Kang Chang-hee, president of the Organising Committee, led the event, joined by notable guests, including Jang Mi-ran, 2nd vice minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, Lee Jang-woo, mayor of Daejeon City, Choi Min-ho, mayor of Sejong City, Kim Young-hwan, governor of Chungcheongbuk-do Province, Kim Ki-young, vice-governor of Chungcheongnam-do Province. City and provincial councils’ chairs, local sports associations representatives, and members of the Uni-Crew Supporters volunteer team also attended, celebrating this significant milestone together.

Leonz Eder, FISU president congratulated the Organising Committee via video message on the successful selection of the mascots. Meanwhile, the Organising Committee announced plans to make mascots-centered promotional and marketing activities, aiming to amplify excitement and engagement leading up to the FISU Games.

Adding to this momentum, three renowned athletes from the 2024 Paris Olympics—fencer Oh Sang-wook, archer Kim Woo-jin, and table tennis athlete Shin Yu-bin—were introduced as official ambassadors for the Chungcheong 2027 FISU Games. Oh Sang-wook attended the ceremony to voice his support, while Kim and Shin shared video messages expressing their enthusiasm and commitment to promoting the FISU Games worldwide.

President Kang also shared his vision for the Chungcheong 2027 FISU Games as a transformative event, elevating Chungcheong into a thriving mega-city and reinforcing its role as a central hub in Korea. "With 1,000 days remaining," he said, "we are committed to making the FISU Games an unforgettable experience. Together with our mascots, Heung-yi and Na-you, we will inspire greater excitement and rally widespread support for this global event."

In anticipation of the Chungcheong 2027 FISU Games Summer, the Organising Committee led by president Kang Chang-hee successfully concluded an inspection by the International Technical Committee (ITC) and Technology & Innovation (TEC) Department from the International University Sports Federation (FISU). Held over 15 days from 3rd to 17th November, this inspection represented a significant milestone, as the countdown to the Chungcheong 2027 FISU Games reaches 1,000 days.

The FISU ITC, composed of 21 experts, conducted a meticulous evaluation of the FISU Games’ key facilities, including sports venues, the FISU Games village, and competition logistics. This involved careful inspections of 30 facilities across 14 sports, including athletics, swimming, archery, taekwondo, judo, volleyball, basketball, and beach volleyball, among others. Each sport underwent a structured three-day review comprising an opening meeting, on-site inspection, and individualised discussions. The ITC provided valuable insights and guidance to help the Organising Committee optimise its preparation efforts.

Following on-site inspections, the FISU ITC engaged in detailed discussions regarding suggested technical improvements for various facilities. These discussions, attended by FISU Summer Games representatives, ITC technical chairs, the organising committee staff, and sport-specific officials, offered constructive feedback on ensuring that the facilities align with FISU’s minimum requirements, thereby enhancing the competition experience for athletes and spectators alike.

Beyond evaluating venues, the FISU ITC also reviewed various plans in key areas such as FISU Games village management, accommodation, transportation, food and beverage services, volunteer, and delegation services. While providing suggestions for further enhancement, the ITC expressed its overall satisfaction with Organising Committee’s preparations.

Most technical committee members expressed satisfaction with the organising committee's progress, noting, "There is still ample time for preparations before the FISU Games, and the current facilities meet requirements very well," and, "While some areas could be improved, I am confident that the organising committee will address these effectively," said Thomas Chang, volleyball technical chair, and Julius Kralik, fencing technical chair. 

The Chungju Rowing Regatta, a renowned international venue that previously hosted the 2015 Gwangju Universiade, the World Championships, and the Asian-Oceania Regional Qualification for the Olympic Games, received high praise. Kirsten Meisner, chair of the rowing technical committee, commented, "This venue already offers world-class facilities, so I anticipate no challenges in preparing it for the upcoming competition."

President Kang Chang-hee, extended his gratitude to the FISU ITC for their expertise, affirming that the Organising Committee would thoughtfully incorporate their feedback to address any recommended improvements. “Our committee is fully dedicated to ensuring an exceptional FISU Games experience for all participants,” he shared. “We value FISU’s guidance and are committed to continual progress in our preparations.”

The Organising Committee will promptly implement FISU’s recommendations to refine their preparations, as Chungcheong Province prepares to warmly welcome athletes and guests from around the world in 2027.

On 29th–30th October, the Organising Committee held its second advisory meeting with over 30 sport managers to finalize key details regarding sports equipment requirements. Discussions focused on equipment types, quantities, technical standards, and logistics. The sport managers offered expert advice on equipment suitability and provided recommendations to ensure optimal event execution and enhance the athlete experience.

Lee Chang-seop, Organising Committee vice president, emphasised the vital advisory role of sport managers in delivering a world-class event, highlighting the value of their expertise and urging continued collaboration as preparations progress toward the FISU ITC inspection.