A ceremony for commemorating the 83rd anniversary of the foundation of Konkuk University (KU) was held on May 15, 2014, at the New Millennium Hall, KU, with the participation of around 300 students, professors, alumni, and staff members.
At the ceremony, President Heeyoung Song delivered a speech which was followed by University Professor Roger Kornberg's congratulatory message.
President Song stated in his speech that "We should turn this memorable day, the 83rd anniversary of the University's foundation, into an opportunity for a new leap and development toward the future."
Prof. Kornberg, Nobel Laureate in Chemistry (2006) and Professor at Stanford University, said "Konkuk University has become the most prestigious private university in Korea. Looking into the future, I expect Konkuk University to go from strength to strength." (See full message attached.)
The ceremony also included a conferment of various awards including service awards, prizes for academic and research achievement, model staff awards, among others.
Posted by Eunjin Cho