The Mokpo National University Alumni Association is organizing a walking event to celebrate the university's 80th anniversary, inviting alumni and local residents to explore Mokpo's historical and cultural sites together.
The 'Mokpo Masil 9 Scenic Spots' walking event will take place on the 24th in Mokpo. The alumni association is hosting and managing the event to strengthen bonds among alumni while promoting Mokpo's historical, cultural, and tourism resources, fostering unity between the university and the local community.
In a departure from traditional alumni-only events, this gathering is open to all local residents, encouraging both university members and citizens to walk through various parts of Mokpo and share the area's charm.
The city of Mokpo, the Mokpo City Sports Council, and the Mokpo Barun Living Association are collaborating on the event.
The walking routes include five courses: 8.2 km at Mokpo Bridge, 7.3 km at Nojeokbong, 7.2 km at Mokpojin, 8.6 km at Samhakdo Inan-Young Park, and 8.1 km at Yudal Mountain Military Street.
All participants will start from the Mokpo Campus sports field, passing through designated points along the routes and concluding at the Mokpo Food Culture Gallery, Hae-gwan 1897.
The event will not only involve walking but also include interactive missions linked to promoting the local economy and tourism.
Participants can earn a total of 100 points by completing five missions, including departure verification, visiting designated waypoints, using local restaurants and cafes, and promoting on social media. The 'Mokpo Cuisine' mission aims to encourage local spending, which the alumni association hopes will help revitalize the local economy.
The event will accommodate a total of 250 teams, with a maximum of 800 participants. It will be divided into 100 teams of five and 150 teams of two, with a total prize pool of 12 million won.
The five-member teams will compete for prizes of 2 million won for first place, 1.5 million won for second, and 1 million won for third, while the two-member teams will receive 800,000 won, 600,000 won, and 400,000 won for the top three places, respectively. Special awards and on-site raffles will also be held.
The registration fee is 40,000 won per five-member team and 16,000 won per two-member team. Participants who complete the event will receive gift certificates worth 50,000 won and 20,000 won, respectively, along with commemorative vests for the 80th anniversary.
Registration will begin at 9 a.m. at the Mokpo Campus sports field, with the opening ceremony at 9:55 a.m. and staggered starts at 10 a.m.
Following the walking event, a commemorative ceremony for the 80th anniversary will take place at Hae-gwan 1897. The program will include a pre-show at 3 p.m., followed by speeches, a commemorative video screening, and recognition of distinguished alumni starting at 3:20 p.m. The awards ceremony for the walking event and additional programs will take place from 4:20 p.m., providing an opportunity for alumni and citizens to come together.
Park Mun-ok, president of the Mokpo National University Alumni Association, stated, "The recent controversies surrounding the medical school recruitment process have left deep wounds and disappointment among Mokpo citizens and university alumni. In times like these, we must comfort and support each other and unite to move forward."
He added, "I hope this 'Mokpo Masil 9 Scenic Spots' event serves as an opportunity for alumni to come together around their alma mater and for citizens to rediscover the beauty and value of Mokpo, gaining strength from it. I expect our collective steps will bring new vitality to Mokpo."
The 'Mokpo Masil 9 Scenic Spots' walking event is open to all local residents, and registration can be completed through the QR code provided on the event promotional poster. The alumni association plans to combine walking, local cuisine, and social media tourism promotion to share the significance of the 80th anniversary with the community.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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