The Dental Hygiene Department at Gachon University has raised a total of 33 million won to support its development, marking the department's 30th anniversary on November 11.
According to Gachon University, the development fund consists of 15 million won pledged by five faculty members and 18 million won from the alumni association.
Faculty and alumni collaborated to reflect on the past 30 years and contribute to improving the educational environment and nurturing future students.
The fund donation ceremony was attended by Gachon University President Lee Gil-yeo, Senior Vice President Choi Mi-ri, Vice President Yoon Won-jung, and faculty members from the Dental Hygiene Department. Alumni association representatives included President Jang Eun-joo and Vice President Jo Eun-deok.
President Lee expressed gratitude to the faculty and alumni for their contributions and presented them with plaques of appreciation.
"On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the department, I thank the faculty and alumni for coming together to support the development of the department and the training of future generations," Lee said.
He added, "I hope the donated development fund will be used effectively to enhance education and research, helping to cultivate outstanding talent."
Meanwhile, the Dental Hygiene Department plans to strengthen collaboration between faculty and alumni and continue its efforts for sustainable development and nurturing future talent following this fundraising initiative.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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