Mayor Lee Min-keun emphasized on October 10 that the approval for the establishment of the Hanyang University ERICA Gifted Education Center has laid the foundation for students in Ansan to receive gifted education locally.
Mayor Lee made this statement during the '2027 Hanyang University ERICA Gifted Education Center Admission Briefing' held at the university's Convergence Education Center.
Through gifted education focused on basic sciences, robotics, and artificial intelligence (AI), the mayor aims to nurture local talent.
This initiative aligns with Mayor Lee's emphasis on strengthening the foundation for future industries and enhancing the region's educational competitiveness, ensuring that students can receive specialized inquiry and practical education locally.
The briefing was organized to inform students, parents, and citizens interested in gifted education about the center's operational direction, curriculum by field, and selection process.
During the event, inquiry-based education centered on experiments and practical work in fields such as chemistry, physics, life sciences, earth sciences, and mathematics was introduced in the basic science area, while the robotics and AI sector presented hands-on educational programs covering robot design, production, and programming.
Notably, this initiative is significant as it connects the university's educational and research capabilities with educational opportunities for local students.
Mayor Lee plans to support students in developing their interest and inquiry abilities in science and technology through the operation of the gifted education center, helping them discover their aptitudes and potential.
Baek Dong-hyun, Vice President of Hanyang University ERICA, stated, “We will support students in cultivating their interest in science and technology and discovering their potential based on the university's educational and research capabilities.”
Mayor Lee Min-keun added, “We will support students in discovering their potential and exploring freely in future fields such as basic science and robotics and artificial intelligence.”
* This article has been translated by AI.
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