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HOKMA College of General Education Holds Welcome Ceremony for Incoming Students of Global Scholars Program
HOKMA College of General Education Holds Welcome Ceremony for Incoming Students of Global Scholars Program The HOKMA College of General Education (Dean Haiyoung Lee) held a welcome ceremony for incoming students of the Global Scholars Program at the Lee San-bong Hall of the ECC building, on September 17, 2025. This event was organized to help the 254 international freshmen from over 20 countries adapt to campus life and foster exchanges. Starting from this semester, the international students in all departments, other than the Division of International Studies and the College of Nursing, will be placed under the Global Scholars Program of the HOKMA College of General Education for one year. During this period, the students will take classes in basic liberal arts and the Korean language to ensure a smooth transition into their majors, andthe welcome ceremony took place as an inaugural part of this curriculum. The ceremony began with a welcoming address from Dr. Haiyoung Lee, Dean of the HOKMA College. Dr. Lee delivered encouraging remarks by saying, “I would like to extend my warmest applause to all of you who took the courage to take the first steps in a new country, language, and university.” She also added, “Ewha Womans University had nurtured the dreams of countless young women over the past 139 years, and I believe that you will become the new names of Ewha for the future.” She continued to emphasize that learning and growing alongside professors and peers, while respecting diversity and building friendships, will be an invaluable experience. After the welcome speech, EWHAROSA, official student ambassadors under the Office of Admissions, gave an introduction to the university life, followed by celebratory performances by ACTION, an official university club for street dance at Ewha. In the second part of the event, students engaged in recreational activities and a team quiz competition, fostering interaction and camaraderie. Zhan Hang, a student from China who participated in the program, remarked, “I chose Ewha because I was drawn to the atmosphere of the world’s leading women’s university, with its strong community of women.” She added, “I am delighted to have had the opportunity to make new friends and enjoy the performances.” Each year, the Ewha campus welcomes more than 500 international undergraduates from over 20 countries and offers diverse opportunities for global exchange. Looking ahead, Ewha plans to further expand international student enrollment and enhance support across both academic and campus life. Through these efforts, Ewha aims to cultivate an inclusive, globally minded learning environment while elevating its reputation as a leading global institution.
Ewha Selected for Brain Korea21 FOUR (Research Project)
Ewha Womans University has been selected for the educational research group in the field of artificial intelligence under the Innovation Talent Training Program of the Phase-4 Brain Korea 21 Project, supported by the Ministry of Education and the National Research Foundation of Korea. The selected group, Trustworthy and Resource-efficient Unified Evolving AI (Ewha TRUE-AI), led by Dr. DaeHun Nyang, is spearheading the development of next-generation core AI technologies that integrate both high trustworthiness and resource efficiency, while establishing Ewha as a national hub for cultivating advanced women experts in AI. The BK21 initiative, launched in 1999, is Korea’s largest graduate school innovation and researcher training project. The ongoing Phase 4 Project (2020–2027) focuses on nurturing research personnel in new industry sectors. In light of the rapid advances in AI technology and surging demand for AI aptitude, the Ministry of Education added artificial intelligence as a new category in 2025 through a supplementary budget. As part of this expansion, a total of 17 educational research groups nationwide, including Ewha TRUE-AI, have been selected to lead the future of AI innovation. Ewha TRUE-AI is one of four educational groups newly added, consisting of 12 faculty members from the College of Artificial Intelligence and 60 graduate students. The research group presents a vision of training specialists versed in lightweight, optimized AI technologies and security, with the aim to address computing costs, energy consumption, and security challenges inherent in hyper-scale AI services. Moreover, given that women make up only 22 percent of domestic science and engineering doctoral students, the initiative aspires to reduce the gender imbalance by focusing on women-centered AI talent development. Ewha TRUE-AI will also leverage Ewha’s state-of-the-art infrastructure—such as the stable foundation provided by the Division of Artificial Intelligence and Software and high-performance computing clusters—to carry out empirical research. Graduate students participating in the research group will be granted research scholarships of KRW 1,000,000 for master’s degrees and KRW 1,600,000 for doctoral degrees, along with support for personnel expenses, opportunities to participate in international joint research, and programs to invite distinguished overseas scholars. These support measures aim to help students grow into next-generation AI experts who are competitive in industries and the global stage. This selection also aligns with Ewha’s strategic development plan of “New Era, New Ewha,” under the core objective of “Great Transformation of Higher Education in the AI era.” Following the preemptive establishment of infrastructure such as the Major in Artificial Intelligence (2022), the Graduate School of Data Science, and the College of Artificial Intelligence (2023), as well as Ewha’s selection for the G-LAMP initiative, this latest recognition reaffirms Ewha’s unparalleled standing in AI. Through this program, Ewha expects to receive approximately KRW 800 million annually through 2027. With this support, the university plans to sustain world-class research outputs, expand industry–university collaboration, elevate national and international AI competitiveness, and strengthen the global leadership capabilities of talented women.
International Conference on Climate Risk Management in the Financial Sector Jointly Held...
International Conference on Climate Risk Management in the Financial Sector Jointly Held by Ewha and the Financial Supervisory Service Ewha Womans University partnered with the Financial Supervisory Service to host an international conference under the theme of “Next-Gen Climate Risk Management with AI and Tech” at the Lee Sam-bong Hall of the ECC building on September 11, 2025. Under the aim to discuss climate risk management strategies for the financial sector in the era of climate crisis and AI innovation, the conference was attended by President Hyang-Sook Lee, Governor Lee Chanjin of the Financial Supervisory Service, representatives from the Korea Meteorological Administration, global financial institutions, and research institutes. Prime Minister Kim Min-seok, Chairperson Yoon Han-hong of the National Policy Committee at the National Assembly, and the Ambassadors of France and the Netherlands to Korea delivered congratulatory remarks at the opening ceremony. President Hyang-Sook Lee emphasized the importance of collaboration among academia, industry, government, and citizens, stating that “Ewha Womans University is nurturing talents to lead the AI era while strengthening the foundation for climate action.” During the conference sessions, representatives from the French Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority (ACPR), Moody’s, HSBC, and the Korea Meteorological Administration gave presentations on European climate crisis responses, AI-driven climate intelligence, climate risk management by global financial institutions, and domestic climate projections. Following this, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, BloombergNEF, ING, and the Financial Supervisory Service discussed transition finance, energy transition, the role of financial institutions, and supervisory directions, exploring avenues for international cooperation. Accompanying events for university students included the “Future Finance A.I. Challenge” and the “Next-Gen Recruitment Fair.” Over 130 teams nationwide gathered to participate in the challenge, with 10 teams advancing to the finals after preliminary rounds. Participants presented ideas for AI-based financial services, and five teams were awarded prizes, including a total of KRW 28 million and exemptions from document screening and coding tests when applying for ICT positions at KB Kookmin Bank. The Recruitment Fair featured 18 financial institutions, including KB Kookmin Bank, and drew over 600 students, who gained insights into desired talent profiles, recruitment processes, and interview preparation tips. Jointly hosted by Ewha Womans University and the Financial Supervisory Service since 2019, the international conference has served as a platform to explore the future of green finance in the era of climate change and carbon neutrality, discussing strategic responses and emerging opportunities for growth in the financial sector. At the same time, it provides opportunities to support the entry of youths into the financial industry and the discovery of future finance ideas, contributing to the establishment of a sustainable financial ecosystem.
Two Projects Selected for 2025 Humanities and Social Sciences Research Support Program
Two Ewha researchers won major grants for the “2025 Humanities and Social Sciences Research Support Program,” reaffirming the university’s status as a leading research hub for the humanities and social sciences in the country. Launched in 1963 and led by the Ministry of Education and the National Research Foundation of Korea,, the program is a flagship national R&D initiative that aims to strengthen the capabilities of researchers, foster the next generation of scholars, and to build a foundation for collaborative research at university-affiliated institutes. Prof. Soyeon Kim The first grant was awarded to tThe Korean Culture Research Institute. Funded by the “Humanities and Social Sciences Research Institute Support Project,” the Institute will receive a total of KRW 1.98 billion over the next six years to develop a database for the “Encyclopedia of Modern Korean Kitchen Material Culture.” The principal investigator, Professor Soyeon Kim at the Department of Art History, stated, “The kitchen space constitutes a remarkable research subject where diverse elements converge, including food culture, industrial technology, design, and gender.” She emphasized the project’s mission to document and preserve modern and contemporary kitchen culture as preliminary cultural heritage. This project carries particular significance as it ensures the continuity of material culture studies covering the Joseon Dynasty to the modern era, following the Institute’s 2019 database project on Joseon-era craft. Prof. Min Hee Go Another grant was awarded to tthe research team led by Professor Min Hee Go of the Department of Political Science & International Relations. Funded by the “Social Sciences Korea (SSK) Global Agenda Research Program,” the project, titled “Unpacking the Algorithmic Diffusion of Animosities: Data-Driven Approaches to Social Frictions in Korea,” consists of an interdisciplinary team of experts in political science, data science, and economics and aims to refine the theoretical concept of animosities and empirically examine the causes and consequences of animosities in politics. To this end, they propose to analyze AI- and algorithm-driven diffusion and reproduction patterns and compare them with conventional public opinion. Professor Go noted, “Korean society has entered an era where antipathy is being expressed in multi-faceted ways.,” She further added that “We hope our study can contribute to promoting social cohesion and coexistence in the polarized society.”
Ewha’s Spirit of Sharing Realized by 2025 Ewha Summer Volunteers
The Volunteer Services Team of the Office of Student Affairs announced the successful completion of educational volunteer activities conducted at home and abroad by the 2025 Ewha Summer Volunteers over summer vacation. Launched in 2000 as a representative volunteer program rooted in the Christian sense of neighborly love, the Ewha Volunteers once again embodied Ewha’s spirit of sharing and service through their summer activities. The Domestic Education Volunteer Team, consisting of 108 members, was dispatched to 18 institutions nationwide on two occasions, from July 28 to August 1 and from August 4 to 8, respectively. The team offered creative educational programs, subject-specific instruction, artistic and athletic activities, and mentoring for children and adolescents at local children’s centers and elementary schools. Meanwhile, overseas volunteer activities were conducted in the U.S. and Cambodia. The 12 members of the U.S. Education Volunteer Team visited Camp Choson in Minnesota from June 27 to July 8. They provided Korean adoptee children and their families with Korean language education, traditional cultural experiences, and mentoring, helping instill a positive image toward their identity and roots. During the same period, the 12 members of the Cambodia Education Volunteer Team conducted health, environment, and science education programs linked to their academic majors at Ewha Srang School. They also improved the library environment, utilizing English books donated by Ewha faculty members, staff, and students. Despite disruptions caused by a flight cancellation and international circumstances, the volunteers remarked, “The time we spent with the children was a meaningful opportunity for our growth.” The Volunteer Services Team held the disbanding ceremony for the 2025 Ewha Summer Volunteers and the Pear Blossom Sharing Corps at the ECC Lee Sam-bong Hall on August 21, where participants shared the outcomes of their activities. Dean of Student Affairs Jeong Ah Choi commended the students for their dedication in her congratulatory remarks, while the conferment of awards for outstanding volunteers and reports on the activity outcomes reaffirmed the spirit of community in promoting a more inclusive society. The Ewha Volunteers and the Pear Blossom Sharing Corps embody Ewha’s commitment to fulfilling its social responsibilities as an educational institution beyond simple volunteer activities. Since its founding as the starting point of women’s higher education and as a modern educational institution, Ewha has upheld its founding spirit of sharing and service, striving to build a community of coexistence in solidarity with the disadvantaged and marginalized while advancing its public mission.
Ewha Womans University Announces Major Donation of Works by Late Contemporary Artist Prof. Suki Seokyeong Kang
Ewha Womans University Announces Major Donation of Works by Late Contemporary Artist Prof. Suki Seokyeong Kang A Singular Legacy of Korean Contemporary Art Endowed to Promote Education and the Arts Ewha Womans University (President: Hyang-Sook Lee) has received an extraordinary donation of around 400 works by the late contemporary artist and Ewha professor Suki Seokyeong Kang (1977–2025) from her bereaved family. The collection includes all works consigned to galleries, as well as pieces previously donated by the artist herself to the Ewha Womans University Museum. In accordance with the wishes of both the artist and her family, this extensive body of work will be preserved and utilized as a vital foundation for artistic education and research at Ewha. Such a large-scale donation of an artist’s oeuvre to a university or public institution is exceptionally rare, underscoring the special significance of this bequest. The late Professor Suki Seokyeong Kang graduated from the Department of Korean Painting at Ewha and earned an M.A. in Painting from the Royal College of Art in London, later returning to Ewha as a professor of Korean painting. Throughout her artistic career, she established a distinctive presence in Korea’s contemporary art scene through her experimental and synesthetic practice. Her representative work Grandmother Tower—a delicate structure in which each element supports the rest while maintaining minimal points of contact through the friction of thread alone without any adhesive—earned her the prestigious Baloise Art Prize at Art Basel, the leading international art fair, in 2018. The following year, she was invited to participate in the main exhibition of the Venice Biennale, solidifying her status as an internationally recognized artist. Working across diverse media, including painting, sculpture, installation, video, and performance, Kang developed an artistic language that bridged tradition and contemporaneity. Notable among her works are the Jeong (井) series, inspired by Jeongganbo, a system of music notation developed during the Joseon Dynasty; the Mat series, derived from woven rush mats used on the stage for the royal court dance Chunaengmu; and the Mora series, which reimagined the linguistic unit as a fundamental unit of her painting. These works reflect her subtle contemplation on the spaces taken up by individuals within society. Even while battling cancer, Kang continued to expand her artistic vision. Her solo exhibitions, Willow Drum Oriole at Leeum Museum of Art in 2023 and MARCH at Kukje Gallery in 2024, explored relationships among coexisting beings and shared landscapes, leaving a profound impression on audiences. Her final international exhibition during her lifetime, Mountain–Hour–Face, was presented at the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver in the U.S. from March to May 2025. This exhibition explored themes of mountains, nature, and landscape, as well as the ways in which humans relate to one another, offering audiences a uniquely immersive experience. Following Professor Kang’s passing in April at the age of 48, her family formally conveyed her wish to donate her works posthumously to Ewha Womans University, her alma mater and the institution to which she dedicated her academic career. The donation includes full ownership of all works currently consigned to galleries. Kang’s family expressed their hope that the donated works “will serve as a valuable resource for advancing the scholarship and education in the arts at Ewha.” In June, Ewha Womans University held a formal signing and handover ceremony for the donation, attended by the late professor’s father, Kang Tak-Lim, Professor Emeritus at Daejeon University; her mother, Choi Jeong-Sook; her elder brother, Kang Yohahn, MD; her husband, Judge Gong Do-Il; and her daughter, Gong Hyun; as well as university officials. Ewha Womans University will establish a dedicated committee to thoroughly deliberate the preservation and scholarly utilization of the donated works. The university also plans to organize future exhibitions and symposia to highlight the social significance and artistic contributions of Professor Kang’s oeuvre. “The late Professor Suki Seokyeong Kang bridged the gap between tradition and the present through her art, leaving behind a profound resonance that invites us to reflect on our times,” said President Hyang-Sook Lee. “Her body of work will remain a treasured asset, inspiring both education and artistic imagination at Ewha.”
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