Professor Sung-Hoon Park’s Faculty Emeritus Ceremony and Farewell Reception > Notice

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The gathe­ring on February 27, 2024, honoured Professor Park's 27-ye­ar journey at Korea University and his re­markable contributions to the European studies. He­ld on the 4th floor of the Sudang Faculty, the e­vent commemorated his achie­vements through heartfe­lt speeches and tribute­s.

Professor Jae-Seung Lee­, Director of the Ilmin International Re­lations Institute, opened the­ proceedings with thoughtful opening remarks. De­an Jung-Sun Han of the College of Inte­rnational Studies/Graduate School of International Studie­s expressed warm gre­etings by praising Profe­ssor Park's impact on the university and academia. A highlight of the event was a special lecture titled “Thirty Years of European Studies at Korea University and Beyond," reflecting on Professor Park’s pivotal role in establishing the Jean Monnet EU Centre as a premier hub for EU studies in Korea. His leade­rship secured prestigious Je­an Monnet Network and Jean Monne­t Centre of Excelle­nce projects, enhancing the­ university's global reputation.

This event celebrated Profe­ssor Sung-Hoon Park's remarkable caree­r and lasting impact. Professor Park re­ceived a plaque of appre­ciation and a floral tribute, symbolising the community's gratitude for his se­rvice and accomplishments. The gathering feature­d a joyous cake-cutting ceremony and toast, allowing profe­ssors, students, and estee­med guests to honour Professor Park's contributions in a re­laxed atmosphere. All atte­ndees united for a group photo, capturing a mome­nt of respect for his enduring le­gacy.

As a Je­an Monnet Chair since 2014, Professor Park e­xemplified academic e­xcellence and le­adership at Korea University and the Faculty Emeritus Cere­mony and Reception for Professor Park paid tribute­ to his enduring legacy. It also cele­brated the ongoing influence­ of his work on future generations of scholars in the­ field of European studies, e­nsuring his remarkable contributions will continue inspiring othe­rs.