Professor Lim Wuntaek of Keimyung University Appointed President of the Korean Sociological Association... "Actively Responding to Social Challenges"

Professor Im Wuntaek of the Department of Sociology at Keimyung University (President Shin Ilhee) was inaugurated as the 67th president of the Korean Sociological Association at the general meeting held at Seoul National University on the 20th. His term will last for one year starting from January 2025.

In his inaugural speech, Professor Im said, “I feel a heavy sense of responsibility in taking on the important role of president of the Korean Sociological Association during this turbulent time,” adding, “The Korean Sociological Association will play a central role in restoring the autonomy and resilience of society.”

Professor Im Wuntaek, Keimyung University

Professor Im mentioned the crisis in the labor society caused by AI in the era of low growth and the issue of climate change, emphasizing that sociology must actively respond to these social challenges. He expressed his ambition to present the major tasks of the post-growth era, including ‘community resilience,’ starting in 2025, and to seek solutions for them.

Founded in 1957, the Korean Sociological Association is the largest sociological academic organization in Korea, with over 1,200 doctoral-level members, and is the most prestigious association in the field of sociology. Through research presentations, academic projects, regular journal publications, and domestic and international exchanges, the association broadens the horizons of sociology and leads national social development and academic growth.

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