Professor Kim Sungkon of University of Seoul Receives Prime Minister's Commendation at the 27th Korea Design Awards

The University of Seoul announced on the 21st that Professor Kim Sungkon from the Department of Design received the Prime Minister's Commendation at the '27th Korea Design Awards 2025' ceremony held at COEX on the 12th. The event was co-hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Korea Institute of Design Promotion.

Winners of the '27th Korea Design Awards 2025' are taking a commemorative photo. University of Seoul

The Korea Design Awards, which have been held annually since 1999, are government awards in the field of design that recognize individuals and organizations who have contributed to enhancing industrial competitiveness and the quality of life for citizens through design. This year, following document screening, presentations, and merit evaluations, a total of 22 individuals, 8 organizations, and 4 professional companies were selected as final awardees.

Professor Kim Sungkon received the Prime Minister's Commendation in the Design Achievement category. He has made significant contributions to the advancement of design education and research over a long period, consistently achieving results in various areas such as cultivating professional design talent, establishing academic foundations, and strengthening the local design ecosystem. In particular, he was highly recognized for strengthening connections with the public and industrial sectors.

This award has become an opportunity for the Department of Design at the University of Seoul to be nationally recognized for its educational and research capabilities. The department is expected to continue its role in nurturing design talent and contributing to industrial development in the future.

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