Presenting a New Development Model for 21st Century Global Women’s Universities
Declaration of the Third Founding at Sookmyung’s 120th Anniversary in 2026
If the 20th century was an era of combating gender discrimination, the 21st century is a time when the value of women becomes central and leading. The vision that can continue Sookmyung’s traditional values is ‘global.’
Starting from the spirit of national salvation and patriotism in 1906, Sookmyung has now poised itself to advance as a global role model in women’s education, helping and collaborating on global women’s issues and growth, and evolving into an OutthinkersSookmyung that contributes to future society and nurtures female leaders.
As Sookmyung grows into a global women’s university, it will harness the cultural platform of Hallyu (Korean Wave) as a driving force for development, creating future value. By using Hallyu as a platform where all disciplines, including technology and humanities, can converge, Sookmyung will expand the scope of education and research and build its brand image as an international exchange hub.
As Sookmyung celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2026, it has proven itself as a genuine incubator of female leaders in our society throughout its long history. Rather than resting on its laurels, Sookmyung announces the Third Founding as a new momentum and opportunity for advancement. Building on the identity and values of ‘the nation’s first women’s university’ that has been upheld for 120 years, Sookmyung will write a new chapter in the history of global women’s universities.
We ask for your support in this leap forward for Sookmyung, under the banner of communication and participation.
Thank you.
President Shiyeun Moon, Ph.D.