CKD Kochon Scholarship Award Ceremony at Hanoi University of Pharmacy

On the morning of October 10th, 2024, Hanoi University of Pharmacy (HUP), in collaboration with the CKD Kochon Scholarship Foundation, sponsored by Chong Kun Dang (CKD) Pharmaceutical Corporation, held a scholarship award ceremony. Ten exceptional students facing financial challenges for the academic year 2024-2025.

The ceremony was attended by distinguished representatives from CKD, including Mr. Choi Jung-Gil, Executive Director; Mr. Gong Jang Min, Team Manager; Mr. BuSung Ji, Chief of the Representative Office in Vietnam; and Ms. Nguyen Ngoc Huyen, Regulatory Affairs Manager at the Vietnam Office. From HUP, key attendees included Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dinh Thi Thanh Hai, Vice Rector; MA. Dinh Thi Hien Van, Deputy Head of Department of Science Technology and Development Cooperation; MSc. Tran Thi Lan Huong, Deputy Head of Department of Academic Affairs, along with other esteemed faculty members and specialists.

Established in 1973 by the late Chairman Chong Kun-Lee, the CKD Kochon Scholarship Program has provided support to thousands of students over the past 51 years. Since its founding in 1941, CKD has evolved into a leading pharmaceutical company in Korea, renowned for its development of innovative drugs, including treatments for cancer, diabetes, and obesity. This has solidified CKD's position as a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry.

The CKD Scholarship Program at HUP offers the following:

  • Full tuition coverage: Scholarships cover annual tuition fees, renewable each year until graduation for recipients who maintain a minimum GPA as outlined in the Sponsorship Agreement between HUP and the CKD Kochon Scholarship Fund.
  • International Student Summer Program in Korea: Recipients have the opportunity to participate in CKD's annual program for students from partner institutions worldwide.

During the ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dinh Thi Thanh Hai expressed the university's sincere gratitude for CKD's generous support and congratulated the 10 scholarship recipients. Mr. Choi Jung-Gil, Executive Director of the CKD Scholarship Fund, also addressed the gathering, expressing his appreciation for HUP's collaboration. A video presentation followed, showcasing the CKD Foundation's history, its scholarship programs, past scholarship recipients' visits to CKD headquarters, and an introduction to Korean culture. This provided students with a deeper understanding of the foundation's impact and the unique opportunities it offers.

On behalf of the scholarship recipients, student Ho Tue Tam expressed sincere gratitude to the CKD Kochon Scholarship Fund for alleviating their financial burdens, enabling them to focus on their studies and strive for academic excellence.

The ceremony concluded with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Dinh Thi Thanh Hai reiterating her profound gratitude to CKD and expressing hope for continued and strengthened collaboration between the university and the CKD Kochon Scholarship Foundation in the years to come.


14-10-2024

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