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Expecting its centennial in 2018, CAU is running toward becoming a university that excels in education and research, aiming at nurturing competitive talented people needed in the country and society. A university serves its nation through quality education. Under its slogan ‘Justice and Truth’, CAU is in the ‘selection and concentration’ phase in focusing all its might on becoming a university that teaches well. We are making every effort to invite excellent students and provide them with best education. All members of CAU faculty and staff join their forces together in taking care of each and every student. Based on its long and rich tradition, CAU is opening a new horizon for higher education by leading the education trend, and actively assuming reform and change. We will look forward to your love and support for CAU. Thank you.

Founded on May 18, 1949, with the guiding principle of "Creating a Civilized World," Kyung Hee University has stood as a beacon of scholarship and peace, creatively integrating academic excellence with practical engagement to contribute to a more peaceful global society. Over the past 75 years, the university has upheld its legacy as both a scholarly and social institution dedicated to advancing human civilization. During the Korean War, Kyung Hee temporarily relocated to Busan, but in 1953, it established its permanent Seoul Campus at the foot of Gohwangsan Mountain in Hoegi-dong, laying the foundation for its academic future. The university expanded further, opening the International Campus in 1979 and the Gwangneung Campus in 1984, fostering a comprehensive and future-oriented academic framework. Today, Kyung Hee University is one of South Korea’s leading comprehensive universities, home to 34,388 undergraduate students, 8,809 graduate students, and 1,378 full-time faculty members. It operates 23 colleges, 95 departments, and 15 graduate schools, continuing its commitment to academic excellence and global engagement (as of 2024).

Founded in 1946, Pusan National University (PNU) is Korea’s first comprehensive national university and the leading flagship national university in research and education. Ranked No. 1 among Korea’s national universities and No. 449 worldwide—placing in the top 5.1% of universities assessed—in the 2027 QS World University Rankings, PNU builds on 80 years of academic excellence with a forward-looking commitment to discovery and innovation. PNU continues to advance through major national initiatives (Glocal University designation, BK21 FOUR Program, Korea National University Development Project, and University Innovation Support Project) Across 16 colleges and 101 departments, more than 30,000 students and 1,300 faculty members contribute to education and research across a broad range of disciplines. As AI reshapes education and society, PNU is advancing AI-enabled education and research while preparing future leaders to use technology with creativity, expertise, and responsibility. PNU’s global network extends to 717 universities and institutions across 64 countries and regions, fostering global academic exchange. PNU is also the sixth university in Korea to join the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU), following Seoul National University, Korea University, Yonsei University, KAIST, and POSTECH. By connecting researchers, students, industry partners, and communities across borders, PNU strengthens global collaboration and creates shared value for its region, Korea, and the wider world.