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동덕여대, 2025학년도 후기 학위수여식 개최… "변화의 시대를 기회로“

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Seoul National University (President Byungkyu Hong) hosted a "2025 Academic Year Closing Graduation Ceremony" on the 13th at the main auditorium, celebrating the new beginnings of graduating students. The graduation ceremony included notable figures such as the School Foundation of the Seoul National University Board of Directors, Chairman Byungkyu Hong, Vice President Cha Yoon-yeop, General Secretary of the College Alumni Association, and Vice Secretary of the Graduate Alumni Association.

In total, 312 students received their degrees, with 200 in undergraduate programs, 87 in master's programs, and 25 in doctoral programs. Among the award recipients were the School Foundation Board of Directors Excellence Award for student Kim Hyun-woong in the medical department, the Graduate Alumni Association Achievement Award for student Park Yu-jung in the doctoral program, and the Dean's Award for academic excellence to eight undergraduate students in the department of food and nutrition, and 13 doctoral students in the law department.

Graduate Vice President Park Georyung urged graduates to embrace new challenges, emphasizing that graduation marks the end of university life and the beginning of social life. President Byungkyu Hong appreciated the perseverance of graduates, urging them to continue growth by facing changes and seeking knowledge. General Secretary of the College Alumni Association Oh Jae-seok called for graduates to carry the pride of being Seoul National University alumni, regardless of their future endeavors.

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