Gachon University held its 2025 graduation ceremony on August 20, awarding degrees to a total of 1,890 students, including 1,118 bachelor's, 687 master's, and 85 doctoral degrees.
Graduates and their families gathered to celebrate the achievement, capturing their final moments at the university with photos in their caps and gowns.
The ceremony was attended by approximately 3,000 people, including President Lee Gil-yeo, Gachon Foundation Chairman Song Seok-hyung, Vice President Choi Mi-ri, and Alumni Association President Song Seong-geun.
For graduates, the ceremony marked a new starting point as they reflected on their university experiences and prepared for their future paths.
With rapid technological changes, particularly in AI, there was a strong sentiment emphasizing the need for continuous learning and self-improvement after graduation.
Undergraduate graduates are preparing to advance to the next stage based on their individual plans, whether that involves employment, further education, or new challenges.
Graduate students are also expected to continue their work in their fields, leveraging the research and expertise they have developed.
As they looked back on their time at the university, graduates expressed both nostalgia and excitement about showcasing their abilities in new environments.
In his address, President Lee highlighted the importance of continuous self-innovation as a crucial skill in a rapidly changing society.
He explained that with the spread of AI technology, it is vital not to remain stagnant with current knowledge and experiences but to adopt a mindset of learning new things.
President Lee stated, "While a degree is a reward for your efforts at university, it does not guarantee success after graduation. Do not settle for the familiar; actively respond to change."
He also emphasized that sharing personal experiences and embracing challenges in new fields can be a catalyst for growth.
President Lee urged graduates to adopt a learning attitude during the process of taking risks rather than avoiding failure.
He added, "New possibilities open up for those who continuously learn and adapt," encouraging graduates to carve their own paths based on the knowledge and experiences gained at the university.
Meanwhile, the top undergraduate student award went to Lee Na-yul (22) from the Department of Chemistry, who received the President's Award. Jeong Jae-yun (42) from the Graduate School of Education's Physical Education major and Park Geun-hyung (30) from the Graduate School of Health's Physical Therapy major also received the President's Award.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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