The police have decided not to press charges against the chairman of Dongduk Women's University in connection with allegations that he misappropriated school funds for legal costs related to lawsuits against students. This decision follows a previous ruling last year where the police found no evidence of wrongdoing. In response, the prosecution had demanded a reinvestigation of the case given the seriousness of the allegations against the chairman and other university officials.

In November of the previous year, police acknowledged that there was sufficient evidence to charge the university's president with embezzlement. However, they concluded that there was no direct evidence linking the chairman and several other senior officials to the directives for improper use of school funds. The allegations primarily stemmed from claims that the university's budget was illegally used to cover legal expenses related to complaints against students protesting against a transition to a more technical curriculum.

The Women’s Party has vocally criticized the decision by the police and is planning to hold a press conference on the 26th at the Seoul Northern District Prosecutor's Office to demand thorough investigations from the prosecution. The ongoing discourse reflects a significant tension within the educational institution, showcasing the broader issues of accountability and governance in private educational institutions in South Korea.