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On October 15th, Ajou University President Hyung Ju Park introduced changing trends in global higher education at the University Exchanges & Networking Seminar, which was held in and hosted by the Embassy of Canada to Korea to arrange exchanges and cooperation between universities in Canada's Saskatchewan Province and their Korean counterparts. The event was attended by the Canadian Ambassador to Korea and the Premier of Saskatchewan Province, etc.In his presentation titled "Higher Education at a Crossroad," President Park explained several global education trends and the current status of Korean universities. As an example, he cited Switzerland’s EPFL, which offers MOOC-based lectures.He explained "Korean universities are prioritizing ‘Learning by Doing’ and Ajou University's Paran Semester is one such program."The Seminar aims to promote cooperation and student exchanges between Canadian educational institutions and those in other countries. Participants included the presidents of the University of Regina, Saskatchewan Polytechnic, and the University of Saskatchewan from Canada and the presidents of Konkuk University, Kookmin University, Sejong University, and Yonsei University, etc., from South Korea.Ajou University signed an MOU on cooperation and student exchanges with the University of Regina and discussed expanding the number of exchange students in the future.
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Ajou University's Department of Architecture unveiled its remodeled design studio and laboratory.The event to open the remodeled design studio and laboratory was held on October 17th at the Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation, with President Hyung Ju Park and other officials participating from the University. The participants toured the modernized facilities and observed demonstrations by robotic machines and a lecture provided in a classroom capable of measuring fine dust levels.The remodeled studio will allow students of the Department of Architecture to engage in 'activity-based learning,' in which they can get hands-on practice and apply theories.The renovation, which was carried out from August to September, is part of efforts to improve the educational environment. It used the University Development and LINC+ Project funds to remodel 18 studios on the third floor and build two interactive lab systems on the eighth floor in the Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation Building. In addition, inner building walls were painted, ceiling materials were replaced, and LED lighting and system air-conditioning were installed along with new PCs and educational software being purchased.President Park said, "Activity-based learning is one of the global educational trends of our times," adding, "Students of the Department of Architecture will be able to further develop their abilities by utilizing the new facilities and receive various trainings."He went on to say, "The University is planning to offer subjects that are in line with activity-based learning and provide necessary support with renovated facilities and equipment," adding, "I think that the Department of Architecture has established a successful model in that regard, which is a great first step."
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Ajou University and KFB kicked off the 3rd Cambodian Financial Staff Program.On October 15th, Ajou University and KFB (Korea Federation of Banks) announced that they held an entrance ceremony on the 14th for the 2019 Ajou-KFB Cambodian Financial Staff Program.The Program provides short-term training based on an agreement signed in 2017 between Ajou and KFB to provide scholarship funds to produce local staff members for Korean financial institutions operating in Cambodia. Through the Program, Ajou University is helping Korean banks expand their presence in Cambodia and hire talented new employees, and is contributing to Cambodia's fight against poverty and its economic development.Fifteen participants will gain knowledge in finance during the first nine weeks of the six-month program at Ajou University's Graduate School of International Studies and work as interns for the next three months at Korean banks in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.The first and second courses of the Program were held from October 2017 to March 2018 and October 2018 to March 2019, respectively.Dean of the Graduate School of International Studies Byoung Kwan Kim said, "I hope that the program participants will grow as talents who can contribute to Cambodia's financial industry."Professor Yong Ki Kim (Division of International Studies), who is in charge of the Program, said, "I am pleased that outstanding students are participating in this year's course," adding, "The University will provide quality education in finance, IT, and the Korean language."
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On October 10th, Ajou University's Graduate School of International Studies held the 3rd Share Your Country event at Yulgok Hall.During the event, international students prepared posters highlighting their respective countries. The student participants hail from 20 countries, including Nepal, Laos, Mongolia, Algeria, Ecuador, Iran, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Kirgizstan.In particular, all of the students in the Department of Energy System Research under the KOICA scholarship participated in the event and introduced their countries’ energy industries and related policies, and shared their improvement ideas based on their majors.Dean Byoung Kwan Kim of the Graduate School of International Studies, Guiding Professor of the KOICA program Hyung Taek Kim, Professor Troy Felver of the Department of Business Administration, and Professor Ian Watson of the Department of NGO Studies and the Department of International Development and Cooperation joined the session to encourage the student participants and listen to their presentations.Dean Byoung Kwan Kim said, "Today's event was meaningful in that the participants presented the issues facing their countries through international perspectives by sharing with others," adding, "I hope that this experience will provide insights to contribute to the development of your home countries as experts after graduation."The Graduate School of International Studies has five departments – the Department of International Business, the Department of International Trade, the Department of NGO Studies, the Department of International Development and Cooperation, and the Department of Energy System Research. About 220 international students from 38 countries are attending graduate courses at Ajou University.
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On the evening of September 18th, a presentation event was held at Ajou University Book Café to share the results of the Paran Ladder Program in its second year.The event was attended by Paran Ladder Program participants, who were sent to three universities in the U.S. and China for training over this summer break, as well as President Hyung Ju Park, those who participated in the Program last summer, and faculty and staff members from the University.The student participants enjoyed the evening, sharing their experiences and challenges during their overseas training. The event also featured a Q&A session with President Park, an award presentation, a gift lottery, and refreshments.Chang Jae Chung (Department of Economics, entrance class of 2016), who was sent to the University of Michigan, said, "The experiences and challenges in a new environment helped my development reach a higher level."Hyo Jin Lee (Department of Military Digital Convergence, entrance class of 2018) said, "I was happy because I felt as if I were a student of the University of Washington during my four-week stay at the University, and I am going to work harder to become a global talent."President Hyung Ju Park encouraged the students by saying, "You can experience trials and errors or feel frustrated when things do not go well in your life. However, you should set ambitious goals."The Paran Ladder Project, which is based on the 'After You Program' that was launched in 2015 by Ajou University, provides overseas training and career opportunities for students trying to develop themselves despite financial and other difficulties. This year, the Ministry of Education and the Korea Student Aid Foundation covered the related expenses for the 1,200 selected students, who participated in language classes and cultural programs at overseas universities for four weeks this summer. A total of 100 students from Ajou University (including 20 from other universities) were sent to the University of Michigan and the University of Washington in the U.S. and Shanghai Jiaotong University in China. Like the After You Program, student selection was based on the self-development, future potential, and determination of applicants, rather than their academic performance. The students’ training expenses were covered by the Korea Student Aid Foundation (70%) and the University's Game-changing Revolution Campaign (30%). The Campaign is funded by donations from those inside and outside the University who acknowledge and support its missions. Fifteen universities were chosen to manage the Paran Ladder Project in 2019. Ajou University, Konkuk University, Sahmyook University, Hankyong National University, and Incheon National University are the participants from the Seoul metropolitan area. Kangwon National University, Chungnam National University, and Sun Moon University were selected for Gangwon and Chungcheong Provinces, Chonbuk National University and Chosun University for Jeolla provinces and Jeju Island, Catholic University of Daegu, Daegu University, and Keimyung College University for Daegu and North Gyeongsang Province, and Dong-Eui University and Silla University for Busan, Ulsan, and South Gyeongnam Province, respectively. The managing universities operate training programs and assist the students for career mentoring, etc., before and after the program.
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On September 20th, four former faculty members who served at Ajou University in its early days visited the University along with their spouses.The visit by the French nationals, who worked at the University from 1975 to 1980, was arranged by Professor Yeong Bin Kwon (College of Computer Science & Software, Chung-Ang University), who entered Ajou University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering in 1974.The French guests met with President Hyung Ju Park and toured the Center for Korea-Francophone Countries Cooperation, the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and the Department of Mechanical Engineering, and donated 60 photographs of Ajou University in the early 1970s to the University Central Library, which is preparing events to celebrate Ajou's 50th anniversary in 2023.Michel Joubert, who served at Ajou University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering from 1975 to 1977, said, "I was impressed by the University's development over the last 40 years and am very proud that it has made great achievements based on its cooperation with France."
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Ajou University President Hyung Ju Park discussed expanding exchanges with presidents from other Northeast Asian universities at Yanbian University in China.The Presidential Forum of Northeast Asian Universities was held from September 20th to the 22nd as part of events to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Yanbian University, which is located in Yanji City of China's Yanbian Korean Autonomous Prefecture with 50% of its faculty members being ethnic Koreans.The Forum was attended by presidents from a total of 30 universities, including Seoul National University and Pusan National University in South Korea, Jilin University in China, Meiji University in Japan, and Kim Il-sung University in North Korea.President Park joined the discussion under the theme "Peace and the Future of University Education in Northeast Asia" during the Presidential Roundtable of Northeast Asian Universities.He said, "Considering that quality lectures and information are now being provided over the Internet, universities should focus on their respective expertise and expand cooperation with other institutions," adding, "They should also play their role in society by contributing to addressing social issues."During his stay in China, President Park met with Ajou University alumni, including Professor Yeon Hee Park of Yanbian University (doctoral degree from Ajou's Department of Cyber Security), Professor Yong Ho Kim of Yanbian University Hospital (Department of Orthopedic Surgery, master's and doctoral degrees from Ajou's School of Medicine), Professor Il Hwa Choi (Department of Hematology, master's and doctoral degrees from Ajou's School of Medicine), and local businessperson Hwa Na Kwon. They asked for support for academic exchanges and research activities, to which President Park gave a positive response.President Park also discussed bilateral cooperation with Yanbian University’s Dean of the College of Engineering (attraction of Chinese students to Ajou's College of Information Technology) and Dean of the College of Humanities (academic and student exchanges with Ajou's counterpart), etc.
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Ajou University Hospital began operation of "Doctor Helicopter" on August 31st.Ajou University Medical Center, the Trauma Center for Southern Gyeonggi Province, held an event to launch its Doctor Helicopter program, which will be operated twenty-four hours a day for the first time in Korea, unlike the other six helicopters operated by other regions.The event was attended by Professor Kug Jong Lee, who played a key role in introducing Doctor Helicopter, as well as Ajou University President Hyung Ju Park and Ajou University Hospital President Hee Sug Ryu, Health and Welfare Minister Neung Hoo Park, Vice Governor Hee Gyeom Kim of Gyeonggi Province, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Korea Harry Harris, Commanding General of the Eighth United States Army Michael Bills, and Professor Raul Coimbra, etc. Gyeonggi Medical Administrative Center, led by Professor Lee, plans to improve the operation of Doctor Helicopter by evaluating and reducing preventable injury-related deaths, supporting the Trauma Center for Gyeonggi Province, creating plans to improve its operation and related investigations, and training firefighting and medical staff members to better respond to emergencies.After being designated as the seventh Doctor Helicopter operator, Ajou University Hospital has worked to improve its operational system for the effective treatment of emergency patients, and decided to keep Doctor Helicopter ready and conduct rescue activities 24 hours a day. In particular, Doctor Helicopter will transport patients who are seriously injured in highway traffic accidents or in mountainous areas to the Hospital. Six firefighting officials have been dispatched to the University Hospital to support rescue operations on the scene.Professor Lee said, "I believe that Doctor Helicopter will provide opportunities to save the lives of injured patients across the country, from the DMZ to the islands along the south to the eastern coast," adding, "I hope it will be included in the national injury treatment system." He went on to say, "Images of Atlas have been inscribed in Doctor Helicopter to remember the commitment and sacrifice of the late Director Han Deok Yoon of the National Emergency Medical Center."Since beginning its operation in September 2011, Doctor Helicopter has transported about 8,300 patients during 9,000 rescue operations through this August.
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On the afternoon of August 28th, Ajou University held an orientation in Yulgok Hall’s Video Conference Room for participants of the Paran Semester, which was launched in 2016. The program allows students to design their own activities and receive credits based on the results.For this fall semester, 69 students of 16 teams have chosen to take part in the program.The tasks selected by the participating students include making protective materials for electrical wires to prevent damage by birds, providing solutions to improve the convenience of people who have difficulties using public transportation, developing video-aided donations and arranging a video show, and investigating the influence the Ajou University soccer team has on the local community.President Hyung Ju Park told the students, "I hope that Paran Semester will be an opportunity for you to develop and grow further, rather than just being another challenge."He went on to say, "Selected Paran Semester participants will be able to tour CES scheduled for this coming January in Las Vegas of the U.S. through the scholarship funds provided by SK Group. This will allow you to experience the challenging spirit and prominent startup companies from around the world."A total of 775 students have participated in the Paran Semester over the last eight semesters. Students should design programs on their own to apply for Paran Semester and receive 3-18 regular credits if the tasks are successfully completed. There is no limitation of the areas in which students may design their tasks, i.e., the humanities, culture and arts, community services, globalization, and industry-academia cooperation. It is also possible to choose or revise programs from among those suggested by the University or professors.
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Ajou University alumnus Chi Hwan Lee (Department of Industrial Engineering, entrance class of 1999) won the 'Young Investigator Award' at the US-Korea Conference (UKC), which was held from August 14th to the 17th in the U.S. city of Chicago. The Young Investigator Awards are given by the Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association (KSEA) to young experts who have doctoral degrees in science or engineering and have worked at least six years in academic, industrial, or public organizations. The award-winners, selected by the KSEA Honor & Awards Committee, receive $10,000 in prize money. After obtaining dual degrees from Ajou University and the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chi Hwan Lee received his master's and doctoral degrees from the Department of Mechanical Engineering of Stanford University. He is now serving as Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University. The Award is in recognition of his excellent research papers published in the U.S. that have received over 3,500 citations, earning him an h-index of 27, as well as other research projects carried out for US AFOSR, Eli Lilly & Company, and NIH. Lee said, "Challenges are valuable because they bring meaningful experiences and rewards, and I encourage young people not to hesitate to take on challenges, even if they may fail from time to time," adding, "Ajou University is providing its students with various opportunities, including exchange student and dual degree programs, and the University graduates who try to explore their overseas career may find these programs very helpful." Meanwhile, Ajou University participated in UKC for the second straight year to hire talented faculty members.
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Ajou University President Hyung Ju Park participated in UKC to hire talented faculty members. The University participated by setting up a booth at the US-Korea Conference on Science, Technology and Entrepreneurship (UKC), which was held from August 14th to the 17th in the U.S. city of Chicago. UKC is an annual conference of Korean scientists based in the U.S., with about 1,000 people participating in this year’s KESA-hosted event, including researchers and postdocs. President Park took part in the University Leadership Forum as a panelist and joined the discussion entitled "Future-Proofing the Workforce" with President Se Jung Oh of Seoul National University, President Hei Sook Kim of Ewha Womans University, and President Robert Zimmer of the University of Chicago, etc. Ajou University Professor Il Soo Yun (Department of Transportation System Engineering) took part in a poster session in an effort to attract excellent researchers. Meanwhile, the Faculty Affairs Team of the University arranged a meeting of its alumni residing in Chicago, including Nam Soo Lee, CEO of Unisource America. From the far left in the above picture are Hyung Jun Kim (Department of Mechanical Engineering, entrance class of 2015), Nam Soo Lee (Department of Industrial Engineering, entrance class of 1979), President Hyung Ju Park, Jeong Soon Park (Department of Civil System Engineering, entrance class of 1998), Ji Hye Park (Department of Architecture, entrance class of 1997), and Chi Hwan Lee (Department of Industrial Engineering, entrance class of 1999).
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Ajou University student team A-FA ranked 2nd and won the Gold Prize in the 2019 KSAE Baja Competition for university students. The 2019 KSAE Baja Competition, which was held from August 16th to the 18th at Gunsan Saemangeum Convention Center, is the largest event of its kind in South Korea and aims to enhance students' interest in and understanding of automobiles and showcase ideas on future automobiles through their designing and building of vehicles. About 2,700 students – 187 teams from 98 universities – participated in the Competition, which comprised four categories, including Baja (off-road race), Formula (on-road race), Electric Vehicles, and Technology (technological ideas and designs). Ajou's Team A-FA took 2nd place among 101 teams in its category and received a plaque and two million won of prize money based on the vehicle examination and evaluation of dynamic and resistance performance. In the Baja category, the winner is decided by the automobile’s performance on rough terrain (dynamic performance) and 35 laps around an 1.29-km off-road track (resistance performance) for vehicles with 125-cc Korean engines. Ajou University students took part in the Formula and Baja categories. The Baja team consisted of 16 students in total – five executives including Yeon Seo Kim (entrance class of 2014), Ja Heon Koo (entrance class of 2015), Yong Wook Lee (entrance class of 2015), Yoo Na Kim (entrance class of 2018), and Chang Hyeon Sung (entrance class of 2018), and 11 other members including Geon Ho Kim (entrance class of 2019), Yeong Gyun Kim (entrance class of 2019), Jong Seop Kim (entrance class of 2019), Jun Yeong Seo (entrance class of 2019), Il Seop Shin (entrance class of 2019), Yun Jeong Choi (entrance class of 2019), Seong Bin Lee (entrance class of 2019), Shi Wook Lee (entrance class of 2019), Hoon Jeong (entrance class of 2019), Seon Woo Choi (entrance class of 2019), and Geun Hee Han (entrance class of 2019). Guiding professor Yong Ho Jeon (Department of Mechanical Engineering) said, "I am very proud of the students who have achieved outstanding results despite limited support, and I would also like to thank all the people who provided support and encouragement," adding, "The achievement is the result of the unrelenting efforts of each and every member of our team." Yeon Seo Kim (junior, Department of Mechanical Engineering), who took charge of the car design, said, "I am very pleased that we have received the Gold Prize five years after winning the Silver Prize in 2014. It was possible because our team members put their heads together for the design and manufacturing, which required diverse ideas and hard work." He went on to say, "In designing the cars, we focused on predicting the dynamic performance and durability of the vehicles through accurate calculation," adding, "I would like to acknowledge the contributions and efforts of all the society members in preparing for the competition." A-FA, which was established in 1993, consists of 136 Ajou University students, ranging from freshmen to seniors, who are interested in automobiles and come from diverse majors, including the Department of Mechanical Engineering, the Department of Software, and the Department of Sociology. The student society won the Participation Award in the 2012 KSAE Baja, the Silver Prize in the 2014 KSAE Baja, the Best Rookie Award and the Participation Award in the 2015 KSAE Formula, and took 6th place in the 2018 Virtual Formula.
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