23rd President’s Cup Golf Tournament Becomes a Celebration of Alumni–University Unity and Giving

More Than a Social Gathering: Alumni Reflect on the Future of YU and Renew Their Commitment to Growing Together

“We Will Honor the Generosity and Goodwill of Our Alumni Through Education”

[June 5, 2026]

<KANG Sam-seok (Economics, Class of ’86) donates KRW 100 million (left); SON Je-hong (Business Administration, Class of ’81), KIM Jae-wan (Electrical Engineering, Class of ’76), KWON Soon-dae (International Trade, Class of ’82), JIN Yong-gyun (Economics, Class of ’91), and LEE Won-ho (Architecture, Class of ’85) donate a combined KRW 30 million (right)> 

YU alumni gathered once again to demonstrate their enduring affection and support for their alma mater. The university’s long-standing tradition of giving—faithfully carried on year after year—continued strong again this year.

At the 23rd Yeungnam University President’s Cup Golf Tournament, held on May 29 at Solmoro Country Club in Yeoju, Gyeonggi Province, alumni, including members of the Seoul Capital Area Alumni Association, donated a total of KRW 130 million in development funds. The generous contributions will serve as a valuable foundation for YU’s continued growth and future development.

 The event brought together alumni from the Seoul Capital Area Alumni Association, the General Alumni Association, and members of the YU community. A total of 144 participants in 36 teams competed in a shotgun-format tournament, creating an opportunity to strengthen fellowship and cooperation between the university and its alumni. More than a sporting and networking event, the gathering provided a meaningful occasion for participants to discuss the future of both YU and the alumni association while reaffirming their shared commitment to moving forward together.

The development fund donations reflected alumni members’ steadfast dedication to their alma mater. KANG Sam-seok, CEO of Masangsoft Co., Ltd. (Economics, Class of ’86), donated KRW 100 million. Additional contributions included KRW 15 million from SON Je-hong (Business Administration, Class of ’81); KRW 5 million each from KIM Jae-wan, President of the Seoul Capital Area Alumni Association (Electrical Engineering, Class of ’76), and KWON Soon-dae, Vice President of the Association (International Trade, Class of ’82); KRW 3 million from JIN Yong-gyun (Economics, Class of ’91); and KRW 2 million from LEE Won-ho (Architecture, Class of ’85).

For many years, YU alumni in the Seoul metropolitan area have translated their affection for the university into action through the annual President’s Cup Golf Tournament. Their contributions represent far more than one-time donations. The tradition of giving, sustained year after year, embodies the solidarity, responsibility, and pride associated with being a YU alumnus.

 KANG Sam-seok, who donated KRW 100 million, said, “The education and experiences I gained at YU laid the foundation for who I am today. I will continue to support my alma mater and future generations of students wherever I may be, and contribute in any way I can.”

 YU President CHOI Oe-chool expressed his appreciation, saying, “On behalf of the university, I sincerely thank our alumni who never forget to support their alma mater and younger generations year after year. We will honor and cherish the generosity and goodwill you have shown.” He added, “The development funds contributed by our alumni will be used not only for the advancement of the university but also to nurture talented individuals who can contribute to the prosperity of humanity, in line with YU’s vision.”