Sogang University
| Sogang University | |
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| 서강대학교 | |
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| Motto | Obedire Veritati (Latin) 진리에 순종하라 (Korean) |
| Motto in English | Be obedient to the truth. |
| Established | 1960 |
| Type | Private |
| Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic Church, Society of Jesus |
| President | Lee Jong-wook |
| Academic staff | 374 (full-time) 607 (adjunct) |
| Admin. staff | 234 |
| Students | 15,097 |
| Undergraduates | 11,516 |
| Postgraduates | 3,581 |
| Location | Seoul, South Korea |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Cardinal |
| Mascot | Albatross |
| Affiliations | ACUCA |
| Website | www.sogang.ac.kr/english |
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| Korean name | |
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| Hangul | 서강대학교 |
| Hanja | 西江大學校 |
| Revised Romanization | Seogang Daehakgyo |
| McCune–Reischauer | Sŏgang Taehakkyo |
Sogang University (hangul: 서강대학교 hanja: 西江大學校) is one of the leading research and liberal arts universities in Seoul, South Korea.
The University was established in 1960 by the Society of Jesus to provide education based on the Catholic beliefs and inspired by the Jesuit educational philosophy, such as Georgetown University in the U.S and Sophia University in Japan.
It ranked 1st in Korea among 4-year universities without medical schools in JoongAng Ilbo University Ranking Evaluation in 2008 and 2nd in Korea in terms of reputation of graduates' ability in Chosun Ilbo University Ranking Evaluation in 2009.
In addition to providing university education, the Korean Language Education Center at Sogang teaches Korean as a foreign language to students from around the world.
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[edit] History
[edit] Beginnings,The Early Years (1948-1959)
At the initiative of the Catholic Hierarchy of Korea, Pope Pius XII gave assurance that a Catholic institution of higher learning would have been founded in Korea. Later he entrusted the task to the Society of Jesus(Sep,1948) Fr. Theodor Geppert, S.J. from Sophia University in Tokyo came to Korea and started searching for a suitable site to establish a Jesuit college in Korea.(Oct,1954) Fr. Leo Burns, S.J., Superior of the Wisconsin Province came to Korea and, together with the Catholic Hierarchy, began negotiations with the Government for the foundation of the college.(Feb,1955) The Society of Jesus purchased a property of 67,075 Pyong (217,323 sq. meters, 53 acres) at Nogo San, Sinsu-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul.(Jan,1957). Work begins to prepare the site for the Administration Building. The Administration Building, which the work had begun to prepare the site for in 1957, reached completion (Nov,1959)
[edit] Foundation of Sogang College (1960s)
The founding Fathers decided to name the college "Sogang" (The West of Han River). The Charter for Sogang College was granted by the Ministry of Education. Fr. Kenneth E. Killoren, S.J. was installed as the first President.(Feb,1960) Sogang College opened its doors with six departments (Economics, English Language and Literature, History, Mathematics, Philosophy and Physics). Out of 600 applicants 166 were admitted as the first class of Sogang College. Classes began on the 18 of April, 1960, just one day before the April Revolution.(Apr, 1960) A University Charter was granted by the Ministry of Education and Sogang College became Sogang University. A full University consisting of Liberal Arts College with six departments, College of Science and Engineering with five departments and Commerce College with three departments(Dec,1969)
[edit] Growth of Sogang University (1970s)
On March 2, 1970, the Inauguration and the president's Installation was held at Mary Hall. Fr. John P. Daly, S.J. took office as the first President. The president emphasized 'Education Based on Belief and Reason' On April 7, 1970, President Park Chung-hee donated two buses to help transport faculty and staff. Later, because of difficulties of management, the two buses had to be sold. As Sogang began life as a full university, there was an increase in student numbers and the Library, which had moved to Ricci Hall, became extremely congested with students, so there was an urgent need for an independent library building. Construction of the Library to the north of the Sports Field began in January 1973 and was completed on December 20. The Campus Festival was not only an annual event, but it began to be seen as a means of encouraging students' solidarity. Sogang's festival turned into a real campus festival in 1969, when a series of academic symposium were included in the program
[edit] Development of Sogang University (1980s)
On April 24, 1985, a ceremony to commemorate Sogang's 25th Anniversary was held. Guests at this ceremony included Fr. Geppert, one of the first Jesuits to come to Korea and the person who is recognized as Sogang's Founder
1979 Nobel Peace Prize winner Mother Teresa visited Sogang in May, 1981 and gave two lectures, one in the Auditorium and the other at the basketball court, at which she appealed for all people to practice true love. In 1984 the Korean Catholic Church celebrated its bicentennial. To celebrate this anniversary, Pope John Paul II visited Korea on May 5. The Pope came to Sogang to meet with the members of the religious orders, Brothers, Nuns, and Priests at the Gymnasium, and with Korean intellectuals at the Auditorium.
[edit] Soaring of Sogang University (1990s)
The most meaningful event among the 30th Anniversary Commemoration business was the unveiling of the Albatross. The statue, that symbolizes the Albatross soaring with its great white wings, was made through donations gathered by the Alumni Association and was presented at the April 17 unveiling ceremony. Sogang's appearance changed during the 90's. First of all, the Front Gate, the face of the school was rebuilt in marble and the Albatross was built directly in front of it. The previous small playground was renamed Cheongnyeon Gwanjang(Youth Square) and given a neater look. As new buildings were built, there was a shortage in parking space, so an underground parking lot was built under the Albatross Square. In November 1997, with the completion of the underground parking lot, stage facilities for various cultural events were constructed above it
[edit] University symbol
The cardinal color, which is also the university color, symbolizes love, the holy spirit, martyr, loyalty, and victory. The silver chevron comes from the first letter 'ㅅ' of 서강(Sogang), representing the intellect spirit of Sogang, and an Ivory tower. 'IHS' comes from the first letters of the Greek name Ιησους(ΙΗΣΟΥΣ) of Jesus and is also found on the seal of the Society of Jesus, the Catholic order that founded the university. The medieval crown stands for the Virgin and Trinity, meaning wisdom.
[edit] Reputation
Sogang University 1st in NCSI in years 1998, 1999, 2003, 2004 and 2006. The National Customer Satisfaction Index (NCSI) is an index model based on the modeling of the degree of satisfaction of the final consumers.
[edit] Rankings
- Ranked 1st in KOREA (among the 4-year universities without medical school), [2008 JoongAng Ilbo University Ranking Evaluation][1]
- Ranked 2nd in KOREA, on the reputation of graduates' ability(Only behind the Seoul National University) [2009 Chosun Ilbo University Evaluation][2]
- Ranked 28th in ASIA, on Arts & Humanities [2010 THE - QS Asian University Rankings][3]
- Ranked 38th in ASIA, on Social Sciences [2010 THE - QS Asian University Rankings][4]
- Ranked 154th in the WORLD, on Arts & Humanities [2009 THE - QS World University Rankings][5]
- Ranked 244th in the WORLD, on Social Sciences [2009 THE - QS World University Rankings][5]
[edit] College of Business Administration
In October 2009 Sogang University earned an accreditation of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) in business.[6]
One of Top Five Business Schools in Korea, top 1% of High School Graduates on their college entrance exam, located close to the Financial Hub in Seoul, highest Job-Landing Ratio for Undergraduates (In years 2006, 2007 and 2008, the percentages of employment in major companies measured by the ministry of education have been 55.1%, 53.3% and 54.9% for each. It has ranked first among every university in Korea in a row.)
[edit] College of Economics and “Sogang School”
The College has made significant contribution to the rapid economic growth of Korea during the last four decades. Some of its faculty members have been deeply involved in the design of the economic development program by assuming top level cabinet positions in the government. Due to these important engagements, a group of economists, affiliated with the College and engaged in policy-making, has earned the unique name of “Sogang School.” And the College has risen immediately to contend with the top economics departments in Korea. Based upon this reputation, the College has consistently attracted young talents of the highest caliber, mostly top 1% in the national college entrance exam. Reflecting its excellent research capacity, the College has been ranked among top 3 economics departments in Korea in terms of international journal publications.
[edit] Organizations
[edit] Undergraduate Programs
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[edit] Graduate Programs
[edit] Korean Language Education Center[edit] Research Institutes
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[edit] Notable Faculty and Alumni
[edit] Faculty
- Yoon Nung-min, (1927~2009)professor of chemistry
- Gang Tae-wook, professor of chemistry
- Lee Ki-baek, (1924~2004)professor of history
- Chang Young-hee, (1952~2009)professor of English literature
- Choe Yun, professor of French literature
- Lee Seong-ik, (1952~2010)professor of physics
- Kim Seung-hee, professor of Korean literature
- Woo Chan-je, professor of Korean literature
- Seong Ho-gyeong, professor of Korean literature
- Nam Deok-woo, former professor of economics(1964~1969)
- Kim Man-je, former professor of economics
- Lee Seung-yoon, former professor of economics
- Cho Jang-ok, professor of economics
- Kim Gyeong-man, professor of sociology
- Son Ho-cheol, professor of political science
- Kang Jung-in, professor of political science
- Kim Yeong-Soo, professor of political science
- Lee Geun-wook, professor of political science
- Seo Dong-wook, professor of philosophy
[edit] Alumni
Business / Commerce
- Kim Seok-won, chairman of SsangYong Group
- Steve Kim, CEO of SYK Global
- Lee Won-young, CEO of Hanjin
- Chung Jae-kwan, former CEO of Hyundai Corporation
- Park Sang-jun, former CEO of SK Communications
- Kim Young-ki, vice president of LG Electronics
- Cho Won-kook, former vice president of Samsung Electronics
- Min Yoo-sung, president of Korea Development Bank
- Lee Hee-sung, CEO of Intel Korea
- Lee Hwi-sung, CEO of IBM Korea
- Han Jong-hoon, vice president of Hankook Hewlett-Packard
- Kim Ho-yeon, former president of Bingrae
- Lee Kun-young, CEO of Bingrae
- Lee Duck-hoon, former president of Woori Bank
- Lee Jung-chul, CEO of Woori Asset Management
- Kim Kyung-ryok, CEO of Mirae-Asset Investment
- Moon Ae-ran, CEO of Well Communications Korea
- Choi Hwi-young. CEO of NHN
- Hwang Woo-jin, CEO of Prudential Insurance
- Kim Nak-hoei, CEO of Cheil Worldwide
- Jeon Seong-bin, BOD chairwoman of Shinhan Financial Group
- Yoon Seok-min, CEO of Heungkook Asset Management
- Kim Seong-il, CEO of Hanhwa Investment Trust Management
- Lee Sang-don, vice president of Korea Exchange Bank
- Seo Hong-pyo, CEO of Haagen-Dazs Korea
- Lee Jang-gyu, vice president of Hite
- Namgoong Hoon, CEO of CJ Internet
Politic
- Park Geun-hye, presidential candidate of the conservative Grand National Party in 2007 presidential election, congresswoman of the National Assembly of South Korea
- Choi Soon-hong, United Nations Chief Information Technology Officer at the level of Assistant Secretary-General
- Kim Tae-young, Republic of Korea Minister of National Defense
- Chun Yeo-ok, congresswoman of National Assembly of South Korea
- Kwan tak-ki, congressman of National Assembly of South Korea
- Seo byung-soo, congressman of National Assembly of South Korea
- Jung Han-young, former congressman of National Assembly of South Korea
- Jang Sung-min, former congressman of National Assembly of South Korea
Academia
- Chang Ho-sung, president of Dankook University.
- Lee Bae-yong, president of Ewha Women's University.
- Lee Jong-wook, professor of history and president of Sogang University.
- Park hee-jong, president of Kwandong University.
- Jeong Jin-soo, professor of Department of art at Sungkyunkwan University
- Woo Chan-je, professor of Korean literature and critic
- Seo Dong-wook, professor of philosophy
- Kim Yeong-soo, professor of North Korean studies
- Cho Jang-ok, professor of economics
- Nam Seong-il, professor of economics
Broadcasting & Entertainment
- Park Chan-wook, film director, won Grand-Prix award from 2004 Cannes Film Festival, France
- Choi Dong-hun, film director.
- Yoon Tae-yong, film director.
- Lee Jung-hyang, film director.
- Im Chul-woo, film director.
- Kim Dong-won, film director, won Freedom of Expression Award from 2003 Sundance Film Festival, USA
- Lee Kwang-hoon, film director
- Kim Joon-seok, music director.
- Kim Cheol-li, artistic director.
- Ahn Jung-hyo, novelist and literary translator.
- Kim Kyong-hae, founder of Communications Korea.
- Park Seo-rak, singer, video jockey.
- Moon Sung-keun, actor
- Jeon Han-yong, actor
- Go Joo-won, actor
- Song Joo-yeon, musical actor, fashion model
- Yang hee-eun, singer
- Jeon Tae-gwan, singer
- Kim Na-gyeong, cartoonist
- Park Hee-jung, 2006 Miss Korea "Mi"
- Son Jung-eun, news-anchor at MBC
- Lee Jung-min, news-anchor at MBC ESPN
- Kim Kyeong-joo, poet
- Han Yu-na, singer
[edit] Controversies
In July 2010 four professors in the department of Business Administration were dismissed after exposing the mishandling of grant funds by a fellow professor. The professors appealed to the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology. Neither the four professors nor the university was satisfied with the Appeal Commission's ruling, with both sides filing suit.[7]
[edit] References
- ^ http://blog.naver.com/modestham?Redirect=Log&logNo=50037215316
- ^ http://blog.naver.com/yoo21?Redirect=Log&logNo=60067403857
- ^ http://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/asian-university-rankings/arts-humanities
- ^ http://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/asian-university-rankings/social-sciences
- ^ a b http://www.topuniversities.com/university/568/soganguniversity
- ^ http://www.mba-channel.com/channel/article/aacsb-south-korea/ MBA Channel: South Korea on the rise
- ^ http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/nation/2011/06/117_88923.html
[edit] External links
- (English) Sogang University official Web site
- (Korean) Sogang University official Web site
- (English) Sogang University - Graduate School of International Studies official GSIS Web site
- Loyola Library, Sogang University Main Library of Sogang University
- Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sogang University
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