University Pays a Courtesy Visit to Alumnus Park Chan-Kwon 

(Public Administration ’61) Ahead of Lunar New Year

• - Visiting His Home in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, to Convey Appreciation -

In the days leading up to the Lunar New Year, the University continued a meaningful tradition of expressing personal gratitude to one of its most steadfast benefactors. For the second consecutive year, University representatives traveled to Jeonju, North Jeolla Province, to visit the home of Park Chan-Kwon (Public Administration ’61), honoring his sustained generosity and enduring commitment to his alma mater. The visit follows Park’s ₩50 million contribution in February 2025 to the Department of Public Administration Development Fund. In recognition of his continued support, Choi Jae-Boong (Mechanical Engineering ’83), Vice President for Development and External Relations and former Executive Vice President of the University, personally visited Park to convey the institution’s appreciation. During the visit, Choi presented a commemorative plaque and a traditional holiday gift set as tokens of gratitude.

Born in 1942, Park graduated from the University’s Department of Public Administration in 1961. He previously served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Jeil Passenger Transportation Co., Ltd., and currently serves as an advisor to the University’s General Alumni Association. Earlier this January, Park once again demonstrated his deep affection for his alma mater through additional contributions totaling ₩150 million—₩100 million to the 1398 University Development Fund and ₩50 million to the Department of Public Administration Development Fund. His philanthropy reflects not only loyalty to his academic roots but also a forward-looking investment in the University’s long-term growth.

▲ Vice President Choi Jae-Boong presents a commemorative plaque to alumnus Park Chan-Kwon.

“Although we had hoped to welcome him to campus, we felt it was more meaningful to visit such a distinguished senior alumnus in person,” Choi remarked. “Even across physical distance, Park continues to keep the University close to his heart. It is because of supporters like him that our institution thrives today and looks confidently toward tomorrow.”

Park responded with characteristic humility. “I am deeply grateful that the University would come all this way to see me,” he said. “If future generations can study in a better environment, that alone brings me great joy. I will continue to support my alma mater’s development for as long as I am able.”

▲ Group photograph during the visit

Park’s record of giving spans more than two decades. Beginning in 2003 with a ₩1 million contribution toward the construction of a residence hall, he has since donated approximately ₩456 million to the University. His philanthropy has extended across a wide range of initiatives—including the Department of Public Administration Development Fund, the 1398 University Development Fund, the Sungkyun Nobel Prize Fund, and the Global Sungkyun Scholarship Foundation—strengthening education, research, and student support across campus.

The University plans to continue expanding its donor appreciation initiatives, ensuring that the spirit of giving resonates throughout the campus and inspires future generations.