Life Summary
Lee Yun-jae is the President of Soongsil University. He took office on February 4, 2025.

He aims to reboot Soongsil University through "Hyper-Innovation in the Era of Great Transition," focusing on restoring its status and targeting niche markets.

He was born on December 18, 1956, in Dangjin, Chungcheongnam-do.

He graduated from Dangjin High School and earned a degree in economics from Soongsil University. He later obtained both his master's and doctoral degrees in economics from Northern Illinois University in the United States.

In 1991, he joined Soongsil University as a professor in the Department of Economics and held various administrative positions, including Director of Planning, Dean of Academic Affairs, and Dean of Student Affairs.

Externally, he served as the President of the Korean Association of Small Business Studies and Chairman of the Hope Foundation for Small and Medium Business Owners.

An expert in macroeconomics and open economy fluctuations, he has a strong interest in the economic issues of small and medium-sized businesses and self-employed entrepreneurs.

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