Dongduk Women's University Appoints Im Sejin, Professor of Pharmacy, as 11th President

Promoting Coeducation, AI and Engineering Transition

"Ushering in a New Century on the Foundation of Tradition"

Dongduk Women's University has appointed Professor Im Sejin from the College of Pharmacy as its 11th president.

Professor Sejin Lim of Dongduk Women's University, appointed as the 11th president of Dongduk Women's University.

According to Dongduk Institute, the university foundation, the board of directors held a meeting on July 28 and selected Professor Im (age 64) as the 11th president from among five candidates. This was announced on July 31.

The term of office will run for four years, from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2030. President Im earned a bachelor's degree from the College of Pharmacy at Chung-Ang University and a doctoral degree from the School of Pharmacy at the University of Wisconsin–Madison in the United States. Since joining Dongduk Women's University as a professor in the College of Pharmacy in 1995, she has served in various leadership roles, including director of planning and director of academic affairs, contributing to initiatives spanning education, research, and administration.

During the candidate presentation session held prior to her appointment, President Im highlighted "coeducation transition" and "AI and engineering transition" as core tasks for innovation at the university. She also unveiled a vision to enhance global competitiveness by strengthening the university’s standing in the QS World University Rankings and diversifying international student recruitment channels by country.

President Im stated, "Building on Dongduk's proud tradition, I will usher in a new century of change and innovation," and added, "Together with all university members, I will pursue sustainable innovation to prepare for the future."

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