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Sehan University Wins Top Prize in the 2025 Living Lab Project Competition
Sehan University (President Choi Mee-Soon) and the Jeollanam-do RISE Project Group (Leader Kang Jeong-il) won the Top Prize in the 2025 Living Lab Project Competition held on February 4, 2026. The competition aimed to share the outcomes of university living lab initiatives conducted through regional collaborative projects at the city and county levels, while promoting innovative community-based practices through public exhibitions.   The event brought together approximately 50 participants, including representatives and evaluators from six universities in the western region of Jeollanam-do.   Sehan University currently offers specialized programs in the Departments of Nursing, Physical Therapy, and Sports Rehabilitation, along with regionally integrated courses designed to cultivate comprehensive healthcare professionals capable of addressing local health promotion needs.   In addition, the university operates the “Sehan University Home Care Project Group” and the “Human Care Professional Training Project Group.” By leveraging its accumulated expertise and human resources, the university has developed sustainable health promotion and integrated care programs that provide high-quality services to the local community.   In 2025, Sehan University implemented several flagship programs, including the “Resident Education Program for Senior Managers,” “Home-Based Health Promotion and Integrated Care Project,” and “Village-Level On-Site Health Promotion and Integrated Care Services.” Through these...
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[Special Feature] “A Choice to Prepare for the Future” — Beginning a Four-Year Journey at Sehan University
The criteria for choosing a university are changing. In the past, many students focused primarily on a university’s reputation or size. Today, however, greater emphasis is placed on personal development after graduation. Students increasingly ask themselves: Who will I become in four years? What experiences will I gain, and how will I grow into someone capable of facing future challenges? As industries evolve at an unprecedented pace, the nature of work continues to change. Universities are no longer simply places for acquiring knowledge; they must also serve as environments that actively prepare students for their future careers. As a result, education that combines theory with practical experience—allowing students to apply what they learn and produce tangible outcomes—has become increasingly important. In response to these changes, Sehan University has implemented major-focused specialized education, clearly highlighting the strengths of each academic discipline. Its colleges and departments maintain close connections with industry and professional fields, designing curricula that naturally link students’ four years of study with their career pathways after graduation. ■ Teacher Education Programs — Building Classroom Experience Over Four Years Sehan University’s teacher education programs—including the Departments of Special Education, Technical Education, and Early Childhood Education—closely integrate theory with practice. Beginning...
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  Sehan University Holds 2026 Entrance Ceremonies for Freshmen at Dangjin and Yeongam Campuses
Sehan University (President Choi Mee-Soon) held the 2026 Freshman Entrance Ceremony on March 3 at its Dangjin Campus (10:00 a.m.) and Yeongam Campus (2:00 p.m.). A total of 858 new students attended the ceremonies along with their parents, faculty members, and staff. The program included an academic report, the declaration of admission approval, the freshmen oath, and a welcome address. Among the 858 new students, 811 are undergraduate freshmen and 47 are graduate students. In her welcome speech, President Choi Mee-Soon stated, “As you take your first step onto the university campus today, I sincerely congratulate and welcome you as new members of the proud Sehan University community, beginning a new journey of learning together with our faculty and staff.” She added, “For more than 30 years, our university has embraced change and challenges in pursuit of educational innovation. From implementing a major self-selection system to foster creative and convergent talent, establishing the RISE system to strengthen partnerships with the local community, and introducing AI-supported online and offline Learning Management Systems (LMS), to building an AX-based integrated platform for educational innovation and developing an integrated student growth management system, we have continuously responded to the needs of the times.” She...
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Sehan University Launches Four Major Educational Infrastructure Facilities, Accelerating the Development of Practice-Oriented T
On March 3, Sehan University held an inauguration ceremony at its Yeongam Campus for four new facilities: the Sehan Physical Training Center, the Lifelong Education Research & Learning Zone, the Nursing Department Simulation Center, and the Nightingale Lounge. The opening of these facilities is part of the university’s mid- to long-term strategy to expand its educational infrastructure in order to enhance students’ competencies, promote cooperation with the local community, and cultivate practice-oriented professionals. The Sehan Physical Training Center, located on the first floor of the gymnasium, is a professional sports training facility equipped with science-based training and analysis systems. Through body composition analysis equipment and personalized exercise programs, the center will be open not only to students and faculty members but also to local residents, creating an open health service platform. In particular, the center will be integrated with sports-related academic programs and practical training, serving as a hub for nurturing application-oriented talent with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The Lifelong Education Research & Learning Zone, located on the first floor of the Welcome Center, was established as part of the Jeollanam-do RISE Project and serves as a customized learning space for adult learners. The area is equipped with...
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Sehan University has launched the “Sehan Physical Training Center” as part of its efforts to enhance student health and well-be
On March 3 at 5:00 p.m., Sehan University (President Choi Mee-Soon) held a grand opening ceremony for the “Sehan Physical Training Center” at the student gymnasium on its Yeongam Campus. The event was part of the “Student Gymnasium Environment Improvement Project,” which aims to modernize aging sports facilities, provide a safe and comfortable training environment for student athletes, and enhance both their athletic performance and overall well-being. The ceremony was attended by major university officials, including President Choi, the Dean of the Graduate School, the Director of Academic Affairs and Admissions, the Director of Planning, the Director of Administration, the Head of the Industry–Academic Cooperation Foundation, and the Director of the Lifelong Education Institute. Department heads, supervising professors, coaches, and student athletes also participated in the event to celebrate the center’s new beginning. The event was hosted by the Minister of Sports, Kim Hyung-woo, and proceeded in the following order: the opening declaration and progress report, a screening of an introductory video about Sehan University athletics, a commemorative address by the president, the plaque unveiling and ribbon-cutting ceremony, cake cutting, a group photo session, and a tour of the gymnasium. In particular, the video shown before the ceremony highlighted the...
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Park In-hee, a member of the Taekwondo team of Lingyan County Sehan Public Sports Club, won the third place at the 54th Nationa
The Taekwondo team of Lingyan CountySehan Public Sports Club participated in the 54th National Youth Sports Congress hosted by the Korean Sports Association in Gimhae City, Gyeongsangnam-do from May 24 to 27,2025, and achieved valuable results. This conference is the largest youth sports event in South Korea, featuring the most potential athletes. All events showcased a high level of competitive spirit. The World Han Taekwondo Team demonstrated their solid strength through rigorous training and outstanding performance. Notably, Park In-hee from the girls' elementary university-36kg category stood out among strong competitors, securing third place and bringing honor to Jeollanam-do. With excellent skills and stable control of the game, Park In-hee won the precious bronze medal in many rounds of fierce competition, fully demonstrating her own strength and the excellent training results of the club. This event is not only an acknowledgement of the players' competitive level, but also an important opportunity for the team to move to a higher stage in the future. Coach Shin Hee-won said, "I am very proud of the players' achievements in the national competition. In the future, I will continue to improve my training and strength with the goal of cultivating players for the national team...
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Sehan Volunteer Corps (Lingyan Campus) faculty and staff carry out volunteer service-Practice warmth sharing, working together
On May 23,2025, Lingyan Campus of our university organized a volunteer service activity involving faculty and staff to improve the campus environment, practice shared values and demonstrate the social responsibility of higher education institutions. A total of 26 faculty members and teaching assistants from the Sehan Volunteer Corps (Lingyan Campus) actively participated in this event, focusing on cleaning, organizing, and maintaining the living environment around the buildings on the Lingyan Campus. This volunteer service particularly highlighted the faculty members' spirit of voluntary participation, reflecting the strong cohesion and public welfare awareness within the university. Volunteer Team Leader Jin Baona stated that this event not only provided a platform for faculty and staff to practice the values of 'sharing and service' but also created a cleaner and more pleasant campus environment. In the future, Sehan Volunteer Team will continue to promote a variety of volunteer service projects, further strengthen ties with the local community, and strive to become a model educational institution that actively fulfills its social responsibilities. Through this activity,Sehan University once again demonstrated the educational concept of "serving the society and contributing to the region", and laid a solid foundation for building a cooperative mechanism of benign interaction, symbiosis...
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Sehan Volunteer Corps signed a business agreement with Tangjin Love House
On the morning of May 27,2025, at 11:00 AM, our university held a signing ceremony for a business agreement with Tangjin Love Home on the third floor. The event aimed to encourage the Sehan Volunteer Corps and students from the Social Welfare Counseling program to actively participate in volunteer services. It also sought to promote more systematic and organized regional service projects, thereby enhancing practical skills. Through these volunteer activities, the university aims to embody its core educational values of creativity, character, and initiative, and to nurture Sehan individuals with a strong sense of social responsibility. The signing ceremony of this agreement was presided over by Kim Myeong-kyung, the head of the World Han University Volunteer Corps and a professor in the Department of Social Welfare Counseling. Also present were Lee Kyung-soo, director of the Adult Learning Support Center and a professor in the same department, Professor Kwon Seok-yong from the Data Management Program, and other staff members of the Volunteer Corps. On the Tangjin Love Home side, President Kim Jong-jin and Facility Director Kim Sung-sil attended. According to the business agreement, the two sides will cooperate in a number of areas: activating the social welfare service support system, promoting...
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Our university has been selected for the 2025 University Sports Team Evaluation and Support Project
On May 30,2025, our university was successfully selected for the "2025 University Sports Team Evaluation and Support Project" hosted by the Korean University Sports General Council (KUSF). The project, jointly supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the National Sports Promotion Corporation, aims to enhance the overall competitiveness of university sports by strengthening operational support for university sports teams. Additionally, the project encourages universities to improve self-management and promote the standardized development of university sports. The evaluation includes 21 indicators, such as infrastructure and resource allocation, athlete management and support measures, recruitment and development potential of student athletes, coaching staff allocation and professional capabilities, and social cooperation of university sports teams. Sehan University performed well across all evaluation indicators and was awarded an annual project support fund of 53 million won. With the selection, our university will further strengthen the support for the training funds, equipment purchase and competition participation of students in sports teams, and expand personalized training and curriculum arrangement, so as to promote the dual-track training mode of "study + sports". Cui Meishun, director of the university, said: "Our team's management system is professional and advanced, which fully proves that our university stands out...
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Sehan University will hold academic information library cultural activities for the 2025 academic year
To promote and share the university culture project for the 2025 academic year, our university organized the 'Academic Information Library Cultural Activities' on May 19 (Monday) at Lingyan Campus and on May 28 (Wednesday) at Tangjin Campus. These events attracted a large number of local residents, including faculty, staff, and students, who actively participated. The event was warmly received and well-received. The cultural event was organized by the Academic Information Library ofSehan University and co-organized by several university institutions, including the Center for Professor Learning and Development, the Student Counseling Center, the Entrepreneurship Education Center and the Support Center for Disabled Students. The event aims to provide participants with a variety of information and cultural experiences, and promote knowledge sharing and emotional communication. The theme of this year's cultural activities is "Korean Culture and Global Etiquette (K-Culture & Global Manners)". At the Lingyan campus, Professor Wen Xin from the Department of Nursing delivered an engaging lecture. At the Tangjin campus, Professor Li Enxi from the Department of Aviation Services gave a highly acclaimed special lecture. Both events were highly praised by the participants. Notably, Professor Jeong Hye-ryun, the current director of the Academic Information Library, not only organized the event...
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