I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you for your participation and enthusiastic cooperation during the 2020 World University Presidents’ Congress (WUPC), which was held to commemorate the centenary of the founder of Sun Moon University and the 60^th anniversary of his marriage. I know the decision to take time out of your busy schedule to honor the invitation must have been difficult to make. However, your presence made a significant contribution to the purpose and contents of this unique international seminar. Thank you.

 The two-day conference was very successful and was attended by representatives from the United Nations and other international organizations, as well as academics, professionals, learners, and others from over 70 countries.

In particular, the conference provided a platform for presentations and discussions on the role of higher education and innovations in this fast-changing environment under the theme of "The Peace of Humankind and the Role of Universities in the Next 100 Years." Distinguished speakers shared their thoughts on the theme and presented successful cases of various academic milieu. It was clear that something has to be done to address problems in higher education. Thus, there is a need to explore a new paradigm for the next 100 years of higher education. Looking to the future, it’s reasonable to assert that higher education institutions should focus more on developing low-cost, workforce-focused programs and provide students with a wide range of directions in which to take their post-secondary learning.

 The participants of domestic and foreign educational institutions who agreed with the purpose of the conference, signed the declaration of WUPC to ensure continuing in-depth discussions and cooperation in the future. In addition, some universities signed MOUs for cooperation and exchange.

 As the president of Sun Moon University, I will do my best to expand the network of intercollegiate education, and build a global coalition for peaceful coexistence, co-prosperity, and justice in response to the support from the esteemed participants of this international conference. I promise to return your support with a more advanced education system that will nurture future leaders with the capacity to contribute to the progress of humankind.

 Once again, I would like to thank you for your support which enabled us to successfully host the 2020 World University Presidents’ Congress. I wish you a good health and progress in all your endeavors.

With best regards,

Hwang, Sun Jo

President, Sun Moon University

President, Asia University Federation (AUF)

Chairman, 2020 World University Presidents' Congress