237 Graduate from Hoseo University Graduate School... Leading the Future with Venture Spirit

237 Graduate Degrees Awarded at Hoseo University
President’s and Best Thesis Awards Highlight Academic Excellence
Innovations in Biohealth and Venture Spirit Celebrated at 41st Commencement Ceremony

President Kilgu Kang of Hoseo University congratulating on the degree conferment / Hoseo University

Hoseo University held the 41st Graduate School Commencement Ceremony for the 2024 academic year at the University Church on the Asan Campus on August 21, conferring degrees to 237 master's and doctoral graduates.

At the ceremony, 150 master's degrees (including 48 international students) and 87 doctoral degrees (including 46 international students) were awarded, marking the completion of their academic journeys.

The President’s Award was presented to Seungil Nam, Doctor of Technology Management, and three others. The Dean’s Award went to Bongbin Kim, Doctor of Engineering, and nine others. The Best Thesis Award was given to Minju Kim, Doctor of Science, and four others.

Notably, Dr. Minju Kim, who received the Best Thesis Award, completed all her undergraduate, master's, and doctoral studies at Hoseo University. She developed a 3D organoid-based alternative to animal testing, published three papers in international toxicology journals, and registered 14 patents and copyrights, gaining significant attention in academia.

Dr. Seungil Nam, who received the President’s Award, was recognized for his contributions as the President of the Chungnam Venture Association, leading efforts in discovering startups, attracting family companies, and expanding industry-academia cooperation to strengthen the competitiveness of the local industry.

President Kilgu Kang said, "I hope you will engrave the venture spirit of Hoseo University in your hearts and become pillars who invigorate every corner of society," adding, "I look forward to your growth as true intellectuals who practice cooperation and sharing."

Founded in 1978, Hoseo University will celebrate its 47th anniversary in September this year. The university continues its reputation as the 'No. 1 Venture University,' leading future strategic fields such as semiconductors, AI, biohealth, and design.

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