Educator and scholar of Korean studies; first president of Yonsei University (art name Yongjae)
| Life | 1895 ~ 1985 |
| Era | 근현대 |
| Clan | 수원 백씨 |
Baek Nak-jun (白樂濬, 1895–1985) was a South Korean educator and scholar of Korean studies, whose art name was Yongjae (庸齋). He studied religious history and history in the United States and, upon returning, devoted himself to scholarship and education.
He served as the first president of Yonsei University, successor to Yonhi College, and after Liberation he held posts such as Minister of Education and Speaker of the House of Councillors. He greatly contributed to Korean studies research and the development of university education.