Daegu Catholic University has launched a China alumni association, aiming to strengthen ties among graduates based in the country and expand its international cooperation network.
The university announced Wednesday that it recently held a founding ceremony and alumni exchange event at the InterContinental Hotel in Qingdao, China, drawing more than 130 attendees, including alumni from across China and representatives from local hagwon agencies.
The event was organized to invigorate exchanges among graduates active throughout China and to deepen cooperation with the university through the alumni network.
Alumni and hagwon representatives from Beijing, Shanghai and Shandong attended, along with university officials including President Seong Han-gi and International Affairs Director Yun Jong-in.
The program included a university overview, a report on key achievements and international exchange earnings, and commendations for outstanding partner institutions. The ceremony then moved to the inauguration of the association's first president, introductions of prominent alumni, and a networking session to mark the launch and share plans for future cooperation.
Zhu Yunfeng, an attorney practicing in China, was inaugurated as the association's first president. "I will work to make the China alumni association a hub that goes beyond connecting graduates — one that helps members grow and contributes to the development of our alma mater," Zhu said.
Honorary President Yang Jun donated 20 million won ($15,100) to a development fund to support the association's stable launch and long-term growth.
President Seong said it was meaningful that alumni active across China had gathered again through their shared connection to the university. "I hope this founding of the alumni association will strengthen bonds among graduates and serve as a foundation for exchange linking the university and China," he said.
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