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Sept. 8, 2004
South Korean Schools Honor Trachtenberg
University President Stephen Joel Trachtenberg received two honorary degrees
and delivered four speeches during a recent visit to South Korea.
At Dongseo and Sangmyung universities, Trachtenberg accepted honorary
degrees and accolades for the promotion of international awareness and
cultural exchanges among university students and professors. International
students represent about 10 percent of GW’s student population, of
which Korean students are the largest group.
In accepting his honorary degrees, Trachtenberg spoke about the importance
of cultivating relationships with universities around the world.
“It is a honor to be recognized in such a manner,” he said.
“During my travels it has been wonderful to see how universities
throughout South Korea have continued to expand and develop. It is imperative
that we continue to learn from each other for the betterment of higher
education institutions throughout the world.”
In addition to speeches at Dongseo and Sangmyung universities, Trachtenberg
also delivered addresses at the Jeju National University, Jeju Island
and at the Korean Association of University Foundations International
Conference in Seoul.
Trachtenberg has received several honors from Korean universities. In
1994, he was awarded a doctor of public administration, honoris causa,
from Kyonggi University in Seoul. In 1990, he was awarded a doctor of
laws, honoris causa, from Hanyang University, Seoul, and the University
Medal of Highest Honor from Kyung Hee University, Seoul.
Send feedback to: bygeorge@gwu.edu
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