President Jeong Tae-ju Inaugurated at Andong National University... "Let's Leap Forward as a Prestigious National University"

On the 1st at 2 p.m., Andong National University held the inauguration ceremony of its 9th President, Jeong Tae-ju, at the International Exchange Hall on campus.

In his inaugural speech, President Jeong Tae-ju stated, “Today, regional universities face an existential crisis and fierce survival competition due to the rapid decline in the school-age population and the changing educational environment,” and added, “I would like to thank former President Kwon Soon-tae for his utmost efforts toward the glocal preliminary designation despite difficult circumstances, and I pay tribute to the hard work of all members of the Andong National University family who worked together.”

President Jeong Tae-ju of Andong National University during the inauguration ceremony

President Jeong explained the future and direction of Andong National University, focusing on the university’s core task and current issue of aiming for the final selection of ‘Glocal University 30.’ To achieve the vision of becoming a ‘public integrated national university centered on K-humanities leading the development of Gyeongbuk,’ he outlined the main tasks as ‘integration with Gyeongbuk Provincial College,’ ‘cooperation with Gyeongbuk affiliated institutions,’ and ‘university innovation.’

Additionally, as key initiatives, he emphasized ‘a new naming contest for the integrated university with Gyeongbuk Provincial College,’ ‘100% guarantee of students’ learning choice rights,’ and ‘establishment of a national medical school,’ expressing his determination to “make every effort to advance as a national university hub in Gyeongbuk.”

At the event, Professor Kim Do-yeon, President Jeong’s mentor and advisor, delivered a congratulatory speech, adding significance to the occasion. Professor Kim served as the Deputy Prime Minister of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Chair of the National Science and Technology Commission, and President of Pohang University of Science and Technology.

Marking its 76th anniversary this year, Andong National University has begun a vigorous stride toward becoming a prestigious national university that the nation, region, and university members can all be proud of, with the inauguration of President Jeong Tae-ju as a turning point.

President Jeong graduated from Seoul National University and joined Andong National University as a professor in 2002. He has served as Director of Planning, Head of the Regional Innovation Project Group, Director of the Startup Support Center, and Chair of the National Council of Planning Directors of Regional National Universities. President Jeong’s term will last four years until June 30, 2027.

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