Pukyong National University

Pukyong National University, Installs New Photo Zone at Main Gate Plaza

- Features Baekyongee & Ppugongee Sculptures and “I♡PKNU” Signage

Pukyong National University (President Bae Sang-hoon) unveiled a newly created photo zone at its Main Gate Plaza on May 27.

The university installed sculptures of its official mascots, Baekyongee and Ppugongee, along with an “I♡PKNU” sign in front of the quince tree near the main entrance. The area officially opened to the public on the same day.

The Main Gate Plaza was established in 2016 as part of the university’s main gate renovation project, during which all gate structures were removed. Since then, the plaza has served as a space for communication and interaction among local residents.

In celebration of its 79th anniversary this year and in anticipation of its 80th anniversary next year, Pukyong National University created the photo zone to enhance the symbolic significance of the Main Gate Plaza. The installation aims to foster greater communication and engagement by sharing this meaningful campus space with students, faculty, and visitors alike.

The newly installed sculptures of Baekyongee and Ppugongee―mascot characters modeled after the university’s symbolic white whale and the seagulls of Busan―are already popular among students, appearing on plush toys, varsity jackets, keyrings, and other merchandise.

The sculptures, placed beside the plaza’s 250-year-old quince tree, are expected to become a new landmark representing Pukyong National University. <Pukyong Today>