Gyeongsang National University Holds Opening Ceremony and Presents Direction for University Development

Jinju Gyeongsang National University Gajwa Campus.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Choi Soon-kyung] Gyeongsang National University held its 2023 opening ceremony at 10 a.m. on the 2nd at the GNU Convention Center Auditorium on the Gajwa Campus, presenting the direction for university development and pledging to work together.

The opening ceremony proceeded in the order of opening remarks, national anthem, president's New Year's address, awards ceremony, closing remarks, and commemorative photo session. During the awards ceremony, the university presented the 2022 second half government awards, the president's awards for outstanding departments (work improvement, proactive administration, encouragement, excellent record management), and special president's awards (internal and external).

President Kwon Soon-ki said in his New Year's address, "The year 2023, welcomed with new expectations and hopes, will bring many changes to our university," adding, "With the inauguration of the new government and the appointment of the Deputy Minister of Education, reformative changes in higher education policies are anticipated, and as Gyeongsang National University marks the third anniversary of its integration, further innovation is necessary."

President Kwon urged the university to always pay attention to newly introduced higher education-related policies, laws, and systems from the National Assembly and government, as well as policy changes from local governments, and to reform internal systems and structures proactively to respond effectively.

He also emphasized strengthening university competitiveness through practical and chemical integration such as campus relocation, second-phase integration, and structural reform, and encouraged enhancing communication and cooperation among members so that diverse voices for university development can be harmonized like a chorus.

Furthermore, he stressed three key points: to concretely realize sustainable development, ESG management, and carbon neutrality, and to spread these efforts to the local and international communities, thereby fulfilling the responsibilities as a national flagship university.

President Kwon Soon-ki said, "2023 is the Year of the Rabbit. The rabbit is a very wise animal," and added, "I hope every member of our university family discovers a sparkling piece of wisdom this year for themselves, their families, the local community, and the university, and applies it appropriately. I wish everyone good health and success in your research and work, catching the two rabbits of health and all-around success."

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