Stephen Kim Sou‑hwan was a highly respected South Korean Roman Catholic cardinal and a pivotal figure in the country m... View More

Stephen Kim Sou‑hwan was a highly respected South Korean Roman Catholic cardinal and a pivotal figure in the country modern history. He studied at The Catholic University of Korea and later became Archbishop of Seoul and was elevated to cardinal in 1969 — the first Korean to receive that rank. Known for his influential moral leadership during South Korea’s transition from military rule to democracy in the 1970s and 1980s, Kim was widely admired across society for advocating human rights and social justice. After his death in 2009, he was declared a Servant of God by the Vatican, marking the beginning of the Catholic Church’s process toward possible beatification. View Less

Yoo Ji‑tae is a well‑known South Korean actor and filmmaker who earned a Master’s degree in social welfare from Th... View More

Yoo Ji‑tae is a well‑known South Korean actor and filmmaker who earned a Master’s degree in social welfare from The Catholic University of Korea. He began his entertainment career in 1998 and became widely recognized in films like Attack the Gas Station (1999), Ditto (2000), and Oldboy (2003). Yoo has worked with acclaimed directors such as Park Chan‑wook and Hong Sang‑soo and has also directed films of his own, including Mai Ratima (2012). In addition to his screen work, he has served as a full‑time professor in film and video, contributing to educating future creatives. View Less

Huh Gak is a popular South Korean singer who gained fame after winning the second season of the music competition Supers... View More

Huh Gak is a popular South Korean singer who gained fame after winning the second season of the music competition Superstar K2 in 2010. Although his early life included economic hardships and interrupted schooling, he persevered and rose to national prominence through his powerful vocal performances. Following his victory, Huh debuted with the single “Always” and has since released numerous albums and chart‑topping songs that span K‑pop and R&B genres. His success story is inspirational for many aspiring musicians. View Less

Chung Mong‑joon is a prominent South Korean figure known for his roles in business, politics, and sports. Though his p... View More

Chung Mong‑joon is a prominent South Korean figure known for his roles in business, politics, and sports. Though his primary degrees were earned abroad (including at Seoul National University, MIT, and Johns Hopkins), he is often associated with Catholic University alumni networks as a national leader emerging from Korean higher education. He served multiple terms in the National Assembly, ran for presidential office, and held key leadership positions such as Vice‑President of FIFA and Chairman of the Korean Football Association. He also founded the Asan Foundation and Asan Institute for Policy Studies, contributing to education, public policy research, and social philanthropy in Korea. View Less