Professors from the Department of Beauty Industry at Sungshin Women s University Visited in Person, Providing Education on Korean-Style Beauty and Global Trends K-Beauty Demonstrates Its Potential to Grow into an International Educational Platform Connecting Culture, Arts, and Industry Officials from Sungshin Women s University pose for a commemorative photo with students of the Sungshin Beauty Study Abroad Class after delivering the K-Beauty and Makeup Special Lecture at Qiaosi Vocational High School in Zhejiang Province, China.Sungshin Women s University Held a K-Beauty and Makeup Special Lecture at Qiaosi Vocational High School (杭州市乔司职业高级中学) in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province on October 30.The lecture was conducted on-site by professors from the Department of Beauty Industry at Sungshin Women s University. Approximately 80 students from the school s Sungshin Beauty Study Abroad Class (诚信女子大学留学班) participated, gaining firsthand experience in Korean-style beauty education and global beauty trends.Under the theme K-Beauty, Beyond Trend Korean Beauty Enhanced by Global Sensibility, the program featured Professor Joo-Deok Kim (Cosmetics Major), who lectured on the development of the K-beauty industry, and Professors Jisoo Han and Kyeong Lee (Makeup Major), who provided instruction on the latest makeup trends and practical K-makeup techniques. Designed as an integrated class combining theory and hands-on practice, the program allowed students to cultivate both technical expertise and aesthetic sensibility through live demonstrations and individualized feedback.Sungshin Women s University dispatches faculty members each semester to provide practice-oriented Korean beauty education on site. Through this special lecture, the university not only delivered the expertise and educational influence of its Department of Beauty Industry directly to local students but also demonstrated K-beauty s growth into an international educational platform that connects technology, culture, arts, and industry.President Seong-Keun Yi of Sungshin Women s University stated, Sungshin Women s University is leading the globalization of K-beauty education and is committed to fostering globally minded, interdisciplinary talents who will shape the future of the beauty industry. Our collaboration with Qiaosi Vocational High School serves as an important milestone in promoting the excellence of Korean beauty education on the global stage. He added, We plan to further expand cooperation through continued faculty dispatch, international seminars, and joint research, strengthening global networks across the beauty, fashion, and cultural industries, and advancing as a university at the forefront of international collaboration and the global spread of Korean beauty education.

The official launch of the Korea China Joint Music Performance (Vocal) Program marks a significant achievement, presenting a new model of international cooperation through the artsCurrently, a total of four Korea China joint programs are being operated in the fields of beauty, fashion, and vocal musicProfessors and students from Sungshin Women s University s Department of Vocal Music and Hebei University of Communication s College of Music pose for a commemorative photo after the Korea China Friendship University Concert. Sungshin Women s University (President Yi Seong-Keun) held the Korea China Friendship University Concert on October 29 at Hebei University of Communication in China.This concert commemorated the launch of the joint bachelor s degree program in Music Performance (Vocal) , co-operated by Sungshin Women s University and Hebei University of Communication, which officially began in September and welcomed its first cohort of 42 students. Faculty members and students from both universities participated in the event.The Music Performance (Vocal) major jointly operated by Sungshin and Hebei University of Communication is a dual-degree (3+1) program officially approved by China s Ministry of Education. Students spend three years at Hebei University studying Korean language and major courses designed by Sungshin Women s University, and then complete their final year at Sungshin s College of Music in Korea. Upon graduation, they receive bachelor s degrees from both universities.This Korea China joint program is the result of sustained exchange and cooperation between the two universities since establishing a sisterhood relationship in 2018. It is regarded as a leading example of higher education collaboration between Korea and China in the field of arts education. Through this program, Sungshin Women s University aims to nurture vocal music professionals with both global perspectives and practical competencies by combining Korea s advanced music education system with China s strong artistic infrastructure.President Yi Seong-Keun stated, The full-scale operation of the Korea China Joint Music Performance (Vocal) Program represents a new model of international cooperation through the arts. Sungshin Women s University will continue to foster global talents who connect cultures and communicate through music by promoting world-class arts education. Currently, Sungshin Women s University operates four Korea China joint programs in the fields of beauty, fashion, and vocal music, with plans to accommodate up to 1,180 Chinese students. The university continues to solidify its position as a leading institution in Korea for joint educational programs with China.

Sungshin Women s University proves the excellence of its fashion education on the global stageOn stage, the menswear pieces displayed on the left and right sides were the works of student designer Wang YijieWang Yijie, an undergraduate student majoring in Fashion Design under the Korea China Joint Program at the Department of Fashion Industry, Sungshin Women s University, made a remarkable appearance as an officially invited designer at the Golden Age fashion show during London Fashion Week on the 22nd of last month a rare achievement for an undergraduate student. Wang, who is pursuing a dual degree at Sungshin Women s University and Hebei University of Science and Technology (河北科技大学), is a 2022 student of the joint program in fashion design. This milestone marks the first time that a student nurtured through the educational collaboration between the two universities has demonstrated creativity and professionalism on a global fashion stage. It stands as a significant achievement showcasing Sungshin Women s University s international educational capacity and global competitiveness in fashion education. The Golden Age fashion show at London Fashion Week, themed Ethereal Balance of Ages, presented experimental works that transcended the boundaries between tradition and modernity, art and practicality. Wang s menswear designs were praised by fashion experts in London for their sophisticated use of materials and architectural silhouettes. Through this global platform, Wang also launched his own brand, HUBING SELECTS: Equal Ethereal, marking his debut as a professional fashion designer. President Yi Seong-keun of Sungshin Women s University stated, It is a great accomplishment that a student from the Korea China Joint Program has been officially invited to one of the world s leading fashion stages, London Fashion Week. This achievement demonstrates the global competitiveness of Sungshin s Department of Clothing Industry and represents the first tangible success of the Korea China Joint Program on the international stage. We will continue to strengthen interdisciplinary education in fashion, art, and culture to help our students showcase their creativity and professionalism in various global industries.

International students who participated in the Chuseok Together event Sungshin Women s University (President Yi Seong-Keun) held the Chuseok Together event for international students on Monday, October 6, in the lobby of the Sungshin Hall on campus.The event was organized to help international students, who spend the holiday period away from their families and hometowns, experience Korea s traditional culture firsthand and share the warmth and spirit of community.To share the meaning of Chuseok, Korea s representative holiday, Sungshin Women s University prepared a program where students could experience Korean cultural content including tasting and making songpyeon (traditional rice cakes) and learning about Korean festive customs. Participants also shared songpyeon and enjoyed watching the animated film K-Pop Demon Hunters , allowing them to experience the warmth of Korean family culture and the festive atmosphere.President Yi Seong-Keun said, Chuseok is a holiday that represents Korea s warm family traditions. I hope this event allowed our international students to experience the spirit of jeong (affection and community) and feel a stronger sense of belonging as members of the Sungshin community. He added, We will continue to offer a variety of exchange programs to help our international students enjoy a culturally and emotionally fulfilling university life. As of the Fall 2025 semester, Sungshin Women s University is home to about 1,400 international students from 42 countries and continues to operate various support programs that promote multicultural exchange and mutual understanding.

Expanding Cultural Understanding and Communication through Diverse Exchange ProgramsStudents Participating in the International Exchange Night EventSungshin Women s University (President Yi Seong-Keun) successfully hosted the 2025 Fall Semester International Networking Night event, Heungbu and Nolbu: Discovering the Secret in the Gourd, on September 25 at Sungshin Hall.The event, inspired by the traditional Korean folktale Heungbu and Nolbu, provided a meaningful opportunity for international students and Korean students to participate together, fostering mutual cultural understanding and exchange.In particular, both domestic and international students involved in Sungshin Global Friends an international student support program that includes major mentoring, buddy, and tutoring activities joined the event, adding further significance. Currently, Sungshin Women s University hosts 1,430 international students from 42 countries and actively supports various exchange activities to help them feel a sense of belonging as members of the university community and adapt smoothly to campus life.At the event, students experienced the values of cooperation, consideration, and responsibility through games inspired by the story of Heungbu and Nolbu. It served as a meaningful opportunity for students from different academic and cultural backgrounds to communicate naturally, better understand one another, and form closer bonds, while international students gained deeper insights into Korean culture.The Sungshin Global Friends program is a structured exchange system that supports both the adaptation of international students to campus life and the enhancement of Korean students global competencies. ▲ Major Mentoring pairs senior students with international degree-seeking students to assist with academic learning and daily life. ▲ Buddy Program matches international exchange students with one or two Korean students to support them in school life and everyday adaptation. ▲ Tutoring allows domestic and international students to learn each other s languages and share cultures, promoting both academic development and friendships.Lee Hyung-min, Director of the Office of International Affairs, stated, The International Exchange Night is closely connected to the Sungshin Global Friends program and provides an important opportunity to help international students adjust smoothly to university life. Moving forward, we will continue to expand programs where domestic and international students can grow and engage together.

Only five universities nationwide were selectedSelected for All Korea-Japan Scholarship Programs by NIIED, a Leading University in Japan ExchangeSungshin Women s University Donam-Soojung CampusOn September 16, Sungshin Women s University was officially selected as a host institution for the 2026 2027 Korea-Japan Joint Higher Education Student Exchange Program (Undergraduate One-Year Course), organized by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED).With this achievement, Sungshin has distinguished itself as one of only five universities in Korea to operate all four Japan-related scholarship programs administered by NIIED a milestone that once again demonstrates the university s strong global education capabilities. Recognized in All Japan-Related Scholarship Programs by NIIED Program NameEligibility PeriodTarget GroupScholarship BenefitsKorea Japan Joint Higher Education Student Exchange Program (Undergraduate One-Year Course)2023 2027Japanese exchange studentsRound-trip airfare; Monthly stipend (KRW 1.1 million); Tuition per semesterGKS Korea Japan Education Exchange Cooperation Program (Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor s/Associate)2023 2026Japanese new undergraduate studentsRound-trip airfare; Monthly stipend (KRW 1.1 million); Korean language training tuition; Tuition per semesterGKS Korea Japan Education Exchange Cooperation Program (Graduate Degree: Master s/Doctoral)2023 2026Japanese new graduate studentsRound-trip airfare; Monthly stipend (KRW 1.2 1.4 million); Korean language training tuition; Tuition per semesterKorea Japan Exchange Student Support Program2024 2025Korean exchange studentsRound-trip airfare; Monthly stipend (KRW 700,000)The host universities for this program were selected through ▲a comprehensive evaluation of curriculum management ▲student support services ▲internationalization capacity. Sungshin Women s University received high marks across all categories, recognized for its strong global education infrastructure, academic capacity, and extensive support for international students.This program is a scholarship initiative for outstanding Japanese exchange students, who are selected through a rigorous screening process conducted jointly by their home universities in Japan and Korea s National Institute for International Education (NIIED). Final awardees receive round-trip airfare and an annual stipend of KRW 13.2 million, while host universities are provided tuition support of up to KRW 5 million per semester per student.Since 2023, Sungshin has participated in the Korea Japan Joint Higher Education Student Exchange Program (Undergraduate Short-Term Course), consistently attracting and supporting outstanding Japanese exchange students. Building on this new selection, the university plans to further strengthen academic and cultural exchange with leading Japanese universities, provide systematic Korean language and culture education, and expand opportunities for Sungshin students to study abroad in Japan contributing to the qualitative growth of bilateral exchange programs.

Sungshin Expands Dedicated Facilities for International Students, Aiming to Become a Global Education HubTaking a commemorative photo at the unveiling ceremony of the Global Education Hall at Sungshin Women s UniversitySungshin Women s University (President Seong-Keun Yi) held a signboard unveiling ceremony for the new International Education Center on Wednesday, September 17, at 2 p.m. at the Soojung Campus in Seongbuk-gu, Seoul. The facility was formerly known as the Media Information Hall.Attended by more than 50 distinguished guests, including Sungshin Women s University President Seong-Keun Yi, the ceremony marked the official unveiling of the newly established Global Education Hall. The facility was introduced in response to the rapid increase in the number of international students studying at Sungshin, and to highlight the university s growing stature as a leading hub for global education.The Global Education Hall, formerly known as the Media Information Hall, has been fully renovated with a focus on internationalization and renamed to reflect its new mission. In particular, it has expanded classrooms for the Korean Language Institute to meet rising demand for Korean language education, while also strengthening infrastructure for systematic language and global education programs tailored to international students.President Seong-Keun Yi of Sungshin Women s University stated, The Global Education Hall is a symbolic space that represents Sungshin s leap forward as a global education hub. Going forward, it will play a vital role in expanding a global learning environment where students of diverse nationalities can learn and grow together. Meanwhile, Sungshin Women s University has been recognized as an Excellent Certified University for 11 consecutive years in the Ministry of Education s International Education Quality Assurance System (IEQAS) evaluation, the highest rating awarded. The university has also achieved significant results across a wide range of government-invited international scholarship programs, including the GKS undergraduate and graduate degree programs, the Korea-Japan Joint International Student Exchange Program, the Korea-Japan Future Talent Invitation Program, and the GKS University-Industry Cooperation (UIC) Program. Through these initiatives, along with diverse international scholarship and exchange projects, Sungshin has continued to expand its global reach. As of the 2025 Fall semester, the university hosts 773 language trainees from 23 countries, further solidifying its status as a global university.

International Students Participating in the 2025 Fall Semester Workshop for New Students and GKS Scholars at Sungshin Women s University Sungshin Women s University (President Seong-Keun Yi) held the 2025 Fall Semester Workshop for New and Transfer International Degree Students and GKS (Global Korea Scholarship) Scholars on September 6 at Nanhyangwon, a training center located in Dobong-gu, Seoul. The workshop, attended by around 180 participants including newly admitted international students in undergraduate and graduate programs from the 2025-2 semester, GKS government-invited scholars, and outstanding GKS exchange students was organized to support their smooth transition to academic and daily life in Korea. It also aimed to enhance understanding of the university and its key administrative services, foster a sense of belonging, and encourage interaction and friendship among international students. The international students, who are pursuing their majors while experiencing diverse aspects of Korean culture through Sungshin s specialized global education programs, engaged in a wide range of activities throughout the workshop. These included ▲an introduction to campus life ▲sessions on understanding Korean culture ▲team-building games and activities ▲as well as a barbecue dinner. The event provided valuable opportunities for students from various countries to broaden both their academic and cultural horizons while building strong connections with one another. As of the 2025 Fall semester, Sungshin Women s University is home to 1,430 international students from 42 countries and regions, including 793 language trainees, 422 undergraduate students, and 215 graduate students further solidifying its reputation as a truly global university. Notably, in February the university was once again recognized in the Ministry of Education s International Education Quality Assurance System (IEQAS) evaluation, achieving the highest Excellent rating for the 11th consecutive year, a testament to its outstanding long-term performance in ensuring the quality of international student education.Elshafey Hagar Khaled Ahmed Mohammed, a GKS government-invited scholar and master s student in Media and Communication, shared her impressions of the event: I enjoyed meeting friends from different countries through the workshop, and it was very helpful for me to better understand Korean culture and university life in Korea. Hyung-Min Lee, Director of Sungshin s Office of International Affairs, remarked: This workshop has greatly helped our new international students begin the semester with a stronger sense of belonging as members of Sungshin, while also supporting their quick adjustment to campus life. We will continue to provide dedicated support so that all international students can enjoy a stable and meaningful academic journey here.

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On August 11th, 2025 Sungshin Women s University warmly welcomed a distinguished delegation from Van Lang Saigon College (Vietnam) at Woonjeong Green Campus for the official signing ceremony of an Academic Cooperation Agreement between the two universities.The visiting delegation included President Truong Van Hung, Vice President Tran Thanh Nhan and Deputy Director of the Institute of International Education Nguyen Thi Hong Ly.Representing Sungshin were President Yi Seong Keun, Director of International Affairs Hyung Min Lee, Il Kim Head of the International Affairs and Services team, and two staff members.President Yi Seong Keun of Sungshin Women s University expressed his intention to offer one scholarship opportunity to a Van Lang Saigon College student, on the condition that the selected student, upon graduation, would be connected to a Sungshin-affiliated company for employment. Van Lang Saigon College will recommend a qualified candidate for this opportunity.In addition, Van Lang Saigon College extended an officially invitation to the President of Sungshin Women s University to attend the 5th Anniversary Celebration of its founding, to be held in December 2025.Following the signing, the delegation participated in a campus tour, visiting the Traditional Costume Museum, Art Gallery, and Department of Beauty Industry. Vice President Tran Thanh Nhan, who also serves as the Dean of the Beauty Department at Van Lang, expressed strong interest in Sungshin s Department of Beauty Industry after the tour, stating a desire to explore future collaboration specifically in this field.This MOU marks a meaningful step toward expanding international education cooperation between Korea and Vietnam and fostering future-ready global talent.

- Held annually for 12 consecutive years since 2014, even during the COVID-19 pandemic- All participating students receive overseas scholarships linked with overseas scholarship and granted academic credit.Sungshin Women s University (President President Seong-Keun Yi) will host the 2025 Summer Korea China Japan Asian Women s Leadership Program sequentially in South Korea, Japan, and China from August 7 to August 28, 2025.This program, one of Sungshin s flagship internationalization initiatives, has been jointly operated since 2014 with Showa Women s University in Japan and Shanghai International Studies University in China, with the aim of cultivating women s leadership. Remarkably, it continued without interruption even during the COVID-19 pandemic and marks its 12th year in 2025.Over a total of 21 nights and 22 days, the program will be held for 7 nights and 8 days at each location: Sungshin Women s University in Korea (August 7 14), Showa Women s University in Japan (August 14 21), and Shanghai International Studies University in China (August 21 28). The curriculum focuses on fostering the qualities of a global female leader through various activities, including:- English lectures on women s leadership- Special lectures by distinguished guest speakers- Team projects- Cultural experience programsAll participating students will be awarded an overseas scholarship and granted academic credit.Meanwhile, Sungshin Women s University continuing to grow as a global campus by offering diverse international exchange programs will also operate other multilateral global initiatives during the summer vacation, including a Korea ASEAN talent development and cultural exchange program. In addition, the university runs overseas training scholarship programs in a wide range of language regions, including the six official UN languages (Russian, Spanish, Arabic, English, Chinese, and French) as well as Japanese, German, Uzbek, and more, thereby actively supporting students in broadening their global experiences and diversifying their career paths even during the summer break.In the 2024 University Information Disclosure, Sungshin ranked 10th nationwide and 6th among universities in Seoul for the proportion of credit exchanges with foreign universities, achieving a rate of 21.2% compared to its freshman enrollment capacity.

University Fair in Vietnam and Myanmar to Enhance International Exchange and Student Recruitmen Sungshin Women s University recently completed a strategic overseas mission to Vietnam and Myanmar from July 5 to July 15, 2025, aimed at expanding international student recruitment and strengthening partnerships with local institutions and agencies. The university members from Office of International and External Affairs, participated in multiple academic fairs and institutional meetings across Ho Chi Minh City, Danang, Hanoi in Vietnam and Yangon in Myanmar. Key activities included: Participation in the 2025 Korea Study Abroad FairHosted by Nhat Phong Agency in Ho Chi Minh City, where Sungshin Women s University attracted over 80 students, including significant interest in its undergraduate and language programs. Sungshin Women's University Admissions FairHeld in collaboration with multiple local agencies in 6 different seminars, over 450 attendees participated in the event. In Myanmar seminar a student presentation by a current Sungshin student from Myanmar was also held.Institutional visits and cooperation meetingsWith colleges and NGOs including Van Lang Saigon College, Asia Cultural Exchange Foundation, and Hanoi Polytechnic College Discussions explored joint education programs, student transfers. The visit laid a strong foundation for expanding academic and institutional networks in Vietnam and Myanmar. Sungshin Women s University expects more active exchange activities with both countries in the future.