Pohang University Invited Professor Kim Junhong Donates 5 Million Won Scholarship to Pohang City for Nurturing Future Scholars

Professor Kim Junhong (right), who donated 5 million won in scholarship funds for talent development to Pohang City.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Dongguk Lee] Professor Kim Junhong, invited professor at Pohang University, donated 5 million won in scholarship funds for talent development to Pohang City.

The scholarship fund was collected from broadcasting appearances and special lecture fees, adding significance by entrusting it as a scholarship for local students.

Since joining Pohang University in 1989, Professor Kim Junhong has been dedicated to nurturing students. In addition to his university duties, he is active in various fields including Director of the Gyeongbuk Policy Research Institute, Chairman of the Gyeongbuk Public Project Selection Committee, Advisory Professor at the Bank of Korea Pohang Branch, Outside Director of Pohang MBC, and Policy Advisory Professor for the National Council of City and Provincial Chairpersons.

Professor Kim said, “I have learned and gained a lot while teaching my students at the podium. I wanted to help students who are having a more difficult academic life than ever due to the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic,” and added, “I hope this scholarship will serve as a stepping stone for them to grow into talents who play important roles in society.”

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