On June 16, the UNIST Healthcare Center entered into a strategic partnership with the University of Ulsan College of Medicine (hereinafter referred to as ‘U of U College of Medicine’) aimed at advancing health promotion and fostering mutual collaboration. The agreement was formalized during a ceremony attended by Director Doyoung Jung of the UNIST Healthcare Center, Director Youngji Jeon from the U of U College of Medicine, along with other key representatives.
Under this partnership, both institutions will collaborate across various domains, including health service support, education, program development, and joint research initiatives. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlines plans to enhance health service linkage and support, foster the training of specialized personnel, develop mental health programs, and engage in joint research and educational activities related to health.
This collaboration builds upon the foundation established by the “Academic Exchange Agreement for Physician–Scientist Training” signed in July 2022. It also leverages the achievements of the UNIST-U of U College of Medicine Health Sciences & Technology (HST) Program, thereby expanding the scope of joint efforts.
As part of their efforts to realize an interdisciplinary model through the HST program, the two institutions will exchange student counseling practices and extend their collaboration to encompass student health management alongside education.
Through this agreement, a preventive-oriented health promotion system integrating education, research, and on-site services will be established. Notably, joint planning and operation of health seminars and mental health enhancement programs targeting students and faculty will be implemented.
Director Doyoung Jung of UNIST Healthcare Center stated, “UNIST and U of U College of Medicine share a common vision of future healthcare and scientific-technological convergence, and through this partnership, we aim to establish a practical support system for students’ mental health and development.” He further added, “We will deliver effective, prevention-focused mental health management and programs through the expertise and collaboration of both institutions.”
