agricultural innovations and Saemaul philosophy, providing practical support for advancing the K-Rice Belt project and positively influencing agricultural policy reform in Guinea. <Guinean trainees participating in a rice planting activity.> The training program began on June 12 with a special lecture by President CHOI Oe-chool on the principles and strategies of Saemaul Undong. It covers a range of topics, including rural innovation, agricultural policy, rural finance, and food security. The program also includes field visits to YU’s campus and museum, the Saemaul Movement Memorial Park in Cheongdo (the birthplace of Saemaul Undong), the lunch service facilities at Seongam Elementary School in Gyeongsan, rice planting at the Southern Crop Division of the National Institute of Crop Science in Miryang, and a tour of the rice processing center in Sangju. Participants will also draft and present Action Plans tailored to Guinea’s context, with the aim of applying their learning to the local ZHV projects. Habib THIAM, Director of Agriculture and Livestock for Boké Region in Guinea, remarked, “Guinea possesses rich agricultural resources, but we haven’t been able to fully utilize them. This training is deeply meaningful, as it allows us to systematically learn the philosophy of Saemaul Undong and Korea’s development experience. President CHOI’s lecture, in particular, offered profound insights that moved me like a life lesson. Comparing what I’ve learned to Guinea’s reality has been eye-opening,” he said. “I will strive to improve agricultural policies in Guinea and contribute to regional development based on what I have learned here.” President CHOI Oe-chool stated, “Saemaul Undong has evolved beyond a local development model into a global poverty alleviation strategy. By systematizing Saemaul as an academic discipline, YU has continuously provided Saemaul development education and training to developing countries. I hope the participants will gain the capacity to lead change in Guinea through Korea’s development experiences and Saemaul philosophy. Our outstanding alumni, now working in international organizations, are becoming pioneers of educational diplomacy, enhancing Korea’s global reputation. YU will continue doing its utmost to cultivate such talented individuals.” YU’s IIDC, which oversees this program, provides short-term programs covering both the theory and practical implementation of Saemaul Undong for government officials and local leaders from developing countries. To date, over 3,400 participants from 50 countries have completed the program, which has made significant contributions to increasing household income and strengthening community capacity in partner countries.
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YU’s Records Manager KIM Tae-hoon receives Minister of the Interior and Safety Award at the 2025 Records Day ceremony Recognized for contributions to digital archives enhancing the public value and accessibility of university records YU’s Records Management Team leads efforts to build archives and promote a culture of records in higher education [June 13, 2025] <KIM Tae-hoon of Yeungnam University’s Records Management Team> KIM Tae-hoon (age 37) of Yeungnam University’s Records Management Team (President CHOI Oe-chool) received the Minister of the Interior and Safety Award at the “2025 Records Day” ceremony held at the Government Complex Seoul on June 9. The National Records Management Award is presented to individuals who have contributed to improving record management capabilities within public institutions and advancing archival culture. Mr. KIM was honored for his service of 6 years and 3 months with YU’s Records Management Team since 2019, during which he contributed to the collection, organization, preservation, and utilization of university records, promoting the dissemination of archival culture and advancing national records management. This award highlights the external recognition of YU’s systematic records management system and its efforts in building a robust archival infrastructure. While most awardees were affiliated with central government ministries, local governments, or public institutions, Mr. KIM was the only award recipient from a private university, garnering even greater attention. His recognition underscores YU’s exemplary leadership in university record management. YU’s Records Management Team has not only focused on preserving documents but also recognized records as valuable assets that reflect the university’s identity and values, systematically managing and utilizing them. The team has systematically managed and utilized records, capturing the university’s history and transformation through education, exhibitions, and digital content, thereby enhancing the public value and accessibility of records. Notable efforts include: ▲Organizing major historical records of the university ▲Expanding record collections through contests and public donations ▲Digitizing administrative and historical records and building a database ▲Advancing a digital-based archive system ▲Operating a COVID-19 disaster archive These initiatives have been recognized as meaningful outcomes that document the evolving story of both the university and the local community. Mr. KIM stated, “Records are not just a collection of information but essential assets that reflect the identity and values of a university. I’m grateful that our team's efforts have been recognized with such a meaningful award. I hope to continue contributing responsibly to the promotion of archival culture and the enhancement of record management.” Going forward, Yeungnam University plans to strengthen the foundation for precise management and use of administrative records on campus so that records can serve as living administrative assets and knowledge resources. The university also intends to continue expanding its leadership role in promoting archival culture and enhancing the public function of its university archives.
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Master’s student PARK Chae-hee from the Department of Chemical Engineering receives award Recognized for designing a microcapsule system for continuous enzymatic reactions Innovative research with wide applications in the biomedical field [June 10, 2025] <Graduate student PARK Chae-hee receives the Best Poster Presentation Award> PARK Chae-hee, a master’s student in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool), won the Best Poster Presentation Award at the 2025 Spring Conference of the Korean BioChip Society. Held from May 14 to 16 at the Yeosu Expo Convention Center, the conference brought together experts and researchers from various fields including biology, medicine, and engineering to share the latest technologies and research in biochips. The annual conference provides young researchers with a valuable opportunity to present their work and engage in academic exchange. PARK Chae-hee received high acclaim for her research titled “Biomimetic Microcapsule System for Efficient Multistep Enzymatic Reactions.” Her work focused on the design of sophisticated microcapsules using microfluidic technology to facilitate sequential enzymatic reactions. The system organizes multiple enzymes within a single capsule in a spatially structured manner, enabling rapid and efficient cascade reactions. The judges particularly praised the precise control over the physical and chemical properties of the capsules and the strategic placement of enzymes, noting the research’s potential for broad applications in the biomedical field, including drug delivery systems and in vivo drug synthesis. PARK stated, “Although I faced many challenges during the research, I was able to achieve meaningful results thanks to the guidance of my professor and the support and encouragement of my lab colleagues. I hope to continue pursuing impactful research in this field.” Her advisor, Professor CHOI Chang-hyeong, added, “PARK Chae-hee has conducted in-depth research based on consistent experimentation and analysis throughout her master’s program. This award is a testament to her dedication and passion, and I expect even greater achievements in the future. I will continue to support students in conducting creative research and building their competitiveness in the global academic community.”
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PSPS international students participate in the Gyeongsan Jain Danoje Festival Experience of traditional culture such as rinsing hair with changpo water offers insight into Dano’s meaning [June 4, 2025] International students at Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) had a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in Korean culture. On May 31, more than 50 international students enrolled in Yeungnam University’s Park Chung Hee School of Policy and Saemaul (PSPS) participated in the 2025 Gyeongsan Jain Dano Festival, held at Gyejeong Forest in Jain-myeon, Gyeongsan City. They joined in a variety of traditional cultural activities as part of the event. One of the highlights for the students was participating in the symbolic Dano custom of rinsing hair with changpo (sweet flag) water. This ritual, traditionally associated with wishes for health and protection from misfortune, provided students with hands-on experience of Korea’s cultural heritage. Amid the gentle scent of changpo in the forest, the students engaged with both the tradition and local citizens, sharing in the festive atmosphere. Dano, celebrated on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, is a traditional holiday rooted in Korea’s agrarian past. It marks the completion of rice planting and includes wishes for a plentiful harvest, good health, and protection from the summer heat. Alongside the hair-rinsing ritual, students explored various cultural booths and learned about the wisdom embedded in Korea’s traditional lifestyle Margarita Yanes Villoria Villegas, a student from Colombia at PSPS, shared her thoughts: “It was amazing to experience firsthand the Korean holiday traditions that I had only read about in books. Experiencing traditional Korean culture, laughing with friends, and interacting with local citizens made today’s memory a truly special part of my life and studies in Korea.” President CHOI Oe-chool remarked, “It is deeply meaningful that international students were able to understand Korean history and culture by participating in the Dano Festival and forming warm connections with the local community. YU will continue to nurture global talents who contribute to humanity by providing practical education that bridges our region with the world.”
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YU Extends the Spirit of the Daedong Festival through Volunteer Service Faculty, Staff, and Student Council Join Forces for Campus Cleanup [May 30, 2025] Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) conducted a campus cleanup immediately following its annual Daedong Festival. On the morning of May 29 at 7:30 AM, the university held a campus and main gate area cleaning activity as part of the “2025 Social Contribution Day.” Organized by the YU Social Contribution Group, the initiative gave a meaningful closure to the festivities. Over 200 university members took part in the cleanup, including faculty and staff from the YU Social Contribution Group, student volunteer teams, the Student Council, international students, and dormitory residents. Starting from Cheonma-ro in front of the clock tower, participants were divided into three teams covering the main gate, soccer field, and the vicinity of YU Station outside the campus. They used eco-friendly items such as vests, cleaning tongs, biodegradable trash bags, and gloves, contributing to the realization of ESG values. This initiative stems from a small act of voluntary campus cleaning by then-Professor CHOI Oe-chool (now president) over a decade ago, which gradually spread and is now systematically operated by the YU Social Contribution Group as part of the “Social Contribution Day” program. It is praised not only as an environmental effort but also as an embodiment of YU’s community spirit, social responsibility, and a positive shift in festival culture. The activity lasted about an hour, beginning at 7:30 AM. It went beyond simple cleanup work, serving as a valuable opportunity to foster community awareness and remind participants of their responsibility toward the environment. In particular, this year’s effort continued the energy of the Daedong Festival through volunteerism, strengthening solidarity and a sense of unity among campus members. The YU Social Contribution Group plans to expand its initiatives for sustainable community service and environmental protection. President CHOI Oe-chool of Yeungnam University remarked, “Seeing everyone voluntarily come together to clean the campus the morning after the festival is a symbolic scene that reflects YU’s dignity and the maturity of our students. It moves me deeply compared to the past.” He added, “YU will continue to nurture talent that contributes to society with warm hearts and professional knowledge, fulfilling our role as a university that breathes with the local community and practices social responsibility.”
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Forum Held at YU Cheonma Art Center on May 30, Attended by Senior Scholars and Experts Two Decades of Dokdo Research Reviewed Under the Theme “Retrospect and Prospect of Korea’s Dokdo Studies” Discussion on Korea-Japan Maritime Boundary Issues and Dokdo Education — Anticipated Policy Impact [June 2, 2025] Yeungnam University (President CHOI Oe-chool) held a scholarly forum to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the founding of its Dokdo Research Institute, under the theme “Retrospect and Prospect of Korea’s Dokdo Studies.” The forum took place on May 30 at the Lee Si-won Global Convention Hall of the Cheonma Art Center on the YU campus. It was organized to reflect on the development of Dokdo research in Korea and explore future research directions and solutions to ongoing Korea-Japan conflicts. Hosted by the YU Dokdo Research Institute with support from the Ministry of Education, the National Research Foundation of Korea, and North Gyeongsang Province, the event was attended by over 100 participants, including scholars, policy experts, and university members. The forum provided an in-depth academic and policy-oriented discussion on Dokdo-related issues. In the first session, Professor Emeritus KIM Byung-ryul of the Korea National Defense University delivered a keynote address titled “Retrospect and Prospect of Korea’s Dokdo Studies.” He examined the trajectory of Dokdo research since Korea’s liberation, outlining the Korea-Japan maritime boundary dispute and legal issues under international law, while presenting potential response strategies. In the second session, a panel discussion was led by Professor CHOI Jae-mok, Director of the YU Dokdo Research Institute. Presenters included Professor Emeritus MOON Cheol-young of Dankook University, Professor Emeritus SON Seung-chul of Kangwon National University, Dr. LEE Sang-tae, President of the Korean Association of Territory Studies, and Professor Emeritus LEE Seok-yong of Hannam University. They examined the current state of Dokdo research through various lenses including history, geography, island policy, and international law. The session featured an in-depth dialogue on interdisciplinary research and strengthening effective sovereignty over Dokdo. Professor CHOI Jae-mok stated, “For the past 20 years, the Dokdo Research Institute has led research and education efforts on Dokdo, serving as a think tank for Korea’s Dokdo policy. Through academic forums, publication of the Dokdo Research Series, and exhibitions, we have worked to raise public awareness of Dokdo.” He added, “This forum will help realign the direction of Dokdo research and further our efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the Dokdo issue and the formation of a national consensus.” President CHOI Oe-chool of YU delivered congratulatory remarks via video message, saying, “Since its founding, YU has laid a solid academic foundation for Dokdo research. We will continue to support scientific and interdisciplinary approaches to raise global and future generational awareness of Dokdo’s significance. I hope this forum marks a new turning point in Dokdo research.” Meanwhile, the YU Dokdo Research Institute, established in 2005 as Korea’s first dedicated institute for Dokdo studies, has played a central role in research, education, and outreach on Dokdo for the past two decades. It has hosted over 120 academic conferences, 100 seminars, and numerous special lectures and exhibitions. In 2007, it was designated as a Ministry of Education policy-focused research institute, and many of its research outcomes have been reflected in government policies by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Education, bridging the gap between academia and policy.
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