Gachon University Celebrates 85th Anniversary on the 8th... President Igil-yeo Aims for Global Only One University

Gichul Lee, President of Gachon University, is delivering a congratulatory speech on the 85th anniversary of the university on the 8th.

On the 8th, Gachon University held the 85th Founding Anniversary Ceremony at Gachon Hall, attended by President Gil-yeo Lee, Senior Vice President Mi-ri Choi, faculty, staff, and about 300 students.

At the ceremony, 12 individuals, including Professor Ho-cheon Yoo from the Department of Semiconductor and Electronic Engineering, received the Gachon Academic Award for their contributions to publishing excellent papers in domestic and international academic journals and nurturing future scholars. Additionally, 73 people, including Professor Chan-ho Park from the Department of Chemical Engineering, Life Science, and Battery Engineering, were awarded the Excellent Educator Award. Furthermore, 18 individuals, including Professor Jae-eon Yoo from the Department of Social Welfare, received the President's Special Award.

Seventy-nine faculty and staff members, including Professor Gui-seo Hwang from the Department of Korean Medicine, were honored with the Long-term Service Award. Commendations were also given to 10 departments with outstanding employment rates and 13 excellent field practice instructors. Moreover, awards were presented to outstanding administrative departments and exemplary employees.

In his congratulatory speech, Gachon University President Gil-yeo Lee stated, "We have never hesitated in experiments and challenges that look toward the future, and we have had no fear or hesitation in treading paths no one has taken before." He introduced that the university has pioneered advanced departments such as the country's first Startup College, artificial intelligence, battery, and system semiconductor fields, and has also established a dedicated semiconductor college.

He continued, "The most dangerous thing for an airplane flying high in the sky is losing speed and stalling. After great efforts, we have reached cruising altitude, and by accelerating continuous reform and innovation, let us strive even harder to make Gachon University bear fruit as a ‘Global Only One University’ beyond being one of the top 10 private universities in Korea."

On the same day, Gachon University held the ‘One Heart Water Festival’ at the main stadium starting at noon. During the festival, Gachon students enjoyed a water gun play water festival using water balloons and water guns along with an EDM (Electronic Dance Music) party.

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