Dear Distinguished Guests,

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025 at Korea University, especially as we mark a historic milestone —our 120th anniversary. Since it was founded in 1905, Korea University has been at the forefront of academic excellence, research innovation, and global engagement, shaping generations of leaders and scholars.

As one of the world’s premier institutions, Korea University is deeply committed to educational excellence, groundbreaking research, and meaningful global collaboration. Our campus fosters a dynamic intellectual community where tradition and innovation intersect to address not only today’s challenges but also those of the future. Through strong partnerships with universities and institutions worldwide, we continue to advance higher education and contribute to the progress of knowledge and society.

Hosting the QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific during this milestone year is both an honour and an invaluable opportunity to engage in critical discussions on the future of higher education in our region. The QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific plays a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape, bringing together distinguished scholars, university leaders, and industry experts to share insights and drive meaningful change. We hope this summit will serve as a platform for inspiring dialogue, fostering new collaborations, and exchanging ideas that will shape the next era of higher education.

I encourage each of you to take full advantage of this event — engage in discussions, explore new perspectives, and build connections that will contribute to the collective advancement of higher education.

On behalf of Korea University, I extend our warmest welcome. May you have a truly enriching experience at the summit while immersing yourself in the unique history and spirit of our university. Together, let us envision and build the future of education.

Professor Dong-One KIM
President of Korea University (KU)

QS Quacquarelli Symonds.

QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2025