Pukyong National University

Pukyong National University Launches Historical Archives Contest

- In Preparation for the University’s 80th Anniversary and 30th Anniversary of Unification Next Year

- Open to Anyone with Historical Materials Related to the University

Pukyong National University (President Bae Sang-hoon) is hosting a historical archives contest in preparation for its 80th anniversary and the 30th anniversary of its unification, both of which will be celebrated next year.

Under the theme “Gathering Memories to Complete Our History,” the university’s Archives Center will accept submissions through October 31.

Pukyong National University was established in 1996 through the merger of Busan National University of Technology (founded in 1924) and the National Fisheries University of Busan (founded in 1941). The year 2026 marks both the 80th anniversary of its founding―counted from 1946, following Korea’s liberation―and the 30th anniversary of the unification, making this contest a meaningful part of the university’s commemorative efforts.

The contest invites submissions of a wide range of materials, including documents related to the university’s founding and unification; publications from classes or research activities; student IDs, transcripts, diplomas, and yearbooks from the pre-merger institutions; as well as items related to campus events, badges, uniforms, and other memorabilia bearing the university’s symbols. Newsletters and publications from campus organizations are also eligible.

The contest is open to all members of the public, including current students, alumni, former and current faculty and staff, and anyone in possession of historical records related to the university.

Submissions will be reviewed by a judging panel, and one Grand Prize winner will receive a certificate of appreciation and a gift voucher worth 500,000 KRW. Two Excellence Award recipients will each receive a certificate and a 300,000 KRW voucher. All participants will receive commemorative gifts.

Pukyong National University plans to digitize the collected historical materials and use them to celebrate the university’s legacy, including through a special exhibition during next year’s anniversary week.

Submissions can be made in person or by mail to:

Room 503, University Headquarters, Pukyong National University, 45 Yongso-ro, Nam-gu, Busan, Korea.

For inquiries, contact the PKNU Archives at +82-51-629-6991~2 or email minhoon135@pknu.ac.kr. <Pukyong Today>