Seoul Women's University Celebrates 65 Years, Reaffirms Human-Centered Education

Seoul Women's University marked a significant milestone, celebrating its 65th anniversary with a heartfelt service and commemorative ceremony. The event served as a poignant occasion for the university community—including President Lee Yoon-sun, faculty, alumni, and students—to gather and reflect on the institution's rich history and its enduring commitment to women's education. Founded on Christian principles, the university has consistently upheld its tradition of fostering female leadership and empowering women through education.

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The more technology develops, the more important understanding people becomes. Seoul Women's University will not lose sight of the essence of education that establishes the value of people, even as times change.

President Lee Yoon-sun's address emphasized the enduring importance of understanding humanity, even as technology rapidly advances. She articulated the university's unwavering dedication to the core educational value of affirming human worth, a principle that guides Seoul Women's University regardless of the changing times. This commitment is further exemplified by the university's recent declaration of its AI Transformation (AX) vision, themed 'AI that helps human growth, humans that connect communities,' and its successful selection for key government initiatives focused on AI education and regional innovation.

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The 65 years of Seoul Women's University have been built upon the dedication and prayers of countless members. I hope you faithfully fulfill the role required by the times, carrying on the founding spirit.

From our perspective at Hankyoreh, this anniversary celebration is more than just a look back; it's a reaffirmation of Seoul Women's University's unique position in South Korea's higher education landscape. While many institutions are racing to embrace AI, Seoul Women's University's emphasis on 'human-centered education' and the 'value of people' offers a vital counterpoint. This focus, rooted in its Christian ethos, ensures that technological progress serves human well-being, rather than overshadowing it. The recognition of Kwon Hee-jin, a missionary in Russia and known as the 'Mother of Koreans in Ushutobe,' as a 'Proud Alumna' further underscores the university's dedication to fostering individuals who make a profound social impact. This blend of tradition, humanistic values, and forward-looking vision is what makes Seoul Women's University's story particularly meaningful.

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Seoul Women's University is showing the direction that university education should take while preserving human-centered values even in the AI era.