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Sejong University (President Eom Jong-hwa) held the 84th postgraduate degree conferral ceremony on August 21st at the main campus. The event followed a protocol of opening remarks, declaration of new studies, national ceremony, prayer, dinner, awards, graduation song, and closing remarks. This year, 208 Ph.D.s, 781 master's degrees, and 982 bachelor's degrees were conferred, totaling 1,971 graduates.

President Eom emphasized that the graduates' diplomas represent the culmination of years of hard work and passion, as well as the onset of a new challenge. He highlighted the importance of critical thinking, personal experience, and resilience as valuable assets in the future competitive society. His speech was videoed by Sejong University graduate and actor Yoo Flex, who shared his own story of following his passion in the arts despite not following a predetermined path.

He encouraged the graduates to embrace new experiences and find personal growth in the journey. The ceremony concluded with a moving moment as Eom and university officials joined the graduates for a handshake and blessings for their future endeavors. The graduates went on to celebrate with family, friends, and colleagues, taking their first steps into society while looking back on their time at Sejong University with fondness.