Update on November 20th, 2013:
During yesterday’s donation ceremony, Seohyun and Dongguk University staff spoke about Seohyun’s decision to donate to the school.
Chancellor Kim Heeok said, “Seohyun, who is a very good role model in school, donated a large amount to her juniors.”
Seohyun explained, “I learned many things while studying at Dongguk. I wished to be of help to students who have a big dream, and yet don’t have a choice but to give up education because of family matters.”
In addition, when asked which class left the deepest impression on her, Seohyun answered, “The Japanese language course was the most fun class of all, and I learned a lot in the classic literature seminar lectures.”
Theater professor Shin Youngsub said, “Seohyun interacted with her friends on a regular basis. She showed her intent to donate since sophomore year, after seeing students with poor families. However, she followed advice suggesting that she donate in her senior year, and here she is today.”
Finally, the professor revealed that Seohyun had intended for her donation to be private and that she felt burdened that it was revealed to the media and public. However, he believed that the donation should be publicized so that Seohyun could encourage other graduates to lead their juniors to a better future.
Original article from November 19th, 2013:
On November 19th, Seohyun attended an annual donation ceremony at Dongguk University, her alma mater. Showing her gratitude to the university and infinite generosity, Seohyun donated 100 million won to the school.
Dongguk University holds fundraising events annually to raise money for scholarships, to invite outstanding professors to teach students, and to improve the school’s facilities and study environment.
Yoona and Seohyun are both students of Dongguk University. Yoona enrolled at Dongguk University in 2009, and Seohyun began attending the school in 2010. Both are currently majoring in theater.
Check out photos and a video of Seohyun at the donation ceremony below.
Sources: asiae, fnnews, MK, MT, mydaily, Segye, Sports Donga, Sports Seoul, TVReport, Dongguk University, [email protected]
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She is too perfect! Like an angel waking the earth our sweet maknae wants nothing more than to make the world a brighter and better place. I love the fact that she donated to get school not for fame our publicity or because she had to but because she wanted to. 서 주현 짱!
I was typing in 100 won to US dollars and I’m like: why is this only coming out to 9 cents…this isn’t newsworthy. But lol, it’s 100 million won which is $94,000 in the US. That’s more than I have to pay for all of my college tuition. If you donated that to a school around here you’d get like a building named after you. Just imagine the building: Seohyun. LOL, you would always be able to find me studying in that building.
If there’s any person to expect would donate to a university, Seohyun would be the one.
Once again, she shows how much heart can fit into one girl!
“Finally, the professor revealed that Seohyun had intended for her donation to be private and that she felt burdened that it was revealed to the media and public. However, he believed that the donation should be publicized so that Seohyun could encourage other graduates to lead their juniors to a better future.”
ah Seo that’s gonna be a hard thing to do since you’re a huge mega celeb over there in S.K.
peeps can’t handle their excitement so it’s hard for them to keep it on the down low.
Seohyun is such an inspiration to me. She has taught me so much about valuing the education that you have available, and really doing your best. I wish I could tell her how much she has inspired me!
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That’s Sones’ generous maknae right there. So proud of angel giving back after receiving so much blessings in her life. This also encourage Sones to be as generous as can be in giving to others in need. I love Seo, I love Soshi, I love Sones.
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Wow truly a heart of gold!! =)
amazing how she puts her self before others :) :D :P
The most perfect girl in this world.
angel heart Seohyun.. So proud of her ~♥
That’s amazing … which is exactly what Seohyun always is, so I’m not at all surprised.
Seobb is really a great girl (inside and outside), she always priority her education above anything from the debut (i remember how she cried because the other said that idol has no brain, so why she do her best in school??) and she never forget to share her happiness with the other who need help ^^
and congrats Seobb for your graduation some months again :D
despite her tight schedule, she can manage to handle the courses and graduate before her oennies ^^
proud to be SONEs and SEOMATES <3 <3 <3
Awesome gesture, Seohyun! Kudos for being so generous to your alumni :D.
Seohyun Jjang!
…wow, what else can you wish for, to have a daughter like her. her parents are so proud of her.
your truly a good person seobaby.
WE LOVE YOU ^_^
Is there anything that our SeoMaknae lacks? I really can’t find any.
It’s kinda strange that an enrolled student donates money to the university. Donations usually take place after graduation, in the name of alums… Anyway, well done Seobaby!
As expected from Seohyun!!! So proud of her.
100grand! what a good girl!
Seohyun, you are so generous. And you clearly see the value in education. I salute you!
So proud of Seobaby <33