Pusan National University Hosts the 2nd Annual Jaegyeong Pusan National University Alumni Night

About 200 Alumni and University Officials from Busan National University Metropolitan Area Attend at Merryer Hotel Seoul

University Development Awards, 80th Anniversary Vision Shared, Instant Donation of 111 Million KRW

President Choi Jaewon: "Alumni Are the Driving Force for Busan National University's Growth, We Will Walk the Path of Prestigious Busan National University Together"

Busan National University (President Choi Jae-won), which celebrated its 78th anniversary this year and has produced 270,000 alumni, held the “2nd Jaegyeong Busan National University Alumni Night” grandly on the evening of the 21st at the JW Marriott Hotel Seoul.

The “Jaegyeong Busan National University Alumni Night” event was organized for the second time this year following its inaugural event in 2022, aiming to build mutual networks with alumni active in the Seoul metropolitan area, foster a consensus on the university’s development, boost the pride of Jaegyeong alumni, and share the university’s progress.

The event was attended by about 200 alumni, including Busan National University President Choi Jae-won and other university officials, Kim Soo-eon, President of the Busan National University Jaegyeong General Alumni Association, Lee Jae-sul, President of the Hyowon Economic Association, members of the National Assembly such as Han Jung-ae who graduated from Busan National University, and various business leaders.

Busan National University is hosting the "2nd Jaegyeong Busan National University Alumni Night." Photo by Busan National University

The “2nd Jaegyeong Busan National University Alumni Night” proceeded with a congratulatory speech by the university president, a welcome address by the Jaegyeong General Alumni Association president, a presentation on the vision and commemorative projects for the 80th anniversary, performances, and a dinner. Especially, with the 80th anniversary approaching in 2026, it was a meaningful time to share the university’s long-term development plan and vision for strengthening competitiveness, as well as to promote the activation of alumni networks and communication.

Additionally, nine donors residing in the metropolitan area who contributed more than 10 million KRW to the development fund were invited to honor their valuable support for Busan National University’s advancement by presenting club certification plaques. The event also shared the university’s progress as it strives to become a world-class global university by strengthening networks with global universities, fostering outstanding talent, and enhancing research competitiveness.

The Busan National University Jaegyeong General Alumni Association and alumni reaffirmed their pride as graduates of a national flagship university and pledged to support the continuous development of their alma mater based on their accumulated experience and achievements in various fields. They especially agreed to continue their efforts in social contribution and nurturing future generations through diverse forms of sponsorship and cooperation.

Notably, at the event venue, 15 alumni including Kim Soo-eon, President of the Busan National University Jaegyeong General Alumni Association, spontaneously raised 111 million KRW for the development fund. Lee Jae-sul, President of the Hyowon Economic Association, presented the fund to President Choi Jae-won on behalf of the group, creating a warm and memorable moment.

In his welcoming speech, Busan National University President Choi Jae-won expressed gratitude, saying, “The foundation for our 78-year-old Busan National University to grow into the leading national flagship university representing the Southeast region and South Korea lies in the brilliant achievements and devoted efforts of our alumni.”

He continued, “Many talk about the crisis of regional universities, but Busan National University is different. As South Korea’s top national university, Busan National University can achieve it. In two years, in 2026, we will celebrate our 80th anniversary. With our alumni, we will walk the new and shining path of a prestigious Busan National University.”

Kim Soo-eon, President of the Jaegyeong General Alumni Association, said, “The Busan National University Jaegyeong Alumni Association has played a pivotal role and fulfilled its duties by actively participating in the development of our alma mater and the general alumni association activities. Taking this event as an opportunity, our alumni in Seoul and the metropolitan area and the Jaegyeong General Alumni Association will actively join ‘The PNU Way’ to build networks between the alma mater and alumni, continuing the 78-year history and tradition of our university and striving for great development over the next 100 years.”

Major attendees of Pusan National University's '2nd Reunion Night of Alumni in Seoul' are taking a commemorative photo. Photo by Pusan National University

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