Sewon Group’s Deokwoon Scholarship Foundation and Alumnus Min Yong Kim Hold Donation Ceremonies    On October 11, Korea University Business School (KUBS, Dean: Eonsoo Kim) hosted a donation ceremony for Deokwoon Scholarship Foundation organized by Sewon Group, in the Dean’s Office. The event was attended by Dean Eonsoo Kim, Professor Weon Sang Yoo, Deokwoon Scholarship Foundation Chairperson Ji Eun Lee, Sewon Group CEO Do Hyun Kim, Executive Director Jong Tae Lee, and key managers Chan Young Sung, Soo Geun Lee, and Jun Sung Kim.      The ceremony began with welcoming greetings between Dean Eonsoo Kim, Chairperson Ji Eun Lee, and representatives of Sewon Group and the Deokwoon Scholarship Foundation. Dean Kim expressed his gratitude, stating, “I deeply appreciate Chairperson Ji Eun Lee and the Sewon Group representatives for their meaningful contribution. This scholarship will be used to nurture future business leaders.” Following the greetings, participants watched a promotional video detailing the foundation’s mission and Sewon Group’s vision. Chairperson Ji Eun Lee then presented the donation letter, and Dean Kim awarded a donation certificate and a plaque of appreciation. The ceremony concluded with a commemorative photo session.    On the same day, a separate Alumnus Min Yong Kim Development Fund Donation Ceremony was held. Alumnus Min Yong Kim, from the Class of 1990, donated KRW 10 million, emphasizing that giving back to his alma mater was a meaningful way to support the development of KUBS and aid future students. The event was attended by Dean Eonsoo Kim and Professor Weon Sang Yoo, who expressed their heartfelt thanks for his generosity.      Both ceremonies highlighted the importance of philanthropy in fostering educational excellence and supporting future generations of leaders. 

Alumnus Hui Sung Yoo Donates 1 Billion KRW, Continuing His Legacy of Generosity      Mr. Hui Sung Yoo (Class of 1958), an alumnus with a heartfelt wish to dedicate everything to his alma mater, Korea University, and its Business School, has an inspiring history of giving that dates back to 2011. That year, he appeared at Korea University and made a remarkable donation of 1 billion KRW to fund the construction of KUBS’s new building. In 2015, he once again visited his alma mater, handing over another check for 1 billion KRW to the development fund. In 2017, he donated a 155-square-meter (approx. 50-pyeong) apartment in Seoul’s Seocho District, valued at 2.4 billion KRW at the time, which held cherished memories of raising his children.    Mr. Yoo’s philanthropy knows no bounds. He donated 1 billion KRW each in 2019 and 2020, followed by additional contributions of 1 billion KRW in early 2022 and again in May 2023, earning him the nickname “The 85-Year-Old Donation King.” Then, in November 2024, much like in 2011, he quietly reappeared to hand over another check for 1 billion KRW to KUBS’s development fund. With this, his total contributions to Korea University and its Business School have reached an astounding 9.4 billion KRW.    On November 19, a ceremony titled the “KUBS Insung Fund Donation Ceremony” was held in the university president’s office. The event, celebrating Mr. Yoo’s latest donation of 1 billion KRW, was attended by President Dong-One Kim, Vice President for Development and External Affairs Hojung Shin, Dean Eonsoo Kim, Mr. Yoo’s children, and fellow alumni from the Class of 1958.    At the ceremony, Mr. Hui Sung Yoo shared, “I have always expressed my desire to give everything I have to Korea University throughout my life, and I plan to continue adhering to this philanthropic philosophy. As we approach the university’s 120th anniversary, I feel immense pride as an alumnus witnessing its ongoing development.” He added, “I hope that the faculty of KUBS will impart knowledge to students through their research, and that these students, through their dedicated studies, will grow into leaders shaping the future, creating a virtuous cycle.”    In response, President Dong-One Kim expressed heartfelt gratitude, saying, “We deeply appreciate the unwavering love you have shown for your alma mater over the past 13 years. The Insung Fund you have generously donated will actively support the research efforts of KUBS faculty and help nurture creative talents who will lead emerging trends.”    The KUBS Insung Fund, named after the Chinese characters for “仁” (In) from the names of Mr. Yoo’s mother and grandmother, and “星” (Sung) from his own name, supports research initiatives by the school’s faculty. Mr. Yoo’s contributions have been utilized in various ways, including the Insung Scholarship Fund, Insung Research Fund, and Insung Research Award. In recognition of his generosity, Lecture Room B205 in the Hyundai Motor Hall has been named the “Hui Sung Yoo Lecture Room.” 

CEO Beom-moo Hur of Gownet Co., Ltd. Donates 100 Million Won   "Having gained so much through the MBA program, I wanted to give back."      Mr. Beom-moo Hur, CEO of Gownet Co., Ltd., Donates 100 Million Won to the KUBS Development Fund    On Thursday, August 22nd, at 11 a.m., Korea University (President: Dong-One Kim) held a donation ceremony for “Mr. Beom-moo Hur’s Contribution to the Korea University Business School (KUBS) Development Fund” at the President’s Office in the main building.  CEO Beom-moo Hur, a graduate of the Korea MBA program at Korea University Business School (85th class) and current President of the MBA Alumni Association, has been a dedicated supporter of Korea University since 2017, consistently donating to the KU Pride Club Fund and the KUBS Development Fund. In recognition of his contributions, he received the Korea University MBA Business Award in 2021.    During the donation ceremony, CEO Hur stated, "When I started my business, I attended Korea University’s MBA program to deepen my understanding of business. I received a lot of support from the professors at that time and wanted to give back." He added, “My daughter is currently enrolled in Korea University’s MBA program too. I hope that, through their studies at KUBS, she and many other students will grow into future leaders.”    In response, President Dong-One Kim of Korea University expressed his gratitude, saying, “I would like to thank CEO Hur for his continuous support of Korea University’s development.” He continued, “We will use the KUBS Development Fund, generously donated by CEO Hur, to help our students grow into innovative talents who contribute to the global society.” 

Tradition and Strong Alumni Network Continued Through Donations…   Executive MBA 20th Class Donation Ceremony        On August 5, a donation ceremony for the 20th class of the Executive MBA (E-MBA) program at the Korea University Business School (Dean=Sang Yong Kim) was held in the Dean’s Office of the Business School. The E-MBA program is designed for executives aiming to become CEOs in the near future. The ceremony followed the tradition where each graduating class of the E-MBA gathers donations to give back to the school. The event was attended by key figures such as Doo-hyun Kang, the President of the 20th class, Won-ha Jung, the Secretary Head, alumni Dong-sung Lee, Jong-hwa Lee, Dean Sang Yong Kim, and Professors Daeki Kim and Shijin Yoo.       Before the ceremony, Dean Kim, Professors Kim and Yoo, and the alumni of the 20th class had a conversation. Dean Kim expressed his gratitude for the continuous support and generous donations from the E-MBA alumni, stating, “I sincerely appreciate the warm interest and unwavering support for the development of KUBS and the nurturing of future talents. The dedication and contributions from the 20th class will be used to help future business leaders realize their dreams.”    Following the conversation, President Doo-hyun Kang handed over the donation certificate to Dean Kim, who then presented a donation certificate and a plaque of appreciation to President Kang in return. The ceremony concluded with a group photo to commemorate the meaningful occasion.        This donation holds special significance as all 50 members of the 20th class participated, raising a total of 30 million KRW. The KUBS E-MBA program continues to uphold the tradition of giving back, demonstrating a strong alumni network, and expressing gratitude through donations that support the mission of KUBS. 

Love for Korea University Continues Overseas: Alumni Couple Hyungyeop Choi (Business '86) and Jiyoung Lim (Business '88) Donate 100 million won in Scholarships       Graduates of Korea University's Business School are making their mark globally. Notably, they are providing scholarships for their juniors while running business abroad. On June 26th, a donation ceremony by KU alumni couple Hyungyeop Choi (Business '86) and Jiyoung Lim (Business '88) was held in Auckland, New Zealand. The ceremony was graced by the presence of KU President Dongwon Kim, adding to its significance. About 20 KU alumni residing in Auckland attended the dinner and ceremony and celebrated together.    The reason Hyungyeop Choi (Business '86) and Jiyoung Lim (Business '88) couple, who run a trading company in New Zealand, donated 100 million won in scholarships to KUBS is for their own experiences. Both received scholarships during their time at the KUBS and even after 35 years, they have not forgotten the support they received. To help their juniors, they generously donated 100 million won. The donation highlights the strong alumni network of KUBS.    Meanwhile, President Dongwon Kim expressed his gratitude to Hyungyeop Choi (Business '86) and Jiyoung Lim (Business '88) couple, saying, "Thank you for your support for the juniors. We will use this valuable donation to nurture talented individuals who will shine at Korea University's Business School." 

Commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Admission, Alumni Kang Dongsik Donates 100 Million Won for Juniors    On March 22nd, a ceremony for the 'Alumni Kang Dongsik KUBS Development Fund Donation' was held at the main building's president's office. Kang Dongsik, an alumni from KUBS (class of '64), has been steadily donating to the alumni association and alma mater since 2000, dedicating his efforts to the development of Korea University and the business school and nurturing juniors. Ahead of this donation ceremony, Alumni Kang Dongsik generously contributed 100 million won to the KUBS  Development Fund.      The reason Alumni Kang Dongsik decided to make this donation was due to his belief that for Korea University to prosper, the Business School must thrive. During the donation ceremony, Alumni Kang Dongsik stated, "2024 marks the 60th anniversary of admission," and expressed, "As an alumnus of the Business School, I thought it would be helpful to support my juniors at the Business School." Furthermore, Alumni Kang Dongsik conveyed his aspirations, saying, "I wanted to contribute to the future of Korea University, believing that Korea University will develop into a global prestigious university," and added, "I hope to see further development of the Business School and its growth into a world-renowned educational institution."    In response, President Kim Dongwon expressed gratitude, stating, "The donation from Alumni Kang Dongsik, who has shown love for the development of our alma mater, will be used carefully to lead the Business School, which has been part of Korea University's 119-year history, into becoming a leading global university."      Meanwhile, Alumni Kang Dongsik, who achieved outstanding results in the first Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam held in 1967, continues to operate the 'CPA Kang Dongsik Office' next to the Gangnam Tax Office, actively contributing as a legendary figure in the field of certified public accountants.