Goo Hye-sun Wins 30th KAIST Literary Award
Renowned actress Goo Hye-sun recently delighted fans by announcing her recognition as the recipient of the prestigious 30th KAIST Literary Award. This award is conferred by the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), one of the leading educational institutions in South Korea, renowned for its commitment to excellence in research and innovation.
Sharing the Joy Online
On December 12, Goo took to social media to share a photograph of her award certificate and expressed her heartfelt sentiments. She wrote, “I was honored to receive the ’30th KAIST Literary Award’ on December 5 for my essay titled ‘My Neighborhood That Wasn’t Poor’ (tentative translation). Although I wished to announce this joyful occasion sooner, pressing national matters delayed my gratitude.”
Reflection on Childhood Influences
Goo elaborated on the inspiration behind her essay, highlighting her upbringing in a small village in Incheon. She reflected, “For over a decade, I experienced radiant moments of love with a community that felt more like family. Even at 40, I continue to cherish the affection of those neighbors, which inspired me to craft this essay as a commitment to live with a heart untainted by poverty.”
Gratitude for Recognition
Expressing her appreciation, she stated, “I am deeply grateful to the KAIST Literary Award for allowing me to share my childhood stories and to convey the sanctity of neighborly love to contemporary readers. I sincerely thank KAIST for acknowledging my humble writing.”
A Journey of Education and Growth
Goo Hye-sun’s academic journey is also noteworthy; she enrolled in the Department of Film Arts at Sungkyunkwan University in 2011, resumed her studies in 2020, and proudly graduated in February 2023. Following this, she announced her acceptance into KAIST’s graduate program in June, marking a significant step in her academic career.
Career Overview
Goo first gained fame as a commercial model in 2002 and became a household name with her role in the hugely popular drama Boys Over Flowers. The actress married fellow actor Ahn Jae-hyun in 2016, though they announced their divorce in 2020, reflecting the ups and downs often experienced in the public eye.
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