On October 6, Seong-ryeol Jeong, president of Kookmin University, was elected as the 12th president of the Seoul University Forum during a meeting held at the Korea Press Center. This forum, established in 2015, includes participation from 39 universities located in Seoul, aiming to address common concerns and enhance collaboration among its member institutions.

The Seoul University Forum plays a crucial role in fostering dialogue among university leaders and addressing the challenges faced by higher education in South Korea. By electing a president, the forum aims to strengthen its initiatives and promote a unified approach to enhance educational quality and address contemporary issues in academia.

With a one-year term, President Jeong's leadership is expected to bring forward new strategies and collaborations that can benefit the participating universities, as well as contribute to the overall development of higher education in the region.