Jekuk Chang

Prof. Dr. Jekuk Chang serves as Rector of Dongseo University in South Korea since 2011, previously holding leadership roles including Director of the Japan Studies Center, International Studies Department, and International Cooperation Committee. He has spearheaded international academic collaborations, notably establishing a tripartite agreement with Mykolo Romerio University and Užupis Creative Cluster for a Digital Content joint study program.

His academic foundation includes:

• Political Science and International Relations studies at George Washington University, USA
• International Law and International Business studies at Syracuse University, USA
• PhD in Political Science from Keio University, Tokyo, Japan (2001)

Chang's research spans Political Science and International Relations with deep expertise in East Asian affairs, particularly Korea-Japan relations. His work integrates international law, business frameworks, and digital content development, emphasizing cross-cultural academic exchange and technological innovation in education.

His distinguished recognition includes:

• Honorary Doctorate from Mykolo Romerio University (2013) for advancing global academic spaces and institutional collaboration
• Japan-Korea Culture Foundation Award (2010) for cultural bridge-building
• Confucius Institute Award (2012) for promoting Sino-Korean academic ties

As policy advisor to South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Chang shapes commerce strategies and bilateral relations with Japan. He established two MRU student scholarships and actively transfers advanced academic methodologies through joint research initiatives and technology-driven educational frameworks.