HUFS nurtures global talent, bridging nations through language and innovation

Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS) is redefining its role — evolving beyond a language-focused institution to become a global talent incubator, blending linguistic expertise with emerging technologies and strengthening its international alumni network. HUFS President Park Jeong-woon underscored the school’s efforts to transition from a provider-centered to a learner-centered model, with the aim of helping students more effectively pursue their individual aspirations. "We’re focusing more on what students truly need — creating an environment where they can explore and pursue their own dreams," Park said in a recent interview with The Korea Times. "Learner-centered education allows students to define their own paths. Our university is building programs that integrate language and technology to help students grow into globally competitive, cross-disciplinary experts." HUFS was honored with the "Most Innovative Project" award in the 2024 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), following a sweeping academic overhaul that merged overlapping language majors and introdWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times