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Soongsil University Selected as 'AI-centric University', Securing 24 Billion Won Over 8 Years

From Hankyoreh · (1h ago) Korean Positive tone

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Soongsil University has been selected for the Ministry of Science and ICT's 'AI-centric University' project, securing 24 billion won in government funding over eight years.
  • The project aims to innovate university education systems around AI, with Soongsil University adopting the slogan 'AI Omniversity, Connecting All Learning with AI'.
  • The university will enhance AI-focused curricula, expand interdisciplinary AI education, strengthen basic AI education for all students, and foster global AI leaders.

Soongsil University's selection as an 'AI-centric University' marks a pivotal moment, positioning us at the forefront of national efforts to advance artificial intelligence.

This significant government support, amounting to 24 billion won over eight years, validates our strategic vision to revolutionize higher education through an AI-centric approach. Our 'AI Omniversity' initiative is designed not just to train specialists but to imbue all students with AI literacy, ensuring they are equipped for a future where AI permeates every field.

This selection will be an important turning point for Soongsil University to leap forward as a mecca for next-generation AI education.

โ€” Shin Yong-taeProject Director and Head of the Spartan SW Education Center, highlighting the significance of the AI-centric University selection.

We are committed to a comprehensive strategy that includes innovating AI major curricula, expanding flexible AI-related learning opportunities across all disciplines, and reinforcing foundational AI knowledge for every student. This holistic approach, coupled with strengthening our 'Spartan AI Education Center' and introducing practical programs like the AI-SAINT fast track, will cultivate highly skilled AI professionals and์œตํ•ฉ (convergence) talent.

This achievement is a testament to Soongsil's continuous dedication to technological leadership, building upon our success in the SW-centric University project. We are confident that this new chapter will solidify our role as a leading institution in AI education, contributing significantly to South Korea's global standing in AI innovation.

We will do our best to produce world-class AI specialists and AX convergence talents that can enhance national competitiveness through eight years of focused support.

โ€” Shin Yong-taeProject Director and Head of the Spartan SW Education Center, expressing commitment to nurturing talent.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.