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Doosan Becomes Official Patron of ‘The Open’ Championship

Doosan Becomes Official Patron of ‘The Open’ Championship

Doosan has become an Official Patron of ‘The Open Championship’ (often referred to as ‘The British Open’), the most prestigious golf championship with a rich history.

 

The Open is a world-class golf championship hosted by The R&A (The Royal and Ancient Golf Club). It is viewed by approximately 180,000 fans and televised in over 190 countries.

 

The competition, which marks its 151st anniversary in 2011, is sponsored by five businesses, Doosan, Rolex, HSBC, Mercedes-Benz and Nikon.


University Management Support

University Management Support

Doosan joined forces with Chung-Ang University to provide support as the school prepares for its 100th anniversary and works toward developing world-class learning programs. By working with Doosan, Chung-Ang University lays the foundation for solidifying its reputation as a global private university and taking a leadership role in educational reform. This partnership is an integral part of Doosan’s vision to contribute to developing people through education.

 

Learn more at the Chung-ang University web site >


Doosan Art Center

Doosan Art Center

Doosan Group’s Cultural Mecenat Center

Opened in 2007 to commemorate the 111th anniversary of Doosan Group, Doosan Art Center features cultural projects funded by the Yonkang Foundation. As the successor to Yonkang Hall, it continues the tradition of supporting young artists in the fields of drama, music, dance and the fine arts.

 

Learn more at the Doosan Art Center web site >
This web site is in Korean.


Academic Research Support

Academic Research Support

Yonkang Environment Research Fund

Since 1993, Yonkang Foundation has donated research funds to professors with a focus on the environment, helping them to create practical environmental applications.

 

Yonkang Academic Award

The Yonkang Academic Award was founded in 2006 to help further the progress of Korean medical science by stimulating enthusiasm for research among young medical students. Awards to date have recognized outstanding articles published in academic journals and contributions to surgical research.

 

Science Research Fund

Since 1979, the Foundation has supported research professors and research institutes dedicated to long-term scientific development.

 


Educational Welfare Programs

Educational Welfare Programs

After-School Programs

Doosan Group has supported after-school care programs for elementary school students from low-income families, helping them reduce their spending on extracurricular classes.

 

After-School English Language Support

To nurture our future leaders, Doosan Group supports students who are excelling in English and provides them with education resources and support.

 


Overseas Observation Tours for Teachers

Overseas Observation Tours for Teachers

History and Social Studies Teachers' Overseas
Study Tour

Since 1989, Doosan Group has selected elementary, junior and senior high school teachers from around the country and given them the opportunity to visit the vestiges of Koguryeo culture in China, and personally experience a range of ancient Korean history sites spread throughout Japan.

 

Science Teachers' Overseas Study Tour

Launched in 2007 in partnership with the Korea Science Foundation, this program provides travel abroad for annual recipients of the Science Teacher Award, allowing outstanding science teachers to visit and experience science facilities both at home and abroad.

 


Scholarships

Scholarships

Yonkang Scholarship

Yonkang scholarship students receive full tuition. Since 1979, this program has helped both high school and college students who achieve outstanding performance in the face of financial hardship, paving the way for a bright future.

 

Doosan Scholarship for Teenagers in Need

Since 2000, this scholarship has supported teenagers who are in need and are often the heads of their households. Our employees mentor the students and we also provide financial support and opportunities for them to experience adventure study programs.

 

Scholarship for Areas Affected by Natural Disasters

Since 2006, the Foundation has provided a scholarship that supports educational programs in devastated areas that have been affected by natural disasters.

 

Chinese Research Scholarships

To promote a better understanding of China, the Foundation has supported researchers with a major interest in the country since 1992. Scholarships are paid to post-doctorate researchers majoring in humanities and social science studies and it includes the total tuition and living expenses required for one year's research at Beijing and other famous Chinese universities.

 

Enhancing Understanding of Korean Culture

The Foundation has helped to establish and support Korean language departments at many prestigious universities around the world in order to enhance the understanding of Korean language and culture.

 

Doosan Dream-tree Scholarship

The Foundation has provided scholarships to athletic students and funding to schools to encourage physical education.

 


The Book Donation Movement

The Book Donation Movement

Yonkang Scholarship

Yonkang scholarship students receive full tuition. Since 1979, this program has helped both high school and college students who achieve outstanding performance in the face of financial hardship, paving the way for a bright future.

 

Doosan Scholarship for Teenagers in Need

Since 2000, this scholarship has supported teenagers who are in need and are often the heads of their households. Our employees mentor the students and we also provide financial support and opportunities for them to experience adventure study programs.

 

Scholarship for Areas Affected by Natural Disasters

Since 2006, the Foundation has provided a scholarship that supports educational programs in devastated areas that have been affected by natural disasters.

 

Chinese Research Scholarships

To promote a better understanding of China, the Foundation has supported researchers with a major interest in the country since 1992. Scholarships are paid to post-doctorate researchers majoring in humanities and social science studies and it includes the total tuition and living expenses required for one year's research at Beijing and other famous Chinese universities.

 

Enhancing Understanding of Korean Culture

The Foundation has helped to establish and support Korean language departments at many prestigious universities around the world in order to enhance the understanding of Korean language and culture.

 

Doosan Dream-tree Scholarship

The Foundation has provided scholarships to athletic students and funding to schools to encourage physical education.

 


The Tea of Love Movement

The Tea of Love Movement

Since 1991, Doosan has expressed our gratitude and raised the morale of military officers and men through the Tea of Love Program. Many CEOs of Doosan subsidiaries pay personal visits to military bases, delivering various amenities to soldiers throughout the country. As of 2008, about 30 million cups of tea have been delivered to 303 military units.