Professor Ko Young-ho, Director of the Continuing Education Center (Professor, Department of Physical Education), has been elected Chair of the Korea Council of Continuing Education Centers of National and Public Universities.

  At the council's general meeting held on August 1 at the Atria Hotel in Daejeon, he was elected the new chair following nominations and a vote by 51 member universities nationwide.

  Accordingly, during his term as chair he will advance research and surveys on lifelong education, oversee the operation of private certification systems, and contribute to the development of lifelong education in the Republic of Korea.

  Director Ko stated, 'The continuing education centers of national and public universities nationwide are premier higher education institutions leading the realization of a lifelong learning society, which is a source of national competitiveness, and they serve as the focal point for learning resources and culture in local communities,' and added, 'During my term, I will take the lead in awarding private certifications to those who complete programs at continuing education centers and actively develop a variety of practical education programs to promote lifelong education in the Republic of Korea.'

  The new chair, Ko Young-ho, graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in Physical Education. He has served as a professor at Jeonbuk National University (JBNU) since 1981 and has held key university posts including Deputy Vice-President for Student Affairs and Dean of the College of Education.

  Notably, in 2009 he was appointed a member of the Korean Olympic Committee (KOC) and played a central role in national sports policy decisions. He is also active in external affairs, serving as a board member of the Jeonbuk Sports Council, Vice President of the Jeonju Integrated Sports Council, Chair of the Jeonju Council of the National Unification Advisory Council, and Standing Advisor to the Jeollabuk-do Council for Sports for All.