Suncheon National University Hosts 'GatihanKki' Event at 'GatigaGae' Sponsorship Store

Mutual Growth with Local Small Business Owners Who Have Supported the University

Suncheon National University (President Lee Byungwoon) announced that it held the "Gatihan-kki" event, where university members personally visited local small business owners who have consistently supported the university despite the economic downturn, as part of a mutual growth initiative called "Gatigage."

The "Gatihan-kki" event is an ongoing mutual growth project designed to express gratitude to the owners of "Gatigage" who have steadily donated a fixed amount each month despite challenging economic conditions, and to provide practical support for increasing their sales.

Sunchon National University held the "Together Meal" event, visiting the sponsor houses called "Together Store" to promote mutual growth with local small business owners who have consistently supported the university despite the economic downturn. Photo by Sunchon National University

President Lee Byungwoon and university members visited "Daeyeon Garden," located in Seomyeon, Suncheon, for the first "Gatihan-kki," sharing a meal and conversation with the owner to convey their support. During the visit, Suncheon National University presented aprons featuring the university's promotional character, helping to reduce costs for the owner and enhance convenience for customers.

Suncheon National University plans to continue the "Gatihan-kki" event to actively support the sales growth of "Gatigage" and revitalize the local commercial district. In addition, the university is conducting the "Gati Injeung Challenge" to encourage more people to use "Gatigage."

The "Gati Injeung Challenge" will run for one month starting March 21. Participants can upload a photo and receipt from their purchase at "Gatigage" to their personal Instagram account and enter a drawing to win a "Gatigage" voucher worth 50,000 KRW.

President Lee Byungwoon stated, "I am deeply grateful for the warm support of local small business owners who continue to encourage our university even during difficult times," and added, "All members of Suncheon National University will actively use Gatigage to help invigorate the local economy."

Meanwhile, the "Gatigage" sponsorship program at Suncheon National University currently includes 61 participating businesses in the region, providing various benefits and discounts to university members and local residents, and serving as a model case of mutual cooperation between the university and the local community.