Mokpo National University Elects Lim Hankyu as First-Priority Candidate for 10th President

Faculty, Students, Alumni, and Others Take Part

Electronic Voting Completed Amid Overwhelming Participation

In the election for the 10th President of Mokpo National University, candidate Lim Han-kyu was elected as the first-priority candidate.

According to the Presidential Appointment Recommendation Committee (hereinafter, the Committee) of Mokpo National University on September 18, the ballot count for the election held that day showed that Candidate No. 1, Lim Han-kyu, garnered 53.9% of the votes and was elected as the first-priority candidate. Candidate No. 2, Ryu Dong-young, who received 39.8% of the votes, was confirmed as the second-priority candidate. The voter non-participation rate was 6.3%.

Mokpo National University 10th President Nominee

This election was conducted as an online electronic vote, managed under the commission of the Muan County Election Commission, with broad participation from faculty, staff, students, teaching assistants, and alumni—representing all members of the university community. From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the day of voting, 92.30% of all eligible voters participated, reflecting a high level of interest in the next president.

This high turnout is believed to reflect the community members' strong aspirations for the direction and leadership of the university at this critical juncture as the new integrated university is launched.

Previously, in order to ensure fairness and transparency of the election, the Committee held a joint campaign speech and public debate on September 14, allowing members to directly assess the candidates’ university management philosophies and development strategies. An electronic mock vote was also conducted before the official vote to check the system, ensuring smooth proceedings throughout the election process.

Kang Il-kook, chair of the Committee, stated, "The high turnout of 92.30% is a meaningful result, demonstrating the members' significant interest in the future and development of the university." He added, "I deeply appreciate all members who actively participated in this important process to determine the university's future."

He continued, "We will respect the intentions of the university members expressed through this election and proceed with the subsequent procedures for the successful candidate in a fair and seamless manner, in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations."

The first- and second-priority presidential candidates elected through this process will be recommended to the Ministry of Education after undergoing research ethics verification and other necessary reviews, following relevant procedures and regulations for final appointment.

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