In memoriam: Rev Professor David Kwon
David Kwon (d. 27 August 2026) was Founding Dean of the School of Korean Language. He established the School at AC's campus in Chester Hill, Sydney, in 1994. Eighty students enrolled in the first year. Under his leadership, the School grew into what is now AC's School of Korean Studies, offering academic programs from associate degrees through to the DMin and PhD. By 2026, more than 1,500 students had graduated from these Korean-language programs.
Through David Kwon's teaching in areas including Pastoral Theology and Research Methodology, he equipped and mentored generations of Christian pastors and leaders. He is remembered by former colleagues as a devoted teacher, pastor and mentor whose influence extended far beyond the classroom.
In recognition of his longstanding contribution to AC, David Kwon was named a Professorial Fellow in 2023, a position he held until his death in 2026.
DMin (Fuller Theological Seminary, USA) – 2005
ThD (Washington Theological Seminary, USA) – 2002
DD (International College of Graduate School, USA) – 1974
BRA (International College of Graduate School, USA) – 1972
MBA (Korea University, Korea) – 1965
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